Beijing to Get Rid of Higher-Emission Vehicles by 2020

​Beijing plans to bar high-polluting diesel vehicles that don't meet National Emission Standard IV or higher by 2020.

by Justine Lopez, 23 May 2016

Beijing Gives Smart Devices to Memory-Impaired Elderly

As part of the program, the capital will give out 10,000 free devices to residents over 60 who are memory impairment.

by Justine Lopez, 20 May 2016

Police Under Investigation for Mysterious Death of Man

The officers involved in the case of Lei Yang, a Beijing man who died while in police custody, are now under investigation.

by Justine Lopez, 19 May 2016

Forbidden City Gets an Illuminating Makeover

As of Wednesday, previously dark hallways are now equipped with 120 lights to allow visitors to glimpse the historic structure.

by Justine Lopez, 19 May 2016

936-Year-Old Song Dynasty Letter Sold for USD31 Million

The 11th-century letter was penned by Zeng Gong and purchased by media mogul and billionaire Wang Zhongjun.

by Justine Lopez, 18 May 2016

Apple CEO Tim Cook Spotted in Beijing After Didi Deal

Cook was seen touring an Apple store in Beijing with Didi Chuxing's president.

by Justine Lopez, 16 May 2016

Beijing Confirms First Imported Case of Zika Virus

A 29-year-old woman reportedly contracted the virus during a recent visit to Venezuela.

by Justine Lopez, 16 May 2016

Beijing 6th Most Polluted Megacity in the World

The World Health Organization cites Beijing as the sixth worst for pollution among cities with more than 14 million inhabitants.

by Justine Lopez, 13 May 2016

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