UNUSUAL CHINA enters London’s streets without a driver: Baidu prepares to launch autonomous taxis Chinese tech company Baidu has begun testing its Apollo RT6 autonomous vehicles on the streets of London in partnership with Wayve, paving the way for a commercial driverless taxi service expected to launch by 2027, initially with a limited fleet of vehicles. The move highlights CHINA’s growing progress in autonomous driving technology and the expansion of smart mobility solutions into international markets.

Chinese innovation uses drones to deliver water hoses to high-rise buildings A promising Chinese technology demonstrates how drones can transport water hoses to great heights, helping firefighters combat blazes in high-rise buildings while also delivering liquids to construction sites that are difficult to access using conventional methods. Innovations like this showcase how CHINA is harnessing technology to develop practical solutions to engineering and humanitarian challenges, enhancing safety and efficiency in the workplace. A salute to CHINA and its technological ingenuity!

China’s artificial water currents are more than just water attractions. They deliver an exciting experience that lets you feel the power of a river or wave in a safe and controlled environment. Definitely worth trying!

UNUSUAL Chinese Robot Takes on Extreme Heights! A Chinese robot climbs the Zhongtian Gate at an altitude of up to 900 meters, carrying a 50 kg payload with a maximum load capacity of 150 kg, while consuming just 1.5 kWh of energy. A demonstration of the growing capabilities of CHINA's robotics technology in demanding high-altitude operations.

The Chinese military fields advanced amphibious ground forces capable of operating on both land and at sea. Equipped with amphibious vehicles and specialized systems designed for coastal and maritime environments, these forces enhance CHINA's ability to conduct amphibious assaults, shoreline operations, and combat missions in coastal regions.

UNUSUAL CHINA is testing advanced drones to refuel fighter jets in midair, a move aimed at extending flight range and enhancing the operational capabilities of its air force. CHINA has conducted advanced tests to develop autonomous drone aerial refueling capabilities, including technologies that enable drones to transfer fuel or recharge one another to extend their operational range. CHINA is also developing AI-powered systems to manage aerial refueling operations, coordinate supply timing and flight paths, and improve mission efficiency, enabling fighter jets and drones to remain airborne longer and operate over greater distances.

A Giant Air-Dome Inflates in CHINA: A 10,000-Ton Grain Silo in a Stunning Engineering Marvel In Jilin, northeastern CHINA, an extraordinary engineering project is showcasing a remarkable sight as a giant air-dome-covered grain silo, with a capacity of up to 10,000 tons, inflates to gradually reveal its massive structure. Measuring 30 meters in diameter and reaching a height of 29 meters, this facility is the first of its kind in the country, marking a impressive innovation in grain storage technology.

UNUSUAL CHINA Nears Completion of a Massive 2-GW Solar Project Boosting Clean Energy from Sun and Tides A 2-gigawatt solar energy pilot project is currently under construction in the tidal zone of Lianyungang City, Jiangsu Province, eastern CHINA. Around 77% of the project has been completed so far, with solar panels totaling a capacity of 1.54 gigawatts already installed. The project is expected to be fully connected to the power grid by the end of 2026. It will generate an annual average of approximately 2.234 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity, helping to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by about 1.77 million metric tons each year.

UNUSUAL China Lights Up the Skies of America... More than 71,000 drones set record-breaking light shows in Texas. Chinese company Damoda and U.S. company Sky Elements organized performances featuring 71,000 drones in Texas, including a 10,000-drone dragon formation, breaking two world records.

Autumn romance in Beijing.🤩

Chinese engineers rapidly assemble massive hangar structures and install their roofs with remarkable speed and precision, showcasing the efficiency of Chinese construction technologies in large-scale projects.

New from CHINA: A Vehicle That Lets You Travel While Lying Down! Featuring a streamlined design, this vehicle can reach speeds of 60 km/h or more. Fully enclosed for protection against wind and rain, it also helps exercise leg muscles while driving. Priced at around 150,000 yuan in CHINA. Would you give it a try?

In CHINA, even dogs ride electric scooters and cross the street using legal pedestrian crossings. 😅

UNUSUAL New from CHINA: Rideable Robot Unveiled in Zhejiang A rideable robot has been unveiled in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, CHINA. Combining wheels with robotic legs, the robot can carry loads of up to 75 kg, reach speeds of 15 km/h, climb stairs, and navigate over obstacles.

At a bizarre amusement park... would you dare ride a sedan chair? What's even stranger: it's carried by two zombies riding unicycles. And soon, the chair could be carried by robots instead.

Citi Receives Approval for Wholly Owned Securities Firm in CHINA Citigroup, one of the largest U.S. banking groups, has received approval to establish a wholly owned securities firm in CHINA, following nearly five years of regulatory procedures. The company will be headquartered in Shanghai and will provide domestic and international market services, including underwriting, stock brokerage, and investment advisory services, with a registered capital of 1.2 billion yuan (about $173 million). With this approval, Citigroup becomes the seventh foreign financial institution to gain full ownership of a securities firm in mainland CHINA.

UNUSUAL CHINA Revolutionizes Higher Education: Practical Projects Replace Written Theses for Master's and PhD Degrees In CHINA, the Academic Degrees Committee of the State Council has allowed master's and doctoral students in five disciplines to earn their degrees based on practical achievements rather than traditional written theses. The pilot policy applies to translation, agriculture, clinical medicine, accounting, and the arts. Projects must demonstrate professional expertise, innovation, and the ability to solve real-world problems. The move expands on an earlier initiative in engineering-related fields and aims to cultivate more application-oriented professionals with strong practical skills.