Beijing will require use of low-sulfur coal

Beijing will enforce the required use of low-sulfur coal from Aug 1 to tackle the air pollution that frequently clogs the skies of the country's major cities, the official Xinhua news agency said on Saturday.

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A sobering reality

Jim can remember slouching in the corner of a dark bar alone with his head in his arms, feeling the alcohol spilling through his veins, teetering on the brink of a blackout.

Fiery crash claims 43 lives on Hunan highway

Students find good value in Argentina

Young Chinese soccer players join stars

Confucius Institute blossoms across Latin American countries

Wineries seek growth in China market

Burden of proof

What could you do in a week? For Wang Huan, that is the time she has to decide someone's fate. As a prosecutor responsible for investigation and supervision, the 37-year-old has just seven days in which to review a case, examining the evidence and interrogating the suspects, before deciding whether or not to prosecute.

Blind man never loses sight of life

World Scene

Purity of purpose

Narratives bring movies to life for the blind

Out and about

Life lessons

Zhou Xihe's passion for teaching has not diminished, despite her age and the fact she is paralyzed from the waist down.

Qiegao gaining popularity

College student from Xinjiang hopes to turn nut cake into a well-known energy snack

Fairy-tale beginnings

Every girl imagines looking like a princess on her wedding day. As she grows up, she realizes that a fairy godmother who will magically conjure the perfect dress for her is unlikely to appear.

Feathery extravaganza wraps up Paris fashion shows

Alsace on a plate

The new executive chef at Heritage, one of Beijing's premier French restaurants, is a mere 28 years old. But he's certainly been around: He already has 11 years of experience working in the kitchen in different parts of France.

French winery gets in swing with Ryder Cup

Shanghai favorites served up in style

Making color count

He binds them. Cuts them. Melts them.

Eye for style on show

Drawing on the history of Hong Kong in an insightful way

Lounge lizards

The day before our scheduled flight to Phuket, Somsri Hansirisawasdi, who represented our resort Trisara, gave me a call from Bangkok.

Little Prince park delights in small things

Lahm going out at the top

Germany captain Philipp Lahm, who announced his retirement from international soccer on Friday, is one of the greatest players of his generation.

Bastian set to take over captaincy

Dunga is first name on Brazil's short list

Score board

McIlroy in total command

Nervous Canseco attends reunion

Clippers sale still in limbo

Wainwright vows to watch his wording

Sabathia set for surgery

Preserving childhood flavors

Wearing a jacket and a pair of sport shoes, CEO of JHX Group Jin Wei represents the typical image of the new generation of Chinese entrepreneurs - optimistic, relaxed and full of confidence.

Huang Nubo: Nature, culture and humility

He's developing part of Iceland, climbed the highest peaks and drives an i3 electric by BMW

Pang and Tong: Accolades, but love is the biggest reward

Speedy run in Year of the Horse

Bringing global quality with a local focus

Leaders witness localization

Project i is the solution

Sporty i3 rolls out across the country

BMW 2 Series Tourer setting new standards

BMW's DNA: Rich heritage, yet forward-looking design

BMW's highlights at 2014 Beijing Auto show

Expedition explores cultural heritage

Safety first taught at kids traffic camp

Warm hearts as quake relief efforts continue

Design through the decades

Family's drive to Everest an epic MINI adventure

Mercedes maintains lead in intelligent innovations

In the increasingly connected world, intelligence has become the name of the game. Phones are smarter. Watches are smarter. Even eyewear has gained smart functionality.

Mercedes-Benz' China strategy paying dividends

Giving back a priority for three-pointed star

New Mercedes C-Class refuses to compromise

Creme-de-la-Creme S 600 L, S 65 L AMG landed in China

Mercedes-Benz CLA set to shine at Auto China 2014

AMG races to fast start

Smart - a five-year journey to 'open your mind'

Luxury customization opens door to China

New MKZ drives Lincoln into new era

MKC: Top tech and design

Never stop achieving

Leap ahead in the 'Year of the Cat'

Volkswagen celebrates 20m sales in 30 years

Get up close to 37 luxury, sporty and hybrid cars

Auto giant goes green and aims for record sales

Maserati marks 100 years with three new models

Return to robust growth

Although more local governments are likely to implement policies to curb new car sales, the Chinese auto market still has great potential for growth in the long run and even in the next two years, said industry insiders.

Drive to a better future at auto show

Industry experts share their thoughts on the Beijing event

What they say

Premiere showroom

Local production, 'emotional' fit for Infiniti

F1 champion's 'unbroken run' of success despite challenges

Big ambition to build brand and new 'resonance'

Challenging the German-led status quo

Star car poised to shake up segment

Auto financing a key driver in auto industry

Mixed reaction to mixed ownership reform of SOEs

Automakers up their game in China

Battle moves to the message

Exhibition Special: Automechanika Shanghai: Top trade fair for parts and services

Premiere showroom

Auto Special: Bespoke model offers personal touch

Ma: New-energy cars need additional jolt

Shoppers in a strange land

When Sheila Zhang, who has lived in the United States for 20 years, returned to Beijing in 2011 she found shopping online to be problematic.

Paying it back

From a country boy to the leader of a multi-faceted company, Han Xuechen believes that a sense of commitment to society is crucial to success.