China Highlights
China’s population of Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins has remained generally stable overall.
On May 9, good news came from the 2026 Chinese white dolphin conservation awareness campaign held in Zhuhai, Guangdong: the overall population of Chinese white dolphins in China has remained stable. Their habitat’s ecological environment continues to improve, the results of marine biodiversity protection have become more pronounced, and these developments demonstrate the positive outcomes of China’s marine ecological conservation efforts.
A flock of blue-crowned laughingthrushes appears in Dexing, Jiangxi, roosting in the forest as a “group”
After the blue-crowned laughingthrush was found to have “settled” in Xingaoshan Town, Dexing, Jiangxi last year, monitoring this year has again detected an expansion in its population size, and flocks have been observed roosting in the forest. This indicates that the local ecological environment continues to improve and biodiversity is increasing—good news that reflects the remarkable effectiveness of conservation efforts.
When the “T”-shaped configuration shines in the sky, the Chinese people have their own “space home”!
The stable operation of the Chinese space station and every precise maneuver are inseparable from the dedicated vigilance of countless aerospace flight-control professionals. Jiang Ping, a science and technology worker at the Beijing Aerospace Flight Control Center, stays at her post with her colleagues to safeguard the safety of the Chinese people’s “space home.” Their ordinary yet great dedication brings inspiring good news for the steady advancement of China’s aerospace endeavors.
The “Central Plains Railway · South of the Great River” special tourist train launches a 15-day “in-depth tour” of Xinjiang
In the early hours of May 10, the Y359 “Central Plains Railway · South of the Yellow River” themed tourist train departed from Zhengzhou Station, carrying more than 200 passengers on a 15-day in-depth tour of Xinjiang’s southern and northern regions. The train offers a one-stop, high-quality, immersive rail cultural tourism experience, making it easier for more people to travel comfortably through Xinjiang and experience its diverse landscapes and cultures.
The research vessel “Explorer No. 1” has arrived in Guangzhou, achieving a number of important scientific discoveries.
On May 10, the research vessel “Tansuo-1,” carrying the manned submersible “Fendouzhe,” arrived in Guangzhou smoothly, successfully completing the Pacific crossing voyage of the “Global Trench Exploration Program” as well as the first China–Chile joint manned deep-diving scientific expedition to the Atacama Trench. This mission achieved a number of significant scientific discoveries, demonstrating China’s continued breakthroughs in deep-sea technology and the deepening of international cooperation, and injecting new momentum into participation in global ocean governance and the building of a maritime community with a shared future.
Mother’s Day fuels the “travel with mom” boom—how can two generations travel together more harmoniously?
Mother’s Day has sparked a boom in “traveling with mom,” with bookings for related products on online travel platforms rising significantly. “Lin Shi You Yue” has put together a guide to dining, lodging, transportation, and sightseeing that caters to the preferences of both generations, helping parents and children travel together more harmoniously. While your parents can still get around and enjoy good food, spend more time taking them to see the world—and let your wishes fill the comments section with warmth.
The Central Committee of the Communist Youth League of China and the All-China Youth Federation have decided to award the China Youth May Fourth Medal to seven athletes, including Su Yiming and Wang Xindi.
The Central Committee of the Communist Youth League of China and the All-China Youth Federation have decided to award the China Youth May Fourth Medal to seven athletes, including Su Yiming and Wang Xindi, in recognition of their tenacious efforts and bringing honor to the country at the Beijing Winter Olympics and Paralympics. The Chinese delegation achieved its best-ever results in the history of participating in the Winter Olympics abroad, securing a double harvest of competitive performance and spiritual-civilization achievements, showcasing the spirited outlook of Chinese youth in the new era and inspiring more young people to strive for progress.
Bulky Waste Turned into Treasure: The “Retirement Journey” of an Old Sofa in Chengdu
Chengdu is promoting the resource recovery and reuse of bulky waste, enabling discarded items such as old sofas to complete their “retirement journey” and achieve a transformation from trash to recycled resources. Through standardized collection and processing, it both improves the quality of the urban environment and reduces waste while advancing the development of the circular economy—good news that benefits both the people and the city.
