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Money First, Love Later: How Young People Are Redefining the “Internet Valentine’s Day”
May 20, also known as the “Chinese Internet Valentine’s Day,” has over the years morphed into yet another shopping festival, much like the equally made-up “Singles Day.” But this year, the memes and slang that emerged seemed to push back against both consumerism and romance.
As the “2D Goods Economy” Explodes in China, Can Fantasy Worlds Solve Real-life Woes?
With the sale of anime-related products now a multi-billion-yuan industry, there’s no sign of the trend slowing down. But who are the beneficiaries, and what impact has this explosion in popularity had on the subcultures it grew out of?
Car Talk: Starting a New Life on Wheels
With innovative features like auto parking and gaming cockpits, smart EVs are capturing the hearts of young buyers. Here’s a language guide to buying your first car in China.
Rethinking ADHD: Young Chinese Find Support and Strength in Safe Online Spaces
With growing awareness, many in China are finding support online and viewing ADHD as a source of strength, but experts caution against the romanticization of the condition and over-reliance on internet diagnoses
Youthful Nostalgia: Why China’s Gen Z Is Embracing the Past?
Explore why China’s Gen Z is turning to the past, the most cherished memories across generations, and more in our latest magazine issue
What Are Millennials and Gen Z Nostalgic For? | Infographics
A look at childhood snacks, classic TV shows, and nostalgia-themed commercial zones through the numbers
Nostalgia-Core: Why China’s Gen Z is Embracing the Past
Disenfranchised by an increasingly fast-paced society, some younger Chinese are turning to the past to center themselves and regain a sense of comfort
The Year in Memes: China’s Viral Moments of 2024
From the viral “Chengdu Disney” to the rise of “retirement literature,” here are some of the funniest memes of 2024
Can Young Chinese Sustain Their Newfound Rural Life by Simply Farming the Land?
As competition in cities increases, a small but growing contingent of Chinese youth are returning to the countryside to till the land and look for inner peace
Why are Chinese Doctors’ Offices Full of Red Pennants?
The bestowing of red pennants, or “jinqi,” has evolved from a simple acknowledgment of appreciation to a token for career advancement and even a means to subvert authority
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