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【One Bowl, One Story】Laba Garlic: A Winter Tradition Before Chinese New Year
A look at Laba garlic, a seasonal Chinese dish made before the Spring Festival. From its emerald colour to the winter rituals behind it. If you’re curious about Chinese traditions leading up to the Spring...
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The 2025 China-EU Speech Conference Concludes Successfully
On December 19th, 2025, the 2025 China-Europe Annual Speech Conference took place in Hall 1 of UNESCO headquarters in Paris. The theme of the event was “Dialogue Among Civilisations: Envisioning the Future”....
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China to Start Nationwide Elderly Care Service Subsidies in 2026
China will launch a nationwide elderly care service subsidy program in 2026, providing monthly digital vouchers for eligible disabled seniors. China will begin a nationwide elderly care service subsidy...
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Making Red Lanterns Ahead of Chinese New Year
Workers at a lantern factory in southwest China are busy making red lanterns as demand rises ahead of the Chinese New Year. As the Chinese New Year approaches, demand for red lanterns is rising across...
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China’s Next Stage | Smart Manufacturing: Smart Factories Reshape China’s Industry
China’s manufacturing landscape is undergoing a major shift as smart factories powered by AI, automation, and digital systems reshape production. Bright lights flood the workshop. Robots glide smoothly...
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Beyond the Taste: Shenzhou-20 Astronaut Unfolds "Space Barbecue" Story
What is the taste of “Space Barbecue”?  An astronaut of the Shenzhou-20 shared the story behind the “Space Barbecue”. Wang Jie, astronaut of the Shenzhou-20 mission, shared their...
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Shu-Fu: Building Bridges Through Comedy
Beijing-based comedy duo Shu-Fu uses bilingual stand-up and humour to bridge cultures and connect audiences through laughter. It’s winter in Beijing, and the air carries a crisp chill. Inside a rehearsal...
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Snowy China: Stunning Winter Landscapes Across the Country
From snow-covered Great Walls and ancient water towns to frosted coastlines, see how China transforms into a serene winter wonderland. China experienced widespread snowfall in mid-January, transforming...
Becoming Chinese
Why TikTok Users Are Embracing a “Highly Chinese” Life
From Ba Duan Jin to hot water rituals, the “Becoming Chinese” trend on TikTok is reshaping the global wellness landscape. A new social media trend, humorously called “Becoming Chinese”,...
Year of the Horse commemorative coins
Year of the Horse Commemorative Coins Spark Collector Frenzy
China’s Year of the Horse commemorative coins and banknotes sell out within minutes, sparking a collector frenzy and soaring resale prices. On the evening of January 13th, China opened reservations for...
David Hare Skylight
From London to Beijing: David Hare’s Skylight Finds a New Voice
Hong Kong theatre troupe brings David Hare’s Skylight to Beijing in Cantonese, starring Tse Kwan-ho and Wang Wan-zhi, exploring love, loss, and social class in a fresh cross-cultural adaptation. From January...
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China’s Next Stage | Green Energy in 2025: From EVs to Wind and Solar
China’s 2025 data show steady gains in green energy, with growth in EVs, wind and solar power, and broader progress in the green economy and clean energy transition. China released its official economic...
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Nezha Musical Superbly Brings Chinese Mythology to a London Stage
The Nezha Musical was performed at the Shaw Theatre in London, superbly retelling the story of Nezha for an international audience. Three performances of Nezha were given at the Shaw Theatre in Central...
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Symphony Kukai Returns to London on January 30th
The London Philharmonic Orchestra joins with the China Conservatory Choir to perform Symphony Kukai at Royal Festival Hall in London on January 30th. In January 2026, the legendary London Philharmonic...
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Why the Ancestral Hall is the 'Church' of Chinese Life
While European life often revolves around the church, many Chinese communities find their heart in the ancestral hall. In much of Europe, the heart of a city or village is almost always the church. It...
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How Lao Gan Ma Turned Authentic Flavor Into Global Growth
From Chinese kitchens to global shelves, Lao Gan Ma’s “Old Godmother” chilli sauce delivers authenticity the world craves. Lao Gan Ma, the iconic chilli sauce brand, has filled Chinese kitchens for decades....
