Scientist's work led to first Tibet railway

Extending China's railway network to the colder climes of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau a decade ago or Tajikistan as part of the current Belt and Road Initiative presented the problem of building a railroad on terrain subject to permafrost.

Beijing smoking ban begins to bite

Anti-smoking campaigners at home and abroad have hailed a new regulation on tobacco use in Beijing as a major step forward in the country's efforts to control smoking.

Market becomes driving force for foreign talents

Zhang Jianguo had opportunities in 2013 to talk face to face with more than 100 foreign experts in different fields and from different cities about their lives and work in China.

Overseas experts pursue their dreams

In addition to attracting overseas talent to support its development, China is now in a better position to fulfill foreign experts' dreams as well, experts said.

Pair of pandas go on show to public

A brief ceremony was held at Seac Pai Van Park in Macao on Sunday to introduce a pair of giant pandas - Kai Kai and Xin Xin - to the public after a monthlong quarantine.

Ancient city introduces entry fee for visitors

Visitors to the ancient city of Dali in southwest China's Yunnan province will be charged an entrance fee starting Sept 1 in order to cover maintenance costs, the government announced on Saturday.

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An overseas hacking group named Ocean Lotus has organized Internet hacks targeting the Chinese government's maritime administration, marine construction sector, research institutions and shipping companies, according to a new report by SkyEye of Qihoo 360 Technology Co.

President's best-seller gets boost in the United States

It sold 4.5 million copies globally in just half a year and has become popular with foreign leaders, diplomats and scholars.

El Nino impact on China likely 'to be moderate'

China's weather bureau said it expects El Nino to cause heavy rainfall in the south and create droughtlike conditions in the north this year, but the intensity is likely to be moderate.

Watchdog recruits first group of public service attorneys

China's top watchdog for quality swore in 30 public service lawyers on Thursday to facilitate the nation's efforts in strengthening the administration of law at Party and government organizations.

China Daily starts first French edition with Le Figaro

China Daily, China's largest English-language newspaper, launched its first French edition on Friday in partnership with France's largest newspaper, Le Figaro.

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