Bar-based lecture series are becoming increasingly popular in the capital, attracting students and workers looking to learn and find community outside of traditional educational spaces
Every generation has its own version of the “good old days”—and now, savvy merchants are cashing in on that nostalgia
Amid the pressures of modern living, vending massage chairs have proven a cheap and easy way for young people to unwind. But is this trend built to last—or will it be over as quickly as the massages themselves?
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
How a Song dynasty goddess continues to protect—from ancient seafarers on the maritime silk road to modern exporters in today’s global trade war
A contemporary of William Shakespeare, Ming dynasty playwright Tang Xianzu left a literary legacy built on dreams and love
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?
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”
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