Egyptian ‘reliable brother’ seeks more than fleeting fame

An Egyptian man named Mohamed Osama achieved overnight fame in China after participating in a popular TV dating show a few days ago.

The making of a nature documentary

Oceans, a documentary by renowned French directors Jacques Perrin and Jacques Cluzaud, hit Chinese cinemas recently and has attracted great attention.

French expats’ Chinese language school thrives

For those new to China, language is often the biggest barrier to getting around and the toughest adjustment. It can be particularly frustrating for those who have no prior experience – life can seem like walking blindfolded through busy intersections.

The sound of comfort? – Dutch therapist claims to heal with Tibetan singing bowls

Hans de Back, a “sound healer” from the Netherlands, presented his first sound healing workshop in Beijing on Tuesday from a traditional courtyard in Wudaoying Hutong.

Daredevil plans to soar through world’s highest natural arch

Jeb Corliss, an American professional BASE jumper, skydiver and wingsuit pilot, has set his sights on Tianmen Mountain in Zhangjiajie, Hunan Province, for his latest stunt on September 24.

Awash in art

Goele De Bruny, a 47-year-old Belgian artist, arrived in Beijing on July 6 to continue her unusual project: making art out of soap.

American president’s half-brother blazes his own trail

Although he just oversaw the publication of the Chinese version of his semi-autobiography, Nairobi to Shenzhen, last month, Mark Obama Ndesandjo, the half-brother of US President Barack Obama, is already thinking about his next project…

Photo exhibition calls for respect for nature

The “Wild Wonders of Europe” photo exhibition had its opening ceremony on Monday at Seasons Place, a shopping mall on Financial Street, where it will stay until July 19.

Foreign disciples make pilgrimage to Shaolin Temple

The Shaolin Temple, located in Henan Province, welcomed more than 100 foreign disciples on Sunday and issued them martial arts certificates.

French artist concludes three-month stay with solo exhibition

French artist Lionel Sabatte, among the first recipients of the Yishu 8 Prize, recently concluded his three-month exchange in Beijing by holding a solo exhibition inspired by the city.