Farm life grows naturally on city
2010-05-26 07:49:30
From Monday to Friday, Song Rongfang lives the typical life of a successful career woman.
Weekends that produce a taste of the countryside
2010-05-26 08:25:54
Thousands of Beijing families head out of the city regularly to soil their hands on vegetable plots
Taiwan opens door to mainland students
2010-05-25 08:05:49
This educational initiative will bridge the gap between the two sides, says director with China Senior College Exhibition Organization Committee.
Appeal of Hong Kong universities fades
2010-05-25 08:05:49
High-school teenagers and their parents in Beijing are showing less passion about universities in Hong Kong because of the high cost, although the universities will offer some scholarships.
New moves for a heroic legendary 'action figure'
2010-05-24 07:59:33
He was a hero for generations of Chinese. His name came to represent the ideals of morality, dedication and sacrifice. He is the symbol of "serving the people".
Exhibition puts Italy in frame on big day
2010-05-24 07:59:33
A photography exhibition entitled My Best of Italy began on Saturday at the Italian embassy in Beijing to commemorate the country's national day on June 2.
Swirling with fondue
2010-05-21 07:53:54
Morel's takes the plunge with a signature Swiss dish that rivals hotpot as a fun and communal way to spend an evening
Officials return to campus for lectures in the classics
2010-05-18 07:45:37
Studies in traditional culture are in demand among the more than 2,000 high-level central government officials who have been asked to return to the classroom this year.
Putting comfort ahead of style
2010-05-12 08:02:19
While young women often put fashion ahead of comfort, their mothers and grandmothers rarely make such sacrifices, preferring economical but relaxing attire.
Crosstalk comedian pulls no punches about rivals
2010-05-17 08:16:10
Guo Degang, 47, is a grassroots crosstalk comedian who is very popular in Beijing and its neighboring city of Tianjin.
Old gem gets revamped dreams
2010-05-14 07:55:54
Tradition has been on the menu at Red Capital Club since 1999. This month, the old gem gets a revamp as chef Yang Li adds five dishes to a menu already replete with gastronomic favorites of top leaders (Mao Zedong, Deng Xiaoping, and Zhu Rongji) and classics from the imperial kitchens.
Thriving old alley lined with cultural ambience
2010-05-10 08:03:05
Fangjia Hutong, an ancient alley adjacent to the Lama Temple, is thriving as the city's next creative and cultural zone to challenge 798 Art Zone.