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Making the extra yard

2019-01-26 09:20

When designer friends in Sichuan province meet 52-year-old Liu Weibing, they ask for a photo with his trophy awarded by the American Institute of Architects (AIA).

A magnum opus' death of a thousand cuts

2019-01-26 09:05

To the same degree that the compilation over just five years of the 11,095 volumes of the Great Canon of the Yongle Era and their ensuing transcription was a stupendous feat of research and craftsmanship, the loss of the great bulk of that work over several centuries is a thumping indictment of s

Mystery of the disappearing great books

2019-01-26 09:00

It is believed to be the largest paper-based general encyclopedia ever written, presented on 22,937 rolls in 11,095 volumes and using 370 million Chinese characters.

A Chinese Odyssey Part Two - Cinderella adapted into stage play

2019-01-25 12:05

A stage play adapted from the 1995 film A Chinese Odyssey Part Two: Cinderella made its debut at the Mei Lanfang Theater in Beijing on Jan 23.

The rise of online drama in China

2019-01-25 10:00

As Netflix aims to make history at this year's Academy Awards, dramas produced by China's incredibly popular streaming services are finding their way onto traditional television channels.

Reviving a dyeing tradition in Yunnan

2019-01-25 07:48

In a century-old courtyard, several tourists are learning how to tie-dye a piece of white cloth.

TV program promotes creative takes on relics

2019-01-24 15:11

A jade dragon is now an incense burner and a china bottle is fridge magnet-these are just some of the examples of around 5,000 cultural and creative products inspired by the historical artifacts collected by the National Museum of China.

Chinese animation gets Oscar nod

2019-01-24 15:00

Family-friendly Chinese animation One Small Step has been nominated for Best Animated Short Film at the 91st Academy Awards, which will be held in Los Angeles on Feb 24.

Documentary explores the significance of Zhongguancun

2019-01-24 08:11

Documentary director Liu Junwei had been planning to make a documentary about Zhongguancun, China's entrepreneurial and innovation hub in Beijing, for years. 2018 provided the perfect opportunity as it was the 40th anniversary of reform and opening-up.

Out of this world

2019-01-24 08:08

Black comedy meets sci-fi in Ning Hao's new film, Crazy Alien, which will be released during Spring Festival, Xu Fan reports. 

'Shuizhagou' preserved meat displayed in North China's Hebei

2019-01-23 11:24

A dish made with "Shuizhagou" preserved meat is displayed at a factory in Pingshan county, North China's Hebei province, Jan 22, 2019. Shuizhagou preserved meat, a local speciality famous for its delicate taste and fine making method, is a treat for families and friends on important occasions.

Rolling with the punches

2019-01-23 10:02

Performing in live venues has helped many budding comedians overcome their personal fears and phobias and learn how to stay calm in the face of adversity.

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