A moment of fear as 72-hour window closes

At around 7:30 am on Monday, I put my boots on in 10 seconds and ate breakfast in 120 seconds before heading out to the scene one last time. Monday was the last day of the 72-hour golden rescue period - the time frame in which it was still theoretically possible to find a survivor in the landslide in Xinmo village, Sichuan province.

Water law approved with 'chief' system

An amendment to China's Water Pollution Prevention and Control Law - including a "river chief" system - was approved at the closing ceremony of the bimonthly session of the top legislative body on Tuesday. It will take effect on Jan 1.

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City's young creatives look to build a high-tech future

In May, Zhang Feifei traveled to Hong Kong for the first time. The 24 year old was one of millions of people from the Chinese mainland who visit the city every year, but unlike many travelers who follow the regular tourist routes, Zhang chose PMQ - a hub that serves the city's evolving creative industry - as her first stop.

Modern center to boast age-old charm

Situated on the front in Kowloon and enjoying the best view of Victoria Harbor, the West Kowloon Cultural District is coming together quickly.

Youth exchanges set to rise as cross-border ties deepen

In January, the Hong Kong government signed a memorandum of understanding with the government of Shenzhen, Guangdong province, close to the border with the Chinese mainland, to jointly develop the Lok Ma Chau Loop as part of the fledgling Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park.

Heavy-lift rocket readied for 2nd mission

A Long March 5 heavy-lift carrier rocket will take flight sometime between July 2 and 5, following the first launch of the model in November, according to Chinese space officials.

Cable-maker paid out bribes in Xi'an subway scandal

A company that manufactured substandard electrical cables used in subways in Xi'an, Shaanxi province, faked test reports for its product and bribed subway contractors and supervisory officials, according to a statement on Monday by the State Council, China's Cabinet.

Sleek new bullet trains enter service

China's new bullet train models with the name Fuxing - meaning rejuvenation - emblazoned on the outside of the cars were officially launched on the Beijing-Shanghai high-speed railway line on Monday.

Shenzhen launches 'ladies first' subway cars

Shenzhen Metro Group launched "ladies first" subway cars on Monday, with the aim of providing a better traveling experience for female passengers and advocating care for women.

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City tourism chiefs look for greater sustainability

In the past 20 years, tourism has emerged as the fastest-growing pillar of Hong Kong's economy, boosted by a rise in the number of visitors from the Chinese mainland.