Great Wall's Mutianyu section makes plans for more renovation
2009-12-29 10:01:24
Foreign leaders with travel plans to scale the Great Wall might be excited about the Mutianyu section's plan to open up an additional 500 m next year.
High-end rental rates likely to increase
2009-12-29 09:57:25
The luxury apartment rental market in Beijing looks likely to recover next year after the global economic storm.
Crackdown on three-wheeled cars imminent
2009-12-29 09:56:22
Completely enclosed three-wheeled motorbikes, resembling miniature cars, are the newest target of traffic police harking concerns over safety standards.
Homeless shelter overwhelmed
2009-12-29 09:28:07
The city's largest relief center, or homeless shelter, is worrying that the current freezing weather, as well as the coming Spring Festival, will further strain its resources.
Two murders touch off fears about 'cursed' houses
2009-12-29 09:27:09
The second family tragedy in a residential complex in Daxing district has instilled fears in older homeowners that their neighborhood might be "cursed".
Taiwan Street deadline extended
2009-12-29 08:52:15
The launch date of the highly anticipated Beijing Taiwan Street, a real estate project featuring Taiwan specialties and brands in Shijingshan district, continues to remain a mystery.
Year of Gay China
2009-12-28 09:58:52
As the year 2009 comes to a close, it does so having been a monumental year for China's LGBT community.
Commuters stranded as No. 5 subway shut own
2009-12-28 09:37:59
A train on Beijing No. 5 subway line stopped working at 8:50 am this morning near the Lishuiqiao stop, blocking the entire southbound line. The reason for the closure is not yet clear. Passengers are urged to use other means of transportation. It is also unclear when the service will resume.
Kebab king's bid wins top stall in second temple fair
2009-12-28 09:31:59
Gu Shengli gets best location at both Longtanhu and Ditan fairs next year
Hospital chief says poor treatment upped cases
2009-12-28 09:25:28
The president of one of Beijing's top hospitals has said that improper medical treatment has caused a severe increase of A(H1N1) cases.
Police hope to reduce citizen complaints
2009-12-28 09:11:07
Beijing police will start recording some of their investigations next year to help improve officer behavior.
Hey moms, keep an eye on your sons!
2009-12-28 09:05:25
Imagine the situation of a mother wanting to report her child's activities to authorities. The awkward "mother vs. son" scenario may happen next year as the city's Internet watchdog urges local mothers to help fight pornography and "vulgar" information online.