The front page and page two of this issue provide an in-depth report on a heartbreaking tragedy: six young students from Northeastern University lost their lives during a school-organized internship due to the collapse of a steel grating above a flotation tank, causing them to fall into deadly corrosive slurry. Our comprehensive analysis examines the underlying issues of safety management failures, accountability gaps in school-enterprise collaborations, and deficiencies in student safety measures. This incident serves as a stark reminder of loss and compels us to reflect on the systemic flaws in the current internship framework and the need for reform. Page three continues to focus on lawyer Zhou Shifeng from the 709 crackdown case, offering a retrospective and analysis of his steadfast commitment and sacrifices on the path to upholding the rule of law. Additionally, we feature a short piece calling on the government and media to act with conscience and promote fairness and justice. Page four continues our Chinese Architectural Aesthetics column, presenting an appreciation of Suzhou-style architecture, exploring its unique design philosophy and cultural significance. This issue aims to document the era’s challenges and aspirations with a serious tone, encouraging deeper reflection and action.
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