As concerns grow over the decline of China’s intangible cultural heritage, young inheritors, veteran artisans, and enthusiasts are finding new ways to revive traditional crafts and connect with a modern audience
The sequel to China’s beloved animation anthology turns boldly inward, but not every story finds its footing
Photographer Ma Changyu, a former worker in Maotai, documents the surreal contrasts of solitude and bustle that define the baijiu-producing town
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Once a secret script shared among women in Jiangyong, Hunan, Nüshu now inspires young female creators to reimagine its origins, create new works, and carry its culture and spirit forward
Step back 1,000 years into the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms, when political chaos produced a litany of historical curiosities
Children’s smartwatches have become big business in China, but do their safety features outweigh the potential risks to attention spans and social inclusion?
From cyberpunk horse installations to “My Little Pony”-inspired lanterns, here’s a glimpse of how the Lantern Festival is lighting up every corner of the country
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