However, unmanned stores are not quite the novelty they once were. There are an increasingly large amount of them springing up around the country every week – from supermarkets and noodle-shops to bookstores.
How can mortals record the immortal beauty of the world? Botanist Zhong Yang, a professor at Fudan University, demonstrated his answer with his life's work.
The National Museum Curators Forum, with a theme of "New Era, New Scene and New Action", took place March 30 at the National Museum of China in Beijing.
March 31, also the 15th day of the second lunar month, marks Hua Zhao Jie, or the traditional Flower Festival, a day in which Chinese people celebrate the birthday of the flower goddess.
With the rising number of Chinese students pursuing education abroad, an upcoming television series aims to reflect their struggles in unfamiliar lands.
A new walking tour offers visitors a glimpse of China's influence in Indonesia dating back to the 15th century. The tour covers everything from historical buildings, ancient temples to traditional Chinese food.
A new documentary about the Beatles influence in China is coinciding with a Beijing exhibition to mark the 55th anniversary of the band's first album.
Chinese publishers, writers and illustrators are attending the 55th Bologna Children's Book Fair as guests of honor for the first time. Besides the original books they brought, they also offer glimpses into Chinese culture and Chinese life in Bologna, Italy.
A new book by a leading UK academic says President Xi Jinping's focus on foreign policy has transformed China's international standing. Andrew Moody reports in London.
The underway 2018 Shenzhen "Belt and Road" International Season that commenced on Mar 23 will offer 18 performances by musicians and artists from over 40 countries and regions until the end of April.
Competition is hotting up for the China Film Directors' Guild Awards, with closely contested nominations across five categories. Xu Fan reports.
The recently released documentary feature Amazing China has earned more than 400 million yuan ($63.9 million) as of March 26.
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