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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.

Orchestra festival to celebrate original works by Chinese composers

2018-03-19 07:25

The upcoming edition of the biennial China Orchestra Festival is a special one because it marks the 40th anniversary of China's reform and opening-up.

City's filmmaking history showcased at new exhibition

2018-03-17 11:13

Visitors to the Shanghai Center, the tallest building in China, are now able to learn about the city's achievements in filmmaking at an exhibition presented by the Shanghai Film Museum that is ongoing till March 18.