Exclusive interview with mathematician Deng Yu, recipient of the 2026 Fields Medal. Reflections on science, talent, effort, and research fulfillment.
Fields Medalist Martin Hairer highlights mathematics as a timeless foundation and universal language for disciplines at the 2026 Congress in Beijing.
Joint Chinese-Kazakh archaeological excavations at Lake Markakol reveal Pazyryk culture artifacts and historical links to Turkmen carpets.
The latest blockbuster adaptation of The Odyssey is currently shattering box office records worldwide, bringing Homer's timeless epic to the silver screen. Yet Troy, immortalised in The Iliad and The Odyssey, is far more than a story confined to literature or the silver screen
Turing Award winner Robert Tarjan urges US and China to slow down the AI race, balance risks, and use technology to increase human free time.
Discover the story of Zhou Yinde, a Chinese scrap metal merchant who wrote over 600 poems on the road, turning ordinary life into art.
The inspiring journey of Li Jia, a 33-year-old campus cleaner and mother of two who balanced work and family to gain admission to a law programme.
İstanbul evokes images of the Bosphorus shimmering in sunlight, the majestic Hagia Sophia, or the charming Maiden's Tower rising from the sea. Among the city's beloved features, one more truly deserves a spot on the list: İstanbul’s adorable cats
This year's International Youth Day theme, "Different Contexts, Common Aspirations," highlights a powerful truth: despite wildly different national realities, young people everywhere share similar hopes for dignity, opportunity, and a sustainable future
UNESCO designates Beijing as the 2029 World Capital of Architecture. Explore its rich heritage, sustainable urban development, and innovation.
Culture is one of the most powerful forces that brings nations closer together and strengthens mutual trust between countries. It is the face of a nation, the reflection of its spiritual identity, its history and future, and the cradle of centuries-old values
Moderate caffeine consumption may be safe for most adults and is not associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. This is the conclusion of a new scientific review on the effects of coffee on heart health
Hot weather can be a serious challenge for babies. Children's bodies don't regulate temperature as effectively as adults: they heat up faster and are less able to cope with overheating
Summertime activities by the sea, in pools, and in natural bodies of water remain among the most popular ways to spend hot days. However, rising air and water temperatures create more favorable conditions for the proliferation of certain microorganisms, requiring increased attention to preventative measures
Long-haul flights and time zone changes can be a serious challenge for the body. After traveling, many experience sleep disturbances, daytime fatigue, decreased concentration, headaches, and changes in digestive function
