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Calligraphy, the gem of Chinese culture

2018-03-21 13:26

Calligraphy is something every special for Chinese. It is not only an important part of traditional Chinese culture but also a way of life for people of all stripes.

Chinese pianist Wu Muye announces launch of world tour

2018-03-21 13:24

Chinese pianist Wu Muye announced his upcoming world tour in Beijing on March 17, the 190th anniversary of the death of Austrian composer Franz Schubert.

Playlist: New books

2018-03-21 08:54

Books

Experts call for lifestyle changes as China marks World Sleep Day

2018-03-21 08:44

While people try various products and services to help them get better sleep, they most likely ignore a key remedy - their biological clocks.

Hitting the right notes

2018-03-21 08:36

At a "live house" event packed with young music fans, the Beijing indie band Sir Deer performs a song as the audience sings and claps along.

Dunhuang murals reveal festival traditions

2018-03-20 10:41

The Dunhuang Research Academy released a series of ancient Dunhuang murals online Sunday, revealing rich customs and traditions from the Longtaitou Festival, including sacrifice, haircuts, farming, enlightening education and tasting "dragon food".

Tiny bit of inspiration

2018-03-20 08:19

Red beans, green beans, soybeans, black beans, speckled beans. The Chinese pantry cannot do without them, says Pauline D Loh.

A stage treat

2018-03-20 08:10

The 2018 Contemporary Theater Biennale in Shenzhen is now on. Chen Nan speaks to the brain behind the event.

Companions in color: lifelong alliance forges duo's vivid styles

2018-03-20 07:55

With their paint brushes in hand for some 60 years, Zhao Wenliang, 81, and Yang Yushu, 74, have experienced the dramatic changes in social history and artistic discourse since the 1950s.

Beacon of creativity

2018-03-20 07:30

The China Academy of Art, one of the most prestigious cradles for artists in the country, turns 90 this year. Wang Kaihao speaks to Xu Jiang, its director, about his plans.

Leading the way

2018-03-19 15:17

When it comes to museums, Tianjin leads the way. Yang Cheng takes a look at an institution that turns 100 this year. 

Himalayan task

2018-03-19 07:34

Richard Daniel Harris, a WWII veteran, recalls the time when he flew with supplies for Chinese and US troops. Linda Deng and Zhang Yuan report in Seattle. 

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