Gadgets around us will keep getting smarter

Our cars, our homes, our appliances and even our toys: Things around us are going to keep getting smarter. In 2016, we'll entrust even more of our lives and their intimate details to machines - not to mention the companies that run them.

A look back, and a technology wish list for 2016

This past year brought lots of new products, services and features - including a few that even managed to improve everyday life.

Belles at the ball

The year's top stories for travelers

Rio and Cuba. The Pope's Year of Mercy and artist Christo's walk on water.

A giant Buddha and a view from above Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a crowded, busy place, but there is a way to escape the city, visit a giant Buddha and feel like you're nearly floating in the clouds.

Best bets

Don Quixote By The National Ballet of China

Two chances are better than one

Andrew Jackson, the seventh president of the United States, said, "It is a damn poor mind indeed that can't think of at least two ways of spelling any word."

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Giving christmas a different spin

It is that time of the year again - when family, decorations, turkey, the advent calendar, gifts, Christmas trees and Santa Claus take centerstage. Streets are illuminated and decorated. So, while all this is familiar stuff, some people around the world are starting new traditions like underwater Santas. Here are some things which make Christmas more magical and festive.

World of wonders on display

Expo features the latest and most advanced Internet tech and products

Company leaders: Web tech crucial for industry upgrade

Internet technologies are vital for the transformation of traditional industries and addressing issues like structural reforms and overcapacity, experts said on Thursday.

Tech giants place emphasis on the Internet of Things

The Internet of Things could well be the next El Dorado for the tech industry in China as companies scramble to put everything online, experts said on Thursday.