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Virtual reality in China has transformed from a disappointing seated experience into a thriving entertainment industry by letting people actually walk through digital worlds. Nearly 20 new immersive VR venues opened in Shanghai alone last year, transporting visitors to ancient Egypt, 1874 Paris, and historic Chinese cities.
As caregivers traveled home for Chinese New Year, nearly 400 facilities in Shanghai opened their doors to provide short-term eldercare services. Cities across China are responding to growing demand with affordable programs that keep seniors safe while families celebrate.
Starting February 17, 2026, China welcomes travelers from 50 countries for 30-day visa-free stays, adding Canada and the UK to its expanding welcome list. The move makes visiting the Great Wall, Shanghai's skyline, and ancient temples easier than ever for millions of global travelers.
A new AI system from Shanghai is helping doctors diagnose rare diseases faster and more accurately, even without expensive genetic tests. DeepRare shows its reasoning step by step, making it easier for physicians to trust and verify its conclusions.
Shanghai welcomed 9.36 million international visitors in 2025, marking a stunning 39.58 percent rebound as travelers from South Korea, Russia, Thailand, and six other nations rediscovered China's commercial capital. The comeback signals renewed global confidence in travel and cultural exchange.
Two childhood friends just completed an epic 518-day journey from France to Shanghai, crossing 16 countries almost entirely on foot to avoid flying. Their adventure proves that choosing the sustainable path can lead to the most unforgettable experiences.
A Chinese startup's nuclear fusion device just sustained plasma for over 22 minutes, marking a major milestone toward clean, unlimited energy. The breakthrough combines superconducting magnets with AI control systems.
Shanghai lawmakers are pushing for stronger protections for gig workers, longer paternity leave, and better health care oversight. The proposals could shape national policy across China.
A Shanghai hospital has unlocked the mystery behind a devastating facial condition and created the first targeted treatment, bringing hope to patients worldwide. The breakthrough includes the world's first patient database for the rare disorder.
Shanghai is tackling its aging crisis head-on with ambitious plans to add 2,000 dementia care beds and 200 community health centers for seniors this year. With more than a third of its registered residents now over 60, China's largest city is becoming a testing ground for eldercare solutions the entire nation will soon need.
A humanoid robot just walked over 100 kilometers from Suzhou to Shanghai completely on its own, making history and turning heads along the way. AgiBot A2 proved that robots can now navigate real-world environments for days without human help.
Saudi Arabia just turned a three-day innovation event into a global hydrogen launchpad, signing 27 partnerships that could slash the cost of clean fuel. The sold-out gathering in Riyadh is now heading to Shanghai as the world races to make green energy affordable.
A Shanghai hospital has converted a passenger jet into a fully equipped medical center, bringing eye and ear specialists directly to patients in China's most isolated regions. The airborne clinic has already treated hundreds and trained local doctors during its test flights.
Scientists in Shanghai just cracked the code on turning leftover food into clean fuel for ocean vessels, slashing costs by 30%. This breakthrough could help the entire shipping industry go green by 2050.
South Korean travelers are flocking to Shanghai in record numbers, with bookings surging 260% after China introduced visa-free travel. The affordable, cosmopolitan city is becoming a favorite alternative to pricier Japanese destinations.
A Shanghai neurologist discovered a potential Alzheimer's therapy after his 90-year-old mother improved cognitively following ultrasound treatment for a different condition. His trial now tests high-intensity focused ultrasound as a standalone treatment, a promising departure from mainstream research.
Lobing Samson brought Filipino jazz to 1940s Shanghai, mentored Chinese musicians, and helped create Hong Kong's legendary Cantopop sound. His cross-cultural legacy shows how music builds bridges across generations and borders.
Scientists in Shanghai have created a flexible fiber thinner than a human hair that contains a full computer chip. Just one meter of this thread has the processing power of a desktop computer.
A century ago, Chinese women weren't allowed to perform in public. Then a teenage girl named Li Minghui stepped barefoot onto a Shanghai stage and changed music history forever.
Billionaire tech mogul Jensen Huang handed out cash-filled red envelopes worth $90 at a Shanghai street market, but the vendors had no idea who he was. His down-to-earth shopping trip has warmed hearts across China. #
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