China promises clean Olympics
China will send its largest ever delegation of athletes to the 2008 Olympics. And the country promises that next year's Games here in Beijing will be clean.
Olympics preparations going well
There are 294 days to go till the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. On the sidelines of the CPC National Congress, a CPC congress delegate and senior official of BOCOG says everything is going smoothly. He expressed the hope that the 2008 Olympic Games will help enhance the image of Beijing as an international city.
Efforts protect Olympic IPR
As the 2008 Beijing Games approaches, the government has been working to create a sound environment for intellectual property. On Friday, the director of the State Intellectual Property Office said the country has done a lot to protect Olympic IPR.
Gymnast Wang Yan on road to recovery
Chinese gymnast Wang Yan is on the road to recovery after falling from the uneven bars at the National Gymnastics Championships in June this year. After four months of therapy, the good news is Wang Yan is now able to stand up and walk.
Rain has affected the ongoing Special Olympics in Shanghai, and many were scrambling at Tuesday's track and field events due to Monday's delay.
Blue diamond sets auction record price
A rare flawless blue diamond fetched a record price at auction in Hong Kong that broke down to more than $1 million per carat.
Chinese art sweeps auction
At Sotheby's autumn sales on Sunday, Chinese artists have racked up new records. The stunning new prices highlight the world's new enthusiasm for contemporary Chinese art. What's more, experts believe this is just the beginning.
Beijing to add six subway lines
The Beijing municipal government has promised to add at least six more subway lines in the coming years.
