On the night of September 30, students at Anhui Normal University were preparing to sleep when social media suddenly exploded. Screenshots began circulating on Weibo: a student card balance had mysteriously increased by 150 yuan. No prior notice, no official announcement—even the counselors looked puzzled. Within minutes, dormitory buildings went from silence to chaos. “I got it...

Recently, a netizen in Feidong, Hefei, Anhui Province, posted false content on a short-video platform claiming that an “earthquake occurred in Feidong.” The fabricated information quickly spread, disrupted social order, and caused public panic, leading to negative social impact. In addition, another account posted online claiming that an “earthquake had occurred in Nanle,...

On September 28, 2025, Meituan officially opened its Xiaoxiang Supermarket instant retail project in Shushan District, Hefei. The launch event, held at Huadi Financial Center, was attended by Shushan District officials and Meituan executives. The supermarket aims to combine online and offline services to provide fast, convenient delivery of groceries and daily essentials. As part of the...

Chikungunya Outbreak in Guangdong Province, China – September 21–27, 2025 On September 28, 2025, the Guangdong Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that from 0:00 on September 21 to 24:00 on September 27, a total of 3,153 locally transmitted Chikungunya cases were recorded in the province. No severe or fatal cases have been reported. Case Distribution...

Hefei Metro Launches Themed Trains: “Opera in Anhui · Shining Hefei” On September 28, 2025, Hefei Metro officially launched themed trains on three subway lines simultaneously, under the cultural initiative “百戏入皖・星耀合肥” (literally “Hundreds of Operas Enter Anhui · Shining Hefei”). A Moving Stage of Anhui Culture The themed trains are designed to...

Sanya Schools to Suspend Classes on September 28 Due to Typhoon Koinu On September 27, the Sanya Municipal Education Bureau announced that, due to the impact of this year’s 20th typhoon Koinu, heavy rain and localized torrential rain are expected in the city on September 28. To ensure the safety of all students, authorities have decided: Boarding school students will not return to campus...

This Saturday, September 27, Anhui TV will host the 2025 Mid-Autumn Concert at the Hefei Sports Center Stadium from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. With thousands of attendees expected, local authorities have announced several temporary traffic control measures to ensure public safety and smooth operations. Expats living in or visiting Hefei are advised to take note of the following information. Road...

 A magnitude 5.6 earthquake jolted Longxi County in Dingxi City, Gansu Province, at 5:49 a.m. today, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC). The tremor originated at a depth of 10 kilometers. The epicenter was monitored at 34.91 degrees north latitude and 104.58 degrees east longitude. The epicenter is approximately 12 kilometers from Zhang County, 12 kilometers from...

Hefei Metro will adjust operating times and train intervals during the upcoming National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday to better serve passenger demand. Extended Operating Hours From September 30 to October 8, all Hefei Metro lines will follow the Friday and weekend schedule for last trains. On Lines 1, 4, and 5, the last train from Hefei South Railway Station will depart at 23:55, while...

A recent routine health examination for a 61-year-old retired bus driver, Mr. Zhao, has revealed the severe cardiovascular consequences of a long-term dietary habit, serving as a cautionary tale for public health. Case Summary The patient, Mr. Zhao, presented for a comprehensive physical check-up after reporting occasional non-specific symptoms, including mild dizziness. The examination yielded...