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Rouble concern not yet over

[2014-12-27 08:10]

The plunging rouble has dealt a serious blow to the Russian economy despite the arrest in its tide in the last few days.

History can't be changed like Japan's statute

[2014-12-27 08:10]

With Shinzo Abe commencing his third term as Japan's prime minister, the year of the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II will be pivotal.

The Chinese characters that define 2014

[2014-12-27 08:10]

People in Asian countries where Chinese characters are widely used, including Malaysia, Japan, Singapore and China, have been voting for the most representative characters of the year for the past few years. The polls normally organized by academics or the media are an interesting way of determining which events or incidents have affected the people most in a calendar year.

Economy brings smile back to Greeks

[2014-12-27 08:10]

The holiday season has brought cheers back to Greece and the rest of Europe.

Lack of fields penalizes soccer's grassroots growth

[2014-12-26 07:38]

Despite China's bold ambition to develop soccer at the grassroots, the lack of soccer fields has hampered public participation, said a national survey on sporting venues.

China will invest 5 trillion yuan in national fitness

[2014-12-26 07:38]

Yu Liang, the CEO of China's residential real estate developer Vanke, used to be a busy entrepreneur who seldom exercised. In order to pursue his dream of conquering Mount Qomolangma, also known as Mount Everest, he started running four years ago.

Beijing mayor eyes 5% drop in PM2.5

[2014-12-26 07:38]

Controlling air pollution will continue to be a priority for the Beijing municipal government in the coming year, with a decline expected in the concentration of fine airborne particles, the city's mayor said in a report.

Mao museum helps keep legacy alive

[2014-12-26 07:38]

Zhang Deben, a farmer in Xi'an, capital of Shaanxi province, is an avowed admirer of Mao Zedong and an avid collector of Mao memorabilia, which he has been searching out since his early teens.

Antibiotics found in Nanjing tap water

[2014-12-26 07:38]

Antibiotics have been found in China's surface water, even in the tap water supplying millions of people in cities, a new investigation found.

Foreigners flock to Taoism for natural balance

[2014-12-26 07:38]

After spending 19 years studying Taoist medical practices, Bernard Shannon opened his own temple in Palm Desert, California, in 2006.

Taoist thought down the centuries

[2014-12-26 07:38]

Taoism, also known as Daoism, is a religion with roots stretching back thousands of years. It grew out of a number of religious and philosophical traditions in ancient China.

Elderly prefer to stay at home

[2014-12-26 07:38]

Editor's note: Beijing's population is aging, and the city is investing in various services catering to the elderly. China Daily examines the efforts being made.

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