The Louvre Museum
UK and Chinese Visitors Face Higher Prices at the Louvre
The Louvre Museum in Paris has raised ticket prices for non-EU visitors, including tourists from the UK and China. Since Jan. 14th, the Louvre Museum in Paris has increased ticket prices for most non-EU...
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China's AI-related Products Thrive in Global Trade in 2025
China’s AI product trade surged in 2025, driven by rapid growth in robotics, smart driving, and computing power. China’s trade in AI-related products remained strong in 2025, with several notable highlights,...
Hong Kong West Kowloon High-Speed Rail Station
China’s Next Stage | Cross-Border Rail Travel Surges in the Greater Bay Area
The Guangzhou–Shenzhen–Hong Kong high-speed rail has surpassed one million cross-border trips, marking a milestone in regional connectivity and travel convenience. Cross-border passenger traffic on the...
Nie Weiping
In Memory of Nie Weiping, Who Believed Go Was About People
A tribute to Nie Weiping, the legendary Chinese Go player who shaped generations, promoted Go worldwide, and believed the game is ultimately about human judgment, patience, and life lessons. When Nie Weiping...
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China's Robot Trainers: Train Robots For Real-life Applications
In China, a growing number of robot trainers are training their “steel students” to better equip them for real-life applications. “Every seemingly simple movement requires hundreds of repetitions...
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Pipa Musician Gao Hong to Perform a Concert in London
Pipa Musician Gao Hong will perform her new album Symphony of Self with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra at Temple Church in London on Saturday 17th January. Gao Hong will play the Pipa alongside...
Nobel Laureates HKUST
Nobel Laureates Share Insights on AI with HKUST Students
Four Nobel Laureates shared research insights and views on AI with HKUST students and faculty, inspiring curiosity and innovation. The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) hosted the...
Chongqing cat park
A Cat-themed Park Everyone’s Talking About in Chongqing
Chongqing opens Firefly Harbour Cat‑themed Park, featuring hundreds of rescued cats, interactive visits, and adoption options. Recently, Chongqing opened a cat-themed park, and it quickly became a favourite...
Tangshan Quarry Park in Nanjing
Demumu and the Rise of Solo-Living Safety Apps in China
Explore Demumu, the viral solo-living safety app in China, its rise, user impact, and challenges in the growing safety app market. On Jan. 14th, the solo-living safety app previously in China as “死了么”...
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Why Millions in China Are Downloading an App Called “Are You Dead?”
A minimalist Chinese app that asks users to check in once a day has surged in popularity among young professionals living alone. For Li Wan, a 25-year-old living alone in Shandong province in eastern China,...
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China Tightens Rules, Bars Hospitals from Funeral Services
China has tightened rules on medical institutions’ funeral services to protect families and curb abuse in the funeral sector. On Jan. 12th, Chinese authorities introduced new rules to regulate funeral-related...
Zhu Jiejing
Dancing Beyond the Self: Zhu Jiejing’s Stage Philosophy
Explore the philosophy and artistry behind Zhu Jiejing’s performances, where grace, discipline, and the soul of dance come alive. The Iceberg of Performance As the melody of Song of the Fishermen filled...
Yin Ruins discoveries
Ancient China’s Earliest Kept Wild Animals Discovered at Yin Ruins
Archaeologists at China’s Yin Ruins have uncovered the earliest known evidence of wild animals kept by humans. Recently, archaeologists at the Yin Ruins in Anyang, Henan Province, uncovered the earliest...
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Sport on Ice Connects Chinese and British Universities in Harbin
Chinese and British university students come together in Harbin for an international ice dragon boat friendship race, strengthening youth exchange through winter sports. The “HIT–Cambridge–Oxford Cup”...
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Why a “Crying Horse” Toy Is Winning Hearts Across China
A factory mistake turned a “crying horse” toy into a viral hit in China, as consumers embraced its imperfect but relatable expression and drove unexpected demand. A small manufacturing error has unexpectedly...
Shengzhou Xiaolongbao
Xiaolongbao: A Cultural Bridge for a Young Chinese Entrepreneur
Discover how a young Chinese entrepreneur brings Shengzhou xiaolongbao abroad, connecting cultures and sharing a taste of home with international customers. At the start of 2026, while many were still...
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