The other little book

2011-03-01 07:30:28

A black notebook which has on its cover a set of interlocking "CC" images, is all the rage among millions of young Chinese.

Changing face of fashion

2011-03-01 07:30:28

A marked increase in Chinese faces on the runway was one highlight of the just-ended high-octane spectacle that is New York Fashion Week.

No more tears

2011-03-01 07:30:28

Belgian Koen Sevenants is a beacon of hope for Chinese children of convicts, but that doesn't mean he doesn't have his moments of dark despair.

Trying a bit of fun to keep classroom awake

2011-03-01 07:30:28

As I sit here in my office, overlooking the campus of Tianjin Medical University, I can see hundreds of students coming through the gates - each towing a suitcase, or lugging bags - as they get ready to start the new term.

Targeting goldfish trick will not help to protect animals

2011-02-28 10:09:16

When I heard days later about how angry the animal rights groups are, I felt they were just making an unnecessary fuss.

Hero is as hero does

2011-02-25 07:53:33

While today's young Chinese may struggle to point to their heroes, the idea of heroism is very much alive.

Charity's Net

2011-02-17 08:02:02

The Internet is changing the face of giving in China as micro-philanthropy makes steady strides.

Celebrating the Rabbit's arrival in a rainforest

2011-02-16 07:53:35

As I gazed at the ink-wash that was the night sky over Malaysian Borneo's rainforest, I lamented its silence and its monochrome.

Screenage apocalypse just a load of hype

2011-02-16 07:53:35

I'm trying to get anyone who bites to bet the world will end in 2012.

Be happy for better health, more money

2011-02-16 07:53:35

Mental well-being - happiness, in other words - leads to better health and more success at the workplace.

Eat salty, piquant foods to cure a hangover

2011-02-16 07:53:35

The morning after a night of heavy drinking can often bring with it headache, nausea and thirst.

Movie magic

2011-02-16 07:53:35

Nation's theater business is booming as more Chinese take to the cinemas.