Traces of ancient homes discovered in Sichuan

Archaeologists have discovered more than 3,500 ancient post holes on the Anning River Plain in Sichuan province.

Road controls hamper delivery services

Heavy smog in many cities in China has resulted in a massive delay in courier services from major express delivery companies.

Report: New laws required to reduce traffic risk

China should amend its law on road traffic safety, as the illegal production and modification of vehicles and electric bikes poses mounting threats to road safety, according to a report released by the top legislature on Wednesday.

Maiden flight showcases chopper industry progress

China conducted the maiden flight of a new utility helicopter on Tuesday morning in Harbin, capital of Heilongjiang province, which designers said indicates the nation has become a top developer of civilian helicopters.

AVIC developing ultrafast tilt-rotor aircraft

Chinese helicopter designers are focusing on the development of an ultrafast tilt-rotor aircraft capable of flying 500 kilometers per hour, the nation's top helicopter researcher said.

Acting governor appointed in northwestern province

Wang Jianjun, a senior official in Northwest China's Qinghai province, has been appointed acting governor of the province, replacing Hao Peng who became the top official at the nation's top regulatory body for State-owned enterprises this month.

Ex-senior official given life sentence

Du Shanxue, 60, former deputy governor of Shanxi province, was sentenced on Tuesday to life in prison for offering and taking bribes.

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Investment helps 10 million people rise from poverty

China has lifted more than 10 million rural residents out of poverty this year with a record-breaking investment of 100 billion yuan ($14.4 billion) in government funds, and it plans to pull another 10 million people out of poverty next year.

Crimes to be punished severely

Telecom and online fraudsters will face heavier punishments if their behavior causes death or long-term mental distress, according to a new judicial guideline.

Medical waste turned into tableware, toys

Police in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, arrested three suspects who allegedly traded thousands of tons of medical waste that was later processed into disposable tableware and fake brand-name toys.

The silk road in the sky

The unbroken thread of every silkworm stretches more than 1.5 kilometers.