India's junior railway minister hints at fractured track
ndia’s junior railway minister Manoj Sinha has said that a fracture on the track could have caused the derailment of a passenger train in northern Uttar Pradesh. “Initial evidence would indicate that there was a fracture in the rail track. The Commission of Railway Safety will conduct a thorough investigation,” Sinha said.
In China, “Xiaoxue”, namely Slight Snow, is often used for a pretty lady, signifying purity and beauty. At the same time, among the 24 Chinese solar terms, “Xiaoxue” is also the one marking the official coming of winter. Soon after the Canadian boy Luc spent Thanksgiving Day in his hometown, he is greeted by “Xiaoxue” in China. He just had turkey on Thanksgiving weeks ago, and now he is embracing delicious food on the Slight Snow. It seems so hard for him to keep figure. #SolarTerms #ChineseCulture
China's plan to curb greenhouse gas emissions
China's State Council recently made public its green goals for the next five years. The most ambitious target is a reduction of almost 20% in greenhouse gas emissions. It also sets a cap of total coal consumption at five billion tons for smog-plagued cities, however, their goal is to reduce coal use by as early as 2017.
Traditional Chinese operas staged in Lima
Artists perform during a performance showcasing traditional Chinese operas at a theater in Lima, Peru. #XiVisit #ChineseCulture
Scenery of ginkgo trees in central China's Zhengzhou
Citizens view ginkgo trees scenery in Zhengzhou, capital city of central China's Henan Province. #autumn #SeeChina
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang on Monday said that China will continue to promote global health issues while providing assistance to other developing countries. He made the remarks during a speech in Shanghai at the opening ceremony of the 9th Global Conference on Health Promotion. #GCHP
Chinese UN peacekeepers train in Liberia
Swat team members of the Chinese UN peacekeeping force stationed in Liberia undergo training on Nov. 19 local time. The soldiers were tested on several skills, including disassembling guns while blindfolded and riot prevention capabilities. #UN
Artists gave a performance, showcasing traditional Chinese operas at a theater in Lima, Peru on Sunday. #XiVisit
Artists gave a performance, showcasing traditional Chinese operas at a theater in Lima, Peru on Sunday.
Brad Pitt takes selfies with fans
Brad Pitt has appeared in Shanghai to promote his latest film. The star happily stopped for selfies and signed autographs at the Shanghai Premiere of his highly anticipated World War II romantic thriller 'Allied.'
Models present fashion creations of Yao ethnic group in S China
Models present fashion creations of Yao ethnic group during a two-day show held in Jinxiu Yao Autonomous County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.
Retired teacher invents 'panda paper'
A new invention by a retired teacher has caused a major stir in Zhouzhi County, Shaanxi province.The former school dean created a kind of paper made from panda feces, mulberry bark and kiwifruit tree vines. It took the inventor, Liu Xiaodong, two years and 10 attempts before the paper was a success.
Liu used all his savings to produce the paper. He currently runs a training workshop to teach the craft. Every day, the workshop instructs middle and primary school students as well as enthusiasts, who simply wish to visit and learn. #panda #SeeChina
Ecological barrier under construction to prevent desertification in NW China
Farmers build barriers with hay to create grid patterns that stabilize sand dunes in Minqin County, Wuwei, northwest China's Gansu Province. Local government planned to spend six years from 2015 to build an ecological barrier to stabilize sand and prevent desertification, which is 500km long and 1000 meters wide. #SeeChina
Submarine honeymoon: Underwater room for newlyweds in Tanzania
If you're a fan of the Little Mermaid and sleeping with fish is your idea of a perfect honeymoon, then this could be the luxury location for you. A remote holiday resort off a Tanzanian island boasts an underwater room where guests can sleep surrounded by colorful marine life. A newly-married couple from Sweden recently signed up for this fin-tastic experience.
Leaders in costume: A look at #APEC fashion through the years
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Leaders in costume: A look at APEC fashion through the years
Leaders of APEC member economies have met in Lima, Peru during the weekend for the 24th Leaders Mee...ting. Wearing the local outfits for a group photo has become an annual tradition for the leaders. Here are some of the most impressive APEC costumes through the years. Which one impresses you most? #XiVisit #XiJinping
See MoreGuangxi town decorated by sea of flowers
In fall, flowers bloomed in the town of Huangyao, known as the most beautiful town in China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. At Xiannv Lake in Huangyao, visitors can still wander through the colorful sea of flowers.
The scenic area was opened to the public in February 2016. The attraction includes an integrated entertainment park that boasts recreational facilities, stunning views and parking. The construction of the park employed more than 300 nearby residents. The project also increased the income of 19 poor families in an adjacent village. #SeeChina #autumn
