Core Viewpoint - The article narrates the harrowing experiences of a family during the Japanese occupation of Shanghai, focusing on the life of Betty Barr, who was imprisoned in a concentration camp and later became a peace advocate, sharing her story to highlight the importance of peace and the fragility of human civilization [33]. Group 1: Historical Context - The family of Betty Barr, a child born in Shanghai in 1933, faced unimaginable hardships during the Japanese invasion, leading to their imprisonment in a concentration camp [2][3]. - On December 8, 1941, following the Pearl Harbor incident, the Japanese forces quickly occupied the Shanghai International Settlement, leading to the internment of over 6,000 foreign nationals in various camps [4]. Group 2: Life in the Concentration Camp - Betty Barr and her family were taken to the Longhua concentration camp in April 1943, where they endured over 800 days of deprivation, fear, and violence [4][9]. - The camp had strict regulations, and prisoners were assigned numbers instead of names, with Betty's being "22/228" [7][11]. - Food supplies dwindled significantly over time, with records indicating that by spring 1945, meals were reduced to minimal rations, leading to severe malnutrition among the inmates [9][11]. Group 3: Aftermath and Legacy - The family regained their freedom on August 15, 1945, when Japan surrendered, marking the end of their ordeal [13]. - Betty Barr later moved to the United States for education and returned to Shanghai in 1984, where she became a teacher and co-authored a book to share her experiences [15][20]. - In her later years, she actively engaged with students, emphasizing the importance of peace and the lessons learned from her past [25][30].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the heroic act of Shakhnaz, a Russian student at Huzhou Normal University, who saved an elderly person from drowning in Shaoxing, showcasing her bravery and commitment to helping others [1][3]. Group 1: Background of Shakhnaz - Shakhnaz came to China in 2016 with a passion for Chinese language education and has excelled academically, passing the HSK Level 4 exam [3]. - She has developed a deep interest in traditional Chinese culture, particularly martial arts, and has actively participated in the university's martial arts team [3][4]. Group 2: Achievements in Martial Arts - Shakhnaz has won multiple awards in martial arts competitions, including second place in the college women's dragon dance and creative dragon dance categories at the Zhejiang Province Dragon and Lion Championship in 2024 [4]. - She has also been a core member of the international student lion dance team, performing at various cultural events [4]. Group 3: Community Engagement - Known affectionately as "Si Mao," Shakhnaz is well-liked among her peers for her friendly demeanor and willingness to help, often participating in lion dance performances for weddings and other celebrations [4]. - She takes on responsibilities within the martial arts team, assisting with equipment repairs and supporting teammates in need [4]. Group 4: Future Aspirations - Having recently completed her undergraduate studies in Chinese language education, Shakhnaz plans to pursue a master's degree in sports at the same university, aiming to deepen her expertise in Chinese martial arts [6]. - She expresses a desire to serve as a cultural bridge between China and her home country, promoting cultural exchange through her knowledge and experiences [6].

恭王府博物馆社教部馆员赵京作为实习机构代表发言，她回顾了往届港澳实习生与恭王府结下的深厚友 谊与感人故事，鼓励同学们用心体会北京的城市底蕴，期待大家在未来成为中华文化的传播者与连接 者。 今年的实践活动为期4周，实习机构涵盖故宫博物院、中国国家博物馆、中国国家话剧院、中国美术 馆、恭王府博物馆等15家文博及文旅单位，岗位涉及公共教育、展览策划、演出运营、文创设计等多个 领域。活动还将安排实地参访与集中分享，持续为港澳青年搭建文化交流与实习锻炼的平台。 "我想通过参加实习、学以致用，做增进内地与港澳文化交流的使者""希望在京期间多走走多看看，多 角度体会中华文化的深厚底蕴"……在近日于北京举行的2025年港澳大学生文化实践活动启动仪式上， 港澳大学生们纷纷表达了自己的期待与心愿。 本次活动由文旅部港澳台办、全国青联秘书处、香港中联办青年工作部、澳门中联办教育与青年工作 部、香港青年联会、澳门基金会共同主办，中国对外文化集团有限公司下属中国文化国际旅行社有限公 司承办。各主办单位、实习机构、参与实习港澳学生共计80余人出席开幕仪式。 开幕式上，中国对外文化集团有限公司副总经理郑秀全致辞表示，港澳大学生文化实践活动 ...

