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Foreign top shops flock to Beijing

Another wave of high-end international stores will set up shop in Beijing this year as the capital continues its campaign to become one of the world's top cities.

Star fees sparkle for office parties

Most entertainment stars will raise their appearance fees by as much as 50 percent for private parties during the Spring Festival holiday, insiders revealed.

Gold falls in bad year for marriage

'Unlucky' time for tying the knot may take shine off jewelry sales in China...

91% think new rich use govt connections

More than 90 percent of people think the neo-rich in China have benefited from networking with government officials and 42 percent have a "bad impression" of the group, a recent survey has found.

Historic royal park faces public anger over fair

Yuanmingyuan Park is disputing public claims they will profit from running a royal temple fair and that the event would harm the cultural heritage sites.

Second-hand e-tailer gets new lease on life from e-partners

Ma Jian has never regretted his decision two years ago to start a website focused on shopping for second-hand goods, despite objections from friends and relatives.

Cigarettes top New Year gift list: Poll

Cigarettes have turned out to be among the most popular gifts for the upcoming Spring Festival, a public health survey has found.

Illegal fireworks sales ablaze

Illegal fireworks are still being sold in Daxing district, Beijing ahead of the government's authorized period of sale, despite a crackdown on Monday.

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Qing palace sale attracts State companies' interest

A courtyard house next to Beihai Park that was once part of a Qing dynasty palace is being advertised online for 420 million yuan and attracting the interest of State-owned enterprises.

New deal for commercial flights over the Great Wall

Old train tickets and the memory of yesteryear

'Hometowns' battle to claim their celebrities

Equestrian enthusiasts advocate riding horses to work

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