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Russian Prime Minister Medvedev said Friday he would lead the government as long as he could, denying reported tensions between him and President Putin over the designation of tax crime investigative power.

Russia, Ukraine to strengthen co-op: Medvedev

Majority of Americans want Obamacare repealed or scaled back: poll
12-07 08:07

A majority of Americans now prefer the healthcare overhaul to be scaled back or even entirely repealed following two months of glitches, according to a Gallup poll released on Friday.

Obama kicks off Obamacare PR blitz

Obamacare team touts progress, effects to be tested

UN General Assembly elects Jordan to Security Council seat
12-07 01:11

The UN General Assembly on Friday overwhelmingly elected Jordan to take the Security Council seat refused by Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabia rejects UN Security Council seat

•	Brazil-Croatia to kick off 2014 World Cup

•	French troops kill unidentified gunmen in Bangui

•	China dissatisfied with Australia's stance on ADIZ

•	China, France to jointly target nuclear power markets

•	Chang'e-3 probe enters lunar orbit

•	Al-Qaida claims responsibility for Yemen attacks

China >>

Chinese president meets ROK speaker

•	China-Vietnam government delegations meet on border talks

•	China's chief justice urges petition system reform

•	Chinese premier underlines work safety

•	China urges Australia to nurture, not to undermine mutual trust

In-Depth >>

Kerry brings nothing promising to faltering peace talks

•	News Analysis: Iran seeks to mend ties with world as deadlock eases

•	Interview: S. Africans say to maintain Mandela legacy

•	World mourns over death of Mandela

•	News Analysis: Kerry bids to revive peace talks amid slim hope

Entertainment >>

Hot models at Chongqing auto show

•	Dubai Int'l Film Festival opens to promote Arab movies

•	Sexy singer Shino

•	Rare photos of pretty stars

•	Hot supermodel

Odd News >>

Babies enjoy swimming

•	Animals caught yawning

•	Friendship between dog and fox

•	Hungry shark comes

•	Photos take mystery out of universe

World >>

U.S. national flag flown at half-staff to mourn Mandela's death

•	S. Africa to hold Mandela funeral on Dec. 15

•	Obama to fly to South Africa for memorial events in honor of Mandela

•	Thai protest leader sets final showdown on Dec. 9

•	All unfilled munitions declared by Syria destroyed: OPCW

Culture & Edu >>

People enjoy Christmas Lights in Canada

•	Int'l Festival of Dance Cinema opens in St. Petersburg

•	Chinese graduates encouraged to work in private firms

•	Counting on a tangible future

•	UNESCO adds 25 entries to intangible heritage list

Sci & Tech >>

Planned orbit trim for Chang'e-3 canceled

•	Russian scientists claim world record in heating thermonuclear plasma

•	Kazakhstan to end Proton missions in 2025

•	Archaeologists discover 4,500-year-old city in east China

•	U.S. SpaceX launches first commercial satellite

Travel >>

World Heritage: Ruins of Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara

•	Maldives wins award as best island destination in world

•	Marvelous scenery in the world

•	Chinese spending in Britain surges

•	Hainan Airlines to launch Beijing-Boston route

Business >>

U.S. economy grows 3.6 percent in third quarter

•	Wall Street surges on strengthening jobs data

•	Gold closes with 2-pct weekly loss

•	U.S. oil price extends gain on encouraging jobs data

•	UK has a first-class investment environment: Huawei UK CEO

Sports >>

Ceremony of final draw for 2014 World Cup held in Brazil

•	Draw for 2014 FIFA World Cup

•	Mainz deny Nuremberg's first Bundesliga victory

•	Barca come from behind to virtually secure qualification for next round of Copa del Rey

•	2014 FIFA World Cup draw ceremony kicks off

Health >>

H7N9 cannot infect humans easily: study

•	Smoking after cancer diagnosis ups death risk: study

•	HK confirms 2nd human case of H7N9 bird flu: media

•	Dyslexia may be result of faulty brain connections: study

•	Fertility treatments responsible for high multiple births in U.S.: study

Forum >>

Nelson Mandela behind the lens

•	"The Hobbit: the Desolation of Smaug" opens in LA

•	Russia launches new submarine

•	Wildlife photographer comes face to face with deadly

•	Babies sleep with dogs

Video >>

President Xi Jinping meets with French PM

Chinese President expresses condolences over the passing of Nelson Mandela

Chinese premier sends condolences to people of S. Africa

Joe Biden welcomed by S. Korea President

Bank of France warns about Bitcoin

U.S. fast food workers protest against the federal minimum wage

新华网招聘启事

Biz China Weekly >>

Nov.25 - Dec.1

The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) unveiled a reform plan for initial public offering (IPO) system. It is seen as a major step in introducing system of registration for IPO issuances to replace current administration approval mechanism.

	China to manage economic, social development with reform: Xi

	Defense Ministry spokesman on China's air defense identification zone

	China urges Japan for introspection at 70th anniversary of Cairo Declaration

	China looks for further reform in 2014

	China to simplify approval for foreign investment

	China allows early shareholders sell shares at IPO

	U.S. Fed passes revised capital plans of Goldman, JPMorgan

	Thai anti-government protesters allowed to enter Gov't House

	Ukrainian authorities ask protesters to quit, vowing more EU integration efforts

	New research suggests aluminum can be more valuable than gold, silver

Special Reports >>

China launches lunar probe Chang'e-3

East China Sea Air Defense Identification Zone

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