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Washington D.C. teams up with Chinese social media giant to attract Chinese tourists

2018-03-21 16:06

The tourism promotion office of US capital city Washington D.C. on Tuesday announced that it's partnering with Wechat, a major Chinese social media tool, to attract more Chinese tourists.

Int'l conference on film translation calls for papers worldwide

2018-03-21 14:09

The 2018 Beijing Film Festival "Translating Films, Bridging Cultures" International Conference is calling for papers worldwide.

Top actors team up for the first time in a TV series

2018-03-21 13:36

Veteran actors Zhang Guoli and Jiang Shan are teaming up the first time to play a couple on the small screen in the 42-episode television series, Long Time No See.

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.

CPPCC members push Chinese traditional culture to go global

2018-03-21 10:08

As President Xi Jinping pointed out in his report to the 19th CPC Congress, "We will improve our capacity for engaging in international communication so as to tell China's stories well; present a true, multidimensional and panoramic view of China; and enhance our country's cultural soft power."

Playlist: New books

2018-03-21 08:54

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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".

Two sessions focus on cultural heritage protection

2018-03-20 09:25

Some hit cultural variety shows, including National Treasure and Every Treasure Tells a Story, have rekindled Chinese people's passion for traditional culture and offered them a new approach to learn about the profundity and charm of Chinese culture.

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.

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