14 killed in Russian bombing
At least 14 people were killed and dozens injured on Sunday when a female suicide bomber blew herself up in a train station in a southern Russian city.
Govt smoking ban applauded
The announcement said the Party and government officials must not smoke in public places.
Influential bloggers set topics online
China's new media continues to be dominated by high-profile users in 2013 despite the country's campaign against online rumors.
Sanlitun center treats foreigners like natives
Community health service centers play a vital role for Chinese patients, but they also provide services to expatriates.
Smokers on trains to face big fines
Anyone caught smoking on high-speed trains will be fined up to 2,000 yuan ($330) starting Jan 1, according to a railway safety regulation.
Changes could balance gender ratio
Allowing couples to have two children could result in an increased fertility rate and a more balanced gender ratio.
Delicious, festive holiday choices abound for expats
Foreigners in China for Christmas won't need to miss out on their favorite holiday foods and traditions.
Ancient expertise provides answers to Sichuan river project
A major construction project has unearthed a piece of history and thrown light on engineering expertise dating back millennia.
University students seek to ace art of love
A course at a Shanghai university on love and marriage has proved popular with students.
New family planning rule to create mini baby boom
The suggested relaxation of the family planning policy is expected to bring China roughly 13million more babies in five or six years.
Chang'e-3 success sparks star-gazing craze
The success of Chinese lunar probe Chang'e-3 has created a surge of public enthusiasm for astronomy.
Thai rallies maintain pressure
The ongoing unrest in Thailand looks likely to continue in the coming months.
200 foreigners expelled from Beijing this year
About 200 foreigners have been deported from Beijing this year, according to the city's General Station of Exit and Entry Frontier Inspection.
Hershey hits sweet spot with deal for China confectionery Golden Monkey
The Hershey Co has announced plans to acquire 80 percent of snack producer Shanghai Golden Monkey Food Joint Stock Co.
China Mobile moves into next generation of communications
China Mobile announced it will offer commercial fourth-generation telecom services in 340 Chinese cities next year.