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Transportation - The Beijing-Tangshan intercity railway has officially opened, integrating Tangshan into the "one-hour" transportation circle with Beijing, enhancing travel options for passengers and boosting regional economic integration [4][6] - The new Beijing Tongzhou Station is now operational, with travel times to various destinations such as Tangshan (55 minutes) and Yanjiao (11 minutes) [6] - Starting January 6, 2026, Beijing's public transport will undergo optimization, including the introduction of new bus routes and the cancellation of low-traffic lines to improve accessibility [6][8] Education - The Ministry of Education has released new regulations mandating that all preschool children must have a unique student ID that will remain unchanged throughout their educational journey [9][11] - Despite the new regulations, it has been indicated that not having a preschool student ID will not affect a child's ability to enroll in primary school [11] Public Services - The Beijing Spring Water Plant has commenced operations, providing clean water to over 800,000 residents in northern Haidian District, filling a gap in the local water supply [15] - Beijing's market supervision authorities have intensified efforts to crack down on illegal modifications of electric bicycles, resulting in the closure of 18 illegal modification sites and the seizure of 1,356 non-compliant vehicles [17] Tourism - The renovation of the China Great Wall Museum is set to be completed, with the real Great Wall at Badaling becoming the museum's main exhibit, enhancing the tourist experience [19][20] - The historical areas of the Xian Nong Tan have been restored, allowing visitors to experience the ancient rituals of the Ming and Qing dynasties [20] Technology - The "Beijing Brain No. 1" has successfully converted brain signals into Chinese phrases, marking significant progress in brain-machine interface technology, with plans for a sixth implantation [26][27]