Chinese astronauts ready for new space program

2012-11-01 08:36:57

Chinese astronauts are currently training in manual space docking techniques and receiving physical training to prepare for next year's missions of the country's manned space program.

Cloud computing's popularity goes sky-high

2012-11-01 08:04:52

Cloud computing is using computing resources, either hardware or software, that stores and delivers data as a service over the Internet.

New design tunnel safety and rescue

2012-10-31 21:45:11

A new way of building emergency escape routes involving the use of space below the surface of the road will be introduced to Shanghai’s cross-river tunnel that is under construction.

Lifestylegreen China launches garden project

2012-10-31 21:16:25

Lifestylegreen China Ltd, one of the country’s leading vertical green companies, has launched a 10 million yuan ($1.6 million) vertical green garden project in Shanghai.

China mulls new rule on human genetic research

2012-10-31 20:06:55

China on Wednesday began soliciting public opinion on a draft regulation on human genetic research that highlights improved protection over such resources and donors' interests.

China makes nuclear power progress

2012-10-31 19:54:57

China has built its first experimental fast neutron reactor which will help make better use of the nuclear energy.

Hangzhou first to offer total wifi coverage

2012-10-31 19:38:35

Free wifi service has become available for residents in the downtown area of Hangzhou, capital of East China’s Zhejiang province, the first time nationwide that free wifi has covered a whole city.

Shanghai eyes robot industry

2012-10-30 21:47:09

The municipal government of Shanghai has listed robots as one of its major industries in the coming years, generating up to 20 billion yuan ($3.2 billion) by 2015, an official said on Tuesday.

Govt microblogs help interact with public

2012-10-30 19:38:46

In handling emergencies like protests or extreme weather, local Chinese governments are increasingly turning to microblogs to offer information and answer queries from the public.

Ceremony held to honor Shenzhou IX astronauts

2012-10-30 07:05:40

Three astronauts of the Shenzhou-9 mission who conducted China's first manned space docking in June have received awards for their service to the country's space endeavors.

Scientists identify largest neolithic city

2012-10-30 07:43:21

Archaeologists said a 4-square-kilometer city ruins discovered in Northwest China's Shaanxi province was the largest of its kind in neolithic China.

Electronics fair to open in Shanghai

2012-10-29 20:39:45

The China Electronics Fair will open to visitors at Shanghai New International Expo Center on Tuesday.