Users should have the final say on what apps are on their devices

BEIJING-BASED DARE&SURE LAW FIRM has brought the first anti-monopoly case against Apple in China. Beijing-based newspaper The Mirror comments:

Nature needs time to recover after earthquake

JIUZHAIGOU COUNTY in Southwest China's Sichuan province has long been famous for its scenic wonders, and tourism is a supporting pillar of the local economy. Yet a magnitude 7 earthquake on Tuesday damaged many of the local scenic spots. The most famous of them, Nuorilang Waterfall, has almost "disappeared". Beijing News calls for patience to let nature itself repair the scenic wonders:

Consumers have the right to use cash for purchases

SEVERAL ELECTRONIC payment service providers have launched "no cash days" with the aim of boosting the popularity of electronic payments. However, some of the shops participating in the activities have reportedly refused to accept cash payments from their customers. Gmw.cn comments:

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Boycotting Chinese goods would harm India

The ongoing standoff between the Chinese and Indian troops in China's Donglang area seems to have spilled over into bilateral exchanges. According to reports, Shobha Karandlaje, Karnataka provincial general secretary of India's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, has voiced support for a campaign against Chinese goods sponsored by the radical right-wing group Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh.

New rule for elderly has good intentions

Editor's note: Since single children of their families are finding it increasingly difficult to take care of their parents, some provincial-level governments have formulated a policy to grant employees "nursing leave" so that they can fulfill their filial duties. Four experts share their views on how to better deal with the challenges of aging society with China Daily. Excerpts follow:

US Trade Act won't impede China's progress

US President Donald Trump will sign an executive memorandum on Monday authorizing the US trade representative to determine whether to investigate China's intellectual property and trade practices, which could pave the way for Trump to use Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 to impose tariffs on Chinese goods and eventually trigger a trade war.

Faced with rising opposition forces, Abe's future looks uncertain

Japan's political landscape is not expected to stabilize to suit Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's style of politics despite the Cabinet reshuffle on Aug 3. Support for his administration is not constant, although approval ratings have risen slightly.

China rips into EU for 'unfair' dumping duties

The Commerce Ministry deplores bloc's moves on steels, truck tires

Novelis taps into e-vehicle potential

As China clamps down on pollution, companies such as aluminum producer Novelis Inc see a business opportunity.

CISA decodes steel rise, raps speculators

The China Iron and Steel Association or CISA has sought to calm the market that has been in turmoil of late due to runaway commodity prices.

Outbound M&A to stabilize in H2

The second half of the year will see China's outbound mergers and acquisitions stabilizing, in the wake of the slump in the first six months, according to a new report issued jointly by the China Mergers & Acquisitions Association and international accounting firm EY, formerly Ernst & Young.