Taiwan popstars no longer dominate the mainland’s music scene; could the island’s indie bands replace them?
China’s domestic horror films still struggle to impress audiences
Since the 1970s, Taiwan’s university campuses have been integral to the island’s music industry
With millions of followers, Zhao Xiaoli is China’s most popular artist on Douyin—so why do art critics not rate her work?
A new science fiction and fantasy anthology shows the best of China’s growing canon of female and non-binary authors
A handful of independent short films promote empathy and compassion toward war victims in Ukraine
Documentary-makers have been turning out works of high artistic and social value since the 1990s. But is their golden age over?
An online art exhibition calls attention to the infamous “chained woman” case in eastern China, despite repeated censorship
A new book by historian Yajun Mo reveals the through-lines linking Chinese travelers, past and present
The “Lin Lan Fairy Tales” was a huge project, collecting folklore for children from all across China. So why has no-one heard of it?
Despite an experimental sound and just two album releases in a decade, Omnipotent Youth Society has remained one of China’s most relatable rock bands…
Five ancient poems that celebrate the first full moon of a new Lunar New Year
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