From opera and symphonic concerts to chamber music and crossover performances, the 29th Beijing Music Festival, running from October 9 to 20, brings together nine acclaimed ensembles and 700 artists for events across the capital
October 9, 2026
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.
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?
The wind was strong, and the air was full of the stench of burning coal. She was halfway down the stairs when she heard the voice: “Are you Dr. Zheng Baixin?”
China’s new wave of cinematic games is putting players inside the screen, but many titles are still figuring out how to put them in control
Photographer Zheng Binjie’s aerial images capture the city’s sports facilities, as well as the national fitness trends behind them
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