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Chocolate wonderland to debut in Shanghai

Posted: 27 Dec 2012 04:50 PM PST

Chocolate lovers rejoice because the World Chocolate Wonderland with its upgraded sweet carnival is coming to Shanghai on January 18th.

Salsa parade opens Cali fair

Posted: 27 Dec 2012 04:50 PM PST

The 55th "Cali Fair" opened on December 25th in Western Colombia, "the capital of Salsa" with a large scale parade, joined by thousands of salsa dancers.

Ice and Snow World amusement park opens in Harbin

Posted: 27 Dec 2012 04:49 PM PST

In the city of Harbin, the capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, the annual Ice and Snow World amusement park has opened its doors for a trial run.

Dubai to restore historical buildings

Posted: 27 Dec 2012 04:47 PM PST

Dubai has established itself as a prominent regional hub, famous for its skyscrapers and extravagances.

"Painting" with a camera

Posted: 27 Dec 2012 04:38 PM PST

Nowadays, more and more people use Photoshop to beautify their photos, creating fancy visual effects. But retired general Gui Quanzhi says no to this seemingly handy software.

Artist Chen Jiaren exhibits 3D ink-and-water paintings in Beijing

Posted: 27 Dec 2012 04:34 PM PST

China's Millenium Monument Museum is an early bird, welcoming a painter from Taiwan and his solo exhibition.

Gourmet delight of 2012: A look back

Posted: 27 Dec 2012 04:51 PM PST

A look back at some of the gourmet delights of 2012 - including a cupcake ATM, American style diners selling fast food in Baghdad, a German restaurant offering a full English breakfast and more.

China Light Rotterdam turns city into paradise

Posted: 27 Dec 2012 04:49 PM PST

The dark winter months in Rotterdam, Netherlands, are being lit up with an unusual event. China Light Rotterdam, which began in early December, has turned the city into a fairytale paradise.

All-star smash "Avengers" is 2012 top movie

Posted: 27 Dec 2012 04:31 PM PST

2012 was a fantastic year for movie fans as there were mind-blowing blockbusters and powerful dramas hitting the big screen all year.

"The Last Tycoon" ready for 2013 release

Posted: 27 Dec 2012 04:31 PM PST

Chow Yun-fat is returning to the big screen with a new movie, "The Last Tycoon".

Countdown to CCTV's New Year's Eve Gala

Posted: 27 Dec 2012 04:30 PM PST

2012 is drawing to an end and like always, CCTV will present a splendid New Year's Eve gala on the last day of the year.

Mandarin "Cats" hits Beijing

Posted: 27 Dec 2012 04:29 PM PST

Cats, an award-winning musical by British composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, is captivating Beijing audiences with a Chinese version.

African American radio show connecting Africans

Posted: 26 Dec 2012 05:20 PM PST

While Teddy Afro tries to attract foreign listeners, a group of African immigrants and first-generation African Americans in Colorado have started up a radio show that's already rapidly attracting thousands of listeners all over the world.

Teddy Afro: Most adored singer in Ethiopia

Posted: 26 Dec 2012 05:19 PM PST

Famous Ethiopian singer Tewedros Kassahun is using his musical career to support students and the youth in a bid to help make them better citizens in the future. Teddy Afro, as he is famously known, is the most adored singer in recent history.

Abaya dresses get modern update in Qatar

Posted: 26 Dec 2012 05:19 PM PST

As Myanmar tries to preserve its design traditions, people in the Gulf region are trying to transform theirs. The "Abaya" is a robe-like dress worn by women in parts of the Islamic world. Traditional abayas are black and cover the whole body except the face, feet and hands. But nowadays, some more modern elements are being added.

Santa Market held in Mali to celebrate Christmas

Posted: 26 Dec 2012 05:16 PM PST

If you're looking for something more exotic than a radish, The Santa Market is an annual Christmas event for Malians in the capital city of Bamako. This year marks its 11th edition.

Australian celebrate Christmas despite rain

Posted: 26 Dec 2012 05:14 PM PST

In Australia, the Christmas spirit was felt at churches, parties and gatherings across the country on Tuesday.

Finals of 1st Chinese culture contest

Posted: 26 Dec 2012 05:13 PM PST

The Chinese Culture Contest has crowned its first champions. The event was held in Xiamen, a major city in east China's Fujian province.

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