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May Day holiday
Coverage of May Day holiday in the Nexus archive.
- How China’s ‘Excalibur of the East’ souvenir swords sparked airport security warning
During China's May Day holiday, replica swords of the Hubei Provincial Museum's Sword of Goujian went viral on social media, prompting an airport security warning. The surge in souvenir purchases during the Golden Week holiday led to concerns over the replica swords' potential misuse.
- China Warns of Heavy Rain, Flood Risks Ahead of May Day Holiday
Chinese authorities have issued warnings about heavy rain and potential flooding ahead of the May Day holiday. The alert is in effect as the country prepares for the public holiday, with risks expected to impact travel and safety.