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The article discusses the discovery of Shicheng City and Hecheng City, which are beneath the Qiandao Lake in China. The lake is reported to be man-made in Chun'an County of east China's Zhejiang Province. Hecheng City was developed in 208 and the Shicheng was built in the current location in 621. Historical records show that there was a Confucian temple, a school, six memorial arches, and an ancient cypress in Shicheng.

This article features the celebration of the Chinese Lunar New Year in China. The Chinese people celebrate the new year with festivities such as shadow puppetry and Kunqu opera shows. They also present dragon dance performances, paper cutting and local dramas. The government has made efforts to project the country's cultural heritage through legislation.

The article discusses China's support of the extension of the Kyoto Protocol and the Green Climate Fund. According to the author, the Kyoto Protocol is the sole legally binding agreement that establishes targets for the greenhouse gas emissions of developed countries. The author reports that Xie Zhenhua, China's leading climate negotiator, has declared that China will participate in a legally binding treaty on climate change after 2020 under specific conditions.

The article discusses the territorial dispute in the South China Sea as China and the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) agree on a guideline for implementing the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (DOC) on July 20, 2011. The agreement was reached during a series of ASEAN foreign ministers' meetings in Bali, Indonesia. It talks about participants to the South China Sea dispute including China, the Philippines, and Brunei, China's arguments on the issue, and China's relations with ASEAN and the U.S.

The article features the Imaging Biodiversity Expedition Institute (IBE) and its imaging biodiversity surveys in China. The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and the Euro-China Biodiversity Programmme were some of the sponsors of the Meili Snow Mountain survey conducted by IBE in Yunnan Province. One of the challenges encountered by photographers was finding the animals. Nature photography training courses and summer camps are also offered by IBE.

This article discusses the visits of Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao to Russia and Tajikistan in 2010. Wen had meetings with Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin and Tajik Prime Minister Akil Akilov. Wen discussed the cooperation between China and Russia and Tajikistan. He also attended the ninth annual Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) prime ministerial meeting in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. The SCO meeting highlighted international security as an important concern.

The article reports on the inclusion of Xanadu, China in the World Heritage List of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Tong Mingkang, deputy director of State Administration of Cultural Heritage, said that Xanadu is only intact evidence of the rise and fall of the Yuan Dynasty. Xanadu is the 30th World Cultural Heritage site in China and the 42nd World Heritage site.

The article features the classic cloth shoe brand Neiliansheng, which was created in Beijing in 1853 and is still China's biggest manufacturer of hand-made cloth shoes in 2012. These shoes are reportedly nice and cool in the summer and the thicker models with fleece inside are warmer than leather boots in the winter. The article states that Neiliansheng shoes are made of natural materials like cotton, hemp or wool that are processed into a cloth that can be stitched into soles.

The article discusses the lack of resources in many rural primary schools in China to offer students art education. The author notes that many children in rural areas do not have access to music, fine art, dance, theater, film and other creative studies. The challenges contributing to this problem are elaborated, which includes the lack of professional art teachers, shortage of available funds, and the examination-oriented education. Examples of efforts to answer this problem are presented.

The article discusses the enduring relevance of Chinese general and philosopher Sun Tzu's military treatise titled "The Art of War." Chinese and U.S. directors, including James Cameron, jointly produced China's first three-dimensional (3D) film "The Art of War." The article also explores the business application of Sun Tzu's treatise, as well as the lack of interest in the book among China's younger generations.

The article reports on the box-office success in China of the movie "Titanic 3D," a retouched version of 1997 Hollywood blockbuster. "China Film News" reports that the movie raked in a total of 500 million yuan in the first week (April 10-16, 2012) of its release. The movie was re-released worldwide on April 6, 2012 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the ship's sailing. The article also discusses the reason for the movie's surge in the Chinese office and the highlight of the movie as well.

The article discusses the Chinese young people trend of studying abroad and working back in China as revealed from Educational Testing Service (ETS) announcement that candidates taking Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) in China on 2011 increased by 19% compared with 2010. Softbank China Venture Capital's Investment Director Zhou Ye stated that studying abroad can broaden student's horizons. It is stated that U.S. learning experience improves problem-solving and communication skills.

The article addresses the controversy surrounding demolition of historic houses in China. This was refereed to the removal of a quadrangle courtyard in Beizongbu Hutong in Beijing, China, which were owned and resided by popular architects Liang Sicheng and Lin Huiyin from 1931 to 1937. The Beijing Municipal Commission of Urban Planning stopped the demolition that began in July 2009 and was ordered by the Beijing Municipal Administration of Cultural Heritage of preserve the courtyard.

The article focuses on allegedly the most popular Chinese sports stars who attended the 2011 CCTV Sports Personality Awards Ceremony, Chinese version of the Laureus World Sports Award, at Beijing, China's National Indoor Stadium. Sun Yang considered as China's best male athlete, won two gold medals at the 14th FINA World Swimming Championships in Shaghai on 2011. Li Na considered China's best female athlete, won the French Open to become the first Asian athlete to win a Grand Slam title.

