Official: Green design no excuse for housing hikes
2010-03-31 07:52:32
One of Beijing's vice-mayors has said three-quarters of the city's housing now meets low-emission standards, but some critics say property developers may use green concepts to drive property prices even higher.
There's a new place like Rome
2010-03-30 07:53:02
Mall set to open in December will offer taste of luxury
Auction houses expect strong spring
2010-03-30 07:53:02
Beijing's auction houses are in buoyant mood about the upcoming spring season after last year's autumn sales and the March quarterly bidding wars showed signs that the art market was emerging from the economic downturn.
Double bassist plucks at history of city's jazz scene
2010-03-29 07:56:40
When Martin Fleischer arrived in Beijing to work as a consular officer at the German Embassy in May 1987, he did not have anticipate the impact he would make on the capital's jazz scene.
Pioneering saxophonist, 50, still hitting the right note
2010-03-29 07:56:40
After a manic introduction, Liu Yuan said he would be happy to respond to questions about turning 50 and his leading role in the Beijing jazz scene. That is, once he finished praying.
Painter's passion brings history to life
2010-03-29 07:54:17
Long is an introspective and disciplined artist. Once he picks up his brush he is completely focused. When not working he is a warm and energetic person.
Fleeting moments have changed entrepreneur's life
2010-03-26 07:53:22
Wang Yuming counts the many influences that have changed his life.
Lax overseas MBA courses available to all
2010-03-26 07:53:22
Some overseas universities are accepting applications in Beijing from hopefuls who don't have a bachelor's degree or work experience, an investigation by METRO found out.
Driving schools to wheel out higher prices soon
2010-03-26 07:53:22
Beijingers have flocked to register for driving lessons before April 1, when driving schools will raise their course fees by almost 10 percent.
The 'Queen of Green' sets eyes on China
2010-03-25 07:50:22
In 1995, Morgan Stanley published "The Internet Report," a groundbreaking study that became known as a Bible for investors during the dot-com revolution in the United States.
Restless nights after attack
2010-03-25 07:50:22
Managers of local around-the-clock restaurants expressed concern about people who use their eateries as places to sleep after a fatal stabbing in Shanghai last week.
HP users demand proper treatment
2010-03-25 07:50:22
More than 800 customers have banded together to demand better treatment from HP after serious quality problems were reported in some of the company's laptops.