Tag: China

Tragedy Strikes Southwest China as Landslide Claims Lives
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Tragedy Strikes Southwest China as Landslide Claims Lives

A massive landslide happened in a small village called Liangshui in Yunnan province, Southwest China. It caused the deaths of at least 8 people, and many others are still missing under a lot of debris. This happened early on Monday morning when 18 homes were buried under mud and rocks. In a remote part of southwest China, a landslide occurred early Monday, burying 18 homes and leading to the evacuation of over 200 people in Zhenxiong County, Yunnan province. The tragic event resulted in 8 confirmed deaths, with rescuers managing to extract four individuals by 5:30 pm. The landslide prompted a swift response, with 200 rescue workers, numerous fire engines, and additional equipment dispatched to the scene. Witnesses described the terrifying incident, with one resident mentioning that...
China Unveils World’s Fastest Internet Network
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China Unveils World’s Fastest Internet Network

China has rolled out the world's fastest internet network. It is capable of transmitting data at 1.2 terabits per second (Tbps). The new Chinese internet system is based on a technology called OTN (Optical Transport Network). However, it uses lasers to transmit data over optical fibers. China has announced the creation of the fastest internet network globally. The new network, developed by Chinese tech company Huawei in collaboration with China Mobile, Beijing’s Tsinghua University, and Cernet (a government-funded education and research network), boasts speeds of 1.2 terabits (or 1,200 gigabits) per second. Although these speeds are currently theoretical and won't be available to consumers immediately. They signify a significant advancement in internet capabilities. The new Chinese ...
XBB variant, covid new wave braces in China
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XBB variant, covid new wave braces in China

China is a country that has made significant strides in containing the COVID-19 pandemic. Now bracing itself for a new wave of infections due to the emergence of the XBB variant. With the country experiencing sporadic outbreaks and clusters of cases. Authorities are implementing stringent measures to prevent the spread of the variant and safeguard public health. The XBB variant, a new mutation of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has raised concerns among health experts in China due to its potential for increased transmissibility and resistance to certain existing vaccines. The variant, which was first detected in a few isolated cases, has now been identified in several provinces across China. It prompted the government to adopt swift and decisive actions to prevent further spread. To curb the ...
China renamed 11 cities in Arunachal Pradesh
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China renamed 11 cities in Arunachal Pradesh

For the third time in six years. China has announced Chinese names for geographical features in Arunachal Pradesh. Reiterating its claim to the entire Indian state. China is making Southern Tibet in this region. In its latest attempt to lay claim to areas inside the Indian territory. The Chinese government on Sunday announced it would “standardize” the names of 11 places in Arunachal Pradesh. Releasing a list of the 11 places along with a map that shows parts of Arunachal Pradesh instead of inside the southern Tibetan region, that China refers to as Zangnan. The Chinese Ministry of Civil Affairs even included a town close to the Arunachal Pradesh capital of Itanagar. The areas that are named includes two residential areas, five mountain peaks and two rivers. The document included th...
India surpassed China in terms of population as well
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India surpassed China in terms of population as well

According to new surveys and research, India is an upcoming superpower in the region in so many fields including population. In some instances it is alarming yet it creates a lot of opportunities for youth to grow and prosper. With big names shifting in India, it might be a massive change in the region. On New Year’s Day in 2021, nearly 67,000 babies were born across India. The highest number of births was given anywhere in the world that day, according to UNICEF. The record-breaking number also contributed to India’s latest achievement: becoming the world’s most populous country. India's population is increasing by 27 percent per year. India is among the eight countries expected to be responsible for more than half the projected increase in global population upto 2050. Since 1950 ...