Core Points - The Hong Kong Palace Museum and the Egyptian Supreme Council of Antiquities signed a cooperation agreement to launch a special exhibition titled "Ancient Egyptian Civilization Exhibition: Treasures from the Egyptian Museum" in November 2025 [1] - The exhibition will feature 250 precious artifacts from seven major museums in Egypt, marking their first appearance in Hong Kong and many being showcased outside Egypt for the first time [1] - This exhibition will be the largest, most comprehensive, and longest-running exhibition of ancient Egyptian treasures in Hong Kong's history, running from November 20, 2025, to August 31, 2026 [1] Exhibition Details - The exhibition will be divided into four sections: "The Realm of the Pharaohs," "The Legend of Tutankhamun," "Secrets of Saqqara," and "Ancient Egypt and the World" [1] - Artifacts will include statues, reliefs, stelae, gold ornaments, large sets of mummified coffins, and animal mummies, dating from approximately 7300 years ago to 2000 years ago [1] - The artifacts will come from notable institutions such as the Egyptian National Museum, Luxor Museum, and Suez Museum, as well as recent discoveries from the Saqqara archaeological site [1] Cultural Exchange - The Secretary-General of the Egyptian Supreme Council of Antiquities expressed the hope to share the rich connotations, mysterious charm, and historical relics of ancient Egyptian civilization with audiences in Hong Kong and globally [2] - The CEO of the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority highlighted that this exhibition represents an excellent opportunity to present ancient Egyptian civilization to both local and international audiences, marking an important milestone in cultural exchange between China and Egypt [2]

Core Viewpoint - The "Song Rhythm Hangzhou" food culture promotion event successfully took place in Verona, Italy, showcasing the integration of Hangzhou's Song culture and local cuisine, emphasizing food as a cultural bridge between China and Italy [13]. Group 1: Event Overview - The event was organized by the Hangzhou Municipal Bureau of Commerce and featured speeches from local officials, highlighting the importance of food in fostering mutual understanding and friendship between the two countries [13]. - A plaque was awarded to a local restaurant in Verona, recognizing it as a "Promotion Service Point for Hangzhou Cuisine Internationalization" [13]. Group 2: Culinary Highlights - The culinary exchange team, led by Chinese chef Wang Zhenghong, created innovative dishes that combined high-quality Italian ingredients with traditional Hangzhou cooking techniques [14]. - Signature dishes included a version of "Lotus Leaf Chicken" that incorporated Italian chicken and black truffle, and a unique take on "Cod Fish Lion's Head" that blended cod and sea bass [14]. - The "West Lake Landscape" cold dish visually represented Hangzhou's West Lake, providing a dual sensory experience of taste and aesthetics [14]. Group 3: Cultural Exchange - Tea artist Zhou Jinyu performed a traditional Song Dynasty tea ceremony, illustrating the philosophical and artistic aspects of Eastern tea culture [15]. - The event attracted many Italian friends with ties to Hangzhou, who expressed appreciation for the evolution and internationalization of Hangzhou cuisine [17]. - The event was seen as a profound cultural and industry exchange, strengthening emotional connections and friendships between the two nations [17].

西澳大利亚博物馆首席执行官亚历克·科尔斯表示，此次展览将是澳中两国文化合作的一个重要范 例，将加深澳民众对中国和中国文化的理解，促进西澳大利亚州与中国在经贸和文化等领域的交流。 西澳大利亚州创意产业部长西蒙娜·麦格克在开幕式上说，展品中有一件天鹅造型的青铜器，而黑 天鹅是西澳大利亚州的象征，展品中包括这件文物对西澳大利亚州来说意义非凡。 中国驻珀斯总领事龙定斌表示，这次展览将进一步拉紧中澳人文纽带、深化文明对话，为两国人民 相知相亲注入新动能，为推动构建人类命运共同体贡献新力量。 本次展览由陕西省文物局主办，西澳大利亚博物馆与陕西省文物交流中心、秦始皇帝陵博物院联合 举办。展览将于本月28日正式向公众开放，持续至2026年2月22日。 新华社澳大利亚珀斯6月25日电（记者 刘晓宇 张淑惠）"兵马俑—陕西秦汉文明"展览25日在西澳大 利亚州首府珀斯的西澳大利亚博物馆举行开幕式和预展。 展览分7个展区，以2000多年前的古代中国为历史背景，在不同主题下展出饰品、器皿、乐器、武 器等上百件文物，并通过数字技术，让观众沉浸式体验展品背后的故事，最终通向展览的核心——真人 大小的兵马俑和华丽战车。展览中有诸多互动设计， ...

