Latest fromChina
Hong Kong's vanishing heritage
Jim Eagles discovers Hong Kong villagers fighting to preserve their way of life.
China air deal set to boost tourism
A new air link between China and New Zealand could boost tourist spending by up to $50 million a year.
Meet the stars of the Asian Games (+ video)
They are world famous in China and their eye-catching displays were one of the stories of the 2010 Asian Games.
Tennis: The pressure of one billion expectations
We like to think Richie McCaw has to deal with intense expectations but what about the hopes of a billion people?
Athletics: Life after Valerie for Hellier
Kirsten Hellier has taken the high road to China and is loving every minute of it.
<i>Michael Burgess at the Asian Games:</i> Crowd control
Herald on Sunday's Michael Burgess joins the 'civilized spectators' at the Asian Games.
China: Islam infused with aspects of the dragon
Chinese Muslims are sons of the Silk Road, says Jim Eagles.
Asian Games with a difference
The Korean archers used snakes. The Chinese called in a tiger. A Buddhist monk won gold. Welcome to the 16th Asian Games.
Dicaprio, Putin and the all-star plot to save tigers
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin and actor Leonardo DiCaprio are an unlikely pairing of figureheads in the fight to save the tiger.