The 2026 China Overseas Scholars Entrepreneurship Competition launches in Beijing, inviting global talent to compete in innovation.
2026 (12th) China Overseas Scholars Entrepreneurship Competition &...
Shanghai pet gyms charge up to 2,000 yuan (£220) a month. As a result, debate grows over cost, city life, and modern dog care.
“Would you pay 2,000 yuan (£220) a month for a pet gym?” One user asked this...
Young consumers in China are driving a boom in low- and no-alcohol drinks, reshaping social habits and the global drinks market.
Recently, the topic “Does ‘fake alcohol’ still count as alcohol?” trended...
How do personal stories intertwine with the broad currents of history? Our third monthly selection looks at the human experience within the broader tides of China’s past and present.
Across memoir, fiction...
From green swings to cherry blossoms, Colour Walks offer a calm, creative way to experience the city and find joy in small moments.
A new trend has emerged this spring. In particular, it follows the rise...
While humanoid robotics companies continue to refine their prototypes in laboratory settings, several elderly care communities in Beijing have moved beyond testing to integrate robots into daily life.
On...
Explore Chun Bing, the traditional spring pancake of the Spring Equinox, and its history, flavours, and cultural meaning.
As spring arrives, the air softens, and fresh greens begin to appear on the table....
Discover how Chinese and British surnames like Tin–Field and Kam–Gold share meanings rooted in nature, landscape, and culture.
Surnames are more than just labels—they carry history, culture, and the stories...
Perler bead crafting is booming in China as young people turn to this relaxing DIY hobby for stress relief and creative expression.
Perler bead craft is a DIY activity. People place small colored plastic...
You’ve heard of the one-man band; now meet the one-person company—where AI provides the orchestra for a new generation of solo entrepreneurs.
In early 2024, Sam Altman suggested that artificial intelligence...
Meet Su Jin Zai, the ‘darkest panda on the internet.’ After playing in snow and mud at Wolong Shenshuping Base, this adorable cub got covered in dirt.
Recently, a panda cub named “Su Jin Zai” went viral...
Expats explore Chengdu through “City Walk,” drawn to its relaxed lifestyle, vibrant culture and welcoming atmosphere.
“The red lanterns, Spring Festival couplets and other decorations seen everywhere...
In Northeast China, the Manchu Eight Bowls mark the start of Spring Festival with slow-cooked winter dishes shared around one abundant table.
In Northeast China, winters arrive early and stay long.
On...
Happy Chinese New Year, Britain!
As red buses meet red lanterns and Highland winds carry the echo of firecrackers, the spirit of the 2026 Year of the Horse has arrived on British soil.
Ever wondered what...
Thanks to a lucky name pun, Draco Malfoy has taken over Chinese New Year celebrations, inspiring fan art, decorations, and viral online jokes.
Harry Potter character Draco Malfoy has claimed an unexpected...
China’s doll-dress economy is booming as young adults spend on miniature fashion for Labubu and other designer toys.
Mini suits, pants, hanfu (traditional Chinese clothing), and Victorian dresses are not...
A selection of books offering fresh perspectives on Chinese society, culture and the human experience.
What’s worth reading from China as we begin the new year? To mark the debut of our monthly book recommendations,...
China reports no Nipah virus cases but strengthens monitoring. India confirms two cases, and other Asian countries ramp up border measures.
Chinese health authorities reported no Nipah virus infections....
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...
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”,...
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....
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,...
As the Year of the Horse approaches, explore how the horse’s enduring legacy is shaped by Chinese myth, history, and art.
From China’s earliest dynasties, horses were vital to transport, warfare, and daily...
Discover the top 10 Chinese youth buzzwords of 2025, reflecting trends in self-care, emotional balance and lifestyle.
Over the course of 2025, the Shanghai Youth Research Centre, in collaboration with...
Antarctica is attracting more Chinese travellers than ever, as tourism grows and new regulations aim to protect the continent’s unique environment.
Antarctica is gradually shedding its image as a destination...
Recently, the 23rd season of Britain’s hit dance competition show Strictly Come Dancing drew to a close. Notably, Chinese dancer Carlos Gu paired up with former England women’s national football...
Winter invites stillness and inner strength. In traditional Chinese culture, this season calls us to slow down, store energy, and protect the kidneys — the source of vitality. As nature retreats inward,...
Cui Jiaojiao, a 31-year-old property agent in Beijing, has tried almost everything to fall asleep. Plagued by sleepless nights, she has built an arsenal of sleep aids — steam-heated eye masks to ease fatigue,...
At the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen was out, while Wang Xinyu continued her good form.
Wang Xinyu Keeps Rolling
Chinese women’s singles tennis player Wang...
Leading legal and corporate professionals from China and the UK examined the evolving landscape of international arbitration in global trade and investment at SHIAC‘s “London Arbitration Night”.
During...
In a land ravaged by war, one young Englishman decided not to watch from the sidelines—but to stand alongside the suffering and build a future from the ruins.
“What I wanted was to live among the people...
This spring, Shanghai welcomes I. M. Pei: Life Is Architecture, the first major retrospective of the Chinese American architect in the mainland.
I. M. Pei (1917-2019), a Pritzker Prize laureate, left a...