Group 1 - The cultural exchange event "Bronze Meets Golden Man" was held in Astana, Kazakhstan, focusing on civilization mutual learning and friendship inheritance [1] - The event aims to explore tourism cooperation potential between China and Kazakhstan, enhancing mutual understanding and friendly relations [1] - The event is part of the "China-Kazakhstan Tourism Year" and represents a profound dialogue between the peoples of both countries, as well as between history and future, tradition and innovation [1] Group 2 - The cultural exhibition organized by Baoji City showcased Chinese cultural products such as bronze crafts, cultural creations, embroidery, and clay sculptures, allowing participants to experience the charm of Chinese culture [2] - The event was co-hosted by Nazarbayev University and the Baoji Municipal Government, with plans for further cooperation in cultural exchange, tourism resource sharing, and industrial trade between Baoji and Astana [2]

6月18日至20日，由来自美国得克萨斯州、加利福尼亚州等地的50余名中学生和教师组成的交流 团，走进河北省衡水市感受中国文化。图为6月18日，美国青少年交流团一行在武强年画博物馆参观。 苏小立 摄 6月18日至20日，由来自美国得克萨斯州、加利福尼亚州等地的50余名中学生和教师组成的交流 团，走进河北省衡水市感受中国文化。图为6月18日，美国青少年交流团成员在武强年画博物馆体验武 强木版年画制作技艺。苏小立 摄 6月18日至20日，由来自美国得克萨斯州、加利福尼亚州等地的50余名中学生和教师组成的交流 团，走进河北省衡水市感受中国文化。图为6月19日，美国青少年交流团成员在河北枣强中学学习武 术。武志库摄 6月18日至20日，由来自美国得克萨斯州、加利福尼亚州等地的50余名中学生和教师组成的交流 团，走进河北省衡水市感受中国文化。图为6月19日，美国青少年交流团成员在河北枣强中学学习二胡 演奏。武志库 摄 6月18日至20日，由来自美国得克萨斯州、加利福尼亚州等地的50余名中学生和教师组成的交流 团，走进河北省衡水市感受中国文化。图为6月20日，美国青少年交流团一行在衡水湖畔的孙敬学堂学 习制作香囊。周津 摄 ...

Group 1 - The 31st Beijing International Book Fair attracted over 1,700 exhibitors from 80 countries and regions, with a record participation of 43 Japanese exhibitors [1] - Japanese publisher Kumon Publishing, making its debut at the fair, aims to promote children's healthy growth through its series of educational books, which have gained popularity in China [2] - Tohan Co., a leading player in the Japanese publishing distribution industry, has witnessed the rapid development of the Chinese publishing market since its first participation in the fair in 1986, bringing 700 sample books this year, an increase from 600 last year [2] Group 2 - The fair showcased a diverse range of book categories, including health, science, children's literature, manga, literature, management, psychology, and language education, reflecting the growing interest of Chinese readers in psychological and self-improvement books [2] - The cultural exchange between Japan and China is strengthened by shared emotional experiences through reading, as both countries belong to the Chinese character cultural sphere, facilitating natural communication [3] - Major Japanese publishing houses like Shueisha and Kodansha also presented new publications from the past year at the fair [5]

Core Viewpoint - The event "World Sinologists Look at China: Sichuan Tour" aims to enhance cultural exchange and showcase Sichuan's unique cultural and natural heritage through the perspectives of various sinologists from around the world [1][2]. Group 1: Cultural Significance - Sinologists emphasize the importance of Sichuan's cultural symbols, such as the giant panda and Sichuan opera, as vital elements that tell China's story to the world [2]. - The term "Anyi" (comfort) used in Sichuan's tourism branding reflects the relaxed and hospitable nature of the region, which resonates with visitors [2]. - Sichuan's literature has significantly contributed to the understanding and appreciation of the region, inspiring sinologists to explore its diverse cultural landscape [3]. Group 2: Natural Beauty - Sichuan's natural scenery, including the Four Girls Mountain, is compared to the Alps, highlighting its breathtaking landscapes and cultural connections [4]. - The region's natural beauty serves as a catalyst for cultural exploration and promotes harmony among different communities [4]. - Sinologists express a desire to learn more about Sichuan's natural environment and its cultural heritage during their visit [4][6]. Group 3: Modernization and Cultural Preservation - The modernization efforts in Sichuan, particularly in balancing development with the preservation of traditional culture, are of significant interest to sinologists [6]. - The diverse cultural landscape of Sichuan, being a multi-ethnic region, parallels the experiences of sinologists from various backgrounds, fostering a deeper understanding of cross-cultural exchanges [5][6].