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The Dreams of Tang Xianzu, the “Shakespeare of the East”
A contemporary of William Shakespeare, Ming dynasty playwright Tang Xianzu left a literary legacy built on dreams and love
Make a Wish | Fiction
A small-town woman traveled to the capital to petition the Supreme AI, rumored to grant any desire. But who truly decides if a wish will come true?
Where Red Pepper Meets Rosé: Yunnan and Guizhou Flavors Fuel China’s Bistro Craze
Originally a casual spot in France for affordable food and drinks, bistros in China, mainly themed on southwestern cuisines, have become high-end restaurants for dating, socializing, or simply “checking in”
What to Read in Chinese Literature
Discover newly released books, translated literature, our latest collection of in-depth book reviews, Chinese sci-fi short stories from acclaimed authors, and the latest literary trends shaping contemporary China
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Rebellion, Corruption, and the Lychee: The History of Chinese Couriers
Long before express delivery became an everyday essential, ancient China had built an intricate courier system, though its bureaucracy also bred corruption and chaos
Rethinking ADHD: Young Chinese Find Support and Strength in Safe Online Spaces
With growing awareness, many in China are finding support online and viewing ADHD as a source of strength, but experts caution against the romanticization of the condition and over-reliance on internet diagnoses
Youthful Nostalgia: Why China’s Gen Z Is Embracing the Past?
Explore why China’s Gen Z is turning to the past, the most cherished memories across generations, and more in our latest magazine issue
Azheke’s Shared Prosperity: From Remote Hamlet to Global Spotlight
Once a poverty-stricken village in the mountains of Yunnan, Azheke has turned tourism into a lifeline, distributing dividends among locals while preserving its UNESCO-recognized heritage
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