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Here's the news. China has activated a ground -breaking underwater intelligent computing cluster off the coast of its southernmost province of Hainan, marking a significant leap forward in sustainable high -performance computing.
A new data module was deployed on the seabed off the coast of Lingshui in Hainan.
It established a connection with the existing underwater data center first launched in 2023 to create a cluster for the intelligent computing center.
The newly installed facility is capable of housing over 400 high performance servers.
With this new facility in place, the cluster now delivers computing power equivalent to 30 ,000 high -end gaming personal computers, processing a year's worth of calculations for an average computer in just 1 second.
Notably, the cluster supports AI applications requiring massive data processing.
It enables Deep Seek's AI assistant to handle 7000 queries per second.
The system uses seawater as a natural coolant, significantly cutting energy consumption compared to land -based centers.
Some 10 companies have already signed on to utilize its capacity for AI model training and inference, industrial simulation, game development, and marine scientific research.
Intelligent computing is critical for AI research, training, and applications.
The cluster aligns with China's national strategy to boost AI infrastructure while also meeting climate goals.
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High -tech devices, including robots and drones, have recently captured widespread attention for their successful role in rescuing tourists from the water at a popular holiday destination in Hainan province.
These advanced technologies were deployed for the first time by the local emergency management department, in a bay in the city of Wanning during the Spring Festival holiday.
The devices were joined in rescue efforts by a local branch of the Blue Sky Rescue Team, a Chinese civil relief squad composed of surfing instructors, diving enthusiasts and food delivery workers.
Among the equipment was a U -shaped water rescue robot, an intelligent device designed to swiftly reach drowning victims or deliver supplies with high precision.
Liu Chiao, a member of the rescue team, said that lifeboats or jet skis can sustain damage in rough water while rescuers can experience physical exhaustion or even risk of drowning.
The U -shaped robot addresses these challenges, offering a safer and more efficient solution.
Operated remotely from shore, the compact and flexible robot can navigate difficult conditions, significantly reducing risks for rescuers.
This robot can be used in various environments, such as pools, reservoirs, and rivers.
Beyond Hainan, the robot is already in use in some other coastal regions including Fujian and Guangdong.
China has been vigorously promoting innovation in robotics, integrating these technologies into various sectors, such as agriculture, industry, and specialized services.
Efforts are underway to accelerate the adoption of robots, improving safety and efficiency across multiple sectors.
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China's animated hit, Ne Jia Tu, while captivating global audiences, has also inspired renewed interest in Chinese museum artifacts among viewers.
Through repeat viewings, its zealous fans have propelled this movie to the top of the global animation box office and also uncovered its intricate Chinese cultural references, prompting them to visit museums nationwide in search of its sources of historical inspiration.
At Hebei Museum in Shiqiajiang, the capital of North China's Hebei Province, crowds gather around a 2 ,000 year old gilt bronze incense burner, known as the Bolshan sensor, which is believed to have inspired the design of the seven -colored Lotus that reconstructs the bodies of the protagonists in the movie.
Since the recent Spring Festival when the movie hit the screen the Museum has received 340 ,000 visits, with up to 15 ,000 daily visits on weekends.
Yao Ying, a museum guide, said that many visitors asked about Ne Jia 2 connections during their tours, and she used these moments to unpack details of the Bolshan censorship and artistic beauty.
Fans have also found similarities between some movie elements and museum collections, such as the dragon king Ao Guang's blade and the sword of Ne Zia's mother, Lady Yin, which resemble a Shang Dynasty jade weapon in the Yin Shu Museum in central China's Hunan province and the 2 ,500 -year -old sword of the legendary king Guo Qian in the Hubei Provincial Museum in central China respectively.
The movie's director, Yang Yu, known as Chiaozi, said that while producing the film, the team had absorbed the essence of much traditional Chinese culture.
According to Wang Ran, Deputy Curator of Hebei Museum, through movies and TV plays, the historical significance, cultural essence, and contemporary value of cultural relics become more accessible to the public, which helps further inherit and promote fine traditional Chinese culture.
A walled city over 600 years old has been unearthed in Dongguan in South China's Guangdong province, shedding light on the South China Sea Coastal Defence Strategy at that time.
