China gains ground in ranking of research

Academic research papers from China garner the second most worldwide citations, after those from the United States but ahead of those from the United Kingdom, according to a new study.

Virtual reality helps drug addicts to recover in Shanghai rehab centers

Drug rehabilitation centers in Shanghai have become the first in China to use virtual reality technology to help addicts, according to the city government.

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New diplomatic approach is practical and cosmopolitan

An amendment to the constitution of the Communist Party of China incorporating the latest concepts, theories and strategies of the leadership is to be submitted for review to the Party's 19th National Congress, which begins on Wednesday.

A praiseworthy achievement

At the recent annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank, Jim Yong Kim, president of the World Bank, said that China's accomplishment in pulling 800 million people out of poverty was a historic achievement and "one of the great stories in human history".

Raised forecasts reflect positive prospects for China's economy

THE INTERNATIONAL MONETARY FUND raised its forecast for China's economic growth this year to 6.8 percent on Wednesday. This is the fourth time this year the IMF has raised its forecast for China. Late last month, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development also adjusted upwards its forecast for China's growth this year, raising it from 6.6 percent to 6.8 percent. Beijing News comments:

Training helps improve law enforcement

THE SUPREME PEOPLE'S COURT for the first time used video presentations of specific scenarios in a training session for court officers at both the central and local levels. Southern Metropolis Daily commented on Monday:

Transparency of online donations gains public's trust

SINCE THE CHARITY LAW that encourages online donations came into effect in September last year, online donations have exceeded 2 billion yuan ($303.78 million). Southern Metropolis Daily comments:

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Party's plans look to deal with changes

On Wednesday, the Communist Party of China will hold its 19th National Congress. Held every five years, the national Party congresses herald important changes for the country.

Tapping growing potential of AI industry

The global artificial intelligence market has experienced explosive growth in recent years, and this game-changing technology is now considered the "next big thing" after the mobile internet.