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Chinese classic gets new English translation

[2018-08-17 07:45]

A new translation of the celebrated historical epic, The Romance of the Three Kingdoms, has been completed.

'Freedom to think' theme of UK publishing event

[2018-08-17 07:45]

LONDON - The 2018 Edinburgh International Book Festival that opened on Aug 11 calls upon authors, participants and audiences to consider the importance of freedom in a world where democracy and capitalism are being brought into question.

WINE DOWN THE TRACK

[2018-08-17 07:45]

All aboard! All aboard! The train departing for Yinchuan at 8 pm has one notable addition - an extra boutique carriage that houses a bespoke wine-tasting room and six luxury sleeping compartments.

Izu Yasaimura opens new brunch outlet in Beijing

[2018-08-17 07:45]

Izu Yasaimura, a pioneer in pairing hotpot with sashimi, unlimited sushi and Japanese desserts in Beijing, recently launched its seventh brunch place in the capital, after its first foray abroad - a brunch outlet in Sydney in May.

Eat beat

[2018-08-17 07:45]

Lots in store for oyster fans

ADAPTING TO A NEW IDIOM

[2018-08-17 07:45]

China Idiom Stories is one of the most popular shows produced by the China National Theatre for Children. Launched in 2014, each production in the series features three short plays based on traditional Chinese idioms.

Shanghai event showcases China's progress in ballet

[2018-08-17 07:45]

The recently concluded 6th Shanghai International Ballet Competition showcased the progress that Chinese ballet has achieved over the past few decades.

Local heroes

[2018-08-16 07:34]

While most of the stories that Marvel has told during its 79 years center around larger-than-life superheroes, the company's long-standing principle - which reflects that of founder Stan Lee - is that the settings and characters in the Marvel universe, for the most part, should reflect the world outside fans' windows.

Shark thriller stands out in sea of new releases

[2018-08-16 07:34]

NEW YORK - Adding to Hollywood's sizzling summer, the shark thriller The Meg opened well above expectations with an estimated $44.5 million in ticket sales, while Spike Lee had his best debut in a decade.

The Italian job

[2018-08-16 07:34]

For many fans of Hong Kong cinema, Tony Leung Chiu-wai was born to be an actor whose "eyes can speak".

Zhang Yimou to receive top honor

[2018-08-16 07:34]

ROME - Celebrated Chinese director Zhang Yimou will receive the Jaeger-LeCoultre Glory to the Filmmaker award at this year's Venice Film Festival, organizers announced recently.

Chip labor

[2018-08-15 07:29]

The little robotic waiter wheels up to the table, raises its glass lid to reveal a steaming plate of local Shanghai-style crayfish and announces in low, mechanical tones, "Enjoy your meal."

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