Law to get tough on domestic violence

Committing domestic violence can result in penalties as severe as the death sentence, according to a guideline released by China's top judicial authorities on Wednesday.

Shanghai solves UK's math problem

A popular mathematics textbook from Shanghai will be published in the UK this summer, as part of the country's efforts to learn from the city's excellent mathematics teaching methods.

Californian raids target 'maternity tourist' industry

Investigators from the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement raided about 20 southern California locations on Tuesday to investigate "maternity tourists", mainly from China.

William speaks out against ruthless poaching of elephants

Prince William visited a sanctuary for Asian elephants in Yunnan province on Wednesday to highlight wildlife protection.

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Anti-graft probe to double its efforts in coming year

The anti-corruption authority swore on Tuesday that it will more than double its effort to expand its investigation to cover all government offices and State-owned enterprises this year.

Shanghai gives William a royal welcome

Prince William received a warm welcome in Shanghai on Tuesday, on the second leg of his trip to China, the first visit by a senior British royal for almost three decades.

20 killed as bus carrying opera group runs off cliff

Police are investigating a bus crash on Monday night that killed 20 people, many of them members of an opera group.

Courier companies sign up to curb illegal trade in ivory, rhino horn

Major courier companies in China announced on Tuesday that they will have zero tolerance for trading in illegal wildlife and wildlife products.

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Two sides to documentary Super China

A China-themed documentary titled Super China, which was aired by the Republic of Korea's state broadcaster KBS from January 15 to 24, received a high viewing rating in the ROK, which caught Chinese attention.

UN debate shows China's bigger global role

China has shown it is shouldering growing global responsibility by leading an open debate on global peace and security, while holding the presidency of the United Nations Security Council this month.