How to obtain or extend a visa
2009-11-09 09:34:12
An American citizen's experience on how to obtain or extend a visa in China.
Parade inspires female recruits
2009-11-09 09:31:45
The number of female army applicants has surged by 300 percent, with many women saying they were inspired by the National Day parade.
Buying a visa 'quick and cheap'
2009-11-09 08:28:20
While visa applications and extension procedures in China can be time-consuming and strict, some visa agents claim to have the cure to all immigration problems.
Netizens upset over flu shots for hukou
2009-11-09 08:27:14
Netizens have rallied against plans in Beijing to only give the A/H1N1 vaccine to people in the city with permanent residency, or hukou.
Cold snap to blanket Beijing in more snow
2009-11-09 07:58:17
A mighty cold front is expected to drop temperatures by as much as 14 C in some parts of northern China in the next three days, according to the National Meteorological Center yesterday.
All Beijingers to get H1N1 vaccination
2009-11-07 09:37:44
Beijing is gearing up for an extended H1N1 vaccination program that will be open to everyone with a Beijing hukou.
Free H1N1 vaccines available for Beijing universities
2009-11-06 14:32:54
All students studying at universities in Beijing will have access to free A(H1N1) vaccines this month vice director of the Beijing Center for Disease Control and Prevention
From local press: The root cause of illegal medical practice
2009-11-06 13:49:33
Media reports that medical students practiced illegally at Peking University First Hospital have immediately caused a public outcry.
Ikea? We only shop there for food!
2009-11-06 13:42:50
It's a classic tale of East meets West, a Scandinavian family who have developed a real taste for old Beijing.
Husband's blog records anger at wife's death
2009-11-06 13:34:02
"My wife died because of the operation performed by doctors who even didn't get medical licenses. She was a victim of misdiagnosis."
Better education for disabled kids
2009-11-06 11:43:40
Almost 3,000 mentally disabled students will graduate with the same qualifications as other students from next year.
Charity needs money for children
2009-11-06 11:42:01
A Beijing charity group is attempting to raise money to fund operations for five children with birth defects.