The Shantou Meteorological Observatory issued its morning weather forecast at 05:00 on April 11, 2026. Conditions for today, from daytime to night, are expected to be partly cloudy to sunny with occasional (light) fog in the morning and evening. A southwesterly wind of force 3-4 is anticipated, with temperatures ranging between 24-30°C and relative humidity of 60-90%. In the coastal waters near Shantou, expect partly cloudy to sunny skies with occasional (light) fog in the morning and evening, accompanied by a southwesterly wind of force 4-5, gusting to force 6.
**Local Focus** ● At 19:30 tonight, the third round of the Guangdong Basketball Association regular season will feature a heated match between the Shantou team and the Jieyang team at the Shantou Zhengda Stadium. The game will be broadcast live on platforms including Shantou Ganlantai and the Shantou Release video channel. The organizers have introduced various public services such as free parking, shuttle buses, an outdoor LED viewing area, and complimentary drinking water. Spectators must present their ID cards for real-name entry. On-site, there will be lucky draws for special local prizes like marinated goose heads, offering fans a dual experience of thrilling sports action and authentic Chaoshan cuisine.
● On April 10, ahead of the eleventh National Security Education Day, the "Chaoren Chaoyu Talks Rule of Law – 'Rule of Law Benefits the People Stage' Teochew Opera Legal Popularization Event" was held at the Shantou Laoma Gong Stage. The event was jointly organized by multiple departments including the Shantou Municipal National Security Office, the Municipal Law Popularization Office, and the Municipal Justice Bureau, with support from the Municipal Lawyers Association and the Municipal Cultural Center. The activity integrated the nationally recognized intangible cultural heritage of Teochew opera with national security legal education, using traditional Teochew music and performances to convey legal stories and promote national security concepts, providing a unique cultural and legal feast for residents and tourists.
● Recently, the 2026 "Eaton Cup" Science and Technology Innovation Festival opened at the Sangpu Mountain Campus of Shantou University. This event is a key initiative by the College of Engineering and Jingyi College to deepen collaborative education, forming a platform that integrates professional education, innovative practice, and social services. Spanning nearly two months, the festival engages the entire university community and extends to primary and secondary schools, local communities, and science museums, benefiting an estimated 6,000 participants. Through five main components—competitions, lectures, and volunteer services—the event aims to bring university-level science and technology into the wider community, injecting youthful energy and technological innovation into local development.
**National Highlights** ● **Rising Entry-Exit Data Boosts Spring Travel Appeal in China** On April 10, the National Immigration Administration released data showing that in the first quarter of 2026, a total of 185 million entry and exit trips were recorded nationwide, a 13.5% year-on-year increase. This includes 21.333 million trips by foreign nationals, up 22.3% year-on-year. The steadily climbing entry-exit figures highlight the growing appeal of "China Travel" during the spring season.
● **Cyberspace and Railway Authorities Issue Joint Warnings to Ticket Platforms** Recently, in accordance with the Cybersecurity Law and the Regulations on the Security Protection of Critical Information Infrastructure, the Cyberspace Administration of China and the National Railway Administration jointly summoned seven third-party internet platforms involved in train ticket sales, including Ctrip, Tongcheng, Qunar, Fliggy, Meituan, Zhixing Train Tickets, and Gaotie Guanja. The authorities demanded that these platforms strictly comply with cybersecurity laws and regulations, prohibiting the use of automated programs for large-scale, high-frequency ticket grabbing that could interfere with the security verification measures of the official 12306 railway platform, and must not disrupt or endanger its safe and stable operation.
**International News** ● **Strait Toll Rights Emerge as Key Issue in US-Iran Talks** Iran and the United States are set to hold their first round of talks in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan. Analysts suggest that Iran's right to charge fees for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz will be a central point of contention in these negotiations. On April 9, former US President Donald Trump voiced his opposition on social media, demanding that Iran refrain from imposing tolls on strait passage.
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