🔥 Hot Topics · Jul 29, 2026
Japan earthquake kills 13, shopping center explosion after quake; Kyiv drone show hit by missile, 11 officials killed; hospital pharmacy director helped drug companies sell over 1B yuan drugs; doctor's group chat 'no leave unless someone dies' sparks outrage; 'The King's Guess' drama goes viral newspapers sold for 50 yuan; STAR 50 index drops over 5% chip stocks lead losses; BBA luxury cars slash prices; 40°C heat Coke and iced tea 'unsellable'; young table tennis player punches opponent after loss, official investigation; China responds to US sanctions on research institutes; Typhoon White Dolphin intensifies to super typhoon; Linyi-to-Shanghai 100 yuan bus goes viral.
1. Japan Earthquake Kills 13, Shopping Center Explodes After Quake
Japan earthquake death toll reaches 13. Shopping center explodes after quake with white smoke billowing. Aftershocks terrify children. Shrine collapses, train derails.
2. Kyiv Drone Show Hit by Missile, 11 Officials Killed
Missile strikes Kyiv drone exhibition, killing 11 senior officials and drawing international attention.
3. Hospital Pharmacy Director Helped Drug Companies Sell Over 1B Yuan
Hospital pharmacy director exposed for helping pharmaceutical companies sell over 1 billion yuan worth of drugs, spotlighting healthcare corruption.
4. Doctor's 'No Leave Unless Someone Dies' Message Sparks Outrage
A doctor's group chat message saying 'no temporary leave unless someone dies' sparks widespread outrage, reflecting healthcare worker burnout.
5. 'The King's Guess' Drama Goes Viral, Newspapers Sold for 50 Yuan
TV drama 'The King's Guess' becomes a massive hit, with related newspapers being resold for 50 yuan each amid a collecting frenzy.
6. STAR 50 Index Drops Over 5%, Chip Stocks Lead Losses
STAR 50 index plunges over 5%, with chip stocks leading the decline. CXMT's trillion-yuan IPO wealth distribution draws attention.
7. BBA Luxury Car Brands Slash Prices
BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi all slash prices in a wave of luxury car price cuts, intensifying market competition.
8. 40°C Heat: Coke and Iced Tea Unsellable
Sustained 40°C heat in multiple regions leads to an unusual beverage market phenomenon where traditional bestsellers like Coke and iced tea see sales plummet.
9. Young Table Tennis Player Punches Opponent After Loss, Official Investigation
A young table tennis player punches their opponent after a match loss. Authorities issue an official statement and launch an investigation.
10. China Responds to US Defense Department Sanctions on Research Institutes
China responds to US Defense Department sanctions on Chinese research institutions, stating its firm position and potential countermeasures.
11. Typhoon White Dolphin Intensifies to Super Typhoon
Typhoon White Dolphin rapidly intensifies to super typhoon strength, coastal regions urged to prepare for landfall.
12. Linyi-to-Shanghai 100 Yuan Bus Service Goes Viral
The 100 yuan bus service from Linyi to Shanghai goes viral, attracting massive ridership with its ultra-low fare as a new intercity travel option.
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