Police to crack down on illegal hair salons
2011-06-17 07:36:28
Beijing - The city's police department announced on Thursday that it will begin a special action against illegal hair salons and foot massage shops, especially those engaged in prostitution and other crimes.
Woman detained for selling out-of-date ham to restaurants
2011-06-17 07:36:28
BEIJING - A woman, who sold expired food to small restaurants, was detained by the commerce authority in Daxing district on Thursday.
Temporary exit of Centro
2011-06-16 15:21:46
Marking a special occasion in Centro's history, June 11 brought Centro's three day going-away party to a summit high, creating a new milestone in Beijing's nightlife scene.
Neighbors go to war over stray cat shelter
2011-06-09 07:59:33
Angry neighbors are suing a cat lover in order to remove a shelter for stray animals under a balcony.
Cheap power at night can slash usage: energy expert
2011-06-09 07:59:33
A senior power expert has urged authorities to narrow the gap in energy usage between peak and off-peak hours by setting different prices, as an addition to the progressive pricing system to be released this year.
Disney's fury at Mickey scam
2011-06-09 08:23:10
Hollywood giant Disney will launch a probe into unlicensed performers dressing as its most famous characters to extort cash from tourists outside the Bird's Nest stadium.
Relic collector sues specialist after rare piece proves a fake
2011-06-08 07:32:07
An antique specialist who allegedly sold a fake relic he claimed was 900 years old is being sued for almost 6 million yuan.
City inspires Italian art
2011-06-07 08:03:02
Art fans can now experience one of Italy's most lauded festivals without the need to pay thousands in airfare.
Capital companies plan pay hikes
2011-06-02 08:04:18
Almost every company in Beijing - Chinese and foreign-owned - have or will hike monthly salaries for workers during 2011, a survey has found.
Futurist says China is on the right track
2011-06-02 08:04:18
One of the world's top technology forecasters and business strategists, Daniel Burrus, likens a visit to Beijing to a time travel experience, in which the past, present and future are intertwined.
Hip hop granny is breaking the mold
2011-06-02 08:04:18
On the hip hop stage, young people wearing loose, colorful clothes and rapping take the leading roles, but among them a well-dressed woman stands out and receives more applause. The woman is 72 years old.