The 18th fuel price adjustment of the year is scheduled for 24:00 this Friday, September 11th. Current estimates suggest that gasoline and diesel prices are projected to increase by 160 yuan per tonne and 155 yuan per tonne, respectively.
When converted to retail prices, this would see 92-octane gasoline rise by 0.13 yuan per litre, 95-octane gasoline increase by 0.14 yuan per litre, and 0-diesel climb by 0.13 yuan per litre. For a 50-litre fuel tank, filling up could cost approximately 6.5 to 7 yuan more than before. It is important to note that these estimates are based on institutional calculations, and the final adjustment range will be subject to the official announcement.
Latest Weather
In Wuzhong today, the sky is expected to be cloudy. The morning low temperature will be 22°C, while the daytime high is forecast to reach 28°C.
6G Smartphones on the Horizon
On September 7th, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology issued the "15th Five-Year Plan for the Development of the Information and Communication Industry", proposing to deploy globally leading network infrastructure. The plan calls for launching 6G commercial use at an appropriate time, accelerating research and development of core 6G technologies, and continuing technical trials. It also emphasizes developing equipment such as 6G base stations and core networks, along with 6G smartphones, to strengthen the resilience of the industrial and supply chains.
Breakthrough in AI-Assisted Drug Development
A groundbreaking innovative drug, Isatevir Tablets (brand name: Aipuswei), jointly developed by Westlake University, the Westlake Laboratory, and Westlake Pharmaceuticals (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd., has officially received conditional approval for market launch from the National Medical Products Administration. This medication is designed for the treatment of adults with mild to moderate novel coronavirus infections. Aipuswei represents the first original drug in China to receive market approval with the assistance of artificial intelligence in its development process.
Extended Tax Refund Policy for Home Buyers
The individual income tax refund policy for residents who sell and repurchase homes has been extended until December 31, 2027. If you missed claiming it last year, this is an opportunity not to be missed again: taxpayers who sell their own housing between January 1, 2026, and December 31, 2027, and repurchase a home in the same city within one year of the sale, may apply for a refund of the individual income tax already paid at the time of the sale.
Suzhou's Three-Year Tourism Development Blueprint
Recently, Suzhou has issued its "Three-Year Action Plan for Accelerating the Development of Suzhou as an International Tourism Destination with Jiangnan Water Town Characteristics (2026-2028)". This initiative continues to deepen the construction of a strong tourism city, promote the high-quality and efficient development of Suzhou's cultural tourism industry, and outlines eight major actions with key tasks, drawing a blueprint for the city's cultural and tourism growth.
Deng Yu Cottage: A Historic Hidden Gem
Deng Yu Cottage is located in the northern part of Situ Temple in Guangfu. According to legend, Deng Yu, a famous general of the Eastern Han Dynasty, once lived in seclusion here and personally planted the ancient cypress trees known as "Qing, Qi, Gu, Guai". Within the garden, one can find pavilions, halls, verandas, and bridges, alongside lotus ponds, rockeries, ancient trees, and flourishing flowers, with bamboo groves and plum orchards presenting a classic Jiangnan garden landscape.
Understanding the New Statutory Retirement Age
For inquiries about how the new statutory retirement age is determined, individuals can use official channels such as the National Social Insurance Public Service Platform, the National Human Resources and Social Security Government Service Platform, electronic social security cards (via WeChat/Alipay mini-programs), or the 12333 APP. By entering the "Statutory Retirement Age Calculator" and inputting details like date of birth and gender, one can check the corresponding statutory retirement age and retirement month. According to the "Measures of the State Council on Gradually Delaying the Statutory Retirement Age", starting from January 1, 2030, the minimum contribution period for employees receiving basic pensions on a monthly basis will be gradually increased from fifteen years to twenty years, with an increase of six months each year.
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