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Liuzi Vibes: How Chinese Students Survive Studying Abroad
With recent crackdowns on foreign students in the US, the prospect of studying abroad is becoming increasingly fraught for Chinese students—but they are no strangers to uncertainty away from home, as these phrases show
Get a Grip on the Character for “Snake” This World Snake Day
Beyond the initial reactions of fear and revulsion that they often elicit, the snake’s hold on China’s natural ecosystem and the country’s language is both ancient and complex
Idiomized: Ancient China’s Most Famous Battle in Four Characters
Learn idioms of eloquence, trickery, and deceit—all inspired by the Battle of Red Cliffs
A Slang Guide to the Labubu Craze: More Than Just a Toy?
As fans scramble to get their hands on a coveted Labubu, discover the viral slang and memes inspired by these “ugly-cute” dolls that have taken the world by storm
Jiangsu Finds Grassroots Football Glory in “Su-per League”
A recent amateur football league between Jiangsu’s 13 prefecture-level cities spurred a massive tourist drive in the province—as well as a healthy dose of competition
能: A Character Capable of Anything
How the original character for “bear” came to mean ability, power, and more
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.
Food Fight: China’s Food Delivery Platforms Go Toe to Toe
In a scramble to capture and retain both customers and delivery riders, the country’s three biggest delivery platforms have gone into “war mode”
育: The Character That Follows You From Birth
Explore the character that encompasses birth, nurture, and education
Idiomized: 4 Characters That Weighed Too Little
As China launches a national weight management campaign, we take a look at idioms about being thin—once considered another major health risk throughout much of the country’s history
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