National Day Film Picks Despite Box Office Slump
From scams targeting the hearing-impaired to the long-awaited Three Kingdoms-themed animation, here are some notable films from this underwhelming Na…
From scams targeting the hearing-impaired to the long-awaited Three Kingdoms-themed animation, here are some notable films from this underwhelming Na…
Ancient seafarers who roamed China’s waters left behind countless legends: as leaders of popular uprisings, developers of maritime trade, and heroes …
How a riverside city in Guangxi has evolved from a Tang-era backwater, to a polluted industrial hub, and finally into a model of green living
Spanning the country from north to south, these five lesser-known destinations range from deserts to tropical coasts and offer (relatively) quieter a…
Once symbols of progress, China’s residential buildings now face cracks, costs, and uncertainty
A single complaint from a tech entrepreneur about a popular restaurant chain has revived the debate over pre-made food—a development that could usher…
With PhD graduates outpacing available positions, young Chinese scholars face an uphill battle for jobs, resources, and recognition in an increasingl…
How the idea of a child’s innocence has shifted through Chinese history
Once a privilege for the few, air travel has changed dramatically—along with the female cabin crew who are now speaking out against unfair working co…
Beijing hosted its first-ever pro wrestling event in May. The World of Chinese went behind the scenes to find out why people are happily paying good …
As China’s malls struggle in an era of e-commerce and slowing consumption, some are becoming lifestyle hubs, nostalgic sanctuaries—and even public se…
China’s urban youths are recasting fishing, an ancient activity associated with retirees, into modern struggles and philosophies