China Daily 25th February 2026 Ministry warns schools not to cut physical education classesMinistry warns schools not to cut physical education classes By Zou Shuo The Ministry of Education has launched a "health first" initiative, vowing to crack down on schools that cut physical education classes or confine students indoors during breaks, as new data shows significant improvements in student fitness over the past decade. At a meeting held in Beijing on Wednesday, officials

Xinhua 19th February 2026 Chinese research team develops AI-powered diagnostic system for rare diseases A Chinese research team has developed an AI-powered rare disease diagnostic system called DeepRare, setting a new record for diagnostic accuracy, according to a study published Thursday in the journal Nature. The diagnosis and treatment of rare diseases have long faced challenges in confirming cases without genetic testing, particularly in regions with limited access to suc

China Daily 12th February 2026 Subsidy program boosts care for Gansu seniors Gansu province has launched a monthly elderly care service consumption subsidy program for residents aged 60 and over who have been assessed as moderately, severely or completely disabled, local authorities said. Initiated by the Department of Gansu Provincial Civil Affairs, the program began in January and will run for 12 consecutive months, with the current phase scheduled to conclude on Dec 31. El