Services growth hits 8-month low

A gauge of China's non-manufacturing industries declined to an eight-month low in September, indicating rising pressure for the government to introduce new stimulus methods to counter a property downturn.

Soccer pundit sacked for 'insults'

A soccer commentator in Shanghai has been fired and could face an ethics investigation after he allegedly insulted a visiting team.

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Premier Li Keqiang is to visit Germany, Russia, Italy and the UN Food and Agricultural Organization headquarters from Tuesday to Oct 15.

GM to sink $14b into China over five years

General Motors is to invest $14 billion in China over the next five years and open five new manufacturing plants to increase annual sales in the world's largest car market to nearly 5 million vehicles.

Rail wheels put Magang Group on fast track to future development

As China's iron and steel industry continues to struggle after years of overcapacity, Magang Group sees the manufacturing of train wheels as one of its strengths as the pace of railway construction accelerates.

Obama backs stable, constructive ties

US President Barack Obama expressed his commitment to building a stable and constructive US-China relationship, according to a statement from the White House on Wednesday.

Visitors shun popular areas on first day of holiday

Many popular tourist spots saw sharp falls in the number of visitors on the first day of the seven-day National Day holiday.

September's manufacturing index showing sluggishness

Growth in China's manufacturing sector remained subdued in September, a sign that the world's second-largest economy is still struggling to recover its momentum.

Agency: Facebook, YouTube refuse to delete terror material

A Chinese government-backed agency has said Facebook and YouTube have refused to delete material involving terrorism and violence, which have become a major challenge, especially in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region.

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Premier welcomes experts

The best award for foreign experts in China - except for the golden badge and invitation to the National Day banquet - may be Premier Li Keqiang's pledge for a streamlined procedure to get a permanent residency permit.