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Champion of pedal power never gives up

[2015-08-15 08:31]

Ines Brunn loves bikes. The German has lived in Beijing for more than 10 years and in that time has had a lot to say about what the city should do to promote cycling.

A stand-out exponent of stand-up comedy

[2015-08-15 08:31]

When the United States government shut down for about two weeks in October 2013, Tony Chou was studying professional stand-up shows in the country, and one night in Washington he got the chance to perform.

Youngsters reign

[2015-08-14 07:54]

As equestrian pursuits become more popular, children are leading the charge. Yang Feiyue reports.

Malls the place to be if you want goods or God

[2015-08-14 07:54]

As she eyes the colorful ice creams on offer at a Baskin-Robbins in one of Manila's most luxurious shopping centers, Philippine teenager Jamie Gamboa admits to being an incurable mall rat - but not only for the shopping.

Driven by the love of four-footed partners

[2015-08-14 07:54]

When Chinese-American Mary Peng came to Beijing in the early 1990s, she could not find any international-standard veterinary hospital for her adopted cat, Boo Boo.

Starch power

[2015-08-14 07:54]

Noodles are mealtime stars in Shanxi province. Yang Feiyue explores the food and the fun that goes with it in Taiyuan.

Astronauts chow down on space-grown lettuce

[2015-08-14 07:54]

Astronaut Scott Kelly used a small bottle to spread olive oil and balsamic vinegar on his leaf, much as one might spread ketchup on a hot dog.

Vows of silence

[2015-08-14 07:54]

Despite the plethora of paparazzi and other invasive media, Hollywood stars are managing to marry without public fanfare.

The eyes have it

[2015-08-14 07:54]

A perfect summer look never lacks a pair of statement sunglasses. No matter how casually you dress, some eyewear can always bring it to the next level effortlessly. If you are still searching for the perfect shades, check these out.

Lobster lust

[2015-08-14 07:54]

The US city of Boston is famous for its lobsters, and this month they are the stars of a five-course set at Cepe, the Italian fine-dining restaurant at Beijing's Ritz-Carlton Financial Center. Lobster is high in protein, low in fat, and contains Omega 3 fatty acid, which is beneficial for your heart and your brain. OK, who are we kidding? We're eating it because it's a yummy summer treat. Our favorite course is the baby lobster carpaccio, prettily served with lobster tea, herbs, an egg and caviar. It's 258 yuan ($42) plus 15-percent service charge, or 1,188 yuan plus service charge for the five-course meal.

Memories of war

[2015-08-13 08:16]

The museum at Beijing's Marco Polo Bridge chronicles an era of anguish - before the final victory against Japanese invasion, Wang Kaihao reports.

Military doctor came of age on battlefield

[2015-08-13 08:16]

For Dong Bingkun, becoming a military doctor for the Red Army was not initially his choice of a life path, but he doesn't regret it.

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