Tomorrow: Cloudy to overcast with northerly winds of force 2-3. Temperature: 9°C to 20°C. On the following day (7:00-21:00), vehicles with license plate numbers ending in 3 and 8 will be restricted from driving in Zhengzhou.
National scenic spots are offering various free admission promotions. Visitors with the surnames "Qian" or "Fan" can enter Huazhou Academy for free, while those with the surname "Wang" enjoy free access to Tianmu Lake. Individuals born in the Year of the Horse, with the surname "Ma," or whose names contain the character "Ma" can receive free admission at multiple locations. Wearing Hanfu also grants free entry to Fuqi Mountain Fengquan Lake and Shenxianju. Check details to see which offer applies to you.
The State Council has issued the "Opinions on Promoting the Expansion and Quality Improvement of the Service Industry," setting a goal for the sector's total scale to exceed 100 trillion yuan by 2030 and cultivate more "China Service" brands.
The call sign for welcoming heroes home has been announced. The remains of 12 Chinese People's Volunteers martyrs from the 13th batch will return from South Korea tomorrow. On April 21, the Air Force disclosed that the Y-20B transport aircraft, using the call sign "Ronggui 50," will bring the heroes home, accompanied by J-20 fighter jets under the call sign "Red Eagle."
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs responded to Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae's offering of a "Sakaki" tribute to the Yasukuni Shrine, which enshrines Class-A war criminals from World War II, under the title of "Prime Minister." China has lodged solemn representations and strong protests with Japan.
The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology announced plans to accelerate the large-scale commercial use of 5G-A and systematically advance research and development in cutting-edge technologies such as 6G and the next-generation internet.
Domestic fuel prices have been reduced for the first time this year. Effective April 21 at 24:00, retail prices for gasoline and diesel decreased by 555 yuan and 530 yuan per ton, respectively. On average, the price per liter of 92-octane gasoline, 95-octane gasoline, and 0-grade diesel dropped by 0.44 yuan, 0.46 yuan, and 0.45 yuan. Filling a 50-liter tank with 92-octane gasoline will now cost 22 yuan less.
Consumers are advised to exercise caution when using "Pin Dou," a popular DIY toy. Recent safety incidents, including child fatalities and burns, have prompted the China Consumers Association to issue warnings: purchase rationally and avoid unverified products; ensure proper ventilation during use; and supervise children closely.
WeChat Pay is now available in five countries. As of April 21, South Korea's ZeroPay, Sri Lanka's LANKAQR, Thailand's PromptPay, Malaysia's DuitNow QR, and Singapore's SGQR+ (with NETS and WeChat Pay logos) have integrated with WeChat Pay, allowing direct QR code payments. During the May Day holiday, users in South Korea can enjoy favorable exchange rates when scanning ZeroPay codes.
Huang Dafa has been sentenced to death. In a first-instance ruling, Huang Dafa and 11 others were convicted of organizing, leading, or participating in a mafia-style gang. Huang received the death penalty, while the others were sentenced to prison terms ranging from 13 years to two years and two months.
The "Shanghai 3-year-old boy abused to death by his father's girlfriend" case concluded with a first-instance verdict: Zhao Yudie received a death sentence with a two-year reprieve. No evidence indicated the biological father's involvement, concealment, or condonation of the abuse. The boy's mother stated the defendant claimed she "could not help herself" during the trial.
An official通报 addressed the "Linyi court staff's spouse acquiring bank debt of 60 million yuan at a low price." A joint investigation team has been formed, and any issues identified will be handled seriously in accordance with regulations.
The "no backpacks for day students, only plastic bags allowed" policy in Hubei Songzi was clarified: the rule was implemented after prohibited items were brought onto campus, posing safety risks. The school has been ordered to rectify the measure.
Zhengzhou issued new guidelines allowing enterprise-built public rental housing to be converted into resettlement homes. The policy aims to address vacancy and management issues, ensuring resource utilization, asset preservation, and balanced interests.
Zhengzhou introduced ten preferential measures for "craftsman talents," including specific benefits to enhance their status and treatment.
The enrollment period for the 2026 "Zhengzhou Yihui Bao" insurance program closes on April 30. Eligible residents are reminded to enroll promptly to avoid missing out on medical benefits.
During the 2026 May Day holiday, Henan expressways will be toll-free for seven-seat and smaller vehicles from May 1, 0:00, to May 5, 24:00. Travel peaks are expected on May 1, with advisories to avoid congestion on April 30 afternoon, May 1 morning, and May 5 afternoon.
Lu Xiwang was appointed vice mayor and acting mayor of Xinyang City on April 21, following the acceptance of Chen Zhiwei's resignation.
Snowfall occurred in Henan's Han Mountain Scenic Area on April 21, covering the ground in white.
Former national table tennis player Zhang Yudong announced his return to competition, registering with the Sichuan team and aiming for opportunities in the French or German leagues.
The 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards were held in Madrid, with Spanish tennis player Carlos Alcaraz and Belarusian Aryna Sabalenka winning Best Male and Female Athlete. Chinese freestyle skier Eileen Gu and Serbian Novak Djokovic co-hosted.
A McDonald's in Dalian posted a "no makeup" notice after cosplayers crowded the store during holidays, affecting other customers. Staff cited the location's unique circumstances as the reason.
An Iranian oil tanker broke through a U.S. naval blockade with support from the Iranian Navy and docked at an Iranian port on April 20. Iran resumed domestic flights on April 22 after a 50-day suspension.
The U.S. Department of Defense reported 415 American personnel injured in military actions against Iran since February 28, with the death toll remaining at 13.
Japan revised its weapons export rules, now permitting the export of lethal weapons under certain conditions.
Tim Cook will step down as Apple CEO on September 1, transitioning to executive chairman, with Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering John Ternus taking over.
In Rio de Janeiro, a police anti-drug operation led to a shootout, trapping over 200 tourists until the situation was secured.
Russia's Chief of General Staff stated that forces have fully gained control of the Luhansk region.
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