Economy strives for quality environment

Volvo's auto engine manufacturing factory in Zhangjiakou produced 10,000 engines by the end of April.

Jeweler set to sparkle in China

American luxury diamond brand Hearts On Fire plans on expanding its China business to meet the market's growing demand for luxury lifestyles.

Thinking outside of the bridge box

George Lucas said, "If the boy and girl walk off into the sunset hand-in-hand in the last scene, it adds 10 million to the box office."

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Samuel Johnson, an 18th-century English essayist, said, "The two offices of memory are collection and distribution."

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Call to tourists from one ... of the birthplaces of China

Being from China, I was a little ashamed that I didn't know Linfen was one of the birthplaces of the Chinese nation.

Color and pageantry of the Ethnic Games

Originating from ancient farm work and military training, traditional ethnic sports in China have evolved into one of the country's most distinctive cultural elements appealing to athletic fans nationwide.

Rich tapestry of sporting events

Jianqiu, or shuttlecock kicking

Ancient practice that brings calm and fitness

At the entrance to the gym at Beijing Sport University's health qigong training center, a dark plaque with the two bright Chinese characters ping jing easily draws the attention of visitors.