Child

A three-year-old boy was fatally struck by a truck in Dali City, Yunnan. The driver claims the child was in his blind spot. Legal experts suggest the driver likely bears primary responsibility for failing to observe the road adequately, despite using signals and honking. The incident highlights the duty of care for drivers in pedestrian-heavy areas.

A social media post sparked debate over the Xinhua Dictionary’s example sentence for “burden,” which reads: “The child is young and has become a burden.” Veteran commentator Hu Xijin agreed the example is inappropriate and should be changed, but cautioned against extreme interpretations like “open hostility towards children,” urging against hyperbole and a harsh social atmosphere.

A 10-year-old boy was rescued after being swept out to sea during a typhoon, highlighting safety concerns amid severe weather in the Hainan Island, Guangdong, and Guangxi provinces experiencing heavy rainfall. Authorities encourage citizens to avoid coastal activities and prepare with evacuation routes and essential supplies. During a storm, sheltering indoors and securing properties are critical for safety.