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Aug 05, 2012
Olympics 2012: China's training system for elite athletes owes much to the old Soviet method, and has enjoyed similar success. Some, even inside China, are asking if the cost in lost childhood is worth it. Read Article The high price of gold for China
Aug 05, 2012
Covering everything from fashion to football and the military to cats, top-quality publications are thriving and foreign titles are doing well too. As one fan says, "The traditional magazine is much better than the computer screen." Read Article High gloss for China's magazines
Aug 03, 2012
As demand has halved in countries such as Syria, interest in China is said to be growing, with shisha becoming popular in karaoke bars. Read Article Shisha pipe demand goes up in smoke in Chinese factory
Jul 31, 2012
As controversy surrounds the Chinese swimmer Ye Shiwen following her record-breaking performances in the Olympics, the country's fans have come to the defence of the 16-year-old. Read Article Olympics: Ye Shiwen's fans come to her defence in China
Jul 29, 2012
China still relies heavily on coal. But the country has overtaken the US in wind power and it is showing brisk progress with its solar and, to a lesser extent, nuclear energy ambitions. Read Article Chinese energy sees a green future
Jul 27, 2012
Some say lift in national pride was worth the incredible expense. Read Article China weighs up the cost of 2008 Olympics in many different scales
Jul 24, 2012
Angry residents blame glory-seeking officials who neglect mundane jobs to focus on high-profile projects. Read Article Beijing residents ask how city could flood so easily
Jul 22, 2012
Tying the knot in China can prove a very expensive occasion but as wages in the country surge, the trend is only set to continue. In a nation where showing off is all part of the game, the wedding industry is reaping rich rewards. Read Article A marriage of money and display in China
Jul 21, 2012
The unveiling passed off peacefully, unlike earlier product launches where fights broke out as the emotions of Chinese consumers spiralled out of control. Read Article No smashed windows as Apple rolls out new iPad in China
Jul 20, 2012
Announcement that China has promised a US$20bn credit line to Africa over the next three years comes a month after it offered $10bn in loans to Latin American countries. Read Article China eyes resources with $20bn Africa loans
