A roadshow appearance by Wang Xiao, who plays Inspector Tan in the hit movie, delayed subsequent screenings at the Daguan Branch of Jinyi Cinemas in Nanjing on 10 February. Fans were less than impressed. Full story (in Chinese) via...
In collaboration with the Venice National Committee to Commemorate Marco Polo, 22 Italian volunteers recruited and trained by the Confucius Institute wore Suzhou silk costumes to put on a show for locals and tourists. Full story (in Chinese) via...
With its long history, Hexia Ancient Town is of great value, but also has many brick and wooden buildings with low fire resistance. “Failureless safety must be ensured with absolute vigilance”, said the local political instructor. Full story (in...
Yan Chengjun and her husband Shao Jie felt the warmth of passengers this new year while working to fulfil orders for the online bus hailing service, popular with passengers since its launch in September. Full story (in Chinese) via...
In two 35-minute long displays on 13 February, 600 drones in the skies of Jiangdu District performed a new year treat for onlookers that was praised as an environmentally friendly alternative to fireworks. Full story (in Chinese) via this...
Most of the 112 passengers on Asiana Airlines flight OZ337 on 14 February were Koreans working in Korean companies in Yancheng and their families. After clearing customs, one tourist gave a thumbs up to the police. Full story (in...
Since the first day of the new year, approximately 500 runners have been out practicing around Lake Li in Wuxi every morning, running 10-40 kilometres and hopeful of bagging a place in the race on 24 March. Full story...
When Ma Caiyong was only 5 years old, his family fell apart. After searching in vain for her son for many years, Zhu Dongmei learned about “Operation Reunion”. A tearful, long-awaited reunion dinner was to come. Full story (in...
