Workers in extreme cold need better protection
2013-04-02 01:13:58
Workers exposed to low temperatures should be better protected by law and given subsidies, political advisers said.
Mine rescue efforts hampered by weather
2013-04-02 01:06:09
Rescue workers searching for missing miners, buried by massive landslide near Lhasa, were forced to clear the site twice as the risk of further landslides grew.
Fishing bans aim to restock rivers
2013-04-02 00:57:01
Seasonal fishing bans on the Pearl River, and the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River in an effort to boost falling fish stocks and protect local ecosystems.
Experts urge closer watch on hazardous waste drainage
2013-04-02 00:52:40
The government should further supervise and control hazardous waste discharged by enterprises and enforce drainage information disclosure regulations, experts said.
China urges cities to prevent waterlogging
2013-04-02 00:17:04
Chinese cities have been urged to step up the construction of drains to avoid waterlogging during the flood season.
Apple CEO apologizes over China warranties
2013-04-01 23:27:21
Apple Inc. CEO Tim Cook bowed to pressure from Chinese consumers who demanded an apology over the company's warranty policies in China.
Beijing hosts art show about tango
2013-04-01 21:13:21
An exhibition titled Tango Oriental — Three Visions of Tango in Uruguay displays the artistic charm of tango and humanistic spirit of Uruguay by presenting oil paintings and photos by three Uruguayan artists.
University looks to open doors for students
2013-04-01 21:12:41
In order to develop a more diverse and innovative education environment, education experts, principals and teachers are calling for closer ties between China's high schools and universities
NGO puts cancer reduction issues into top agendas
2013-04-01 21:10:06
When George W. Bush, the former United States president, challenged a group of corporate executives to do "something bold and venturesome about cancer within your own corporate family", the CEO Roundtable on Cancer was created in 2001 in response.
Whistle-blower arrested on suspicion of embezzlement
2013-04-01 21:01:10
The whistle-blower who revealed that the manager of a public cemetery was making a huge profit has been detained on suspicion of embezzlement.
Shanghai releases emergency plan for air pollution
2013-04-01 20:35:56
The Shanghai Environmental Protection Bureau released an emergency air pollution plan on April 1.
Chinese army urged to strengthen preparedness
2013-04-01 20:31:25
A senior Chinese military official has called on the armed forces to strengthen combat preparedness and ensure victories in wars.