Alibaba's use of 'pig' for new web name angers Muslims

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba changed the name of its travel website to cater to the younger generation, its primary customer group, the company announced on Tuesday.

Shanghai natives seek own kind

Nearly 80 percent of young, single people in Shanghai said they want their partners to have been born in the city, a survey showed.

Central bank to remove 1 jiao coin series

One series of the 1 jiao coin (0.15 cents) was to be removed from circulation starting on Tuesday, making the coin more valuable for collectors, according to a report by Modern Express.

Handwriting, symbols found at emperor's tomb

Handwriting and symbols were recently discovered at the tomb of Emperor Liu He from the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC-AD 24), as archaeologists began dismantling the outer coffin, according to Nanchang Evening News.

Nuclear safety prioritized

People will be better informed about nuclear-related information and be allowed to voice their opinions if they suspect they will be impacted by nuclear activities, according to a draft law released on Monday.

Geological data will get tighter oversight

The top legislature is reading a draft amendment to the Surveying and Mapping Law, which aims to ensure the safety of geological data, while taking advantage of it.

Observers praise CPC's resolve to strictly govern Party

Overseas observers have praised the resolve of the Communist Party of China to strictly govern the Party, saying it will enhance the Party's governance capacity and help it lead China to an all-round moderately prosperous society.

Survey discovers little awareness of the environment and its effect on health

A survey has found a relatively low level of awareness about health and the environment in China, and a lack of knowledge of effective tools for people to protect their rights.

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Unmanned combat drone to be exported

China has granted an export license for the CH-5 reconnaissance/combat drone, which is believed to be one of the most powerful unmanned combat aircraft in the world.

Chinese researchers find their niche

A new study has identified 30 scientific frontiers where Chinese research excels.

Cult seeks converts on the mainland

A resurgent cult headquartered in Taiwan has been found actively soliciting members on the Chinese mainland as well as in areas overseas recently, according to a report from Beijing News.