Noted Chinese translator dies at 95
Yang Xianyi, one of China's most well-known translators, known for rendering numerous ancient Chinese classics into English, including "The Dream of the Red Mansions," died in Beijing Monday. He was 95.
Features ››
Experience China in Israel 2009
The Israeli people will have a great opportunity to closely "experience China" as a series of Chinese cultural events are to be held in October in the country.
Frankfurt Book Fair 2009
Frankfurt Book Fair will open from Oct. 14 - 18, 2009. China will be Guest of Honor to hold a series of activities to show Chinese culture and literature to the world.
Opinion ››
Daoist music wows the people, but still a minority taste
Daoist music is at least as good as any other form of Chinese folk music and could be promoted as New Age music.
Art & Design ››
Sculptor reveals touch of glass
Glass, which is so widely used in daily life, can provide inspiration and become a vibrant medium for creating art.
Movies & TV ››
Documentary 'Darwin, The Son of Nature' premieres in Beijing
On November 23, the seven-episode CCTV documentary "Darwin, the son of Nature" launched in Beijing.
Stage ››
French artist paints Chinese opera
A French painter shared the stage with Chinese opera performers on Sunday evening in Paris.
Books ››
Putting nations in perspective
John Keay says when he was asked to write a major history of China he thought the idea was absurd and told his publisher this.
Music ››
Andy Lau turns into a Peking Opera performer
Hong Kong singer Andy Lau recorded "Song of Macau," a song celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Macau Special Administrative Region.
