Yuan Longping, the "Father of Hybrid Rice," Dies at 90; Here's How He Changed the World

TECH & INNOVATION 05.24.2021 06:52 AM

The Chinese scientist known as the "Father of Hybrid Rice," whose lifelong work helped improve food security and quality around the world, dies at 90.

NASA Mars Perseverance Rover vs. China Zhurong Mars Rover: "Battlebot in Space"? Here's 5 Major Differences

05.21.2021 06:31 AM

China successfully landed its Zhurong rover on the red planet, according to state media, just months after NASA landed its Perseverance rover.

Tiangong Space Station: How Is China Joining Space Race?

05.19.2021 22:33 PM

The International Space Station is no longer the only research vessel orbiting the earth as China builds its very own Tiangong Space Station.

China’s Tianwen-1 Slated for Rover Landing on May 14 in an Attempt to Land on Mars

05.14.2021 05:00 AM

China's Tianwen-1 is all set for its Mars landing attempt on May 14 according to reports. The said spacecraft has been orbiting the Red Planet since February this year, and it is finally set to attempt a touchdown on Mars.

Debris From Chinese Rocket Enters Earth's Atmosphere; Lands in Indian Ocean

05.09.2021 19:22 PM

China’s space agency said a core segment of its biggest rocket from Long March 5 reentered Earth’s atmosphere and landed in the Indian Ocean.

Sinopharm COVID Vaccine Gets WHO Emergency Approval: Why Does This Matter?

05.08.2021 06:30 AM

The World Health Organization validated the "safety, efficacy, and quality of the COVID-19 vaccine of the Chinese state-owned Sinopharm, giving them emergency approval.

Sinovac Vaccine Effective But Lacks Quality Data on Adverse Effects, WHO Says

05.06.2021 05:00 AM

The World Health Organization has declared China's Sinovac vaccine as efficacious in preventing COVID-19 in adults 18 to 59 years old, yet the health body notes the lack of quality data on adverse effects on high-risk groups.

Chinese Large Modular Space Station Update: Out-of-Control Rocket Could Reenter Atmosphere on May 8

05.04.2021 22:17 PM

China's Long March 5B rocket's core stage is set to make an uncontrolled reentry into Earth's atmosphere in the next few days.

Chinese Large Modular Space Station Prepares for Uncontrolled Return to Earth

05.01.2021 23:07 PM

A Chinese rocket stage could fall to Earth totally uncontrolled in the next few days. It can rain heavy chunks of rockets on populated areas.

China's Tianhe Successfully Entered Earth’s Orbit; How Competitive is the Chinese Space Program?

04.29.2021 23:46 PM

The launch of Beijing’s unmanned module is the first of 11 missions needed to create the station. The finished product will be a rival to the International Space Station.

China's Chang'e 6 Lunar Probe on 2024 to Showcase Equipment from European Countries

04.26.2021 00:38 AM

In its continuing efforts to advance space exploration efforts, China has announced its plans for the next lunar probe by 2024 and will be carrying equipment developed by other countries.

China Mars Rover Named After Mythical God of War Zhu Rong; Where is Tianwen-1 Probe Now?

04.25.2021 01:16 AM

China's space agency says its first Mars rover will be named Zhu Rong after a traditional fire god.

Sky Ladder, Manned Lunar Rover May Be Chinese Scientists Next Plan for Moon Transport

04.24.2021 23:27 PM

Chinese scientists are looking for new and innovative ways to bring people to and from the moon - including a "sky ladder" and a manned lunar rover - in a new video released Saturday, April 24.

China's New Space Telescope Has 300 Times Greater Field of View Than the Hubble

04.21.2021 03:01 AM

China aims to launch the Chinese Space Station Telescope (CSST) in 2024 as part of its space station. It is comparable to the Hubble Telescope but has a 300 times greater field of view than the 31-year-old space telescope.

Bronze Mirrors From Ancient China Still Reflect After 2,000 Years

04.15.2021 00:57 AM

An archaeological dig at an ancient tomb in China included some 80 bronze mirrors that were still reflective and retains their original designs, such as clouds and ancient scriptures - even after 2,000 years.

Chinese Vaccines "Don't Have Very High Protection Rates": China CDC Official

04.12.2021 01:46 AM

China CDC's director Gao Fu admitted that Chinese vaccines “don’t have very high protection rates.” They are now considering using different vaccines for their immunization program.

Moon Exploration: Why China and Russia are Teaming Up for a Lunar Base

04.10.2021 01:52 AM

Russia and China are teaming up to build a base on the Moon and a satellite to orbit around it. Here's the reason behind their joint lunar exploration project.

Scientists Unearth Fossils of Ancient Burrowing Mammal-Like Animals

04.08.2021 06:05 AM

Paleontologists found remains of mammal-like burrowing animals that existed 120 million years ago in China.

Will Robots Take Over the World? Chinese Firm's Squadron of Four-Legged Robots Moving in Unison [WATCH]

04.06.2021 03:00 AM

Chinese robotics firm Unitree shared a video of their four-legged robots moving in unison which has many people believing that a robot takeover may not be too farfetched.

Human Placenta from Medical Waste, Funerals Illegally Sold in China: Are Health Benefits Claim True?

03.18.2021 01:38 AM

The illegal trade of human placenta in China still continues despite being banned for years. But are its claimed health benefits true?

Russia, China Eyes Placing Humans on Lunar Space Station; Are They Really Up for Space Race?

03.15.2021 07:34 AM

Two global superpowers – Russia and China – are partnering to build an international scientific research station on the moon.