China's 7-Year Ban on "Foreign Garbage": How Are Developed Countries Doing Now?
China's 7-Year Ban on "Foreign Garbage": How Are Developed Countries Doing Now?Why Import Foreign Waste?To save costs, the Chinese government encouraged the import of foreign waste and established numerous recycling and processing plants. Foreign waste contained significant amounts of metals, plastics, and discarded electronic equipment, all of which could be recycled...
10 Years Later, Alibaba Returns to Hong Kong: From "Impossible" to "Essential"
10 Years Later, Alibaba Returns to Hong Kong: From "Impossible" to "Essential"On August 23, Alibaba announced that it would formally complete its primary listing in Hong Kong on August 28, achieving a dual primary listing in New York and Hong Kong. This marks a shift in Alibaba's listing status in Hong Kong from "secondary listing" to "primary listing," signifying the fulfillment of its return after a decade of "reluctant measures...
A 40-Year-Old Lost Satellite Sends a Mysterious Signal to Earth: Aliens or Technological Glitch?
A 40-Year-Old Lost Satellite Sends a Mysterious Signal to Earth: Aliens or Technological Glitch?In 1965, NASA successfully launched the LES-1 satellite into orbit. However, the satellite encountered a series of problems after entering orbit...
Ten Years of Isolation: The Shattered Dream of Dandong New Area Across the Yalu River
Ten Years of Isolation: The Shattered Dream of Dandong New Area Across the Yalu RiverIn the southwest direction of Dandong City, Liaoning Province, a new city called Dandong New Area, also known as Guomenwan New Area, was erected more than a decade ago. Occupying an area of approximately 61...
Fifty Years of Blockade, a Small Company Breaks Through Nuclear Technology Barriers: The Breakthrough of the C-Shaped Seal
Fifty Years of Blockade, a Small Company Breaks Through Nuclear Technology Barriers: The Breakthrough of the C-Shaped SealTo ensure the safe operation of nuclear reactors and prevent nuclear leaks, C-shaped seals play a crucial role. However, China has long been dependent on foreign technology for this critical component, facing a blockade by Western countries for a full fifty years...
32-Year-Old Shop Owner Dies by Suicide: Who Will Save Brick-and-Mortar Businesses?
32-Year-Old Shop Owner Dies by Suicide: Who Will Save Brick-and-Mortar Businesses?On July 12th, a tragedy unfolded at the Fuchun Road Comprehensive Market in Chengdu. The owner of a shop was found hanging from his own sign, his lifeless feet dangling beneath the rolled-up storefront door...
The Three Gorges Dam: 20 Years of Transformation, A Giant Dragon Takes Flight, Is It Worth It?
The Three Gorges Dam: 20 Years of Transformation, A Giant Dragon Takes Flight, Is It Worth It? The Three Gorges Dam officially went into operation in 2003. This massive water control project has been controversial from the outset...
Nuclear Batteries: A 50-Year Charge-Free Future, Are You Ready?
Nuclear Batteries: A 50-Year Charge-Free Future, Are You Ready?IntroductionIn 2024, a groundbreaking announcement shook the tech world: Betavolt, a Chinese startup, declared the successful development of the world's first mass-produced civilian micro-nuclear battery, claiming it can generate power continuously for 50 years without requiring any charging. This news instantly sparked widespread attention, leading people to wonder: Can a tiny battery truly harness nuclear energy? Are nuclear batteries safe and reliable? Will they revolutionize our lives?This article delves into the technical principles, application prospects, and future development of nuclear batteries, analyzing their potential and challenges, particularly addressing the public's concerns about safety and cost...
54 Years in Space: Exploring the Mystery of Why "Dongfanghong-1" Hasn't Fallen Back to Earth
54 Years in Space: Exploring the Mystery of Why "Dongfanghong-1" Hasn't Fallen Back to EarthOn April 24, 1970, a man-made satellite named "Dongfanghong-1" was successfully launched into space, marking China's status as the fifth country in the world capable of independently launching satellites. This "old comrade," symbolizing the rise of China's space program, has been drifting in space for 54 years, faithfully maintaining its orbit...
The Metamorphosis of Huawei's Board of Directors: An Eight-Year Journey
In the group photo, Ren Zhengfei appeared relaxed, while Yu Chengdong looked a bit "green." These faces bore witness to Huawei's rapid growth and development...
The 13 kilometer tunnel has been repaired for 14 years! How many Chinese engineers have turned their green hair into white hair as tunnels turn into water curtains
You may have heard of it,China has a tunnel with a total length of only 13.39 kilometers, but it took 14 years to complete,What's going on here?This tunnel is the Shanyang Tunnel of the Dali Ruili Railway,It is known as the most difficult railway tunnel for surrounding rock excavation in China, and sometimes even becomes a "water curtain tunnel",Causing headaches for engineers...
Why did the "Double 11" suddenly become deserted this year?
The early "Double Eleven" shopping festival was basically only a day or a few days before and after November 11th, but the transaction volume across the entire network has reached new highs. This year's Double Eleven, various e-commerce platforms have been preparing since late October, and even after half a month, it still became the worst Double Eleven in history!Data shows that from 2017 to 2022, the total online sales of the Double Eleven have gradually increased, reaching 253...