'Right to grow' helping wild flowers bloom
Supporters say growing flowers or food on unused land can improve mental health and local pride.
El Análisis Experto es para la sublime actuación de Lionel Messi
Batistuta asegura que no es normal lo que hace Messi, mientras que Valdano asegura que el diez ya se apoderó del Mundial.
New China dog rental trend draws warnings of animal stress from frequent handler changes
A dog-rental platform has sparked both curiosity and concern as China’s urban pet economy takes an unexpected turn.
Launched on social media in March, the mini-programme known as “Wangbu,” which loosely translates to “dog walk,” enables residents in first-tier cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen to rent dogs by the hour for walks.
After owners create profiles for their pets, renters coordinate pickup and return details directly with them. Fees typically range from 10 to 60 yuan (US$1.5...
China’s EV brands have Europe’s luxury marques in their sights: Zeekr executive
Luxury electric vehicle (EV) brands from China are poised to enter the same elite tier as established European marques by leveraging their disruptive technologies, according to Chinese EV maker Zeekr.
“There is a gap between the demand for electric luxury cars and the supply, where Chinese carmakers have an edge,” said Zeekr vice-president Mars Chen. “I believe there will be one to two Chinese brands among the global top five [luxury vehicles].”
With German giants Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi...
Chinese scientists create battery that works comfortably way above water’s boiling point
Chinese scientists have developed a tiny, ceramic-based lithium-ion battery that can withstand extreme heat, offering a safer power source for smart sensors, aerospace gadgets and military applications.
Unlike flammable traditional lithium-ion batteries, this rechargeable solid-state battery operates stably up to 150 degrees Celsius (302 degrees Fahrenheit) and can withstand brief thermal shocks of up to 300 degrees Celsius without compromising performance.
The Tsinghua University-led team said...
Hong Kong urged to export food culture as Cantonese restaurants hit hardest by slump
Hong Kong must step up efforts to export its food culture and promote its culinary heritage, industry leaders have said after a recent study found that Cantonese restaurants have borne the brunt of the sector’s slump.
Data released this month by the Legislative Council Secretariat’s research office showed earnings for Chinese restaurants in the first quarter suffered the sector’s steepest contraction in revenue, plunging 27.9 per cent from HK$13.44 billion (US$1.7 billion) in 2018 to HK$9.7...
P&O Cruises passengers urged to carry crucial card to avoid delay on board
Make sure you keep it on you at all times
Miami romance, Billy Gilmour and a mince and tattie hot dog
Another city. Another ballpark. Another Tartan Army love-in. The warmth towards the Scotland fans during this World Cup burns hotter than the Florida sun.
Miami romance, Billy Gilmour and a mince and tattie hot dog
Another city. Another ballpark. Another Tartan Army love-in. The warmth towards the Scotland fans during this World Cup burns hotter than the Florida sun.
Miami romance, Billy Gilmour and a mince and tattie hot dog
Another city. Another ballpark. Another Tartan Army love-in. The warmth towards the Scotland fans during this World Cup burns hotter than the Florida sun.
Miami romance, Billy Gilmour and a mince and tattie hot dog
Another city. Another ballpark. Another Tartan Army love-in. The warmth towards the Scotland fans during this World Cup burns hotter than the Florida sun.