Ancient hotpot, modern cuisine

Sichuan hotpot dates back to the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) when it was first created in a small town along the upper reaches of the Yangtze River.

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Writer crying foul over auction of private letters

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High court rules: Squatters must give up trademark

After seven years of legal wrangling, Qiaqia Food Co recently won back the rights to its English-language trademark from a German company that had been squatting on it, according to People's Daily Online.

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New arrival

Besturn X80

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Auto group to up production

SUV segment sparks surge in light vehicle sales

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Lessons applied to new quake zone

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Independent spirit a ray of hope

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