Wars must not break law of humanity

One hundred and fifty years ago to the day, the first Geneva Convention for the Amelioration of the Condition of the Wounded and Sick in Armed Forces in the Field was adopted, enshrining the idea in international law that even in times of war, a certain degree of humanity must be preserved. Switzerland and the International Committee of the Red Cross, which together helped to secure acceptance for international humanitarian law on the world stage at that time, are now calling for stricter compliance with this principle, as there remains a lack of effective mechanisms for encouraging compliance around the globe.

Islamic State a threat to the world

It would be imprecise to refer to the terrorist "regime" led by its self-proclaimed Khalifah "Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi" as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIS). In June the dreaded leader removed the geographical restriction of his "state", replacing it with just "Islamic State" and commanding Muslims across the world to pledge loyalty to the new "ISIS".

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State-owned enterprises pay reform 国企降薪令(guo qi jiang xin ling)

Say 'no' to drugs, not 'sorry' for using them

Public scrutiny of celebrity drug users has peaked with the detention of kung fu superstar Jackie Chan's son in Beijing. Jaycee Chan, 31, also an actor, was detained on Aug 14 along with 23-year-old Taiwan movie star Kai Ko. Beijing police said on Aug 18 that both actors had tested positive for marijuana and admitted using the drug. Besides, 100 grams of marijuana was seized from Jaycee Chan's house in Beijing.

Learn from Deng's diplomacy

This year marks the 110th anniversary of the birth of Deng Xiaoping. Although seventeen years have elapsed since Deng's passing away in 1997, China is still forging ahead in the overall direction of reform and opening-up to the outside world that Deng charted for China after he became the paramount leader at the end of the 1970s.

Billionaire's racist talk can't derail ties

Australian billionaire-turned legislator Clive Palmer's TV rant against China has naturally met with strong condemnation from both China and Australia. Palmer's insulting remarks only lay himself bare as a man of low character and a politician with no sense of responsibility.

Stars must clean up their act

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Moral pressure on celebrities

Albeit the illegal drug use of celebrities remains a small probability event, accounting for a very small percentage of all drug-related cases in China according to the police, the drug use of these celebrities has still aroused public concern about the credibility of these stars. As recognized public figures with outstanding influence and great charisma, celebrities are likely to face increasing skepticism regarding their behavior and integrity due to these fallen idols. Even worse, the subsequent prejudice against a certain group of public figures might even deal a blow to the overall trust in society.

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Japan suppliers fined to protect consumers

China imposed the largest anti-trust fine in its regulatory history on a dozen Japanese auto parts manufactures and suppliers on Wednesday, reflecting its resolve to prevent market leaders from jeopardizing consumer interests through price manipulation.

Anti-'Occupy Central' a reply to HK dissidents

The much-anticipated anti-"Occupy Central" protest was held in Hong Kong on Sunday afternoon. While different parties will continue to debate the actual turnout, the march was a considerable success. Before Sunday, the Alliance for Peace and Democracy, the event organizers, predicted a turnout of over 120,000 people. This target appears to have been comfortably met. Opponents continue to discredit the protest, saying participants were either coerced or bribed into participating, but the true significance of the march was that it signaled a new mindset for the pro-establishment camp.

No change in blacks' plight despite Obama

Tension has been escalating in Ferguson, Missouri, since the fatal shooting of unarmed teenager Michael Brown by a police officer early this month, with the shooting triggering debate on whether it was the result of racial discrimination. And this warrants a broader look at the issue of how African-Americans are faring in US society today.