Thirty-four higher education institutions of Hong Kong and the Chinese mainland, 17 for each, signed a letter of intent on Thursday to further strengthen exchange and cooperation in exchange of visits, personnel training and scientific research.

Brazil´s judo confederation (CBJ)has announced a target of four medals, including at least one gold, at the London Olympics.

Four months ahead of the U.S. presidential election, sitting President Barack Obama retains a narrow lead over Republican presumptive nominee Mitt Romney in key swing states, according to a new poll released on Wednesday.