License to Thrill: Was an Ancient Entertainment Bureau Really Involved in the Sex Trade?
A disturbing storyline in a new historical drama casts a light on the Jiaofang, an imperial office with a long and complicated past
November 11, 2026
A disturbing storyline in a new historical drama casts a light on the Jiaofang, an imperial office with a long and complicated past
November 11, 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 more Chinese scholars of ancient Greece and Rome navigate the barriers of Western classics, they bring fresh perspectives to the study of antiquity
Stuffed buns and bubble tea are two of the latest delicacies to be added to the English language’s ever-growing menu of mouthwatering Chinese terminology
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