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The 2024 Paris Olympics weightlifting champions, Li Fabin (right) and Li Wenwen (left), share their stories at the summit of 12th Straits Youth Day was held in Fuzhou, Fujian province, on Thursday. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

The summit of the 12th Straits Youth Day was held in Fuzhou, Fujian province, on Thursday, attracting 1,100 young people from both sides, including many young people from Taiwan visiting the mainland for the first time.

During the event, young people from both sides shared their stories of seeking employment, starting businesses, and building families to promote mutual learning and exchange.

The summit invited representatives from various fields, including technology workers, athletes, university student leaders, and industry pioneers from both sides. The 2024 Paris Olympics weightlifting champions, Li Fabin and Li Wenwen, shared their stories of fighting to inspire young people from both sides to strive for excellence.



A fencing coach from Taiwan shares his story of working and starting a family on the mainland. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]



Youth from both sides of the Taiwan Strait perform a puppet show during the 12th Straits Youth Day. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]



About 150 primary school students from both sides of the Taiwan Strait participated in a youth jump rope competition to exercise and promote friendship during the 12th Straits Youth Day. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Tourists take photos with the Kanas River, a hot tourism site in northern Altay, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, last month. CHINA DAILY

Thanks to the television series To The Wonder, the scenic tourism prefecture of Altay is gaining fresh momentum in popularity.

In May, the TV series To The Wonder, which tells the story of a youth rediscovering the beauty of her hometown Altay, after failing to make a career in big cities, became a national hit.

The eight-episode show, inspired by essays of contemporary writer Li Juan, featured picturesque sceneries of Altay such as snow-capped mountains, forests, grasslands, deserts, as well as herdsmen lives characterized by seasonal migration to grazing grounds and a strong human touch.

Many viewers see these elements as a relief from intense urban lives and an ideal paradise, and some have taken extra steps to explore the land and feel the charm in person.



Tourists visit the Kanas scenic area in Altay, Xinjiang, last month. DING LEI/XINHUA



A Kazak folk summer solstice gala draws visitors to Altay in June. ARDAK BASHAN/CHINA NEWS SERVICE



Tourists take photos at Hemu village in Altay last month. The village is characterized by the lifestyle of the Tuvas ethnic group. LI RUICHANG/FOR CHINA DAILY

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Tourists take photos at Wucaitan scenic area, which features colorful riverside rocks formed by wind, water and minerals, in Altay last month. LI RUICHANG/FOR CHINA DAILY



Tourists ride horses in Habahe county of Altay, Xinjiang, in June. Horse-riding is a must-do for many tourists visiting Altay. AMAN/XINHUA



Herdsmen drive cattle and sheep to their higher-altitude summer grazing ground in Fuhai county in Altay, Xinjiang, in June. Such seasonal migration, which takes place twice a year, has become an item on many tourists' checklist. LIU XINHAI/FOR CHINA DAILY



Tourists dance at a bonfire party during a Kazak-style summer solstice gala in Altay in June. ARDAK BASHAN/CHINA NEWS SERVICE

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Riders perform an equestrian show during the opening ceremony of the 15th Gesar horse racing festival in Maqu County, Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Gansu Province, Aug. 13, 2024. (Photos/China News Service)







A total of 870 horses in 38 teams from provinces and autonomous regions including Guizhou, Xizang, Sichuan, Qinghai and Gansu will compete in the horse racing festival.

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Lugazo Abubakar Lugazo (L) provides help for a passenger at a metro station in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, Aug. 18, 2024.

Lugazo Abubakar Lugazo, a 30-year-old Tanzanian, is currently pursuing his doctoral degree at Central China Normal University (CCNU) in Wuhan. Alongside his studies, he is also the leader of a volunteer service team composed of international students.

Lugazo's affection for China began during his bachelor's studies in Tanzania. Encouraged by a Chinese teacher at a Confucius Institute, Lugazo embarked on his journey of learning Chinese at CCNU in 2017. On his registration day, Lugazo was moved by the help of volunteers. Resonating with their deeds, he later joined the team to extend his help and kindness to the community.

Among the volunteer activities, Lugazo is especially fond of the English teaching program and always enjoys spending time with children. During his time teaching at a rural school, he spent days building a bond with a shy and reserved child. When he was about to leave, the child unexpectedly gave Lugazo a gift, which deeply touched him.

Living in Wuhan for seven years has fostered a profound connection between Lugazo and the local community, making Wuhan his second hometown. "For me, voluntary service is a way to pay back to the society and appreciate all the people who have helped me throughout my life," Lugazo said.

Looking ahead, Lugazo is optimistic about his future. "I would love to stay in Wuhan after graduation," he said. "If that's not possible, I could return to my hometown and make my contribution to the cooperation between Tanzania and China." (Xinhua/Wu Zhizun)



Lugazo Abubakar Lugazo (L, front) joins a tug-of-war game with children during a voluntary activity in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, May 19, 2024.(Xinhua/Wu Zhizun)





Lugazo Abubakar Lugazo interacts with children during a voluntary activity in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, May 19, 2024.(Xinhua/Hu Jingwen)



Lugazo Abubakar Lugazo (1st R) joins a charity bazaar in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, May 31, 2024.(Xinhua/Wu Zhizun)



Lugazo Abubakar Lugazo (C) poses for a group photo after a running race in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, May 19, 2024.(Xinhua/Hu Jingwen)

Tourists haveing fun at a water park in Fuling District, southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, Aug. 18, 2024. (All photos by Xinhua/Wang Quanchao)

Rexue Dangge (Ode to the Hotblooded Youth), a dance drama by the Hunan Province Song and Dance Theater, was staged in Beijing's Tianqiao Theater on Tuesday and Wednesday. [All Photos provided to chinadaily.com.cn]









With composer Du Ming, director Ma Bo and choreographer Liu Yang, it tells the story behind the national anthem, The March of the Volunteers, and pays tribute to the country's martyrs.

16-year-old Qi Li takes a selfie at the gu zi store, Ciyuan Xiagu, at Beijing's Wangfujing Xiyue Shopping Center. ZOU HONG/CHINA DAILY

Stepping into the second underground floor of Beijing's Wangfujing Xiyue Shopping Center is like entering a teenager's surreal, subterranean wonderland.

Young people are dressed in lovingly crafted outfits — some with cat ears or animal tails — while others wear cosplay costumes mimicking their favorite anime characters. Even on a scorching summer's day when the air hangs heavy, the vibe is electric.

Shops are stocked with anime-themed trinkets and toys, and at the center of the mall, a bustling market sells collections of tin badges, cards, acrylic figurines and other memorabilia.



A young buyer at Ciyuan Jihua, a popular gu zi shop at Huaxi Live, Wukesong, Beijing. ZOU HONG/CHINA DAILY




Young gu zi buyers select products at Ciyuan Xiagu in Beijing. ZOU HONG/CHINA DAILY

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A sightseeing bus stops in front of the iconic Bird's Nest stadium or National Stadium in Beijing, Aug. 18, 2024. (Photo: China News Service/Tian Yuhao)




The Trendy Chaoyang (Bird's Nest-Liangma River Pier) night tour will be launched in Beijing. The 17-kilometer bus tour route allows tourists to enjoy the beautiful night views of Chaoyang's landmark tourist sites including the Bird's Nest, the Water Cube, the Beijing Olympic Tower, the China Science and Technology Museum, the China Arts and Crafts Museum, the China Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum, the Communist Party of China History Exhibition Hall and the Liangma River International Style Waterfront, etc. in an hour trip.