Featured Article
Stars in Their Eyes: How China’s Ancient Fans Expressed Their Devotion
From fanfiction to tattoos, historic displays of fan support could look surprisingly similar to today
October 15, 2026
Ancient Chinese History
To understand contemporary China, one must look back into its past. As one of the world’s oldest civilizations, China’s more than 5,000 years of history are not confined to textbooks and museums; they continue to offer living wisdom today. Its long history was shaped not only by emperors and legendary figures, but also by the countless ordinary people who have lived on this land.
More Articles
When Nobody Calls “Action!”: The Life of a Screenwriter in the AI Age
A screenwriter for English micro-dramas details how his job of communicating with directors and actors and getting things done on a shoestring budget became feeding prompts to AI generators almost overnight
LV vs. Molly Tea: Who Owns a Thousand-Year-Old Flower?
How a trademark case between a French luxury giant and a Chinese milk tea chain became a national argument over who can use an ancient motif
This Mid-Autumn, Take a Trip Around the World Along Beijing’s Historic Canal | Event
Celebrate the three-day festival with music, flavors, and traditions from across the globe at the 4th Beijing International Canal Arts Fest
The Rise, Decline, and Transformation of University Majors in China
As China’s university majors are increasingly reshaped around national strategy, technological progress, and industry needs, what happens to the students and teachers whose fields are left behind—and what are the prospects for those entering this new academic world?
