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The article discusses the implication of Internet of Things addressing the issue of traffic in China. The author highlights the development of the Internet of Vehicles which requires vehicles to be equipped with mobile internet and sensors to transmit data and information of the vehicle including monitoring emission level, and provide convenience to car users. Furthermore, the author also note the Chinese government's initiative to establish intelligent manufacturing in the country.

The article focuses on the history of the Long March or the military maneuver of the Red Army led by the Communist Party of China (CPC) which aims to break the Kuomintang (KMT) encirclements. Topics discussed include the leadership of Mao Zedong of the Red Army, the Appeal to Fellow Countrymen Concerning Resistance to Japan and National Salvation issued by the Revolutionary Military Council of the CPC, and the death of several soldiers in the Long March.

The article discusses the benefits that can be gained by countries and regions from the Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st Maritime Silk Road, China's strategy to further open up its economy and revitalize the ancient Silk Road. Topics covered include the significance of the road to the regions along the route, the ways by which China and the regions along the route could gain further communication and cooperation and the value of the project according to Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank.

The article discusses China's achievement of the United Nations (UN) Millennium Development Goals' (MDGs) goal on poverty alleviation 5 years ahead of UN's 2015 deadline. Topics discussed include China's implementation of anti-poverty program to secure subsistence particularly food and clothing for poor rural residents, China's contributions to global poverty alleviation efforts and Chinese President Xi Jinping's vow to continue its fight against poverty.

The article focuses on the Confucius Institutes, which held its Confucius Institute Day on September 27, 2014 to celebrate its 10th anniversary. The institutes, which are named after ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius, serve as a platform for promoting understanding of Chinese culture and language in overseas universities. Also mentioned is the celebration made by the universities housing an institute including the Victoria University in Wellington, New Zealand and the University of Cyprus.

The article reports on initiatives taken by Lehuo, a private football club in Beijing, China, for selecting soccer players for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, as of April 2017. It states that China Football Association (CFA) has been taking measures for building the football team like Marcello Lippi as a coach. It notes that China will be facing the Iranian team in the qualifying game.

The article discusses the National People's Congress (NPC) as an important political system of China and a symbol of democracy. Topics include a historical background of how NPC came to be as a critical aspect of China's legislation, and a discussion of the Electoral Law revision NPC started in 1979. Also mentioned are Chinese President Xi Jinping and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC).

The article focuses on the war between Japan and China, which has been ended on August 15, 1945. Topics discussed include the designation of September 3 as the Victory Day of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, the commemoration of the death of more than 300,000 Chinese killed by the Japanese aggressors by designating December 13 as National Memorial Day, and the United Front political organization proposed by the Communist Party of China in 1931 to defeat Japan aggressors.

The article focuses on the 69th anniversary of the Victory Day of the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, which is decreed by the Standing Committee of China's National People's Congress to be celebrated on September 3, 2014. It mentions that the anniversary commemorates one of the resounding successes in the Chinese history but one that came at a terrible cost..

The article focuses on the increasing efforts to counter terrorism and religious extremism in China in response to terrorist attack in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China. Topics include the terrorist attack in Xinjiang's capital, Urumqi, on May 22, 2014 in which 39 people were killed and 94 were injured, the Chinese Ministry of Public Security's yearlong anti-terror operation throughout the country, and the second central work conference on Xinjiang held in Beijing, China from May 28-29.

The article offers information on the increasing terrorist attacks in China which are targeting police stations and government buildings. It also discusses the efforts of the Chinese government to stand against terrorism maintaining social stability and safety of local residents. It also reports that the East Turkestan forces that represent the terrorism, separatism and extremism have been involved in the attacks.

The article informs about First Session of the 12th National People's Congress (NPC), China's top legislature that ended in Beijing, China on March 17, 2013 after a successful leadership transition. It states that Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC), was elected as president and chairman of the Central Military Commission of the People's Republic of China. It alos mentions that Zhang Dejiang was elected as chairman of the NPC Standing Committee.

The article documents the efforts to preserve the Great Wall of China, which is one of the wonders of the world. A June 5, 2012 report by the Chinese State Administration of Cultural Heritage showed the actual length of the Great Wall reaching at 21,196.18 kilometers. The Chinese government banned people from taking soil or bricks from the wall and doing activities that do not protect it, while it formed a budget to back the restoration and maintenance of the wonder.

