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Standards for firefighters rise as new guidelines take effect

The reform of the country's recruitment system for firefighters will help form a national rescue team with enhanced professionalism, according to experts.

Criminal gang leader sentenced to life in prison

The head of a criminal gang from Changsha, Hunan province, was sentenced to life imprisonment and confiscation of all property on Tuesday for 15 crimes, including organizing and leading a mafia-style criminal gang, according to the Changde Intermediate People's Court.

Region boosts profile of ancient Tibetan healing

Doctors working in the Tibet autonomous region's traditional Tibetan medicine hospitals are feeling more confident about their careers thanks to the regional government's efforts to boost recognition of traditional healing practices.

English criteria in China linked to international tests

China's Standard of English Language Ability, or CSE, the country's first evaluation standard for English proficiency, has been linked with the International English Language Testing System and Aptis, marking its official entry into the international examination system.

China cements place in scientific elite

On March 31, 1978, an 86-year-old man wracked with pneumonia made his final public appearance in front of a packed audience at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.

Xinjiang to keep pressure on terrorism

The Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region will maintain pressure against terrorist activities and make frequent terrorist attacks in the region a thing of the past, the chairman of the regional government said on Monday.

Preparations for 2022 Olympics gearing up

China's preparation this year for the 2022 Winter Olympics will focus on venue readiness and training of Games-related staff, according to local governments.

Beijing to launch next phase of subcenter construction

Beijing plans to launch the second phase of subcenter construction in its eastern Tongzhou district and build a comprehensive transportation hub, as soon as key municipal organs move to new offices in the subcenter, a senior official said on Monday.

Shandong births drop, hinting at trend

Births in Shandong province - a barometer of the national birth trend - are believed to have slumped last year, following a baby boom, lending credence to projections of a substantial drop in China's total births.

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Mine collapse smothers 21 underground

A collapse at a coal mine in Shenmu, Shaanxi province on Saturday killed 21 miners, local authorities said.