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New DNA storage tech aims for 215,000 TB per gram goal — writes to the 'epi-bits' of existing DNA with movable-type-based method

Peking University researchers recently published their study outlining a new method for encoding data on DNA strands. Rather than traditional methods which create new strands "de novo", this method uses a movable-type system based on DNA methylation which can encode data on existing strands.

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Chinese scientists claim carbon nanotube transistor breakthrough — AI performance boosts from Gate All Around design

Chinese scientists build TPU based on carbon nanotube GAA transistors.

Tom’s Hardware

Yarlung Tsangpo: The deepest canyon on land hides a tree taller than the Statue of Liberty

The Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon is Earth's largest terrestrial canyon, stretching 314 miles long and almost 20,000 feet from top to bottom at its deepest point in the Tibet Autonomous Region.

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A vocational school student stuns China by besting university competitors in a math contest

A 17-year-old vocational school student from rural China has become a celebrity on Chinese social media after getting into the final round of a math competition, beating many others from elite universities while raising questions about the education system

The Independent UK

Yellen Emphasizes Cooperation In China Visit

U.S. Treasury Secretary Yellen meets with Chinese Premier Li in Beijing to discuss cooperation and address trade concerns, emphasizing the importance of op...

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Tiny galaxies that had their stars stolen could be a 'missing link' in cosmic evolution

More than 100 observed galaxies are being disrupted and stripped of their outer layers, transforming them into fossil-dense, ultra-compact dwarf galaxies.

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Former Chinese PM Li Keqiang dies of heart attack

Former Premier Li Keqiang, China’s top economic official for a decade, died Friday of a heart attack. He was 68.

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This Tidally Locked Super-Earth May Explain Mysteries in Our Solar System

The exoplanet LHS 3844b is warmer than it should be, and figuring out why could help explain some of the weird quirks of our own solar system.

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China's 'full-time children' move back in with parents, take on chores as good jobs grow scarce

A record of more than one in five young Chinese are out of work, their career ambitions derailed by a depressed job market as the economy struggles to regain momentum after its long bout with COVID-19

The Independent UK

60 diseases and conditions linked to drinking alcohol like beer and wine - from cancer to epilepsy

Researchers have analysed data identifying that alcohol increases the risk of around 61 diseases and conditions - some of which were never previously linked to boozing

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Full list of 60 diseases linked to drinking alcohol - including ulcers and cataracts

Researchers analysed data from half a million men living in China and found that alcohol increases the risk of 61 diseases, including many non-fatal conditions not previously linked to booze consumption

Daily Mirror

Drinking alcohol weekly linked to 61 different diseases including several new ones

A new study from Oxford Population Health and Peking University has found that regularly consuming alcoholic beverages increases the risk of over 60 different diseases

Daily Mirror

Asia’s tallest known tree found hidden in Tibet

335-foot-tall tree found in region with one of the highest height and distribution density of giant trees

The Independent UK

World's deepest canyon is home to Asia's tallest tree - and Chinese scientists only just found it

At 335 feet (102 meters) in height, the enormous newly-discovered cypress tree — which was found in a forest in Tibet — would tower over the Statue of Liberty.

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Ding Liren | Chinese checkmate

The Hindu profiles: Ding Liren | Chinese checkmate

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Burned out by COVID, Chinese professionals take up nomadic life: 'I wasted so much time'

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Chu Fei thought she was doing everything right in life.

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Earth's inner core slows down

Earth's inner core has slowed down — or is perhaps even lagging. Here's what this means for life on the surface

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China's COVID cases may have hit 900 million. What's headed our way?

Over the weekend, Peking University released a study that estimated 900 million Chinese had been infected with COVID up until January 11, representing 64% of the population.

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Analysis-As economy stutters, China's youth seek safety of civil service

As a physics student at the elite Peking University in Beijing, Lynn Lau was expecting big Chinese private sector companies to scour the campus this summer for upcoming talent.

The Independent UK

Peking University locked down as China virus cases grow

Chinese authorities locked down a major university in Beijing on Wednesday after finding one COVID-19 case as they stick to a “zero-COVID” approach despite growing public discontent

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Xi Jinping seeks his third term leading the Chinese Communist Party, while Li Keqiang retires after a decade in his shadow

With the 20th Congress of the Chinese Communist Party just around the corner, Xi Jinping is seeking a third term. But the second-most powerful man in China is staring down the barrel of retirement, after a decade in Xi's shadow.

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Study: Consuming moderate quantity of eggs can boost heart-friendly, healthy metabolites in blood

According to recent studies published in the 'eLife' journal, consuming a moderate quantity of eggs might be beneficial for increasing the number of metabolities in the blood, which are good for the heart.

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Shanghai enters post-lockdown life, but China's COVID-zero policy will haunt the younger generation

From unemployment to lockdowns, China's young people are facing intense challenges, and the pressure is on Xi Jinping to fix the situation before the birth rate plummets any further.

The New Daily

Cracking the case: Why eggs are good for your heart

People who eat an egg a day are protected against cardiovacular heart disease. Eggs are high in 'good cholesterol' and prevent blockages that cause strokes.

The Guardian - UK

‘Do whatever it takes’: Beijing urged to act as China’s economy falters

Attempts to boost flagging GDP growth hindered by Covid lockdowns, Ukraine war and Sino-US tensions

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