Let's Meet - Episode 195
Lift Off! Chongqing
Last year, the “Dynamic Chongqing” drone light show over the city’s Two Rivers and Four Banks drew global attention, with figures such as Elon Musk and Stephen Curry praising it on their social media. Behind the dazzling spectacle lies meticulous choreography and strong technological support that made the performance a global sensation. In this episode of Bridging News, let’s go behind the scenes of this remarkable drone show.
Imagination and Action Build the Future
As the age of artificial intelligence arrives, data and computing power are becoming key resources. In this Dialogue, we speak with Oxford professor Viktor Mayer-Schönberger, often called the “father of big data.” We explore why data matters more than ever, and where human value lies as AI becomes a new productive force. Let’s step into this conversation about the future.
Vintage Rhythm in a Modern City
In Chongqing’s fast-paced urban life, a group of young people has chosen to slow down. They express themselves through swing dance from the 1920s. In this episode of iChongqing, we visit Chongqing’s first Swing Dance community and follow their steps to experience a different side of the city.
Chongqing in the Global Spotlight
Last week, during the National Two Sessions, media outlets paid extensive attention to Chongqing's initiatives and achievements in areas such as inland opening-up, economic development, and livelihood security. Hong Kong's Ta Kung Pao, Ta Kung Wen Wei Net, and China Daily published a series of reports focusing on Chongqing's proactive efforts and practical outcomes in implementing national strategies. Meanwhile, the news of a 13-year-old from Chongqing winning a world street dance championship also garnered significant attention from international media. Outlets including Agence France-Presse (AFP), Associated Press (AP), and Yahoo! Finance published multilingual reports, highlighting not only the championship story but also the Chinese cultural elements showcased in his dance. In the fields of ecology and technology, Xinhua News Agency focused on ecological and environmental protection along the Yangtze River, showcasing Chongqing's notable achievements in ecological conservation and governance. China Daily reported on autonomous driving technology, covering the future direction and development trends of the sector from the perspectives of technological application and industrial layout.
