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Chinese Rappers Are Turning Hometown Slang Into Chart-Toppers
Skai Isyourgod (Lan Lao) recently surpassed Jay Chou as the most-streamed Mandopop artist on Spotify, leading the charge for a new generation of rappers climbing the charts
Ma’andi: The Mysterious Land of Butterflies
Cradled in the borderlands between Yunnan and Vietnam, the town of Ma’andi bursts to life each year as millions of butterflies hatch in unison—a fleeting marvel now shadowed by the pressures of over-tourism and the urgent need for preservation
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
Beyond Generative: Wang Xin’s AI Art of Connection and Evolution
In the age of AI, artist Wang Xin explores new frameworks for what art can be
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
Pool’s Big Break Among China’s Youth
Once dismissed as a pastime for dropouts and gangs, pool has clawed its way back to become a booming pursuit among amateurs and professionals alike, driven by social media, grassroots clubs, and national campaigns
The Rocky History of China’s Marriage Law Reforms
On the 75th anniversary of China’s first marriage law, a look back at how far the legal framework has come, from advancing women’s rights to addressing the demographic crisis
China’s Most Talked About Summer Movies (So Far)
The battle for the summer box office is still heating up in China. Here are some of the standout domestic productions that have generated buzz—both for better and for worse.
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
Tracking the Latest Trends in China’s AI Industry | Infographics
China’s AI advances in education, agriculture, and exports—in numbers
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