Editor's note:It's a sad but true fact that disasters can bring people together. The devastating downpour that hit Beijing on July 21 shocked not only locals, but also expat residents who are usually inured to the aridity of the Chinese capital. Their sorrow at the deaths of 77 people was mixed with...

1. Xicheng Illegal trading of jewels targeted to curb bribery The security administration unit of the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau kicked off a week-long campaign on Monday to crack down on the illegal trade of gold and silver and jewels in a joint effort with the Xicheng branch of the b...