Across China: Yellow River flows smoother after ecological project Chinese political advisors discuss establishing mechanism for realizing value of ecological products Green energy project helps boost nation's carbon pledge EU reneges on pledge, relies on Russia for gas Grant Shapps replaces Ben Wallace as Britain's defense secretary National body OKs sand treatment and control plans of 7 regions Greece struggles to contain biggest forest fire recorded China Coast Guard continues to protect Ren'ai Jiao waters Rare deer spotted during routine park survey Hong Kong fights flooding after typhoon brings heavy rainfall Researchers monitor activity of rare white panda Advanced technology shines at the World Conference on Display Industry Tianjin facility powers new approach to electricity generation 10 million people in Afghanistan dropped from lifesaving assistance New car quality improves in China, says J.D. Power Largest recorded EU wildfire hits northeastern Greece Global lens: Herders left high and dry HK fights flooding with highest hourly rainfall in 139 years Experts call for early warning system as climate change threatens health