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CNA
6 hours ago
- General
- CNA
Six Chinese university students drown during mine visit
BEIJING: Six students from Northeastern University in China drowned on Wednesday (Jul 23) after falling into a flotation tank while visiting a mine in the Inner Mongolia region, state media reported. The students were observing the flotation process when the grid plate they were standing on collapsed, plunging them into the tank, according to state news agency Xinhua. All six were pulled from the tank but were later pronounced dead by medical personnel. A teacher accompanying the group was also injured in the incident, which occurred in the morning. The mine is operated by China Gold Group Co., and local authorities, the university, and the company are handling follow-up matters, Xinhua said. Mine safety has improved in China over the past few decades, but fatal accidents still occur, often due to weak enforcement of safety regulations. The incident sparked widespread attention on Chinese social media. A related hashtag became the top trending topic on Weibo, with more than 100 million views within an hour of the news breaking.
South China Morning Post
2 days ago
- Business
- South China Morning Post
China showcases full spectrum of drone technology in ‘border control' exercise
China has staged a warfare demonstration using a full spectrum of uncrewed systems, underscoring its role as a leading global drone supplier, according to a state media report on Monday. Advertisement The drone and counter-drone exercise at a testing ground in the Inner Mongolia autonomous region simulated the 'seizure and control of critical border locations', state broadcaster CCTV reported. It said numerous domestically made systems were deployed in live operations across six phases of the futuristic battlefield scenario, covering reconnaissance, AI planning, infiltration, aerial attack, elimination and anti-access. Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) on display included intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance or ISR drones, long- and short-range loitering munitions, uncrewed helicopters, as well as tactical first-person view or FPV devices. Ground equipment, from smart command and control systems to anti-drone defences, was also on show at Monday's exercise. Advertisement An OW-5 anti-drone laser weapon carried out a live-fire demonstration in a rare public display. Its 'high-energy beam barely visible to bare eyes' shot down a target drone 'a few kilometres away', the CCTV report said. The OW5 series was first unveiled at the Zhuhai air show in 2021 as a static exhibit, and the latest presentation showcased the upgraded OW5-A50 with a 50-kilowatt power output. The system integrates the command-and-control station, radar and electro-optical sensors, power module and laser gun into one 8x8 Dongfeng heavy-chassis truck. It can perform key point air defence either with a stand-alone vehicle or as part of an integrated network protection system.
Bloomberg
2 days ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
China Launches Inspections to Halt Excessive Coal Production
The Chinese government warned it may shutter coal mines guilty of producing above permitted levels, in the latest sign that regulators are getting serious about reining in overcapacity across industries. The National Energy Administration is carrying out monthlong inspections in eight provinces and regions, including the biggest coal hubs of Shanxi, Inner Mongolia, Shaanxi, and Xinjiang, as part of a crackdown on overmining that it says has distorted the market. That's according to a document from the agency dated July 10, which first began circulating on Chinese social media on Tuesday morning, and which people familiar with the matter later confirmed as authentic to Bloomberg News. The people declined to be named discussing a sensitive matter.
South China Morning Post
2 days ago
- South China Morning Post
China stages drone and counter-drone warfare demonstration
China has staged a drone and counter-drone warfare demonstration with a full-spectrum of unmanned systems in a move underscoring its role as a leading global drone supplier, state media reported on July 21, 2025. The exercise simulated an operation on 'seizure and control of critical border locations' in a testing ground in Inner Mongolia. Many domestically made systems were deployed in live operations across six phases of the futuristic battlefield scenario: reconnaissance, AI planning, infiltration, aerial attack, elimination, and anti-access, state broadcaster CCTV reported. Those taken to the sky included intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) UAVs, long- and short-range loitering munitions, unmanned helicopters, as well as tactical FPV drones. Ground equipment like smart command and control systems and air defence systems against drones made their show, too.
Globe and Mail
2 days ago
- Sport
- Globe and Mail
Encountering Naadam, Experiencing the 35th Grassland Carnival of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region
Xilingol League, China--(Newsfile Corp. - July 22, 2025) - Mid-summer breathes life into Inner Mongolia's grassland, where lush pastures glisten after seasonal rains, nourishing herds beneath vast blue skies. Against this vibrant backdrop, the 35th Naadam Fair of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region unfolds. To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: As popular Inner Mongolian ballads blend with spirited dances and the haunting melodies of the morin khuur (horsehead fiddle), the vast grassland of Xilingol transform into a living stage. A procession of 1,200 horsemen bearing the national flag, followed by 512 Inner Mongolian wrestlers advancing with eagle-like poise, ignites the festival spirit, turning the grassland into a joyful paradise of melodious songs and folk dances. Cannot view this video? Visit: "Naadam", a Mongolian word for "games" or "recreation", is a traditional festival in Inner Mongolia. The competitions of Mongolian wrestling, horsemanship, and archery, known as "three manly skills", are rather spectacular and the most popular with local people. Wu Enqi, deputy director of the Culture, Sports, Tourism, Radio, and Television Bureau of East Ujimqin Banner, explained that Mongolian wrestling, horsemanship, and archery were essential skills for ancient Mongolian men to master during their upbringing. These skills once vital for survival on the battlefield have become fixed events at the Naadam Fair in the era of peace, which are still liked by many people to this day. Traveling from Suzhou to witness the spectacle of Naadam, visitor Lei Jie shared, "Every moment in Xilingol felt magical, but nothing matched the visual impact when masculine Inner Mongolian wrestlers stepped into the arena at the Naadam Fair." Bökh (Mongolian wrestling) means "sturdiness, solidarity and persistence" in Mongolian. Victorious wrestlers wear Jiangga, a rainbow-hued silk neckpiece, the strands of which record their triumphs. The more strands there are on a piece of Jiangga, the more victories it represents. Sun Haitao, a cultural researcher in Xilingol League, stated that Naadam holds a significant and far-reaching influence in the hearts of the people across the grassland, akin to the "Olympics". In recent years, Naadam has been enriching its content with the development of the times, evolving from undiversified festive activities into a comprehensive cultural tourism IP that integrates cultural experiences, sports competitions, and industrial development, constantly infusing Naadam with new vitality. Furthermore, this Naadam Fair has elaborately planned 18 characteristic zones, featuring both traditional Mongolian cultural displays such as the "Three Manly Skills" competitions and intangible cultural heritage exhibitions, as well as innovative modern experiences like grassland photography in folk costumes and family camping. Visitors can not only watch captivating performances but also join activities such as horseback riding and stamp collection, experiencing the unique charm of grassland culture through interaction. Hashtag: #GrasslandCarnival #InnerMongoliaAutonomousRegion The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
