China's Humanoid Robot Sector Explodes with Growth
China's humanoid robot sector is booming, with new production lines, AI training datasets like RoboMIND, and increased applications in sectors like automotive manufacturing and power grids; the market is projected to reach 75 billion yuan by 2029.
China's Humanoid Robot Sector Explodes with Growth
China's humanoid robot sector is booming, with new production lines, AI training datasets like RoboMIND, and increased applications in sectors like automotive manufacturing and power grids; the market is projected to reach 75 billion yuan by 2029.
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40% Bias Score
Xinjiang Cotton Production Reaches Record High Despite Western Sanctions
Xinjiang's 2024 cotton production hit a record 5.69 million tons, a 574,000-ton increase, comprising 92.2% of China's total; this growth occurred despite Western sanctions based on unsubstantiated claims of forced labor, with China's cotton exports surging 167.3% year-on-year in the first half of 20...
Xinjiang Cotton Production Reaches Record High Despite Western Sanctions
Xinjiang's 2024 cotton production hit a record 5.69 million tons, a 574,000-ton increase, comprising 92.2% of China's total; this growth occurred despite Western sanctions based on unsubstantiated claims of forced labor, with China's cotton exports surging 167.3% year-on-year in the first half of 20...
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64% Bias Score
Jeju Air Flight Crash Kills 179 in South Korea
A Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed and exploded in South Korea on Saturday, killing 179 passengers and two crew members, following a reported bird strike and landing gear failure; the plane had attempted to land once before the crash, and a passenger sent a final text about the incident.
Jeju Air Flight Crash Kills 179 in South Korea
A Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed and exploded in South Korea on Saturday, killing 179 passengers and two crew members, following a reported bird strike and landing gear failure; the plane had attempted to land once before the crash, and a passenger sent a final text about the incident.
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36% Bias Score
China's Adora Magic City Cruise Ship Drives Domestic Tourism Boom
China's first domestically built cruise ship, Adora Magic City, completed 84 voyages, carrying 600,000 tourists in its first year (2024), representing 40% of the country's international cruise market; a second ship is expected by 2027.
China's Adora Magic City Cruise Ship Drives Domestic Tourism Boom
China's first domestically built cruise ship, Adora Magic City, completed 84 voyages, carrying 600,000 tourists in its first year (2024), representing 40% of the country's international cruise market; a second ship is expected by 2027.
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44% Bias Score
China Unveils CR450 High-Speed Train Prototype
China unveiled the CR450 high-speed train prototype on December 29, 2024, in Beijing; it boasts a test speed of 450 km/h and an operational speed of 400 km/h, exceeding existing models and showcasing China's leading role in high-speed rail technology.
China Unveils CR450 High-Speed Train Prototype
China unveiled the CR450 high-speed train prototype on December 29, 2024, in Beijing; it boasts a test speed of 450 km/h and an operational speed of 400 km/h, exceeding existing models and showcasing China's leading role in high-speed rail technology.
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48% Bias Score
NPC Standing Committee Concludes 13th Session, Passing Key Legislation
The 13th session of the 14th NPC Standing Committee concluded on December 25, 2024, passing a value-added tax law, amending the Supervision Law, and appointing Guan Zhi'ou as the new minister of natural resources, among other actions.
NPC Standing Committee Concludes 13th Session, Passing Key Legislation
The 13th session of the 14th NPC Standing Committee concluded on December 25, 2024, passing a value-added tax law, amending the Supervision Law, and appointing Guan Zhi'ou as the new minister of natural resources, among other actions.
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24% Bias Score
Guangdong Launches First Provincial Low-Altitude Economy Standardization Committee
Guangdong province launched China's first provincial-level technical standardization committee for the low-altitude economy on Monday, aiming to accelerate standard-setting and boost the sector's growth, which reached 505.95 billion yuan in 2023 and is projected to reach 1.5 trillion yuan by 2025.
Guangdong Launches First Provincial Low-Altitude Economy Standardization Committee
Guangdong province launched China's first provincial-level technical standardization committee for the low-altitude economy on Monday, aiming to accelerate standard-setting and boost the sector's growth, which reached 505.95 billion yuan in 2023 and is projected to reach 1.5 trillion yuan by 2025.
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44% Bias Score
China Mandates 30% NEV Purchases for Government Vehicles
China's Ministry of Finance announced that at least 30% of government vehicle purchases must be New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), with 100% for vehicles with fixed routes, boosting NEV market demand and optimizing public procurement; Guangdong Province already has over 60% NEVs in official vehicle renewal...
China Mandates 30% NEV Purchases for Government Vehicles
China's Ministry of Finance announced that at least 30% of government vehicle purchases must be New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), with 100% for vehicles with fixed routes, boosting NEV market demand and optimizing public procurement; Guangdong Province already has over 60% NEVs in official vehicle renewal...
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28% Bias Score
Parker Solar Probe Sets Record for Closest Solar Approach
NASA's Parker Solar Probe successfully flew closer to the Sun than any previous spacecraft on Tuesday, withstanding temperatures exceeding 930°C while maintaining internal instruments at 29°C; data analysis will begin after communication is restored on Friday.
Parker Solar Probe Sets Record for Closest Solar Approach
NASA's Parker Solar Probe successfully flew closer to the Sun than any previous spacecraft on Tuesday, withstanding temperatures exceeding 930°C while maintaining internal instruments at 29°C; data analysis will begin after communication is restored on Friday.
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China's Humanoid Robot Boom: $1.51 Billion in Funding Fuels Rapid Advancements
Fueled by over $1.51 billion in funding, China's humanoid robot sector saw explosive growth in 2024, with robots achieving remarkable feats like backflips, scaling the Great Wall, and running in the Gobi Desert, suggesting widespread future adoption.
China's Humanoid Robot Boom: $1.51 Billion in Funding Fuels Rapid Advancements
Fueled by over $1.51 billion in funding, China's humanoid robot sector saw explosive growth in 2024, with robots achieving remarkable feats like backflips, scaling the Great Wall, and running in the Gobi Desert, suggesting widespread future adoption.
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48% Bias Score
Harbin Ice Festival Marks Milestone in China's Booming Winter Economy
The 26th Harbin Ice and Snow World opened in Harbin, China on December 21st, 2024, attracting thousands of tourists and showcasing China's booming winter tourism industry, which saw a 38% increase in visits and a 50% surge in revenue last year.
Harbin Ice Festival Marks Milestone in China's Booming Winter Economy
The 26th Harbin Ice and Snow World opened in Harbin, China on December 21st, 2024, attracting thousands of tourists and showcasing China's booming winter tourism industry, which saw a 38% increase in visits and a 50% surge in revenue last year.
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52% Bias Score
China Tightens Business Inspections, Reforms Pharmaceutical Regulations
The Chinese State Council approved a guideline to strictly regulate administrative inspections of businesses and reform drug and medical device regulations to promote high-quality development of the pharmaceutical industry, addressing arbitrary actions affecting business operations and market expect...
China Tightens Business Inspections, Reforms Pharmaceutical Regulations
The Chinese State Council approved a guideline to strictly regulate administrative inspections of businesses and reform drug and medical device regulations to promote high-quality development of the pharmaceutical industry, addressing arbitrary actions affecting business operations and market expect...
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36% Bias Score