The article reports on the status of renovating China's Liaoning Province shantytowns as of August 2012. The provincial Housing and Urban-Rural Construction Department indicated that from 2005 to 2011, about 706,000 families have moved out of shantytowns in the province, 29.1 million square meters of shantytowns were renovated and 44.02 million square meters of new apartments were built. Liaoning was a national industrial base during the early 20th century like coal mines and heavy industries.

The article focuses on the post-90s generation of Chinese born between August 1989 and September 1990 who have graduated in July 2012. It discusses characteristics of this generation who are beneficiaries of the wealth and opening up of China and their expectations from the companies they will join on aspects including working environment, training, growth on the job.

The article discusses the space docking mission of the Chinese manned spacecraft Shenzhou-9 on June 18, 2012. According to the author, Shenzhou-9 completed its automated rendezvous and docking with the orbiting Tiangong -1 module, a prototype space lab that was launched in September 2010. The author adds that the three astronauts aboard the Shenzhou-9, which included woman astronaut Liu Yang, became the first Chinese to enter an orbiter in space.

The article reports on the developments in soil remediation projects in China. The establishment of the Shanghai Center for Soil Remediation in 2005 has contributed to the growth in soil remediation works in the country including the World Expo Park and several residential areas and subway stations. The country also saw an increase in the number of registered land remediation companies in 2011. It also spent almost over 100 million yuan in soil remediation projects.

This article suggests that China can increase its grain output by protecting its arable land and further improving its agriculture through science and technology. The Ministry of Land and Resources reported that China's farmland has shrunk by more than eight million hectares since 1997. The outflow of more young labor from rural areas is cited as another obstacle to China's agriculture development. The article also discusses the brain drain brought about by the exodus of rural residents.

The article offers an update on China's anti-poverty program as of April 2012. It notes that the task of poverty alleviation in China is the responsibility of the Leading Group Office of Poverty Alleviation and Development (LGOPAD). The LGOPAD has identified 592 counties as poverty-stricken based on factors such as per-capita net income, per-capita government revenue, and the number of people living below the poverty line. It proposes a 20 percent increase in poverty reduction funds in 2012.

The article discusses the growth of micro-blogosphere by government agencies and officials in China in 2011. The impact of the expansion of government micro-blogs on the relationship between the government and the public is mentioned. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs uses micro-blogs to disseminate information about the diplomatic activities of Chinese leaders. Wang Sixin of the Communication University of China (CUC) stressed the need for the government to engage in face-to-face communication.

The article discusses the Chinese government's goal of reducing AIDS-related deaths and new infections by 2015. It cites an increase in the number of HIV-positive men in the country, according to figures released by the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CCDC). It mentions the incidence of HIV/AIDS among ethnic minorities, as well as the progress made by the country in curbing new HIV infections.

The article examines how Chinese cities are struggling to deal with the issue of household garbage disposal. The author cites statistics from the Beijing Municipal Commission of City Administration (BMCCA) which report that resident in Beijing, China produce an estimated 18,000 tons of solid waste daily. The report adds that about 90 percent of household garbage in Beijing ends up in landfills.

This article reflects on the morals of the Chinese people after numerous Chinese citizens ignored a two-year-old hit-and-run victim who later died because of her injuries. The death of Wang Yue raised questions about the moral level not only of those who ignore the little girl as she lay injured on the pavement, but the entire Chinese nation as well. The controversy manifests the need for the Chinese people to dig deep into their moral commitment, particularly in the aspect of respect for life.

The article focuses on China's policy of peaceful development in its quest of modernization and prosperity. Its active role in economic globalization and regional economic cooperation is presented along with its basic national conditions. Its strategy is explained in terms of domestic harmony and international cooperation and peace. Its six core national interests are discussed with emphasis on its new concept of security. The impact of this pursuit is examined in light of global changes.

The article focuses on the deteriorating situation in the education of rural students. Statistics from universities are cited including Tsinghua University, Peking University and China Agricultural University. Factors responsible for the imbalance are presented such as hukou or registered permanent residence, the unequal distribution of educational resources, and the dearth of quality teachers. The impact of reforms on examinations is discussed together with those of super middle schools.

