Capital's tech center shows off IT services

Zhongguancun National Innovation Demonstration Zone, China's high-tech industrial hub, is showcasing its business opportunities in the technology services sector at the ongoing Beijing International Fair for Trade in Services, which lasts from May 28 to June 1.

E-book publishers talk copyright protection

There is an even more pressing need for copyright protection in the age of digital publications, said Tong Zhilei, chairman and president of online e-book publisher ChineseAll, at a recent forum in Beijing on online copyright protection.

DHgate aids small firms with big goals

While many business-to-business e-commerce websites are vying for big deals from top brands to achieve revenue and profit growth, website DHgate is focusing on helping China's small and micro enterprises do business overseas.

HD TV sales hot in Beijing

With the total number of subscribers surpassing 2.8 million, Beijing has developed into the country's largest market for high-definition (HD) interactive digital television.

Firms urged to help staff live healthily

A survey conducted by China Health Education Center under the Ministry of Health shows that as a result of high pressure at work more than 80 percent of company employees in China are suffering from not only physical but also psychological problems and nearly half cannot maintain a healthy lifestyle.

$1m for education innovation

Hewlett-Packard Co, the world's largest PC maker, set up a $1 million fund to support education innovation in China. The fund will be used in teacher training through technology methods.

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Changsha: Growth fueling industry, quality of life

Changsha, the capital of Central China's Hunan province, has risen to national prominence over the past three decades as a result of its rapid economic growth.

City projects promote investment

Editor's note: Changsha is offering a range of projects to investors as the city in Central China continues to develop:

Investment heaven

The city of Rio de Janeiro is known around the world for its natural beauty, gorgeous beaches, friendly people and its yearly "Carnaval".

Sports events spur growth in developing country

Global athletic competitions to have long-lasting effects for their host city

Special police squads bring order back to blighted slums

More than just a simple eyesore, the slums that house more than one-third of Rio de Janeiro's population pose a great challenge for city leaders as they prepare to host the next World Cup and 2016 Summer Olympics.