High temperatures

SHENZHEN Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow heat alert yesterday, signaling the high temperatures of above 35 degrees Celsius will last four to five days in the city.

The observatory suggests residents take precautions against the heat wave and reduce outdoor activities.

Longhua shopping

LONGHUA District will initiate a three-month shopping festival today by offering discounts of 100 million yuan (US$15.43 million). More than 200 promotional activities will be held at 50 large department stores and supermarkets.

Talent introduction

THE city is now accepting applications from employers, agencies and individuals for awards for introducing or recommending talents, sources from the Shenzhen Municipal Human Resources and Social Security Bureau said recently.

The applicants can apply through the bureau’s official website by Aug. 30.

Employers that introduce an accredited international-level distinctive talent will be awarded 200,000 yuan. Those who introduce a State-level or a provincial-level talent will be awarded 100,000 yuan and 50,000 yuan, respectively.

For the introduction of talent teams that meet city’s accreditation standards, an employer can apply for an award of up to 2 million yuan.