Heritage
New Museum in Xi’an to Showcase Qin and Han Civilizations
A new chapter in the preservation and celebration of China's rich historical tapestry is set to unfold with the opening of a dedicated branch of the Shaanxi History Museum...
New Vaccine Panel Recommendations Weaken Covid and Childhood Immunization Guidance
New recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), a federal vaccine panel...
Retailers Slash Seasonal Hiring to Lowest Level Since 2009
Seasonal hiring in the retail sector is on track to fall to its lowest...
Ford Offers Subprime Buyers Special Financing to Boost F-150 Sales
Ford Motor is ramping up efforts to drive sales of its flagship F-150 pickup...
New Home Sales Jump 20.5% in August Despite High Mortgage Rates
Sales of newly built homes surged 20.5% in August compared with July, marking the...
Discovery of Xia Dynasty Palace Complex in Henan Offers New Insights into Ancient Architecture
In a groundbreaking archaeological development, a four-courtyard style palace complex from the Xia Dynasty (2070BC-1600BC), China's earliest known dynasty, has been unearthed in Xinmi,...
Commemorating Sino-Spanish Relations: Highlighting the ‘Mirror of the Mind’ Bilingual Manuscripts
An event held in Beijing on December 13, 2023, commemorated the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Spain and China, with...
Ancient City of Changgan in Nanjing: Unearthing 3,000 Years of History
Archaeological excavations in Nanjing, East China's Jiangsu Province, have uncovered the ruins of the ancient city of Changgan, significantly extending the city's recorded history...
Ancient DNA Unveils Multicultural Heritage of Dunhuang on the Silk Road
Chinese archaeologists have made a groundbreaking discovery in Dunhuang, Gansu Province, uncovering evidence of 'mixed-race' individuals who lived during the Wei (220-265) to Tang...
Beijing’s Cultural Palace of Nationalities Showcases China’s Diverse Heritage
In the heart of Beijing, the Cultural Palace of Nationalities stands as a beacon of China's rich and diverse heritage, particularly highlighted in its...
Earthquake in Gansu Province: Impact on Bingling Temple Grottoes and Cultural Heritage
The Bingling Temple Grottoes, a significant cultural relic site in China's Gansu Province, experienced a precarious situation following a 6.2-magnitude earthquake that struck Jishishan...
Unlocking the Mysteries of Chinese Civilization: Major Archaeological Advances in 2023
In 2023, China's ambitious project to trace the origins of its civilization has made significant strides, entering its fifth phase and expanding its research...
Earthquake Impacts Cultural Heritage Sites in Gansu, China
The 6.2-magnitude earthquake that struck Jishishan county in the Linxia Hui Autonomous Prefecture, located in Northwest China's Gansu Province, has raised significant concerns for...
Ancient Tombs and Artifacts Unearthed in Guangzhou: A Journey Through China’s Rich History
In Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong Province, a significant archaeological discovery has recently captured the attention of historians and archaeologists worldwide. This groundbreaking find, consisting...
Celebrating the Dong New Year: A Cultural Extravaganza in Qiandongnan
In the picturesque Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture of Guizhou Province, the Dong ethnic group recently gathered in a magnificent display of culture...
Chinese Archaeologist Yan Wenming Receives Prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award
At the fifth Shanghai Archaeology Forum (SAF), Chinese archaeologist Yan Wenming, a distinguished professor at Peking University, was awarded the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award,...
Ancient Hybridization of Yaks and Cattle on Qinghai-Xizang Plateau Revealed
Recent archaeological findings have unveiled a fascinating aspect of early animal husbandry on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau. A comprehensive study, which melds genetics with archaeology,...
Hoi An Ancient Town: A Tapestry of History Illuminated by Traditional Lanterns
Nestled along the scenic banks of the Thu Bon River, approximately 30 kilometers from Da Nang, lies Hoi An Ancient Town, a place where...
Welcoming the Year of the Dragon: Nanjing’s Ancient Alleyways Adorned with Lanterns
As the Year of the Dragon approaches, signaling the arrival of 2024, the streets of China are beginning to mirror the festive spirit. In...
