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Beijing Collects RMB2 Million in Fines for Smoking Ban Violations

As of November 30, 663 businesses and 2,719 people had been slapped with fines for not obeying the law.

by Justine Lopez, 08 December 2016

Beijing's Smog Might Cause Antibiotic Resistance

According to a recent study, exposure to Beijing's notorious smog might cause resistance to even the strongest of antibiotics.

by Justine Lopez, 28 November 2016

Live Fish Disappear From Beijing Markets Ahead of Food Safety Checks

Carrefour, Walmart, Wumart and Yonghui Superstores are reportedly no longer selling live freshwater fish.

by Justine Lopez, 24 November 2016

Wal-Mart to Invest USD25 Million in Food Safety Research in China

Finally, there is good news in the world of China's food safety.

by Emma Marshall, 28 October 2016

Beijing Hit With Another Smog Alert as Bad Air Expected Through Weekend

An increase in smog ups the city's alert to 'yellow'.

by William Lee, 18 October 2016

Beijing Plans to Add Nursing Rooms to Public Facilities

The announcement comes during World Breastfeeding Week (August 1-7).

by Justine Lopez, 04 August 2016

Tests Show High Amounts of Urine in Beijing Pools

Recent tests reveal that Beijing's pools are filled with excessive amounts of urine and low levels of chlorine.

by Justine Lopez, 14 July 2016

Beijing Teachers Tasked with Monitoring Obese Students

In order to curb Beijing's obesity problem, teachers must now keep students within a normal weight range.

by Justine Lopez, 08 July 2016

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