More than 160 years after Gregor Mendel laid the foundations of modern genetics using garden peas, scientists from Shenzhen have finally decoded the complete genetic basis of the seven traits he studied, thereby resolving a question that has puzzled researchers for generations.

The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area’s drive to enhance its international tourism competitiveness has taken a decisive step forward with the launch of the 2-billion-yuan (US$276.4 million) Longqi Bay Integrated Resort project in Dapeng New Area.

Dapeng New Area’s Xinda Community was recently designated as one of Shenzhen’s child-friendly communities as part of a second batch of recognitions.

Dapeng has been recognized as one of China’s Top 100 Small Towns Worth Visiting based on a tourism research report titled “China’s Charming Small Towns Tourism Report.”

Dapeng New Area has recently rolled out a series of measures to boost tourism consumption, featuring 17 specific actions across four key areas to enhance the diversity of tourism offerings.

John Jakobsen, chief strategic portfolio development officer at Merlin Entertainments, operator of the LEGOLAND Shenzhen Resort, visited the theme park's construction site in Dapeng New Area last week alongside his team.

Chinese scientists have made a significant breakthrough in pest control, identifying a key protein that insects use to transport lipids and detoxify pesticides. The findings, published Dec. 25 in the journal Cell, pave the way for developing safer and more effective pesticides.

As a preferred travel destination for citizens, Dapeng New District offers diversified New Year celebrations for visitors and locals, including concerts, running, hiking, sailing competitions, and intangible cultural heritage week.