The Bookworm Literary Festival celebrates literature and ideas brought together from China and beyond. This is a great opportunity to meet your favorite authors, especially those writing on China, and listen to them talk about their books and/or areas of ... Read More>>
Let’s face it: sometimes you just get a literary itch. Being surrounded by a language as fascinating and complicated as Chinese can be great, but every once in a while, you just need an ol’ fashioned English book to revel in. You aren’t alone; Beijing is ... Read More>>
August 16th, Beijing’s number one skyscraper—the 330-metre tall China World Trade Center Phase 3—has come into use. Located between the 64th and 81st floors of the China World Trade Center Phase 3, the China World Summit Wing has proudly opened its ... Read More>>
The latest Oscar winning hit, Slumdog Millionaire has caused somewhat of a taste for all things Indian in China over the last couple of months. So, for a little taste of India, right here in the capital, what better than to sample a meal at one of ... Read More>>
Unfortunately the Euro Cup and the cool rainy weather are gone, but that doesn't mean it's time to despair. There is plenty of great events on the horizon; everything from a Hip-hop legend to a clash of football powerhouses. Read on to find out more. Read More>>
What do you get when you mix hard rock and metal with a few bad-ass cello players? The answer: Finnish cello-metal band Apocalyptica. From their break out cover album Plays Metallica by Four Cellos to the newest 7th Symphony, the band has rocked out around ... Read More>>
It shouldn't come as a surprise that the two biggest music festivals of the year – Midi and Strawberry – are taking place at the exact same time again this year (April 29 – May 1). But still, despite facing the same debacle year after year, the decision ... Read More>>
1) Yugong Yishan British Rush <br /> In honour of the London Olympics, Yugong Yishan presents a day and night of British fun. The celebrations begin in the afternoon with a British Vintage Market and an exhibition of London street scenes. Rock out at ... Read More>>
For all you book lovers out there, the annual Capital M Literary Festival is about to kick off, with writers, poets, artists, and rock stars from China and abroad all getting involved. We take a look at the hottest events. Read More>>
According to the traditional Chinese calendar, autumn is officially upon Beijing, which hopefully means we can all stop worrying about how hot it will be. Instead we can focus our worries on high speed trains, rising renting prices and scandals at famous ... Read More>>
August temperatures may have been cooler than July so far, but other things are heating up in the capital. A man just confessed to murdering a little girl and escalators in Beijing’s subway system continue to malfunction. Luckily we can all relax with a ... Read More>>
Cough... sneeze... hack… and a symphony of other grotesque sounds have assaulted our ears over the last two weeks; a result of Beijing's notorious "fog". Hopefully some cold fronts will blow the soupy air away, but with coal powered heating ... Read More>>
During one of YCIS Beijing’s regularly held parenting workshops, Registered Dietitian from Oasis International Hospital Leora Martin gave a talk discussing children’s nutrition and how to encourage healthy eating habits. Read More>>
With March nearly over, Easter is just around the corner. But there is more than just painted eggs and chocolate bunnies coming up for expats in Beijing. Everything from Canadian rockers to the Titanic in 3D is on tap. Read on to find out more. Read More>>
Chinese New Year has finally drawn to a close. The temple fairs are over and everyone is getting back to work. While you might be complaining about the stack of papers on your desk, don't worry because there is plenty coming up in Beijing, including Avril ... Read More>>
Check out this month’s lowdown on what really happens behind closed doors in the PRC’s gargantuan capital: dark deeds, art auctions, shanzhai shui, and new openings, closures and re-openings. Read More>>
It's hard to believe March is already half over, but the weather confirms it: spring is on the way. As always there is tons of stuff happening in Beijing, from groovin' DJs to job fairs. Read on to find out more. Read More>>
Given the fact that Beijing is such a dry city, it's a bit strange to find everyone suddenly filled with dread at the forecast of rain. Still, don't let it stop you from getting out and enjoying some of the upcoming events and openings in Beijing! Read More>>
As winter begins to tighten its grip on the capital there's no better way to fight the chill than by “chillying” up with some spicy Asian cuisine. We've rounded up some of the best Thai restaurants in Beijing. Read More>>
Jean Ellie Guillaume, 24, says that when he came to China from Haiti in 2009, he had it in his heart and prayers to find a place to worship, but when he arrived he was hesitant to ask people questions. He says he held back because he had learnt that China's ... Read More>>
Christmas is a time to gather with your friends and family, put on your tackiest jumper, and consume more calories than physically possible. Whether you plan to cook at home or treat yourself to a restaurant blowout, we’ve rounded up our picks of the best ... Read More>>
You’re young, ambitious, newly arrived in Beijing and looking for work. If you rewind to just five years ago, those would have been the ingredients to an auspicious start of your life here. Unfortunately, that train has passed, and finding a job in Beijing ... Read More>>
The weather and traffic in Beijing have been a bit crazy as of late and so has the news; Cars driving onto railway platforms, a champion gymnast seen begging on the streets. If you think you need a bit of a break, then read on to read about all the hottest ... Read More>>
The dark, dull and dreary days of winter will soon become a memory of the past. Very soon. This March, one festival in particular will hammer home the fact that Beijing is indeed a vibrant, cultural centre and an increasingly hip performance destination for ... Read More>>