From Rural Boy to Business Mogul: The Rise and Fall of Liu QiangdongIntroduction:Liu Qiangdong, a name synonymous with JD.com, epitomizes the entrepreneurial spirit of China...

A Wake-up Call for Research Integrity: Image Duplication Controversy in a Paper from China Pharmaceutical UniversityIn recent years, academic integrity has increasingly become a focal point in the academic community. Publishing in academic journals signifies that research findings will undergo peer review and scrutiny from the scientific community, making it crucial for researchers' reputation and academic advancement...

Three Gorges Dam Braces for Flood Peak, Flood Control Enters Critical Stage in the Yangtze River BasinOn July 11, Nanfang Daily learned that the upper reaches of the Yangtze River will experience multiple rises in water levels over the next week, with the Three Gorges Dam expected to face a flood peak with an inflow of approximately 45,000 cubic meters per second around July 12.The Three Gorges Dam, a "national treasure" within the Yangtze River Basin's flood control system, plays a crucial role in this year's flood season...

Self-Driving Taxis: A Technological Dawn or a Job Nightmare?In recent years, rapid technological advancements have transformed our lifestyles, with self-driving technology being one of the most remarkable achievements. The upcoming large-scale deployment of self-driving taxis in Wuhan is pushing this technological revolution to new heights...

Space Impasse: Boeing Starship Malfunction Strands Two American Astronauts for a MonthOn July 10, 2023, over a month has passed since NASA announced the malfunction of the Boeing spacecraft, and two American astronauts, Sunita and Butch, remain stranded on the International Space Station (ISS), with no clear return date. Their planned 8-day mission has turned into a prolonged space "voyage" due to the spacecraft's malfunctions...

Amazon Unveils Rufus, an AI Shopping Assistant Ushering in a New Era of Smart ShoppingE-commerce giant Amazon recently launched its Rufus AI shopping assistant in the United States, marking another significant breakthrough in the application of AI technology in the shopping sphere. Rufus, an AI-powered shopping tool built on generative AI technology, aims to help consumers complete their online shopping journey more conveniently and efficiently through intelligent interactions...

Google to Acquire Wiz for $23 Billion, Building Cloud Security FortressAlphabet, Googles parent company, is in the final stages of acquiring cybersecurity startup Wiz in a deal reportedly valued at $23 billion. If successful, this potential deal would be Alphabet's largest acquisition ever, marking a significant breakthrough in its strategic layout in cybersecurity and cloud computing...

China's Chip Breakthrough: The Rise of Shaoxing Factory and the Future of the Semiconductor IndustryIntroduction: Chips, the cornerstone of modern technology, are undoubtedly crucial. However, China has long been a follower in the chip field, facing challenges in both technology and resources...

21 Days in Space: Challenges Facing American Aerospace Technology and Opportunities for Sino-US CooperationIntroduction: In 2023, an American astronaut was stranded in space for 21 days, an event that garnered global attention and served as a wake-up call for American aerospace technology. With the rise of Chinese aerospace technology, American aerospace technology seems to be struggling, even exhibiting alarming signs of decline...

Self-Driving Taxis: The Paradox of Technological Advancement and Social ResponsibilityIn recent years, the rapid development of self-driving technology has sparked widespread attention across society. Self-driving taxis, a significant application of this technology, while bringing convenience to people's travel, have also triggered profound contemplation regarding employment, social equity, safety, and ethics...

"Soul-Searching Question": How Should We Choose the Future of Driverless Vehicles?IntroductionRecently, a video of a young man from Shanghai soul-searching Baidu CEO Robin Li has gone viral online, sparking a heated discussion across the country about the conflict between the development of driverless technology and job security. In the video, the young man candidly expressed his concerns about the potential job losses caused by this technology, raising critical questions about technological advancement and social responsibility, humanized service, and fair competition, resonating with the public...

China's Tunnel Boring Machines: From "Choking" to Global Dominance, the Strategic Choices Behind the Price War"Choking" was a shadow that lingered over China's manufacturing industry for over a decade. Huawei's ordeal and the humiliating experiences of domestic tunnel boring machines (TBMs) served as stark reminders...