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Natural Disaster Prevention Activity Held in Nanjing’s Stone City Park

Proper use of household fire blankets, earthquake evacuation and CPR were among the measures promoted to the public in the activity held this morning, 12 May. Full story via this link.

China-Pacific Island Agriculture Cooperation Centre Opened in Nanjing

Samoa, Vanuatu and other Pacific island country representatives were present at the 9 May launch and took in an exhibition of achievements on both two sides. Full story via this link.

2 Suspects’ Bodies, Homemade Firearms Found after Wuxi Shooting

That which started as an accidental shooting with far-from-life-threatening injuries is turning in to a riddle wrapped inside an enigma, as the bodies of two suspects have turned up in mysterious circumstances in Wuxi of our very own Jiangsu...

“Sponge City” is New Trend in Urban Sustainability Projects

With 170 projects completed, the collection and utilisation of rainwater through sponge measures such as permeable concrete is enhancing urban resilience in Xuzhou. Full story via this link.

Wuxi Roads Safer for Pedestrians as Innovative Crossing Designs Go Live

Wuxi has painted yellow boxes marked with a large “X” ahead of crossings, effectively creating a buffer zone that allows vehicle drivers more time to stop and yield. Full story via this link.

Delivery Guy First in Lianyungang to Donate Hematopoietic Stem Cells

On 9 May, Li Zhengzhong became the first express delivery driver in Lianyungang to donate hematopoietic stem cells, prolonging the life of a 2-year old boy. Full story via this link.

Nanjing University of the Arts’ Graduation Carnival Open to the Public!

Some 70 activities shall be on offer in the carnival to take place on 20 May. Tickets can be booked from 15 May on the university’s official WeChat account. Full story via this link.

Armchair Farming Becomes Reality as Driverless Rice Planters Unveiled

An automated farm, one of five in Nanjing, was the venue for the demonstration of driverless rice transplanters and harvesters in Gaochun District yesterday. Full story via this link.

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