Eleven-year-old Renad Atallah in the war-torn Gaza Strip has been posting vlogs about food and sharing her daily life on social media.
Although Israel has destroyed most of the infrastructure in Gaza, including hospitals, schools, electricity lines, water supplies and communications since the conflict began in last October, internet service has recently resumed in some areas.
Palestinians are taking advantage of the Internet availability to share what's happening in the region. Vloggers are also reporting on topics ranging from news to daily life.
In central Deir al-Balah city, filled with camps for displaced Palestinians, Renad took advantage of an open space on the roof of their house to make videos about food and how to cook them.
Despite the Israeli drones circling above the city all day, she manages to file a new video at least once a week.
The media journey began when Renad received a food aid package and filed a video unboxing the package and inspecting the contents. She posted the video on Instagram, and it reached 3 million views in less than a day.
"The idea of making food from canned food aid comes from what is available in the markets. My sister, a nutritionist, helps me, and I cooperate with her to produce food. We produce videos twice a week, and this depends on the availability of electricity and the Internet, because it is very difficult to obtain them in these circumstances," she said.
The number of Renad's followers has increased as she shares her cooking skills.
Nourhan Atallah, Renad's older sister, is a pharmacist and nutritionist and helps provide critical information.
"During the six-month period, we were exposed to preservatives found in canned food and the same type of food, so symptoms of diseases associated with them began to appear, especially for children and pregnant women. Unfortunately, there is no treatment available for it in our region at the present time, and this has led to complications that have reached the point of death for some patients due to that," she said.
11-year-old food vlogger shares life in Gaza Strip
Leading traditional automakers and China's emerging new energy vehicle (NEV) manufacturers are developing products that are more suitable for the Chinese consumer market, with companies vying to debut their latest offerings at the ongoing auto show in Beijing.
Running from April 25 to May 4, this year's Auto China, also known as the Beijing Auto Show, serves as a testament to China's leading position in the NEV market.
With a strong focus on NEVs, Chinese carmakers are driving competition and pushing the boundaries of what electric vehicles can offer.
German auto giant Volkswagen just launched its new ID.UX all-electric vehicle models at the auto show.
"It is truly a reflection of our commitment to delivering electrifying new choices and exceptional digital experiences for our customers in China. In today's ICV (intelligent connected vehicles) era, consumers seek immersive, emotional experiences. Every ID.UX model, as you can see behind me, features a golden 'VW' logo, symbolizing our dedication to innovation, quality and uniqueness. We are delivering on our 'in China, for China' promise to customers at 'China speed'," said Erwin Gabardi, Volkswagen (AnHui) Automotive Company Limited.
Domestic NEV makers Xpeng and NIO unveiled new models at the auto show, which cater to a more budget-conscious market segment.
"Onvo, our new subsidiary, has a primary focus on the family market. We want to create the finest SUV for families. We are confident in the performance of our first model, the L60. With our intelligent technology and extensive charging and battery swapping network, we believe it will surpass expectations," said Li Bin, founder and CEO of NIO.
According to experts, the introduction of models that target different market segments is seen as a positive factor contributing to healthy competition in the NEV market.
"In an era of new technology development and diverse consumer needs, auto companies are placing significant emphasis on targeting specific segments to cater to the differentiated demands of consumers. This approach proves beneficial for promoting the automobile industry," said Cui Dongshu, secretary general of the China Passenger Car Association.
Major car brands showcase new NEV models at Beijing Auto Show
