Foreign consumers struggle to complain
2011-03-15 07:58:41
Foreign shoppers in Beijing say they feel left in the dark when it comes to consumer rights.
Heating supply cut as cold snap hits capital
2011-03-15 07:58:41
The capital's heating supply will be cut as scheduled from midnight on Tuesday, according to Beijing officials.
Grads looking past Beijing
2011-03-14 07:57:24
Fresh graduates from the capital's colleges are increasingly setting their sights on opportunities in smaller cities at campus job fairs.
Residents urged to dig deep for green vision
2011-03-14 07:57:24
Four million trees will be planted in Beijing in 2011 as part of efforts to sow the seeds of a greener capital.
Plans to rouse 'sleeper town'
2011-03-14 07:57:24
City planners will attempt to "wake up" Tongzhou district over the next five years with a major development aimed at creating tens of thousands of jobs.
Dylan fans in rush for tickets
2011-03-14 07:57:24
Almost 2,000 Bob Dylan fans have already reserved their tickets for the American legend's Beijing gig - one week before they are expected to go on sale.
Health action targets high intake of salt, oil
2011-03-10 07:57:31
Beijingers are being urged to halve their daily intake of salt and oil as part of draft guidelines aimed at getting residents to live healthier lifestyles.
Guo'an scrap draw after tickets slump
2011-03-10 07:57:31
Beijing Guo'an Football Club has scrapped plans to hold a lucky draw for fans unable to get season tickets due to a severe slump in sales.
Crime kids' fresh start
2011-03-10 07:57:31
Three young offenders have seen their criminal records wiped clean as part of an ongoing pilot program to help them get their lives back on track.
Firms use loophole to evade home ban
2011-03-09 08:04:01
Real estate agents are exploiting a loophole to dodge tough new measures that ban non-Beijing residents from buying homes in the capital.
Celebrity homes get protection status
2011-03-09 08:04:01
Historic homes once owned by some of Beijing's most influential people were added to a list of the capital's most valued cultural heritage sites on Monday.
Backlash over Apple refund promotion
2011-03-09 08:04:01
Furious Apple customers in Beijing are turning to consumer rights watchdogs after being denied refunds promised in promotions for the newly released iPad 2.