China to crack down on illicit press cards
A two-month campaign to confiscate the press cards of those who are not working as journalists or news editors will kick off early next year in China, according to a statement from the country's press regulator on Tuesday.
Chinese economy to dodge hard landing: expert
The Chinese economy will not witness a hard landing, Stephen Green, Head of Greater China research at Standard Chartered Bank, said here on Tuesday.
Foreigners to enjoy key rights in China
A new regulation will allow foreigners with permanent residency to have the same pension, employment and property rights as Chinese citizens.
Largest Chinese dictionary to be revised
All 25 volumes of a revised edition of the most inclusive Chinese dictionary, the Hanyu Da Cidian, will be published by 2020, according to an announcement on Monday.
Dubai International Film Festival opens with "Life of Pi"
The 9th Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) opened Sunday with "Life of Pi" and will have dozens world premieres in eight days.
U.S. to help find sustainable solution to Israeli-Palestinian conflict
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu here on Tuesday evening that Washington will make great efforts to help Israel and the Palestinians find a sustainable solution to their long-running conflict.
Poland to be ready to join eurozone by 2015
Polish President Bronislaw Komorowski said Poland wants to be at the heart of increased European integration.
