Scientists give mice the power to see in the dark

Chinese scientists have found a way to give mice the ability to see infrared waves - potentially opening the door for people to be able to see in the dark.

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Hainan to ban gasoline vehicle sales by 2030

China's southern island province of Hainan will ban the sale of gasoline-fueled automobiles by 2030, in a bid to safeguard its environment and develop a modern economy, the provincial government said on Tuesday.

Hunan KFC branch honors Lei Feng spirit

Kentucky Fried Chicken has launched a new themed branch in honor of Lei Feng, a model soldier celebrated in China for his selflessness and modesty, in his hometown of Changsha, Hunan province.

Suspension of Canadian canola imports 'reasonable'

The Chinese government has proper grounds to suspend the import of canola from Canada because of quarantine problems, a Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Wednesday.

Groundwater levels in north still dropping

With North China facing a water shortage, the central government is carrying out measures to conserve underground water, especially in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, according to a recent guideline issued by four ministries.

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US colleges fret over fall in Chinese students

Nearly 1.1 million international students are studying at universities and colleges in the United States, contributing $42 billion to the country's economy.

Visa difficulties provide cause for concern

In addition to the economic value, international students are a critical source of academic and research talent for colleges and universities in the United States.

Tests to start on launch of space station

China will start preparatory tests for its manned space station mission in the second half of this year, according to the China Manned Space Agency.

Eight groups blacklisted by charity watchdog

China's top charity watchdog blacklisted eight organizations last year following a slew of scams that dealt heavy blows to the credibility of the growing sector, the Ministry of Civil Affairs said.

Coal, gas emissions, car exhaust are major causes of air pollution

Excessive coal consumption, harmful gas discharges from chemical plants, and vehicle exhaust are the major causes of air pollution in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region and neighboring areas, experts said in a report released on Sunday.