Fee for Chinese dictionary irritates some

A new paid app for the Xinhua Dictionary - regarded as the highest authority on the Chinese language - has been criticized for charging for the product.

CPC disciplinary watchdog adjusts its inspection methods to be more effective

The top disciplinary agency of the Communist Party of China published results of its latest round of inspections into government offices and State-owned enterprises on Sunday, showing the impact of its modified methods.

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'Pandemic' possible with H7N9 virus

A study published by a prestigious international medical journal has warned that mutations in the bird flu H7N9 virus could lead to a "pandemic" that could cause sickness and death around the world.

Vaccine to be tested

Poultry in two southern regions will begin receiving the first vaccine against the H7N9 bird flu virus early next month, as authorities look to control the spread of the potentially fatal disease.

Bridge overcomes technical challenges

Editor's note: In the run-up to the 19th Communist Party of China National Congress, China Daily will cover a series of key projects and advanced equipment of national importance, showcasing the country's huge improvement and relentless efforts at innovation.

Improved transportation to spark regional prosperity

The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, which is expected to come into service this year, will not only open a window for cities on the western bank of the Pearl River estuary to access the global market but will facilitate the establishment of a world-class airport cluster, promoting the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, experts say.

Hospitals take aim at corruption

China's top health authority pledged on Monday to intensify the fight against irregularities in the health sector, such as doctors making money illegally through buying and prescribing drugs.

Typhoon Merbok slashes its way into S. China

Guangdong province is taking preventive measures to minimize losses from a looming typhoon.

Heritage preserved one stitch at a time

Peng Lin was so preoccupied with her needlework that she ignored the visitors looking at her Sichuan-style embroidery.

Talent flows when city offers benefits

Guangzhou has become a major destination for talent after the city launched a special "green card" program last year, official data suggest.

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