No exceptions to the rule of law

Discussions at the Fourth Plenary Session of the 18th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, scheduled from Monday to Thursday in Beijing, will focus on how to strengthen the rule of law in the country.

Asia's growth prospects remain solid

China's economic reform process will benefit from solid growth in the Asian region. According to our latest Regional Economic Outlook Update (October 2014), Asia's near-term growth prospects remain solid even as other world regions slip slightly.

Comeliness of a long distance runner

All of a sudden marathon seems to have become the talk of the times.

Ishikawa's 3-run HR lifts Giants

San Francisco knocks out defending NL champs to set up date with KC

Messi eyes record on 10th anniversary

In a week that marked the 10th anniversary of his competitive debut for Barcelona, Lionel Messi could become the all-time top scorer in the history of La Liga.

Palace a tough testing ground for Chelsea

Jose Mourinho will judge the progress of his Chelsea side when the Premier League leader travels to face Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Saturday.

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CAFL is gaining big yardage

US-style arena football league aims to make an impact in China

Wang wowed by tigerish enthusiasm

Coach Ed Wang is something of a football god to his fledgling Shenyang Tigers.

Any hope for bottom feeders?

For all the excitement over the rise of the Cowboys, improvement of the Browns and impressive performances by the Chargers, the NFL also is weighed down by some very weak teams.

NFL legend Rice coming to China

NFL China will welcome San Francisco 49ers legend and NFL Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Jerry Rice to China for a visit from Nov 14-23 that will take him to NFL Home Field sites in Beijing and Shanghai. He will interact with fans during meet-and-greet sessions, lead on-field clinics and be the guest of honor at University Bowl VI in Shanghai on Nov 22-23.