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JB Cach | Jan 28, 2016 04:50 PM EST
After experiencing an unusually heavy downfall of snow from the past week, residents from a northern China city now have a reason to rejoice: making snowmen out of the massive amounts of snow. read more
Charissa Echavez | Jan 28, 2016 06:06 AM EST
China on Wednesday announced plans to further rural development by increasing the allocated budget for the agricultural sector and augmenting farmers' income by boosting integrative development of primary, secondary and tertiary industries read more
Decerie Casimero | Jan 28, 2016 05:56 AM EST
Every year, it is a tradition to make designs based on the zodiac animals. This year is not exempted from the trend. As the country is preparing for the Spring festival, Monkey themed designs are receiving special attention, from handicrafts, commemorative coins and even fashion items. read more
Mia Ren | Jan 29, 2016 07:35 AM EST
China's National Bureau of Statistics has revealed that there were 34 million more men than women by the end of 2015, worrying many about the possible imbalance in the number of marriages in the future. read more
Charissa Echavez | Jan 27, 2016 07:15 AM EST
The Ministry of Public Security on Tuesday announced that starting on Jan. 30, China will implement its first cross-region visa-free transit policy in the Yangtze River Delta region. read more
Mia Ren | Jan 27, 2016 04:13 AM EST
Taiwan's record-breaking cold spell has not only affected people's health but also their livelihood. The Council of Agriculture (COA) has revealed that since January 22, the agriculture sector has lost NT$226 million ($6.76 million) as of Tuesday morning. read more
Staff Reporter | Jan 26, 2016 11:43 AM EST
Apparently, small-sized windows are a great help in protecting homes. Chinese police have caught a burglar who got stuck in a window as he tried to escape. read more
JB Cach | Jan 26, 2016 10:02 AM EST
A man, who had just graduated from a university in China, has died from overdosing on a plant-based tonic used to treat hair loss. He was apparently treating himself in preparation for a job. read more
Mia Ren | Jan 27, 2016 03:56 AM EST
Citizens of a Taiwanese city are enraged after a renowned local heritage site was used as the background of a semi-nude photoshoot. read more
Charissa Echavez | Jan 26, 2016 09:12 AM EST
The Chinese government has granted amnesty to over 31,000 prisoners, according to an official statement released on Monday. read more
Girish Shetti | Jan 26, 2016 09:04 AM EST
The Chinese real estate industry has earned an uncanny reputation for building enormously huge structures and settlements that sooner or later end up becoming 'ghost towns'. The sad part is that these enormously huge buildings and towns are supposed to be an economic boon, but they end up becoming a huge bane. Not to mention a stark embarrassment for investors. read more
Decerie Casimero | Jan 26, 2016 06:26 AM EST
Disneyland, the most visited theme park in the world, is not only known for its extreme rides, costumed characters, festive parades and stage shows - but also for its magical fireworks. However, a new Disneyland park set to open in Shanghai will have to observe a ban on fireworks during polluted days. read more
Alexis Villarias | Jan 25, 2016 02:46 PM EST
Despite improvements in some of the worst-hit areas, almost 300 Chinese cities still failed to meet national standards for air quality last year, Greenpeace announced on Wednesday, Jan. 20. read more
Charissa Echavez | Jan 25, 2016 06:32 AM EST
With the aim of creating balance between Beijing and neighboring cities, several prominent universities in Beijing will be transferred to Hebei province, according to policymakers. This move is meant to ease the pressure on the city's infrastructure and resources and to alleviate "urban malaise" like traffic, shortage of resources and air pollution. read more
Decerie Casimero | Jan 26, 2016 07:52 AM EST
It was indeed a great day for the people in Guangzhou on Sunday, when the province experienced its first snow in 67 years, according to the city's meteorological bureau. read more
Due to the coronavirus, people around the world have canceled their travel plans. Governments and health officials have warned the public to avoid boarding cruise ships and long flights. read more
