Commanding the world's respect

Mention of "amorphous alloys" may not immediately ring a bell, but think frames of mobile phone hinge of Huawei or door-lock cases of Tesla cars, and you will get a sense of how widespread their applications are - something Dongguan Eontec Co Ltd is well aware of and keen to exploit on a global scale.

Tariff-free kiwifruit juices up China-NZ ties

WELLINGTON - The weather is pleasant and cool in northern New Zealand at the end of March. The farms in Tauranga grow vast stretches of a nutrient-rich fruit with soft, green flesh and a unique taste. It is kiwifruit, a signature farm produce of New Zealand. The fruits will later reach thousands of families after being sent to Zespri for sorting and packing.

Boosting Chinese wealth in style

As president and founder of Connecticut Hedge Fund Association, a Greenwich-based association that represents the world's second largest hedge fund center, Bruce McGuire has been playing a key role in developing China's asset management industry.

On the move

CBRC head Guo now part of PBOC monetary panel

Chelsea bracing for more Spurs pressure

LONDON - Midfielder Cesc Fabregas said Chelsea won't buckle under the strain of Tottenham's relentless pursuit as the Premier League title race ratchets up another notch this weekend.

Olympic marathon champ flunks drug test

PARIS - Jemima Sumgong, the first female Kenyan to win Olympic marathon gold when she triumphed at Rio last August, has failed an out-of-competition dope test, the BBC reported on Friday.

There will be some horsing around in Beijing

It's lucky seven for equestrian enthusiasts in China, with the announcement Beijing will host the prestigious Longines FEI World Cup Jumping-China League international professional equestrian series for the seventh straight time from April 29 to May 7 at Chaoyang Park.

China's initiative lauded by Brazilian

RIO DE JANEIRO - The rush of marquee signings in Chinese soccer will continue in the coming years as local clubs grow in quality and prestige, according to Brazilian striker Bruno Meneghel.

Score board

Hoffman soars in Augusta wind

AUGUSTA, Georgia - Dustin Johnson withdrawing from the Masters was shocking enough.

Experience pays off for Mickelson

Phil Mickelson broke par for the 50th time at Augusta National on Thursday, overcoming the whipping winds for a 1-under 71 in the opening round of the Masters.

Harvey looks like ace of old after long layoff

NEW YORK - Matt Harvey walked from the mound to the dugout and raised his glove with his pitching hand, acknowledging fans chanting his name.