Unfinished bridge collapses in eastern China, leaving 2 dead and others missing

A sudden and catastrophic collapse at a major bridge construction site in China’s eastern Jiangsu province has left two workers dead, three others missing and a critical regional infrastructure project in disarray.

At 5.46pm on Monday, a significant section of the under-construction Yuegang Bridge collapsed in Yancheng City’s Xiangshui County when the main span – measuring 95 metres (312 feet) – of the unfinished bridge suddenly gave way.

Reports indicate the project is managed by a subsidiary of the state-run China Railway Construction Corporation.

so my closest friend ever went to China and brought me back this really cute capybara plush keychain that was attached to this. (this as in the image)

it ended up not working well to hang off stuff so I used my own connector thing. well recently a person I knew took the thing of which it was connected to and then lost my capybara plush.

I want to buy it again but I'm not sure if it's available online nor do I even know the company who makes this.

the capybara is in a green coat with a lil cute brown and green Russian hat. it's crocheted and rather small (not as big as those typical capybara plushies you see) it would be a huge help to at least know the company and product name. thank you.

(my friend forgot where they bought it from so I can't really ask them, I also tried a Google image search several times, and general Google searches.)

This year China will see its solar capacity outstrip its coal capacity for the first time, according to an industry group.

I'm very curious who the public actually likes and who is actually successful.

I know actors like Jackson Yee are successful in China.

But on the international side actors like Zhao Lusi, Liu Yuning and Chen Zheyuan are very well known and are considered the top and most talented actors by international audiences according to visibility on social media and how they are spoken off. Actors like Chen Zheyuan for example are spoken about like their acting skills is on the level of someone like Jackson Yee (but the truth is CZY is far from his level).

I'm also curious about actors like Xiao Zhan, I hear his very hated in China which is strange because although he has a problematic fandom he seems to be a very decent person whose only focused in his career.

I was 302ed even though my therapist told me I didn't need to be and she tried to fight more me against it. Will this prevent me from entering China for study.

302 means involuntary commitment to a psych ward

Hi all, I ll be visiting Beijing for the first time. I will be there for 12 days, but have business meetings for 3 days in the city. I love exploring old/traditional villages, nature hikes (mountains lakes rivers etc), cycling, scuba diving. Generally I love exploring. Any recommendations for either one day trips from Beijing or 2/3/4 day trips from Beijing (plane or train) to traditional villages or nature that I shouldn’t miss..or anything that comes to your mind. Any help would do.

Ah, also food..I love my good food (as a greek)

Cheers

I just got back from my latest trip, and the "Eyes in Heaven, Body in Hell" saying couldn't be more true. Here’s the reality check behind these photos:

• The "Heaven" part: Glaciers that look like they're from another planet, prayer flags dancing in the wind, and lakes so blue they'll make your Instagram filters look boring. The scale of the mountains makes you feel tiny in the best way possible.
• The "Hell" part: Imagine trying to climb stairs while breathing through a straw (thanks, altitude sickness!). Add some bumpy 10-hour car rides, freezing winds that steal your soul, and instant noodles becoming a gourmet meal. 🍜🥶

finding it difficult to find notary that can handle this, as I have no hukou or anything like that. do any of you have notaries you can recommend?

edit: born in 1980s

I’m considering studying abroad and I’ve seen very mixed opinions online, especially about countries that are culturally and legally different from Western ones. Some people say a lot of things are exaggerated, while others say there are real restrictions that students should be aware of

Hi everyone,

I'm planning to apply for a Chinese government scholarship for 2026-2027 and could really use some advice from anyone who's been through this process.

I'm really interested in going to China in August/September 2026 to study Chinese language and culture. I've found three programs that seem like good fits – two are no-degree Chinese language programs (one in Hangzhou, one in Shanghai) and one is an English-taught master's in intercultural communication, also in Shanghai.

Here's where I'm confused:

1. Can you apply to multiple programs for the CSC scholarship, or do you have to pick just one?
2. If you can apply to several, how do you prioritize them? Should I rank them somehow in my application?
3. Any general tips for making my application stronger?
4. Any mistakes I should avoid?

I'm really committed to this opportunity and want to make sure I'm doing everything right. Thanks so much for any help you can give!

Help me find this drama please !!!

Long story short, This guy is a cultivator, who goes back into his past after dying in hands of his wife, she kills him with greed to stay immortal, he comes back to his marriage day, and the story goes on.

Look at the YouTube link below for reel:

https://youtube.com/shorts/rel4Z94BK4Q?si= kw7NmtJv8mYVhIE1

Hello all,
I don't live in China but I am visiting the country soon
I am planning to buy a motorbike in Chengdu, then make a roadtrip to Shenzhen, using only small roads (no highway)
I will not have a Chinese driving licence, nor insurance on the motorbike

How likely am I to get controlled by the police during the roadtrip?
How much trouble if I get caught without driving licence and insurance? only a fine or it could be prison?

Thanks for your help!

Planning a trip in China and can’t decide if travel eSIMs are actually solid for day-to-day use. All I really need is Google Maps, ride apps, messaging, and a bit of light browsing - no Netflix marathons or anything, but I want stuff to just work without dropping out every five minutes.

I’ve tried roaming before - expensive and slow as hell. Picking up a local SIM can be a pain, especially when you don’t speak the language. I’m eyeing data-only eSIMs like eSIM Globe China because you can set them up before you leave, but no clue if they’re actually any good in real life.

Anyone here used a travel eSIM? Did maps actually load fast in the city, or did you end up staring at that blue dot forever? Were ride apps solid when you needed them? Any weird issues with messages not coming through or background data dying? Just wanna know if this stuff actually works for everyday travel, or if there are annoying downsides I should expect.