Wine with manners

2011-08-14 07:48:34

More than 2,000 years ago, Confucius taught his disciples that wine must be treated with respect.

Hopping to the Czech Pub

2011-08-14 07:48:34

Before I describe one of the best meals I've had recently - the Moravian-style rabbit at the new Czech Pub near Beijing's Ritan Park - I have to 'fess up.

Strike a pose, puppy

2011-08-14 07:49:23

Devoted parents of four-legged children wanting to spend some quality time with them now have a novel activity. And it gives the yoga term of "downward dog" a whole new meaning.

'Good morning, did you smile today?'

2011-08-15 08:03:27

Many people call 52-year-old Guo Mingyi a "modern-day Lei Feng (1940-1962)", the People's Liberation Army soldier who became a cultural icon symbolizing selflessness and dedication.

Roar of the Flying Tigers

2011-08-15 08:03:27

The 91-year-old veteran Wang Yanzhou says he wishes more people were aware of the part he and his fellow Flying Tigers played during the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression (1937-1945).

Exclusive attraction

2011-08-12 11:09:32

Young Swedish entrepreneur's online social networking website is aimed at China's rich.

The light touch

2011-08-12 11:05:24

Danish ideas man adding new color to urban Chinese office workers.

Love for China blooms in heart of American

2011-08-11 07:49:04

Eunice Moe Brock was born in Hebei, and, although she lived in the US for decades, the 94-year-old has returned to China to share her passion for flowers.

Enjoy the Big Apple on the cheap

2011-08-11 07:49:04

It's known for its Broadway shows, designer shops and exclusive restaurants but there are plenty of things to enjoy in the Big Apple.

Want money, won't travel

2011-08-11 07:49:04

Today's newcomers to the job market have unrealistic expectations, say HR managers, but fresh graduates seem to have their own opinions.

A major question for high school graduates

2011-08-11 07:49:04

Even as college graduates battle for jobs, high school graduates are agonizing over which major they should apply for at university.

Internships help ease entry into working world

2011-08-11 07:49:04

Chen Zengan, human resources manager at Boya Software, says working as interns can help graduates adapt more quickly to an office environment.