US Shutdown Hits National Parks: Trails, Tours & Toilets Face Cuts
US government shutdown leaves national parks open but understaffed—trails, restrooms and ranger tours are hit, risking nature and local economies.
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Chinese Mainland Adopts New National Park Law for High-Quality Development
Chinese mainland’s national lawmakers passed a new law to boost high-quality development of national parks, effective January 1, 2026.
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President Xi Jinping signs orders enforcing laws on public health alerts, online arbitration, national parks, atomic energy & legal education.
Giant Panda Sightings Rise as Chinese Mainland Expands National Parks
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Chinese Mainland Registers Property Rights for 5 National Parks
Chinese mainland completes legal property rights registration for 5 national parks, boosting conservation, clarifying ownership, and streamlining resource management.