Drivers in frame for fines

2010-08-30 07:51:57

Buses will be able to get some revenge on cars blocking bus-only lanes starting Sept 1.

Smaller penalties for breaking family planning rules

2010-08-30 07:51:57

The capital is urging parents who have broken family planning policies to register their extra births before Nov 1.

High cost leaving students unguarded at city's schools

2010-08-26 09:35:42

Less than a third of schools in the capital are set to comply with new regulations put forward by the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau on Tuesday calling for them to have at least two security guards on patrol from Sept 1.

Subway 'blast' just an electric short

2010-08-26 09:35:42

Online claims that a subway train was damaged in an explosion on Wednesday morning were quickly denied by Beijing Subway Company, which said the "blast" was nothing more than the noise of someone dropping a metal ruler onto the "third rail".

Beijing not the perfect place for its women

2010-08-26 09:35:42

Women in Beijing feel they have a low sense of happiness and a relatively low quality of life, according to a survey released by Women of China magazine and the Hua Kun Women Survey Center on Tuesday.

Martial arts gala packs punch

2010-08-24 08:11:13

Fighters and performers from around the world come to Beijing

More kids with mental health challenges

2010-08-24 08:11:13

The number of children in Beijing with mental health problems has been increasing over the past few years, according to a report released by the Beijing Health Bureau early this month.

Take a ride on the love bus

2010-08-24 08:11:13

After almost a month on the road, a love bus aims to bring the capital's lovelorn close together is laboring to get out the first gear.

Race on to stop deterioration of Olympic Green

2010-08-19 09:21:26

Two years after the Beijing Olympiad, the Olympic Green is already showing signs of wear and tear.

Cranking it up in Emperor's retreat

2010-08-19 09:21:26

It was once the ritual location for the summer solstice of Emperor Jia Jing of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), but, until Sunday, Ditan Park has been transformed into an outdoor music venue showcasing some of the country's best underground acts.

9 jailed for smuggling people

2010-08-19 08:56:34

Nine people, including two brothers, have been jailed for terms ranging from six months to three years for trying to smuggle would-be illegal emigrants across the border.

Center hopes to get blood flowing

2010-08-18 09:03:31

A shortage in the city's supply of donated blood has led the authorities to offer inducements to get people to give.