The Chinese women’s team won the women’s team title at the London World Table Tennis Championships, securing their seventh consecutive championship.
In the women’s team final at the 2026 London World Table Tennis Championships, China’s women’s team—Sun Yingsha, Wang Manyu, and Kuai Man—took the field and, after a hard-fought five-match battle, defeated Japan 3–2 to successfully defend their title. China achieved seven consecutive women’s team titles at the World Championships and lifted the Corbillon Cup for the 24th time, showcasing formidable strength and team cohesion in an inspiring display.
Chinese athlete Zhao Yicheng breaks the men's speed climbing world record
In the semifinals of the 2026 Rock Climbing World Cup Wujiang stop, Chinese athlete Zhao Yicheng set a new men’s speed climbing world record with a time of 4.54 seconds and went on to win the title. This result surpassed his previous record of 4.58 seconds, showcasing the encouraging progress of Chinese climbing as it continues to break through and steadily improve in strength.
Ningxia’s number of groundwater over-extraction areas halved, with water levels rebounding
Since 2017, Ningxia has cumulatively reduced groundwater over-extraction by 76.53 million cubic meters. The number of over-extraction zones has decreased from seven to three, and the over-extracted area has been reduced to 518 square kilometers. With the governance measures yielding notable results, groundwater levels have stopped declining and begun to rebound, and the groundwater ecological environment has continued to improve, bringing positive benefits to local ecological security and sustainable development.
Zhejiang Xianju: High-altitude wind power generation boosts green development
Zhejiang’s Xianju County is leveraging its mountainous resources to develop wind power, injecting new momentum into local green development. Wind power projects continuously supply clean electricity, reduce carbon emissions, promote optimization of the energy mix, and deliver a win-win for rural revitalization and ecological protection.
Tianzhou-10 Launch Imminent: How Will China’s Space-to-Earth Cargo Transport System Develop?
The Tianzhou-10 cargo spacecraft will be launched at an appropriate time in the coming days. The space station assembly is currently in good condition and operating stably, and on the 9th it completed a phase-adjustment orbital maneuver to prepare for rendezvous and docking. This marks the continued improvement of China’s space-to-ground cargo transportation and support capabilities, providing more sufficient and more reliable support for the space station’s subsequent on-orbit operations and scientific experiments.
Sanxingdui Discovery Reveals the Earliest Meteoritic Iron Artifacts of the Bronze Age in Southwest China
Sichuan University and the Sichuan Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology, through analyses such as metallography and SEM-EDS, confirmed that the iron artifacts unearthed from Sacrificial Pit No. 7 at Sanxingdui are meteoritic iron products, making them the earliest meteoritic iron artifacts of the Bronze Age in southwest China. The findings were published in the international journal Asian Archaeological Research, providing important new evidence for studying early metallurgy and intercivilizational exchanges, and are exciting.
The 14th Berlin “China Cup” Weiqi Tournament Concludes
The 14th Berlin “China Cup” Go Tournament successfully concluded on May 10 at the Berlin Chinese Cultural Center. The successful event provided a platform for local Go enthusiasts to exchange and spar, further promoting cultural interaction and friendly exchanges between China and Germany, and conveying the positive charm of culture.
Global Good News
Canadian Woman Gives Free Bikes and Trikes to Thousands of Kids in the Past 14 Years
For 14 years in Moncton, Krista Richard has collected donated bicycles and tricycles and given them away to families who can’t afford them, helping thousands of kids get their own wheels. Through the Bikes and Trikes for Everyone program, children leave smiling and riding off—bringing joy, mobility, and healthy outdoor fun to the community.
