Highlights from chinadaily.com.cn

Video: Chinese athletes and coaches talk about their preparations for the Paralympic Games in London, scheduled for Aug 29 to Sept 9. The medal hopefuls, whose ages range from 15 to 50, include farmers, students, soldiers and self-employed workers.

Pictures: A selection of portraits from around China by the French photographer Yann Romain, who has lived in Beijing for almost a decade.

Language tips: Test your knowledge of English idioms with the game English Doctor.

Culture: Visitors are always welcome at Buddhist temples, yet there are a few simple rules they should follow.

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Pictures: Dye jobs for dogs. Colorful entrants in a canine beauty pageant.

Activity: Make your own China Daily.

(China Daily 08/20/2012 page2)