The Beijing Hour China's total length of rural roads enough to circle equator over 110 times: white paper
Nov 29, 2024
Tensions escalate as Israel and Hezbollah accuse each other of ceasefire violations. A fascinating white paper reveals that China's rural road network could circle the equator over 110 times! Meanwhile, Australia pioneers a new law prohibiting children under 16 from social media, aiming to safeguard youth. The discussions also touch upon critical developments in global conflicts, space education initiatives, and the importance of biodiversity conservation in China's Yunnan province.
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China's Extensive Rural Roads
- China's rural roads now exceed 4.6 million kilometers.
- This length could circle the Earth's equator over 115 times.
Shenyang Honors Fallen Soldiers
- Shenyang held a burial ceremony for 43 Chinese soldiers.
- These soldiers died in the Korean War and their remains were recently returned by South Korea.
Australia's Social Media Ban
- Australia has passed a law banning children under 16 from social media.
- This law aims to protect young Australians online, with hefty fines for non-compliant platforms.