The article features Chinese poetess Zhai Yongming. She shares that poetry brings her the most joy and that writing poetry is the only thing she can control. English, German, and Japanese are some of the languages into which her poems have been translated. She believes that the only thing certain is the meaning of poetry to poets.

The article discusses the highlights of the United Nations (UN) Climate Change Conference held in Durban, South Africa on December 11, 2011. Particular focus is given to the resolutions passed by representatives, such as the launch of the Green Climate Fund. The statement issued by Energy Research Institute director general Zhou Dadi on the second commitment period of the Kyoto Protocol and the Green Climate Fund is presented.

The article focuses on a series of summits held from November 17 to 19, 2011 in East Asia. It notes that leaders who attended the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Plus Three Summit pledged to jointly implement a food security cooperation mechanism to address this problem in the region. Also mentioned is the purpose of U.S. participation in the East Asia Summit, including to influence the direction of East Asian cooperation and to address the disputes regarding South China Sea.

The article presents the highlights of the meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in St. Petersburg, Russia on November 7, 2011. Chinese premier Wen Jiabao introduced a proposal intended for the development of the organization in the next 10 years, including the free movement of goods, capital, technology and services among member states. The signing of the mid-term development for SCO inter-bank union was also made at the event.

A review is offered for Shaoxing Yue Culture Museum located in Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province, China. INSET: Rise of Private Museums.

The article discusses China and Viet Nam's efforts to enhance economic cooperation and address territorial issues. It highlights the visit to China of Communist Party of Viet Nam general secretary, Nguyen Phu Trong. It mentions the signing of a six-point agreement by both countries on October 18, 2011 which is based on the principles of their 1993 territorial and border agreements. Observers note that China and Viet Nam are taking a consultative approach to resolve maritime disputes.

The article reports on Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin's visit to China on October 11-12, 2011. According to the author, the visit aims to strengthen the relationship between the two countries. China Institutes of Contemporary International Relations research fellow Wang Lijiu claims that Putin discussed plans for promoting bilateral cooperation with China during his visit. The author adds that Putin's visit also involved the signing of the cooperative economic modernization memorandum.

The article focuses on the visit of U.S. Vice President Joe Biden to China on August 22, 2011. It notes that the visit reflects both governments' efforts to promote Sino-U.S. relations. It cites the signing of economic and strategic agreements during the China-U.S. Strategic and Economic Dialogue. It also mentions the reaffirmation by Biden of the U.S.' commitment to establish a strong relationship with China.

An interview with Guan Jianzhong of Dagong Global Credit Rating Co. Ltd. is presented. Jianzhong says that the dependance of the credit rating system in 2001 on one country is the greatest problem it has. He adds that in order to create a new international credit rating system, international credit rating agencies, universally recognized criteria and a global supervision system is needed. He cites that the two challenges they face in 2011 is to be independent and be internationally recognized.

The article focuses on the implications of the visit of Mike Mullen, chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff, to China for the Sino-U.S. military relationship. The visit demonstrates that the Sino-U.S. military exchanges had returned to normal. The military talks of China with the U.S. was suspended after the U.S. announced an arms sales package to Taiwan in January 2010. The Chinese government believes that disputes over the South China Sea should be resolved through negotiations.

An interview with Chilean Minister of Economy, Development and Tourism Juan Andrés Fontaine Talavera is presented. When asked about the impact of Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping's visit to Chile, he claims that both countries became closer. He explains how China and Chile complement each other in areas of agriculture, banking, mining and telecommunications. He also cited some areas in Chile that are suitable for Chinese investment.

The article focuses on the European trip of Chinese Premier Wen Jiabo. Jiabao, together with Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi and Chinese National Development and Reform Commission Chairman Zhang Ping, visited Hungary, Great Britain and Germany from June 24-28, 2011. Chinese Deputy Director of the Department of EU Studies Li Weiwei said that China signed a series of procurement contracts with the three countries. Premier Jiabo attended a cultural exchange activity at the Eotvos Lorand University on the 24th.

The article deals with the aim of the municipal government of Beihai in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in China to develop the electronic information industry as a plan to revive the city's economy. It relates the collapse of the city's economy following the real estate bubble. Lian Young, mayor of Beihai, attributes the economic collapse to the city's dependence on tourism and real estate and its lack of modern industry. It discusses the growth of the electronic information industry in Beihai and the Beihai Electronic Industrial Park.

The article reports on the trilateral summit held by China, Japan and South Korea in Tokyo, Japan on May 21-22, 2011. The event was attended by Chinese premier Wen Jiabao, Prime Minister Naoto Kan of Japan, and South Korean president Lee Myung Bak. Among the topics that were discussed are disaster management, nuclear safety and free trade.

