China's civil research on drones is mainly carried out on campuses led by Tsinghua University. The Tsinghua drone, called "throne", flew on its own, without human control.
Flying enthusiasts are falling in love with the 'addictive' hobby that gives them the freedom to fly whenever they want.
A group of well-heeled mavericks from China is poised to take the global racing world by storm.
Although dancers have emphasized the positive aspects of their pastime, the amplified music they use has led to tensions with neighbors who say they are subjected to noise pollution.
A prototype high-tech amplifier designed by a group of college students may spell an end to quarrels and fights between elderly dancing enthusiasts and their annoyed neighbors.
Dancing in public spaces is a growing phenomenon in China, especially among retired women freed from the necessity of going to work and caring for their children.
Bikinis, beach volleyball and other entertainment help a summer festival grow every year.
"Beer brewers shall sell no beer to the citizens, unless it be three weeks old; to the foreigner they may knowingly sell younger beer."
Thirsty punters are flocking to Qingdao as the coastal city in Shandong province hosts its 24th annual beer festival.
The people of the countries of the former Soviet bloc are expanding their presence in what's commonly referred to as "Russiatown" in the Chinese capital.
Far fewer Russian traders are coming to buy wholesale at the area's fur market, the very reason the ethnic enclave in Yabaolu exists in the Chinese capital, writes Erik Nilsson.
Wang Xia, secretary-general of the China General Aviation Committee, has been studying general aviation in the country since 2001.