Hospitality sector checks out talent pool

High-end hotels in China are vying for talented people with the skills and passion to meet the increasing demand of the hospitality market, which is being driven by the expansion of international hotels in the nation and the rise in Chinese international travelers.

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Modi appoints yoga minister

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appointed a yoga minister in a major revamp of his government after coming to power in May, in a bid to promote the ancient practice.

Suspected Boko Haram attack kills 47 at school

Boko Haram was suspected of killing nearly 50 pupils on Monday in a suicide bombing in northeast Nigeria, in one of the worst attacks against schools teaching a so-called Western curriculum.

Carnival displays allure of Dapeng new district

The Dapeng new district in east Shenzhen, a booming area bordering Hong Kong, has become a popular destination for tourists.

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City makes a name in global finance

Driven by comprehensive wealth management and financial reform, Qingdao, a coastal city in east China's Shandong province, is making every effort to develop its finance sector.

Education upgrade for happy, healthy children

After creating surging economic growth and a good living environment, Licang district in Qingdao turned its attention to improving its education system.

Thriving volunteer network key to community

Three-legged races and semaphore shows were some of the fun activities at a sport festival held for more than 300 volunteers on a beach in Shinan district, Qingdao, on Oct 18.

Saudi Arabia: Driving ban easing possible

It's only for women over 30, who must be off the road by 8 pm and cannot wear makeup behind the wheel. But it's still a startling shift.

Mexico wants artifacts in Bonhams auction back

The Mexican government said on Friday that a quarter of the pre-Hispanic artifacts listed for sale in a Bonhams auction catalog are fakes and that it will take legal steps to win the return of the other, genuine artifacts.

Suspects confess to mass murder

Mexican drug gangs responsible for grisly killings of 43 students