The Glamour and the Gloom of Cabin Life for China’s Female Flight Attendants

Once a privilege for the few, air travel has changed dramatically—along with the stewardesses who are now speaking out against unfair working conditions and unnecessary, even dangerous, dress codes

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Qufu: The “Holy City of the East” That Continues to Inspire Students Today

How an ancient teacher’s hometown becomes a holy city that attracts rulers and common people alike for over two millennia

ENTERTAINMENT

Is Pro Wrestling Finally Finding Its Footing in China?

Beijing hosted its first-ever pro wrestling event in May. The World of Chinese went behind the scenes to find out why people are happily paying good money to watch scripted fights.

Inside China’s Rigorous Education System

Whether it‘s writing the life-changing college entrance exam (gaokao), attending night school as an adult, preparing for the stressful civil service exam, or taking fun lessons at senior colleges after retirement, education has shaped every stage of life in China.

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Beyond Seasoning: The Story of Chinese Vinegar

Though not as omnipresent as soy sauce, vinegar has long been cherished in China, and now a new generation is discovering its tangy appeal

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ENVIRONMENT

How the Mountain God’s Messenger Becomes A Man-eating Monster

Over the past two decades, rising human-bear conflicts in the Sanjiangyuan region, fueled by misinformation on social media, have turned a once sacred creature into a villain in the eyes of younger generations

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Is China Finally Moving Toward Smoke-Free Public Places?

Despite years of health campaigns and growing awareness of the dangers of secondhand smoke, smoking in public remains a problem across China. Now, with both government action and public pressure intensifying, are smoke-free environments finally within reach?

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SPORTS

The Other Olympics: Four Standouts at the Chengdu World Games

From fistball to drone racing, China has put these non-Olympic sports into the spotlight

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