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China restricts artists from performing abroad

China is to restrict domestic art troupes from performing at prestigious venues abroad, saying many did so not for any artistic merit but merely to boast, and had abused public money and resources.

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China restricts artists from performing abroad

China is to restrict domestic art troupes from performing at prestigious venues abroad, saying many did so not for any artistic merit but merely to boast, and had abused public money and resources.

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Turkish PM's presidential bid an uphill climb

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan told the nation on Tuesday he will run for president in the upcoming elections next month. Yet his road to the presidency is destined to be an uphill climb.

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Australia's Holden recalls 42,000 cars for potential seatbelt fault

Australian automobile manufacturer Holden is recalling 42,000 Commodores over a potential fault with front seatbelt, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) announced on its website.

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Sinopec private-capital-soliciting: big step, further openings expected

China's largest oil refiner's plan to seek social and private capital highlighted the country's endeavors to forge a mixed ownership economy amid further opening-up expectations.