'Maoist' village changes with China

Communism may seem a hazy memory for many as the People's Republic turns 60, but Mao and Marx live on in one Chinese village.

DPP condemns Beijing’s ‘intimidating’ display in Tiananmen Square parade

China’s ostentatious military parade yesterday in Beijing was “regrettable” and goes against the global trend, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) said as it slammed China for trying to intimidate the world by showcasing its military prowess.

Chinese Economic Juggernaut Is Gaining on Japan

Many economists expect China to replace Japan as the world’s second-largest economy next year, five years earlier than previously forecast.

China Is Wordless on Traumas of Communists’ Rise

China basked in its 60th anniversary, but there were no solemn pauses for the millions who died during the civil war or were eradicated during Mao’s drive to consolidate power.

Hong Kongers protest on China's National Day

With China awash in red flags and cheering crowds for National Day, hundreds of Hong Kongers — many wearing black — protested Thursday, denouncing the country's human rights record during 60 years of Communist rule.

China Celebrates 60 Years of Communism

The precision display of military bravado, a once-every-10-years ritual, was designed for a domestic audience.

Chinese President Hu Jintao addresses grand rally

Chinese President Hu Jintao today called on the Chinese people to unite more closely to build a "rich, strong, democratic, civilized, harmonious and modernized socialist country."

On Day for China Pride, Little Interest in Ideology

China’s Communist Party is throwing itself a huge and carefully choreographed party on Thursday.

Mao suit continued choice of China's top leaders for National Day ceremony

Chinese President Hu Jintao on a sunny Thursday morning made his first appearance in a high-collared dark Mao suit at a grand national ceremony, following the dress code which has prevailed when Chinese leaders review National Day military parades.

Opinion: Eight Ideas Behind China's Success

Zhang Wei-wei argues that the West would do well to study the ideas behind China's dramatic rise.

Mao: The Great Helmsman of Kitsch?

Mao memorabilia constitute a big business, and the 60th birthday of the People's Republic of China is expected to give it a further lift.

China Hopes, and Tries, for Rain-Free Festivities

Beijing’s chief meteorologist is responsible for making sure the weather is fair during the extravaganza marking the 60th anniversary of the People’s Republic.

In Hong Kong, One Holiday and Lots of Book Sales

To prepare for the National Day holiday, retailers are stocking up on merchandise like designer bags, gold jewelry — and banned books.

Following the Path of the Great Sage

A visit to the birthplace of Confucius - and to the temple, mansion and forest that are named after him there - offers some insight on the philosopher's life and ideas.

Mao’s Grandson Rises in Chinese Military

Mao Xinyu, Mao Zedong’s grandson and only surviving male heir, has become the youngest major-general in the People’s Liberation Army.

Party’s Agenda in China Seems to Fall Flat

Initial reports from the Communist Party’s Central Committee policy meetings suggested that there were few, if any, changes.

Chinese Dissidents Committed to Mental Hospitals

Special correspondent Shannon Van Sant reports on political dissidents being committed to mental hospitals in China.

Life Sentence for Taiwan Ex-President

Chen Shui-bian, the former president of Taiwan who had been on trial since March for corruption, was sentenced to life in prison on Friday.

Record Numbers of Chinese Wed on 09/09/09

Thousands of Chinese couples decided that 9/9/09 would be an auspicious date for their nuptials.

Chinese President Visits Volatile Xinjiang

President Hu Jintao’s visit to Xinjiang occurred as local officials dismissed reports that trials would begin this week of suspects in July’s ethnic violence.

China’s Tally of 718 Arrests in July Riots Is Questioned

It is still unclear whether the 718 represented the total of suspects captured since the July 4 unrest, or were in addition to previous arrests and detentions.

Prostitutes better than officials in China: survey

Prostitutes are considered more trustworthy in China than government officials and scientists, a recent survey of more than 3,000 respondents showed.

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Teenager dies in Internet rehab

A teenager was allegedly beaten to death by counselors at an Internet addiction rehabilitation clinic in Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region.

The 15-year-old middle school graduate, surnamed Deng, was pronounced dead around 3 am Sunday at Wuxu town health center in Nanning, China's national radio website cnr.cn reported on Sunday.

Chinese Town Sealed Off After Plague Deaths

An outbreak of pneumonic plague has killed two residents of a village in rural west-central China, the state-run Xinhua news service reported.

China Arrests 319 People in Unrest in Xinjiang

The arrests came days after 253 people were taken into custody, most of them Uighurs, bringing the total to more than 2,000 arrests.