Traditional, classic moments at Bridal Fashion Week

NEW YORK - For some designers, Bridal Fashion Week meant a turn to modern yet classic dresses with plenty of options in sleeves, necklines and silhouettes.

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Time to admire flowers

According to China's solar calendar, which comprises 24 solar terms, the Grain Rain period, or guyu, began on April 20. The solar term implies that there is increased rainfall during the period, which is good for the growth of grain. So, it is a good time to get out of the city and experience nature as the weather gets warmer and the view greener.

Canada's Prince Edward Island eyes more Chinese visitors

The smallest province in Canada, Prince Edward Island is known for its beautiful beaches, delicious food and world-class golf facilities.

Gulf states look at China

DUBAI - Airline executives and hospitality executives said on Monday that they expect Chinese inbound tourism to the Middle East to continue to boom following the lifting of visa restrictions by several Arab states. They made the remarks at the 24th edition of the Arabian Travel Market fair and exhibition.

Sharing great writing

"We know Canadian contemporary literature much better than they know ours," says Bai Ye, director of the China Contemporary Literature Study Association, at a recent forum in Beijing on cultural translation and studies.

Publisher collects Wang's works in new volume

Chinese author Wang Xiaobo died 20 years ago, but his works are still popular among Chinese readers.

Amazon report shows Chinese keen on reading

Amazon China, one of the largest online booksellers, released its 2017 Reading Report on April 20, which shows a continued interest in reading and some new trends among Chinese readers.

Jeff Kinney marks 10th anniversary of Wimpy Kid series

NEW YORK - Jeff Kinney remembers when his goal was to write a book, one big book, for grown-ups.

Life stories

During a trek to the mountains of Hubei province, in 2015, documentary filmmaker Jin Xingzheng heard the story of a woman in her 80s who has long taken care of her mentally ill son.

Five-country coproduction to open BRICS film festival

Chinese filmmaker Jia Zhangke has teamed up with four established directors from Brazil, Russia, India and South Africa to make a movie.

French veteran plans China film

In the cinematic world, Jacques Perrin is almost the alternative term for nature documentaries. The 76-year-old French director is known for his works like Winged Migration (2001) and Oceans (2010).