The article focuses on the increase in urban flooding cases in China as the country continues to urbanize and cities become more congested in 2011. More than 200 county-level cities found themselves suffering from an excess of water in 2010. The main cause of China's urban flooding problem is the inadequate drainage systems. The Chinese government plans to upgrade the drainage infrastructure and double its capacity in light of the recent floods.

This article explores the effort of the Chinese government to fight corruption in the country in 2010. It reveals that a total of 146,517 officials across the country were punished for disciplinary violations. It attributes the achievement to legislative and institutional measures against corruption. The article recognizes the enactment of anti-corruption laws by the ruling Communist Party of China (CPC), including the Law of Administrative Supervision.

This article features the 16th Asian Games held in Guangzhou, China, from November 12 to 27, 2010. More than 14,000 athletes and officials from 45 countries participated in the games. China sent a delegation of 1,455 including 977 athletes to compete. Artists from 25 countries and regions presented a concert during the event. DanceSport and Dragon Boat Racing had been introduced at the event.

The article discusses the rescue operation held for the cultural relics in the Yushu Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in northwest China's Qinghai Province which was hit by the 7.1 magnitude earthquake on April 14, 2010. Within the prefecture are the Gyana Mani Stone Mound, a Kham culture museum, and many Tibetan Buddhist monasteries and stupas, such as the Thrangu Monastery which contains a huge collection of Buddhist scriptures. The damaged relics have been rescued by the State Administration of Cultural Heritage.

The article reports on the rescuing of workers from the flooded Wangjialing Coal Mine in the Shanxi Province of China on April 5, 2010. Local authorities explained that the underground water flooded into the mine on March 28 when workers broke a disused shaft that had filled with groundwater. Investigations revealed that only 108 out of 261 workers were rescued and that the mine was still under construction. It describes how the trapped miners were rescued.

The article discusses the effects of drought in south and southwest China provinces of Yunnan, Guizhou and Sichuan that resulted in shortage of drinking water for millions of people and livestock and crop failures. It mentions that the Ministry of Water Resources and State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters held emergency meetings to carry out water supply plans and water resource management. The article also reports that the drought caused the prices of goods to soar, including vegetables, sugar and grain.

The article discusses the actions taken by government and nongovernment organizations regarding the issues on traditional bear bile extraction method. Animal rights activists around the world are working together to provide solutions for the rampant used of cruel methods in the extraction of bear bile. According to the Deputy Director of the Department of Wildlife Conservation under the State Forestry Administration in the U.S., the government will be giving severe penalties to any illegal bear breeders.

The article looks at the sports developments all over China as part of efforts in improving sports talent and fitness. Since after the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China, more Chinese exercise and compete in sports through programs like the Shanghai Citizen Sports Meeting and the basketball tournament held by the General Administration of Sport. The Chinese government has created sports programs since the publishing of Outline of Nationwide Physical Fitness Program in 1995.

The article reports on the reshuffling of the Party leaders in the provincial-municipal levels of the Communist Party of China (CPC) which was completed with the conclusion of the 11th Beijing Municipal Congress. The reshuffling was done on committee secretaries and members of Party committees at township, county, city and provincial levels in 2011. It was mentioned that delegates to the 18th CPC National Congress that will be held late in 2012 were also elected.

The article discusses the Chinese government's definition of the middle class, and the feelings of those who qualify. According to the Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in 2005, the urban middle class earns between 9,405 to 78,376 dollars a year. It states, however, that due to the high cost of city living, many of those who are in the middle class find that they are barely able to make ends meet. They further claim that yearly inflation guts them further, while wages simply do not keep up.

The article reports on the arrest of three officials of the Chinese Football Association (CFA) following an investigation on the fixing of matches and gambling on January 27, 2010. Executive vice president Nan Yong, vice president Yang Yimin and women's soccer team head Zhang Jianqiang were detained according to law. The Ministry of Public Safety (MPS) notes that the crackdown may help to revitalize the sport. Further information related to the event is provided.

Reports on the school violence incidents in China. Connection of gang crimes to over 70 percent of total juvenile delinquency; Increase in the number of younger children involved in school violence; Escalation of the juvenile criminal rate; Establishment of a committee jointly made up of teachers, parents and trusted individuals to strengthen the links between schools and families and to supervise school's management.