The article reports that China and the U.S. seek to iron out differences at the Sino-U.S. Strategic and Economic Dialogue (S&ED) held in Washington on May 10, 2011. The dialogue was co-chaired by Chinese Vice Premier Wang Qishan and State Councilor Dai Bingguo with U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner. The major achievement was the signing of the Sino-U.S. Comprehensive Framework for Promoting Strong, Sustainable and Balanced Growth and Economic Cooperation.

The article reports on the State Administration of Cultural Heritage's plan to construct national heritage parks which will serve as public cultural spaces in China. It highlights the efforts of the Chinese government to balance historical relic protection and city construction. It discusses the leading role played by local governments in cultural heritage protection in China, and the costs of constructing the national heritage parks.

The article discusses the highlights of the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference on April 13-16, 2011 in Boao, in south China's Hainan Province under the theme, Inclusive Development: Common Agenda & New Challenges. It notes that since the BFA was founded in 2001, the core concept has been win-win across Asia. BFA Chairman of the Board of Directors Yasuo Fukuda stresses that many state leaders realize that priorities should be shifted to enhancing people's living standards, beyond the concept that gross domestic product (GDP) should come first.

The article discusses the assistance provided by China to Japan, after a 9.0-magnitude earthquake hit northeast Japan, that triggered a tsunami that caused massive destruction, deaths and injuries on March 11, 2011. A pledge of emergency humanitarian assistance worth 30 million Chinese yuan or 4.57 million U.S. dollars, and an offer of 20,000 tons of fuel were made by the Chinese Government. China also sent a 15-member rescue team to help with the search and rescue work on March 13.

This article discusses the implications of a visit by U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates to China for military relations between the two countries in 2011. Analysts consider the visit as a way to eliminate suspicion, strengthen mutual trust and conduct cooperation between the two countries. During the visit, Gates held meetings with President Hu Jintao and Vice President Xi Jinping. The countries shared mutual interests, including their commitment to maintaining world peace and stability.

The article emphasizes the significance of maintaining coordination and consultation as a solution to address the issue of escalating tensions and conflict between South and North Korea. According to analysts, military measures and threats from the U.S. and Japan cannot solve disputes on the Korean Peninsula. Shi Yuanhua, director of the Center for Korean Studies at Fudan University in Shanghai, China says restraint and civil discussions such as the suspended six-party talks, can solve the problem effectively.

The article reports on the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Summit held in Lisbon, Portugal last November 19-20, 2010. A new Strategic Concept which redefines NATO's core objectives and tasks was approved by member countries during the summit. NATO also moved forward on the establishment of a European missile defense system. Finally, NATO member countries reviewed the organization's relations with Russia and its involvement in Afghanistan.

This article features the meetings between Chinese President Hu Jintao and his U.S., Russian and Japanese counterparts at the 2010 Group of 20 (G20) Summit in Seoul, South Korea, and the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting in Yokohama, Japan. Hu discussed monetary policy with U.S. President Barack Obama at the G20 Summit. During a meeting with Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, Hu discussed the state of the China-Russia relationship. Hu and Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan also had a meeting during the APEC summit.

The article explores how social networking sites are helping to improve social communication in China. The author points that social networking sites have changed traditional social communication dynamics because strangers or people far away from each other can now easily and frequently communicate. People use social networking sites to relieve themselves from stress and to help them become closer with other people. Some of Chinese-based social networking sites are Kaixin001.com, Renren.com and Xiaoyou.qq.com.

An interview with Tanka Prasad Karki, Ambassador of Nepal to China, is presented. When asked about the Nepal Pavilion at the World Expo, Karki said it showcases the architecture which represents Kathmandu City and its designs of houses and temples of different religious sects. He relates that he is impressed with the richness of culture and society in China as he has visited places like Wutai Mountains and Dali in the Yunnan Province. He notes that buddhism remains the core of Nepal-China relations for a long time.

The article announces that the city of Chengdu in Sichuan Province, China has been chosen as the first United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization's City of Gastronomy in Asia.

The article discusses the effectiveness of micro-blog marketing in promoting movies in China. It cites the unexpected success of the low-budget movie "Love is Not Blind" as an example of micro-blog marketing as a promotional tool. According to the movie's producer Hao Wei, the strategy allows fans to relate to the characters from the content creation to promotion. The opinion of China Film Association's Li Qiankuan on the developments in the Chinese movie industry is cited.

The article reports on Open Day activities held by the Foreign Ministry in China in July 2010, which invites the general Chinese public to learn about the importance of international diplomacy.

The article reports that China is blaming the riot in Xinjiang on July 5, 2009 on its foreign missions. Foreign Ministry Spokesman Qin Gang said in a press conference on July 7 that China condemns the attacks on its foreign missions in the Netherlands and Germany and East Turkistan elements. The article also reports that there have been more attacks on Chinese Embassy in Turkey and Norway, after the July 5 riot in Xinjiang.