In a Thrilling Comeback Victory Cherrie DeVaux Becomes First Female Trainer to Win Kentucky Derby (WATCH)
Cherrie DeVaux made history at the Kentucky Derby by becoming the first female trainer to win the iconic race after her long-shot horse, Golden Tempo, surged from last place to a thrilling comeback victory. Despite 23-1 odds and a recent heel condition, Golden Tempo’s win is a uplifting breakthrough for perseverance and progress in horse racing.
The $1 Visionary
German math teacher Martin Aufmuth was inspired in 2009, after learning that hundreds of millions of people worldwide live with vision impairment simply because they can’t afford glasses. Motivated by what he read in Paul Polak’s *Out of Poverty*, he set out to help make affordable eyewear possible. It’s uplifting news because it highlights a practical, low-cost way to improve sight and quality of life for millions.
Africa’s Rarest Antelope Gets Boost as Zoos Send 4 Bongos to Kenya to Help Save the Species From the Brink
Four mountain bongos—Africa’s rarest antelope—have arrived in Kenya from European zoos, marking a major milestone in efforts to save the species from extinction. With fewer than 50 left in the wild, their move to the Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy strengthens conservation and breeding programs, boosting hopes for a thriving future population.
Sam Neill Beats Cancer After 5-Year Battle, Announces ‘It’s Time I Did Another Movie’
Jurassic Park star Sam Neill has announced he is cancer-free after battling angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma and undergoing chemotherapy starting in 2022. The New Zealand actor says he’s ready to return to acting, sharing that “it’s time I did another movie.” His recovery is uplifting news for fans and a hopeful reminder of resilience and healing.
Good News in History, May 8
Sir David Attenborough is celebrating his 100th birthday, honoring a century of inspiring nature storytelling. The legendary broadcaster and producer, who studied Natural Sciences at Cambridge, launched the BBC’s “Zoo Quest” in 1954 and went on to create influential documentaries like “Life on Earth” and “The Life of Birds.” His work has deepened public appreciation for wildlife and encouraged global care for the planet.
London’s unique charity-led restaurant gets a makeover
A London charity-run restaurant that employs people who have experienced homelessness has relaunched after a makeover, welcoming a MasterChef judge as its new chef. The revamp brings fresh attention and expertise to a project that creates meaningful jobs and second chances, helping more people build stability through training and employment.
The Beloved Oregon Restaurant Rewriting the Rules of Seafood
Local Ocean in Newport, Oregon is becoming a must-visit destination for seafood lovers, earning rave reviews from repeat diners for standout dishes like roasted garlic and Dungeness crab soup and lightly battered rockfish tacos. By showcasing fresh, locally sourced catch in creative, crowd-pleasing ways, the restaurant is helping redefine what great coastal seafood can be—good news for regional fishermen, visitors, and anyone who loves memorable meals.
Man Re-Mortgages Home to Buy Favorite Pub And Save 100 Years of History: ‘Pete’s always been a legend’
Peter Manfield, 73, remortgaged his home to buy his beloved local pub when it was set to be sold, ensuring it could stay open. His heartfelt decision helped preserve a community gathering place with around 100 years of history. It’s uplifting news because one person’s commitment protected a cherished landmark and kept a welcoming hub alive for friends and neighbors.
Young inventor plans to stop 90% of floating sea plastic by 2040
A Dutch nonprofit is creating river-based technology aimed at preventing plastic from reaching the ocean, with an ambitious goal to stop 90% of floating sea plastic by 2040. By tackling pollution at its source in rivers, this innovation could significantly reduce ocean waste within decades, helping protect marine life and keep waterways cleaner.
Rare Split-Colored Lobster Caught Near Cape Cod is Donated to Aquarium: A One in 50 Million Catch (LOOK)
A local fishing crew near Cape Cod caught an exceptionally rare split-colored lobster—an estimated one-in-50-million find—off the coast near Wellfleet. The Wellfleet Shellfish Company announced the remarkable catch and donated the lobster to an aquarium, giving the public a chance to see this natural wonder up close and helping promote marine education and appreciation.