Reports on the growth of the marriage counseling business in China. Factors that contributed to the society's acceptance of the discussion of marital problems in the country; Individuals who offer professional marriage counseling services; History of the development of the sector; Social implications of the emergence of marriage counseling businesses in the country.

The article discusses the hiring of people as river chiefs in China to protect rivers and lakes from pollution. It is mentioned that China has taken this administrative measure to address the rising problem of water pollution and the chiefs are required to protect the water resources under their authority, prevent and control pollution, and carry out ecological restoration. It is also mentioned that this measure initiated in 2007 in Jiangsu Province is being implemented countrywide.

The article reports on the growing popularity of snow and ice games in China in preparation for the 2022 Winter Olympics. Topics discussed include the proposal to bring curling, ice hockey and skating events to urban venues, China's plan to get 300 million people involved in winter sports, and the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Sport's proposal to make winter sports education compulsory in primary and middle schools.

The article details the measures implemented by the Chinese government to stop the spread of corruption. Topics mentioned include the formation of independent supervisory commissions to supervise and investigate all public employees in Beijing and in Shanxi and Zhejiang provinces, the eight points of the government's frugality campaign including the banning of the use of public vehicle for private events, and the passing of rules to regulate the supervisory power of disciplinary officials.

The article focuses on the first e-commerce law of China drafted in 2016 by the Financial and Economic Affairs Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC). Topics include the draft stipulating protection of e-commerce data, regulating payments, electronic contracts and logistics services as favored by many while criticized by others. Also cited are online-to-offline (O2O) business model and non-coverage of online securities trading, car-hailing services and selling of second-hand items.

The article focuses on lack of enforcement and unsolved issues in work related medical conditions which create occupational hazards in China. Topics discussed are regulations for companies by Law on Prevention and Control of Occupational Diseases, guidelines for health insurance by the government agency State Administration of Work Safety (SAWS), and causes such as dust, radioactive substances and other poisonous substances, though death due to overwork is not been included in this category.

The article discusses the regulation of online fundraising and charitable activities in China and the proliferation of online charity scams. Topics explored include the controversy surrounding the online donations received by 5-year-old leukemia patient Luo Yixiao of Guangdong Province, the implementation of the Charity Law which aims to restrict fundraising operations, and the online donations recorded by the China Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) in 2014.

The article discusses the highlights of a roundtable on Anti-Domestic Violence Law in China hosted by the All-China Women's Federation on November 24, 2016. Among the speakers were federation vice president Song Xiuyan and federation chief Jiang Xin. Topics covered include the measures taken by local governments for the effective implementation of the law and the establishment of a warning mechanism to caution aggressors of punitive action against violence.

The article focuses on the issue of cybersecurity in the development of artificial intelligence (AI) in China. Topics discussed include the proposal on the formulation of Internet rules based on respecting national sovereignty, the application of AI by Internet-based companies such as Apple Inc., Google Inc., and Microsoft Corp., and the statement from founder Ma Yun of electronic commerce (e-commerce) company Alibaba Group.

The article discusses the responsibility of private firms to help the impoverished people in China. The government is cooperating with the private sector in order to achieve its goal to alleviate poverty. Some companies have launched poverty alleviation initiatives through the construction of power stations, the development of eco-tourism and the promotion of green food industries.

The article looks at the growth in the number of cases of telecommunication fraud in China. According to security expert Li Tiejun, telecom frauds start with acquisition of personal information, further emphasizing the poor information protection system in the country. It highlights data which reveal an annual growth of the number of recorded telecom scam cases as well as discusses the steps taken by government departments and academic institutions to prevent such fraud.

The article presents a reprint of the article "Pie in the Sky" by Sudeshna Sarkar. It discusses on the proposed law on virtual property rights of China submitted to the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC) and top legislature. The rights of Chinese citizens to enjoy their intellectual property rights on data information.

The article focuses on issues concerning plans to construct world-class universities and first-class disciplines in China. The Ministry of Education reveals the expiry of a batch of regulatory documents, which include Project 211 and Project 985, the two major programs aiming to develop universities in China.