Suspected Gas Leak Triggers Explosion at Fried Chicken Shop in Yanjiao, Hebei, Killing 1 and Injuring 22

On March 13, according to the WeChat public account of the Sanhe City Emergency Management Bureau, at 7:54 a.m. on March 13, 2024, an explosion suspected to have been caused by a gas leak occurred at a fried chicken shop in Yanjiao, Sanhe City. Emergency response, firefighting, health, and other relevant departments rushed to the scene immediately to carry out full-scale rescue and response operations. As of now, the accident has caused 1 death and 22 injuries.

Strengthen Confidence, Stabilize Expectations, Enhance Quality and Efficiency

On March 11, the third "Ministers' Corridor" of the Second Session of the 14th National People's Congress was held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Officials from relevant State Council ministries and commissions answered reporters' questions on topics including the cultural and tourism market, foreign trade, financial regulation, building a sporting powerhouse, and intellectual property protection.

Strengthen Confidence, Stabilize Expectations, Enhance Quality and Efficiency

On March 11, the third "Ministers' Corridor" session of the Second Session of the 14th National People's Congress was held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Officials from relevant State Council ministries and commissions answered reporters' questions on topics including the cultural and tourism market, foreign trade, financial regulation, building a sporting powerhouse, and intellectual property protection.

Making AI Not Only Good at "Writing Poetry" but Also at "Getting Things Done"

This year's Government Work Report proposed for the first time the launch of an "AI+" initiative, which has greatly encouraged the industry. From "Internet+" to "AI+", the focus on using "intelligence" to enhance "quality" may drive all sectors of the economy toward a new round of revolutionary change.

Making AI Not Only Good at "Writing Poetry" but Also at "Getting Things Done"

This year's Government Work Report proposed for the first time the launch of an "AI+" initiative. This has greatly encouraged the industry. From "Internet+" to "AI+", with a focus on using "intelligence" to enhance "quality", this may drive all industries toward a new round of revolutionary change.

Looking Back at the 46th Arbor Day: How Remarkable Is Chinese Tree Planting?

Looking Back at the 46th Arbor Day: Just How Impressive Is Tree Planting in China?

Overcast and Rainy Weather Expected in Southern China; Rain and Snow in North-Central Xinjiang

From the 12th to the 15th, light to moderate rain will occur in eastern Southwest China, the region south of the Yangtze River, and South China. From the 13th to the 15th, rain and snow will affect north-central Xinjiang, with moderate to heavy snow in northern Altay and along the Tianshan Mountains, and localized blizzards.

Overcast and Rainy Weather Expected in Southern China; Rain and Snow in Central and Northern Xinjiang

From the 12th to the 15th, light to moderate rain will occur in eastern Southwest China, the region south of the Yangtze River, and South China. From the 13th to the 15th, rain and snow will occur in central and northern Xinjiang, with moderate to heavy snow in northern Altay and along the Tianshan Mountains, and localized blizzards.

Five Killed, Two Missing in Coal Mine Silo Collapse in Zhongyang County, Shanxi

Reporters learned from the Zhongyang County Party Committee of Lüliang City, Shanxi Province on the 12th that at 22:45 on March 11, a silo collapse accident occurred in the underground coal silo of Taoyuan Xinlong Coal Industry Co., Ltd. in Zhongyang County, Shanxi Province, burying 7 people. As of 7:00 on the 12th, a total of 5 miners had been found in the search and rescue operation, and on-site medical personnel confirmed that none showed vital signs; 2 people remain missing, and search and rescue efforts are ongoing.

Five killed, two missing in coal mine silo collapse in Zhongyang County, Shanxi

Reporters learned from the Zhongyang County Party Committee of Lüliang City, Shanxi Province on the 12th that at 22:45 on March 11, a silo collapse accident occurred in the underground coal silo of Taoyuan Xinlong Coal Industry Co., Ltd. in Zhongyang County, Shanxi Province, burying seven people. As of 7:00 on the 12th, a total of five miners had been found in the search and rescue operation; on-site medical personnel confirmed that none showed signs of life. Two people remain missing, and search and rescue efforts are ongoing.

National Natural Disaster Situation for February Released: Low-Temperature Rain, Snow and Freezing Disasters Affect a Wide Area

On March 12, according to the website of the Ministry of Emergency Management, the Office of the National Disaster Prevention, Reduction and Relief Committee, together with relevant member units, recently conducted consultations and verification on the national natural disaster situation in February 2024. In February, China's natural disaster situation was complex and severe. Low-temperature rain, snow and freezing disasters affected a wide area and caused heavy losses, while droughts, wind and hail, sandstorms, earthquakes, geological disasters and forest fires also occurred to varying degrees. Various natural disasters affected 6.52 million person-times to varying degrees, caused 19 deaths, necessitated the emergency relocation and resettlement of 77,000 person-times, and left 420,000 person-times in need of emergency living assistance; 1,700 houses collapsed.