Microfilms come up shortly

2012-05-21 07:55:37

Emerging genre is the new darling of advertisers, but that may change the plot.

Investors get the picture with art

2012-05-18 07:36:00

With traditional investments in recession, investors turn to art funds to hedge against long-term inflation.

A scarred city with the wounds of war

2012-05-17 07:46:35

Nowhere has fighting been more intense, nor destruction so complete.

Red Cross hopes to heal its reputation

2012-05-16 07:57:39

Organization implements reforms following 'lavish lifestyle' claim.

Village gratitude shows integrity of task

2012-05-15 07:21:55

Officials help small, far-flung communities find expressions of appreciation literally on their doorstep.

Gap year makes a different world

2012-05-14 06:59:51

The practice of taking time off between life stages to travel, do volunteer work or have a working holiday is taking root.

Navigate sea of troubles

2012-05-11 07:26:31

Chinese fishermen defiant in face of harassment by Philippine ships in territorial waters.

Costly food for thought

2012-05-10 07:31:07

In May, the prices of a whole range of common vegetables have risen markedly.

Toddlers face early lesson

2012-05-09 07:34:33

Some parents believe it is never too soon to begin classroom education. Preschool education centers are growing in popularity.

Web of opportunity

2012-05-08 06:53:30

Chinese Internet companies start to explore opportunities abroad amid fierce competition at home.

Transformation of an industry

2012-05-07 07:21:28

People's Daily website makes headlines, as investors press their case.

Discoveries help solve age-old questions

2012-05-04 08:54:35

Recently unearthed archaeological treasures give scientists a fascinating insight into mankind's origins.