Dancer dazzles with Arabian passion
2009-10-23 11:07:58
When Imen Belhadj was a little girl, she often heard the Arabian idiom that China is a "cradle of wisdom". But the Tunisian will show off some of her own nation's delights in Beijing on Sunday.
Mother calls for justice over murder
2009-10-23 10:59:46
The Beijing mother of a Chinese student murdered in Canada is still waiting for the prosecution of the man who allegedly took her daughter's life seven years ago.
Get your hot dogs in the hutong
2009-10-23 10:24:18
US college life is in full swing and many young adventurous Americans are still telling tales about their overseas experiences.
Coal mines threaten lives and livelihoods
2009-10-23 10:21:28
Illegal coal mines in Beijing's Fangshan district continue to pose serious safety threats despite government efforts to shut them down, local residents said.
Bicycle rental plan falls flat
2009-10-23 10:02:05
Bicycle rental companies in Beijing are going broke because nobody wants to hire their services.
Land of opportunity? Not for those who leave
2009-10-23 08:40:01
I recently met the dean from a leading local university who was unable to conceal his contempt for Chinese scholars returning to China after working and studying abroad.
New road to reduce congestion for motorists
2009-10-23 08:38:55
A new 5 km roadway will eliminate traffic jams for one million residents living in one of Beijing's booming satellite suburbs, according to road builders.
Filming begins for movie about IPR
2009-10-22 15:13:11
Filming began for China's first movie about intellectual property on Wednesday. The movie, Xiushui Street, is being produced by the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television, the Beijing News reported Wednesday.
Sellers of fake notes get 3-15 years
2009-10-22 15:09:50
Five people were sentenced to three to 15 years in jail for selling 3.9 million yuan in counterfeit bills Wednesday by the Beijing No.2 Intermediate Court, the Beijing Times reported Wednesday.
From chef to China chief of largest airline
2009-10-22 12:11:23
After six years in Beijing, Sandeep Bahl's tastes have switched from curry to hot pot, from coffee to green tea and from cricket to badminton.
Cooking up a survival plan
2009-10-22 12:09:12
Beijing could arguably have more restaurants than any city in the world and most start-ups come crashing down within months of their opening their doors.
Massive flu vaccination underway
2009-10-22 12:00:39
Up to 5 million free H1N1 flu vaccinations shots will be available to Beijingers in a major health operation beginning yesterday.