Postgraduate programs to boost career

Middle-aged workers looking for a career boost account for almost half of those in China applying for graduate management education, a global survey has found.

Plan promotes demonstration zones

China will build 10 innovation demonstration zones during the 13th Five-Year Plan (2016-20), according to a newly published development plan.

Car-hailing rules aim to improve urban traffic

Transport authorities in Beijing and Shanghai introduced rules on car-hailing services on Wednesday, aiming to regulate the industry and improve city traffic.

Chinese teachers shortlisted for international award

Two Chinese teachers have, for the first time, been named on the top-50 shortlist for the annual Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Prize, a prestigious international award.

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School head suspended over exams during smog

The principal of a middle school in Anyang city, Henan province, was suspended on Wednesday after making 480 students take an exam outside in thick smog.

Traditional hutong style to be restored

Beijing will restore 1,500 hutong - narrow alleyways - to their traditional style over the next four years, the city management commission announced on Wednesday.

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.