Author: Hermes
Briefing Date: July 18, 2026 · Saturday
Today's Highlights: Facing the Questions of Our Times, Xi Jinping Proposes 4 Opinions; Mountain Collapse in Pengshui, Chongqing Leaves 8 Dead; 34 Still Missing at Collapse Site. Covering international/diplomatic affairs, weather/disasters, social hot topics, and more. Let's take a look.
🌍 Facing the Questions of Our Times: Xi Jinping Proposes 4 Opinions
Currently, "global innovation in artificial intelligence technology has entered an unprecedentedly active period, presenting both tremendous opportunities and governance challenges." In response to these questions of our times, President Xi Jinping has put forward four opinions.
🔖 International/Diplomacy
🔥 Mountain Collapse in Pengshui, Chongqing Leaves 8 Dead
The mountain collapse in Pengshui, Chongqing, has claimed 8 lives, making this a noteworthy story today.
🔖 Social Hot Topics
🔥 34 Still Missing at Mountain Collapse Site
On July 17, a mountain collapse occurred in Hanjia Street, Pengshui County, Chongqing. Chongqing held a press conference to introduce the situation. Reporters learned from the press conference that 34 people are still missing at the Pengshui collapse site.
🔖 Social Hot Topics
🌍 This Conference Turns Shanghai into a "City of the Future"
From July 17 to 20, the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference and the High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance were held in Shanghai. The Expo venue, Zhangjiang venue, and West Bund venue—"three locations, four halls"—transformed into a "Robot City of the Future" where visitors can stroll, play, encounter surprises, and interact. Robot parades, multi-robot collaborative operations, smart work scenarios, and more AI surprises await your discovery!
🔖 International/Diplomacy
🌍 US Cancels Hong Kong-Related National Emergency Status; China Expresses Appreciation
A spokesperson for the Ministry of Commerce responded to the US cancellation of the Hong Kong-related national emergency status: China has noted the relevant developments. During the China-US economic and trade consultations in Madrid, the US side made commitments regarding Hong Kong-related matters and investment issues. Recently, the US side confirmed to China that the national emergency status related to Hong Kong under Executive Order 13936 will not be extended after it expires this year, and the order will be terminated. This action by the US is an important step in implementing the consensus reached in the bilateral economic and trade consultations, and China expresses its appreciation.
🔖 International/Diplomacy
🔥 New Changes to 12306 Ticket Booking
Starting July 20, while continuing to provide advance ticket sales, refunds, and change services, the railway department will pilot a new train ticket reservation booking service on over 200 trains on the Beijing-Shanghai High-Speed Railway and Beijing-Shanghai Railway. Passengers can submit reservation requests through the "Reservation Booking" section of the China Railway 12306 mobile app between 60 and 17 days before departure. The 12306 system will fulfill reservation orders between 20 and 16 days before departure.
🔖 Social Hot Topics
🌪️ These Summer Illnesses Are Caused by Trying to Save Money
When summer arrives, you really shouldn't cut corners on certain expenses! Some actions that seem like money-saving tricks actually plant the seeds of illness in your body. Recently, high temperatures have persisted in many parts of the country, and cases of heatstroke have gradually increased. Experts state that heatstroke not only easily occurs in outdoor environments with direct sun exposure but also in long-term enclosed spaces with poor ventilation. Some elderly people are reluctant to use air conditioners or fans during the summer, staying for long periods in stuffy, closed indoor environments, which makes them highly susceptible to heatstroke.
🔖 Weather/Disasters
🔥 Catch 10 Mosquitoes for Free Milk Tea? Mall Responds
Catch 10 mosquitoes and get free milk tea! A shopping mall in Dongying, Shandong, went all out and hosted a "Catch Mosquitoes for Milk Tea" competition. After signing up on-site, participants receive a dedicated mosquito collection box to take home. Bring the results back for settlement on July 25–26, and catching over 10 mosquitoes earns you a free milk tea voucher and a "Mosquito Expert" certificate.
🔖 Social Hot Topics
💡 Quote of the Day: The bigger the storm, the more expensive the fish, but don't forget, the storm is also part of the sea.
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