Overseas Chinese graduates return with knowledge, knowhow

2016-06-21 15:20:26

Chen Ning was pleasantly surprised when it took just four hours for his business license to be approved by Shenzhen city government in south China. In the past, the process could last months.

China renews heavy rain warning following casualties

2016-06-21 14:35:17

A yellow alert for heavy rain will remain in place in southern China for the next 24 hours, meteorological authorities said Tuesday, as 22 deaths have been reported there after days of storms.

Chinese people more tolerant of flexible working arrangements: survey

2016-06-21 13:49:35

The Internet has changed the way in which people work, and they are more accepting of "non-traditional" working hours and freelance projects, according to a survey.

China sends largest share of tourists to Asia Pacific: MasterCard

2016-06-21 13:37:54

Chinese mainland will continue to contribute the largest share of tourists to Asia Pacific in 2016, according to the MasterCard Asia Pacific Destinations Index released on Tuesday.

Former village Party chief admits taking bribes

2016-06-21 13:00:15

Lin Zulian, former Party chief of Wukan village, has admitted taking bribes after being detained over the weekend, according to a senior public prosecutor from Shanwei city.

Government posts remain appealing to job seekers: experts

2016-06-21 11:47:31

The number of China's State employees is growing and government posts remain appealing to job seekers, said experts.

Less meat, more veggies: How you can help environment

2016-06-21 10:56:44

Government officials and experts suggest that eating less meat can make great contributions to cut global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, thus mitigating the continuing impact of climate change.

IKEA becomes an alternative getaway spot

2016-06-21 09:54:23

People rested, and even napped, in the air conditioned IKEA store, seeking relief in the cool showrooms while it was hot and sultry outside.

Treasure hunters cause havoc, but the rocks are worthless

2016-06-21 08:01:10

Thousands of people have turned a small village in Zhejiang province upside down in a search for what they believe are precious red rubies. However, a senior official said that the so-called rubies are worthless rocks.

Hospital alliance to promote exchanges

2016-06-21 07:58:35

A hospital alliance between China and countries in Central and Eastern Europe was set up on Monday to facilitate cooperation in health and medical care.

Father held for trying to kill baby

2016-06-21 07:55:57

The father of an intersex baby in Henan province was detained by police on suspicion of attempting to murder the newborn.

Passengers, crew injured in turbulence

2016-06-21 07:51:33

At least 17 people were hurt in powerful turbulence encountered by a flight from Frankfurt, Germany, to Shanghai on Monday.