Money worth more than what's it's printed on
2012-01-11 10:20:17
Long Wen believes his investment in a museum in Yunnan province's remote Xinzhuang village is worth more than the paper it's printed on.
Paper trail to prosperity
2012-01-11 10:19:20
Ancient methods of papermaking offer better livelihoods to villagers in Yunnan province.
La Bayadere
2012-01-11 10:16:50
Ballet dancers of the Varsovia Opera Ballet perform during a rehearsal of "La Bayadere" at the Maestranza theatre in Seville January 10, 2012.
Step into adulthood
2012-01-10 14:12:54
Women wearing kimonos celebrate the "Coming of Age Day" in Chiba prefecture, Japan on Jan 9, 2012.
Eye off the prize
2012-01-10 13:56:24
The prize-winning author Su Tong says he is not actively seeking more recognition but is keen to write his magnum opus.
Reading between the lines
2012-01-05 10:09:09
One of the country's biggest publishers of world literature in Chinese translation says it owes its success to its ability to predict domestic book trends. Chitralekha Basu reports.
Getting to grips with a rare gui
2012-01-05 08:02:19
A gui is an ancient round-mouthed food vessel with two to four looped handles, or ears, used for ceremonial rites during the Shang and Zhou dynasties.
Cyber cannibalism
2012-01-02 09:01:02
It's called "human flesh search", a cyber-bullying tool that can destroy a person's privacy within hours. It happens most often in the dream merchandising industry of entertainment.
Rhythms of tradition
2012-01-02 07:59:21
Guzang Festival, the most ancient and spectacular Miao festival in Guizhou province, was celebrated from Nov 10 to Nov 12.
Wow nut
2011-12-30 07:42:15
A collectible item that dates back to imperial times is treasured for its looks and powers.
Thread of continuity
2011-12-28 09:31:30
Horsetail embroidery is a specialty of the Miao and Shui ethnic groups in Guizhou province.
Tradition reflected in silver
2011-12-28 09:18:45
An exhibition showcases the cultures of Guizhou province's ethnic groups through their handicrafts.