Wednesday, May 20. Today will be cloudy with showers or thunderstorms, with temperatures ranging from 22°C to 29°C. A brief break from precipitation is expected tomorrow, but rain will return later on the 22nd. Looking ahead, overcast and rainy conditions will dominate the weather pattern. While temperatures will remain relatively stable, expect frequent transitions to rainy weather rather than constant downpours. It is advisable to keep rain gear handy during this period and plan your schedule based on the latest forecasts.
Local News: On the 20th, the Zhejiang City Football League (Wuyue Cup) match for 2026 will feature an away game for the Ningbo team against the Hangzhou team. This pivotal match, which will determine the league leader, is set to be the highlight of this round.
Ningbo has launched multiple direct shuttle services to scenic areas, covering three main themes: ancient town tours, temple blessings, and outdoor exploration. These routes include popular destinations such as Shaoxing, Suzhou, and Huzhou, with ticket prices starting as low as 69 yuan.
Recently, the renewal and renovation project for the area south of Wanda in the Yuelin Subdistrict, Fenghua District, has entered the piling foundation construction phase. In the future, this area will be developed into an urban park integrating ecological landscapes and public services.
The Ministry of Education recently released the latest results of undergraduate program approvals and filings for 2026. Ningbo University has been approved to add four undergraduate programs: Intelligent Science and Technology, Robotics Engineering, Smart Fisheries, and Football Sports. Notably, the Smart Fisheries program is included in the Ministry of Education’s undergraduate program directory for the first time, making Ningbo University the first institution in the country to offer this major.
The Sixth Ningbo "Eastern Fantasy" Hydrangea Exhibition will be open to the public from May 20 to June 10 at the Ningbo Garden Museum & Green Island Park.
National and International News: On May 19, the Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy organized the Liaoning aircraft carrier battle group to conduct exercises in relevant waters of the Western Pacific, including long-range tactical flights and live-fire drills.
Starting May 19, the Beijing-Zhangjiakou high-speed rail line officially began piloting a "Bike-on-Board" service, allowing passengers to bring bicycles on board.
On May 19, the National Healthcare Security Administration and the Ministry of Finance issued a notice establishing a whitelist system for personal account payments at designated retail pharmacies. The notice clarifies that items such as rice, flour, cooking oil, cosmetics, and medical-grade masks cannot be paid for using medical insurance.
On May 18, foreign ministers from ten countries, including Turkey, Bangladesh, and Brazil, issued a joint statement expressing the "strongest condemnation" of Israel's renewed attack on the "Global Resilience Fleet."
On May 19, local time, the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority issued a notice stating that its airspace will remain closed to Indian aircraft. This closure is set to last until June 24.
On May 18, the U.S. Department of State announced its approval of two projects for the sale of military helicopters and armed helicopter upgrades to South Korea, with a total value exceeding $4 billion.
According to Thai media reports on May 19, the Thai cabinet approved the cancellation of the 60-day visa-free entry policy for citizens of over 90 countries, reverting to the previous entry standards.
Finance: According to statistics from Ningbo Customs, in April of this year, automobile exports through the Ningbo port reached 5.27 billion yuan, with new energy vehicles accounting for 82.9% of the total, making them the core "engine" of automobile exports.
Recently, six parties, including Dongfeng Motor Group, Stellantis Group, and Dongfeng Peugeot Citroën Automobile Co., Ltd., signed a cooperation agreement. The agreement involves a planned total investment of over 8 billion yuan to restart the localization project for the Jeep brand.
On May 19, Yangtze Memory Technologies Co., Ltd. initiated its IPO counseling. It is reported that the company, with a valuation of 160 billion yuan, has become the highest-valued new unicorn in the semiconductor industry.
Sports and Culture: The China Team Ningbo sailing team secured second place in the 2026 Shanghai Cruise Port International Sailing Regatta.
On May 18, Beijing time, in the final of the first Asian U16 Women's Handball Championship, the Chinese U16 women's handball team defeated Uzbekistan 42:25, winning the championship with an undefeated record of seven matches.
The 2026 FIVB Volleyball Nations League will commence in June. As the host, the Chinese women's volleyball team will participate in sub-tournament matches in Nanjing and Hong Kong, among others. The team's 30-player roster has been officially announced.
Lifestyle: As people reach middle age, their metabolism slows down, making it easier for fat to accumulate not only in the abdomen but also in the hips and thighs. While a slim waist and slender legs are often pursued as ideal body shapes, traditional Chinese medicine views the hips and thighs as vital "reservoirs" for the body's qi and blood. Overemphasizing thinness can deplete the spleen and kidneys, undermining the foundation of health.
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