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Shanghai authorities arrested a 41-year-old man after an adult novelty item was found hidden in a shared bicycle seat. The incident began when a rider discovered the item, which later vibrated after removal. Police investigation revealed the suspect, visiting Shanghai, placed the item for “psychological stimulation.” The case remains under review.

ByteDance is phasing out third-party AI development software, like Cursor, by June 30th, citing data security concerns. Simultaneously, it’s prioritizing its in-house tool, Trae, which is designed to be an AI-driven coding support system. Trae, already deployed domestically and internationally, offers features like AI-powered code completion and agent-based programming, integrating leading AI models like GPT-4o and Claude-3.5-Sonnet, with a paid subscription available internationally.

CNBC AI News reports on the 2025 “New Tier 1 City Charm Rankings” following established top-tier cities. 15 cities are recognized as “New Tier 1,” including Chengdu, which maintains the top spot. Hefei showed significant improvement, climbing to 11th. The rankings cover a total of 337 cities, categorized into five tiers based on business resources, hub capabilities, citizen activity, economic competitiveness, and future potential.

China Literature, parent of Qidian, has integrated with Tencent’s AI chatbot Yuanbao. This allows users to access Qidian novels directly within Yuanbao, with hyperlinked book titles. Yuanbao enhances the reading experience through AI-powered summaries, mind maps, and jargon explanations. This follows China Literature’s deployment of AI tools like “YueWen MiaoBi” and intelligent search capabilities, including significant growth in AI-translated content on WebNovel, particularly non-English novels.

A viral hashtag, “Your Delivery Rider is Attacking Your Breakfast,” fuels online controversy about food delivery safety. Users report riders compromising orders, from theft to tampering and even contamination. Major platforms like Meituan, JD.com, and Ele.me respond by emphasizing sealed packaging and encouraging customers to report concerns.

A video captures a dramatic off-road racing incident in Linfen, Shanxi province, China, where a Jeep-like vehicle flipped end-over-end after a jump. Despite the significant vehicle damage, the driver, an experienced off-roader, only sustained minor injuries thanks to his helmet and airbags. He aims to replace the totaled car, having owned many vehicles previously. The incident highlights financial risks associated with off-road racing and underscores the distinction between recreational and competitive driving.

Vipshop launches the second phase of its 618 sales tonight, featuring flash deals and deep discounts. Expect limited-time offers on “limited edition” products from top brands, some up to 85% off. Look for value-packed bundles from Burberry, Estée Lauder, and others with price cuts exceeding 20% off. A double discount promotion will run from May 28th to 31st. Flash sales begin tonight at 8 PM with deals on items such as YSL perfume and SK-II masks. Sales continue until June 1st, with all pricing straightforward.

Xiaomi executive Lu Weibing expressed confidence in the SU7 electric vehicle’s market position, citing strong demand and robust sales despite competition. He attributed production constraints to lengthy delivery times. Weibing dismissed concerns about the upcoming YU7 impacting SU7 sales and highlighted shared architecture benefits, emphasizing the SU7’s competitive advantages, with rivals lagging far behind in sales.

SpaceX’s Starship suffered another setback during its ninth test flight. The Super Heavy booster exploded during its descent, and the Starship lost control during re-entry, leading to its destruction over the Indian Ocean. This failed mission, aiming to test re-entry, landing, and reusability, follows previous failures and highlights the complexity of Starship’s development. Key objectives such as thermal protection verification and controlled splashdown were not achieved.

Alibaba’s Tmall is launching the second phase of its 618 sales, focusing on its 88VIP members. Major changes include a simplified 10% discount on all purchases, irrespective of order value. Members receive a bundle of coupons for significant savings. The promotion aims for a frictionless shopping experience, offering a cumulative discount of approximately 23.5% with other existing offers.