Worthy of an empress
2013-04-26 08:41:28
Anyone with an interest in Chinese history will know how difficult it was to flatter Dowager Cixi with gifts. With a huge collection of priceless objects in her possession, very little could impress the empress, who was known for her decadence.
China changes its tune
2013-04-26 08:41:28
Shark fin soup was commonly served at Chinese weddings and banquets as a delicacy and a way of "giving face", or showing respect to honored guests.
Kite festival puts Weifang on the map
2013-04-23 10:39:07
The 30th Weifang International Kites Festival kicked off on April 20 in Shandong province's Weifang.
Aeronautics scholarship launched
2013-04-23 10:29:31
A scholarship provided to students of Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics has been launched in Beijing.
Life of Guo
2013-04-18 09:23:25
Qingdao's Guo Chuan recently became the first Chinese person to sail solo around the world.
Commune gives confidence to youth
2013-04-15 16:35:07
The old gray Dodge van might look like it's not going to make the 45-minute trip to Beijing's northern suburbs, but it roars up the road as confidently as its driver.
Dishing out dignity
2013-04-15 16:33:27
A management consultant and restauranteur, Koh Choon Seng probably never expected Dignity Kitchen to bleed for so long.
Youth build a rainbow of friendship
2013-04-15 16:22:24
A project aimed at bringing the young people of China and Mongolia together was launched in Ulan Bator on Friday.
Fresh Bread, fresh start
2013-04-15 15:33:23
Amity Bakery has a noble intention - to train those who are mentally challenged so that they can integrate into society and get a job. But they face an uphill task.
Expats prefer Beijing, Shanghai
2013-04-11 07:58:34
The living environment has become a growing concern for expatriates working in Shanghai and Beijing, although the two cities topped a list of the most attractive Chinese cities for expats, a new study found.
Returning to life on the land
2013-04-11 11:14:56
When university graduate Chai Huilong turned down a well-paid job to return to the family farm, his parents were worried. 
French arts festival opens in China
Croisements Festival returns to China
2013-04-09 09:43:02
On April 10, the 8th annual Croisements Festival will commence at the French embassy in Beijing with a press conference to launch the event.