A cultural and culinary staple in China, the persimmon’s linguistic lineage reveals how different words take alternate paths to other languages
November 6, 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.
From a modern production of Mozart’s most famous opera to a rock-fueled finale, the 29th Beijing Music Festival brought together classical and contemporary sounds. Here are some of this year’s highlights.
The global rise of C-dramas has renewed interest in the writers behind these heart-wrenching love stories and the female-oriented fiction that has shaped how generations of young women view love and relationships
From fanfiction to tattoos, historic displays of fan support could look surprisingly similar to today
Discover how China’s health policy, the fitness industry, and new weight-loss drugs are reshaping the fight against obesity in the country
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