Regulator gives go-ahead to major Xinjiang telescope

Plans to build one of the world's largest moving single-dish radio telescopes in northwestern China have been given the green light, it was announced on Thursday.

Drones used to prospect for resources

Chinese drones are being used to carry out geophysical surveys in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, saving time and money compared with traditional methods, according to the manufacturer.

Marriott website shut for cleanup

Marriott International, the world's largest hotel company, has been told to shut down its Chinese website and mobile apps for one week while it removes any illegal content on its platforms.

Cities told to combat smog risk

Beijing and surrounding areas have been mostly blessed with blue skies this winter, after massive reductions in air pollutants. But that may change this month as the wind dies down, according to forecasts.

Shops begin selling 2022 memorabilia

Beijing opened the first seven stores selling licensed products for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic Games and Paralympic Games on Wednesday, to meet the demand from collectors and sport fans.

Science to spark economy, minister says

China will focus on using science and innovation to boost the national economy and improve people's livelihoods in 2018, a senior official said on Tuesday.

European speakers impressed with nation's tech inventions

Parliamentary speakers from Nordic and Baltic countries showed great interest in new technologies being developed in China on Wednesday, hoping to encourage innovation and cooperation with their homelands.

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Flu season to drop off as schools break for winter

The peak season for flu, which has been spreading more aggressively than previous years, will trail off as usual at the start of the winter school vacation this month, according to a senior health official.

Doctor shortage closes children's clinic

A major hospital in Tianjin confirmed on Tuesday it has been forced to close its pediatrics department due to a shortage of doctors.

Minister: Biosafety remains a challenge

China continues to face challenges in ensuring biosafety against invasive species brought into the country, the top quarantine official said on Tuesday.

Search for missing sailors expanded

A body recovered after two vessels collided in the East China Sea on Saturday was handed to the civil affairs authorities on Tuesday, as the search for the 31 other missing sailors was expanded, the Ministry of Transport said.