When Sichuan shook
2012-06-19 07:49:33
Two photo albums about the 2008 earthquake explore the disaster and its aftermath, including the recovery.
All fired up
2012-06-18 10:34:16
A job-hunting TV show that has stirred controversy by criticizing students who have returned from studying abroad has had to rethink its attitude.
Fur weather friends
2012-06-17 07:47:31
Most people think furs are for winter, but young designer Xiao Qing has a different idea. Her latest creation is a handbag, which is inspired by the mysterious ocean at night.
An icon of drama hopes for a revival
2012-06-15 07:55:49
As the Beijing People's Art Theater turns 60, it's struggling to overcome the challenges of modernization - and with some success.
Folk artists get due honor
2012-06-15 07:55:49
For the first time, folk craftsmen and artists from all over China have received national recognition for passing down their traditions.
Folk events mark Dragon Boat Festival
2012-06-13 13:31:41
Jiaxing in Zhejiang province and Zigui in Hubei province will hold grand folk cultural festivals to celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival on June 23.
Chinese take on Romeo and Juliet
2012-06-13 13:26:49
Suzhou Ballet Theater offered its latest take on the fateful love story of Romeo and Juliet with a new production staged at the NCPA in early June.
Minorities Art Festival kicks off in Beijing
2012-06-13 09:26:19
Artists perform at an opening ceremony for the fourth Minorities Art Festival of China at the Beijing National Stadium, June 12.
Traditional embroidery endangered
2012-06-13 08:51:00
The traditional embroidery of Zhuang ethnic style has become endangered owing to the development of modern society.
As writers migrate to the Internet, reviewers follow suit
2012-06-12 10:05:30
Earning 1 million yuan ($157,000) a year is a faraway dream for most Chinese book critics, but a new platform may make it possible.
From the frontlines
2012-06-12 09:50:35
A Hong Kong war correspondent's newest book focuses on ordinary people in conflict zones.
Stone village well-preserved in S China
2012-06-11 15:42:51
Stone houses, stone walls, stone steps and stone bridges are still well-preserved here after a history of more than 350 years.