Beijing residents still think the capital's housing is too expensive, despite the government's efforts and tough rules aimed at cooling the run-away housing market early this year.
A recent sample test conducted by China Consumers' Association (CCA) on 72 sun protection products on the market shows not all big brands live up to their big names.
Despite the recent wholesale closure of private coal mines in suburban Beijing, many illegal operations still exist in Fangshan district, according to Beijing News on Tuesday.
For Lan Chen, it was a moment he would never forget. The 30-year-old auctioneer from Beijing Poly Auction Company had just sold an 8.24-m-long calligraphy by Huang Tingjian, a prestigious poet and artist in the Song Dynasty (960-1279), for 436.8 million yuan (about $64 million).
The universe might turn its focus to the World Cup every four years, but for some, football is a way of life. And to watch the sport all day is the dream of many diehard fans.
While many Chinese photojournalists are trapped in formulaic visions, Pan Songgang creates fresh perspectives and captures different angles of disasters.
Swapping unwanted items for useful ones is becoming a popular pastime in the city as more and more people become involved in online swap websites or go to real-life flea markets.
Despite not being officially on sale in the Chinese mainland, Apple's latest gadget - the iPhone 4 - is already selling in Beijing's electronics hub of Zhongguancun.
Wealthy Beijing residents are hoping to realize their "American dream" and obtain a Green Card, evidence of lawful permanent resident status in the US.
When Jessica Xu returned to her hometown of Beijing after several years abroad, she found herself a citizen of a different country, facing a much different city.
Chinese-American girl says she doesn't seek fame, it chases her.
Beijing began a trial program aimed at settling cross-border trade by using the yuan on Wednesday, allowing local enterprises to cut costs and avoid exchange rate risks with their international transactions.
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