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In Sichuan province's Zigong, the 32nd Zigong International Lantern Festival opened ahead of the Lunar New Year, featuring more than 200 handmade lanterns and grand-scale displays—such as a 210-meter "Magical China" Kunpeng and a 180-meter "Legend of Mulan"—crafted by about 1,200 workers using straw, chilies and recycled bottles to symbolize good fortune and guidance as the Year of the Horse begins.
A newly opened 758-meter bridge in Sichuan, China, collapsed after cracks and a landslide, but no casualties were reported. The bridge was part of a highway connecting Sichuan and Tibet in a seismically active area, highlighting ongoing infrastructure development in mountainous regions.
A newly constructed 2,487-foot-long bridge in Sichuan, China, partially collapsed due to a landslide, with no casualties reported. The bridge, part of a national highway connecting Sichuan and Tibet, was closed after cracks appeared, and the collapse was captured in social media videos. The cause is under investigation, amid China's recent focus on infrastructure development.
A section of the newly built Hongqi Bridge in Sichuan, China, partially collapsed due to a landslide, with no casualties reported. The bridge, opened in April and part of a major highway, was under scrutiny after cracks and instability were previously identified, raising concerns about safety in rapid infrastructure development. The collapse highlights ongoing safety issues in China's ambitious construction projects.
A newly constructed 758-meter highway bridge in Sichuan, China, collapsed after landslides and structural issues were detected, but no casualties occurred as it was already closed for safety inspections.
A section of the newly opened Hongqi Bridge in Sichuan, China, collapsed into a river following a landslide caused by geological instability, with no casualties reported. The incident highlights ongoing challenges with landslides affecting infrastructure in the region.
A section of National Highway 317 in Sichuan collapsed due to a mountain slope failure, but no casualties were reported thanks to timely emergency measures and traffic control; the highway remains closed with detours in place.
34 giant panda cubs bred in 2023 made a group appearance at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding and the Shenshuping base of the China Conservation and Research Center for Giant Panda in Sichuan, China. Staff members interacted with the adorable cubs during the event, showcasing the successful breeding efforts of the China Conservation and Research Center for Giant Panda.