According to Cao Jin, director of the Guangdong Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archeology, the two city wall sections stretch about 100 m long and 7 .6 m thick.
urban facilities, such as roads, drains, building bases and wells, have been discovered besides the wall ruins, as well as a large number of building components and household items.
The excavation work, which lasted from May to December last year, covered an area of 3 ,000 square meters and is the largest single archaeological excavation project in the province in recent years.
Tsao noted that the site confirmed Dongguan's important position as the first gateway of Guangdong in the Military Coastal Defense System during the Ming Dynasty, which spanned from 1368 until 1644.
Chen Zhi Zun, Deputy Secretary General of the City Government, said that Dong Guan will implement effective protection measures and plan the construction of an archaeological logical park at the site You're listening to special English Every year on March 8th people celebrate International women's day a day dedicated to honoring women's achievements and promoting gender parity Women in today's China play a crucial role in all walks of life, which is very different from the ancient male -dominated society when females were expected to prioritize their duties as mothers and wives, and subordinate
themselves to men. Women in ancient China were not allowed to take part in imperial examinations aimed at selecting government officials.
They were largely excluded from participating in public life.
What then if a woman did not wish to devote her time to household responsibilities at the time?
them. Did she have any possibility of gaining power or pursuing professional goals?
In ancient China, there was a special group of females, who served as officials in the Imperial Palace.
They were called the Court Ladies, established during the Han Dynasty from the 3rd century BC and lasting until the end of the Qing Dynasty in the early 20th century.
This female bureaucratic system was a key part of Imperial China for thousands of years.
Women who worked in the Imperial Palace were given a wide range of responsibilities and titles, including those of tutor, scholar, mistress of ceremonies, and attendant for the imperial family, while the female officials, unlike male officials, have no say in government intelligence and expertise to gain influence.
Ban Zhao, who lived over 2 ,000 years ago during the Western Han dynasty, is one of the most renowned court ladies in history.
Growing Growing up in an intellectual family, she developed a keen interest in learning and education and became one of the most accomplished scholars of her time.
She was appointed as an Imperial Court Librarian and responsible for writing official documents, composing poetry and prose for Imperial ceremonies and recording the Court's history.
As a female historian, she made significant contributions to recording the history of the Western Han, known as the Book of Han.
Due to the profound influence she had on Chinese literature and philosophy, her works have been studied and revered for centuries.
Improvements to the system of women in bureaucracy continued after the Han dynasty.
It's worth mentioning that the Tang dynasty, which began in the women.
Women in this period had more educational and social engagement opportunities than in previous dynasties, therefore the Tang dynasty is often referred to as a golden era for women in Imperial China.
The most notable court Lady in the Tang Dynasty was Shang Guan Wan 'ar.
Empress Wu Zi Tian, the only female emperor in Chinese history, was thought to have had her as a trusted advisor.
According to the Turns confidant, and a key assistant on things related to statecraft and diplomacy.
She was therefore called the female Prime Minister at the time.
Throughout the history, only a select number of women were allowed to hold the position of Court Lady, and their status and power were ultimately dependent on the approval and favor of the emperor.
Despite these restrictions, Court Ladies were crucial in preserving and shaping Imperial China's history and culture.
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China has activated a groundbreaking underwater intelligent computing cluster off the coast of its southernmost province of Hainan, marking a significant leap forward in sustainable high -performance computing.
A new data module was deployed on the seabed off the coast of Lingchui in Hainan.
It established a connection with the existing underwater data center first launched in 2023 to create a cluster for the Intelligent Computing Center.
The newly installed facility is capable of housing over 400 high -performance servers.
With this new facility in place, the cluster now delivers computing power equivalent to 30 ,000 high -end gaming personal computers, processing a year's worth of calculations for an average computer in just one second.
Notably, the cluster supports AI applications requiring massive data processing.
It enables DeepSeek's AI Assistant to handle 7 ,000 queries per second.
The system uses seawater as a natural coolant, significantly cutting energy consumption compared to land -based centers.
Some 10 companies have already signed on to utilize its capacity for AI model training and inference, industrial simulation, game development, and marine scientific research.
Intelligent computing is critical for AI research, training, and applications.
The cluster aligns with China's national strategy to boost AI infrastructure while also meeting climate goals.
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