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China’s express delivery volume has ranked first globally for 11 years, processing over 500 million parcels daily. In 2024, central and western China saw express delivery growth rates significantly above the national average, indicating successful strategic investments. The postal sector strengthens the modern circulation system and promotes balanced development. China is enhancing rural delivery logistics, aiming to bridge the urban-rural consumption gap. Xinjiang has achieved universal free e-commerce shipping, boosting agricultural product sales and improving rural residents’ access to online shopping. The sector’s growth also creates local employment opportunities.

On July 19th, a SkyWest Airlines Embraer E175LR, operating as Delta flight DL3788, narrowly avoided a mid-air collision with a B-52 bomber near Minot Air Force Base. Air traffic control instructed the plane to alter course, but the crew spotted the bomber approaching rapidly. An “abrupt turn” averted disaster. Passengers witnessed the near miss. The incident raises concerns about airspace management and coordination, prompting scrutiny of air safety protocols in increasingly congested airspace. The crew was commended for their quick thinking.

A user publicly apologized to NIO after initially taunting their legal department over derogatory online comments. After being threatened with a lawsuit, the user claimed health issues and financial hardship, pleading for leniency and offering to remove the offensive content. He cited sleepless nights, exacerbated tinnitus, and weight loss due to the stress of the lawsuit and inability to afford cross-provincial litigation. He implored NIO to reduce the 1 million RMB claim, citing humanitarian considerations.

Stellantis reported preliminary unaudited H1 2025 results showing €74.3B net revenues but a €2.3B net loss and -€3.0B industrial free cash flow. Q2 global shipments declined 6% to 1.4M units. Results were impacted by €3.3B in charges for program cancellations, platform impairments, and restructuring, plus €0.3B from US tariffs. North American shipments fell 25%. Positive growth was seen in Middle East & Africa (30%) and South America (20%). The company anticipates improvement in H2 2025.

A 22-year-old woman in Chongqing, China, lost nearly ten pounds in six days by strategically choosing stair-climbing food delivery orders. This method, lauded online for its effectiveness, combines income generation with weight loss. Experts note stair climbing can be HIIT, improving cardiovascular health and muscle mass. However, due to knee joint stress, it’s not for everyone. Consulting a doctor or fitness professional for a personalized plan is recommended.

OpenAI’s claim of achieving an IMO gold medal with a new model has sparked controversy. IMO officials and academics criticize the premature announcement as “rude and inappropriate”, as it violates the agreed-upon embargo period. Concerns are raised regarding the legitimacy of OpenAI’s self-proclaimed gold medal, as it was not officially validated by IMO judges; OpenAI was not an official collaborator and their submission was not evaluated by the 91 IMO judges. China secured the top spot in the human competition, highlighting their dominance in the field.

Genentech announced topline results from the Phase IIb ALIENTO and Phase III ARNASA trials evaluating astegolimab for COPD. ALIENTO met its primary endpoint, demonstrating a statistically significant reduction in the annualized exacerbation rate (AER) at 52 weeks. However, ARNASA did not meet its primary endpoint, despite a numerical reduction in AER. Astegolimab’s safety profile remained consistent with prior data. Genentech will discuss the data with regulatory authorities and present it at a future medical meeting. The trials included diverse COPD patients.

Goertek showcased its latest innovations in audio, video, and AI at its inaugural Innovation Conference. A key focus was acoustic solutions for AI glasses, addressing audio quality and user privacy. Goertek presented leak-proof audio technology reducing sound spill and a multi-microphone array with VPU sensor for enhanced noise reduction and speech recognition. Their edge-based audio algorithm libraries and rapid audio effect validation system further demonstrate their R&D capabilities in acoustic innovation. The conference aimed to foster internal collaboration and inspire employee creativity.

Microsoft is shutting down its “Movies & TV” store on Windows and Xbox after 12 years. Users will no longer be able to purchase new digital movies and TV shows. Launched in 2012 to compete with rivals like Apple and Amazon, the service allowed users to rent or buy content across Microsoft’s ecosystem. While new purchases are halted, users can still access previously purchased content. This closure signifies Microsoft’s exit from the direct-to-consumer streaming market, following the earlier termination of its Groove Music streaming service.

TikTok has launched its movie rating feature, allowing users to rate and review films directly on the platform. Early scores for movies like “Jiang Yuan Nong” and “Jurassic World: Rebirth” are surprisingly low. TikTok aims for broad accessibility, genuine feedback, and equitable application. The platform is committed to combating fraudulent score manipulation to ensure impartiality. This initiative seeks to provide diverse cinematic perspectives and disrupt traditional film review methods, offering moviegoers more informed viewing decisions.