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Debuting to Rave Reviews, Chinese Drama ‘The Bad Kids’ Cuts Deep
Directed by a former punk rocker, the wildly popular psychological thriller is driven by complex characters, including three children who inadvertently film a cold-blooded murder.
All’s Not Fair in China Amid Face-Whitening Product Rebrands
The mood on Chinese social media has turned stormy as L’Oréal, following in the footsteps of several competitors, looks to change its marketing strategy.
81 Dead or Missing in China as Floods Spread to 26 Provinces
Over 740,000 people have had to be relocated amid the worst flooding some areas of the country have witnessed in decades.
‘Sisters’ Act: The Hollow Feminism of China’s Hottest New Show
Between progressive politics and drama, producers will always choose the latter. But that doesn’t mean the show isn’t worth watching.
Chinese Footwear Brands Scrutinized Over Toxic Chemical
Three major companies were found to have excessive amounts of phthalate in their slippers.
China’s COVID-19 Vaccine Makers Are Going Abroad for Human Trials
With dwindling coronavirus cases at home, Chinese biomedical companies are cooperating with Brazil and the UAE for phase three clinical trials.
Weibo and the Decay of China’s Public Sphere
Not having kids doesn’t mean a woman is a “failure.” So why can’t China stop arguing about it?
Kids Learn Music, Confidence at Guizhou’s School of Rock
A few years ago, Haiga Elementary School was underfunded and underutilized. Now it has a strong reputation for academics, buoyed by a music program that teaches kids to cover rock ‘n’ roll classics.
Enter Ghost: China’s Growing Obsession With Immersive Plays
‘Mythic Stories of Fanling Township’ is the latest production to tap into Chinese theatergoers’ craving for interactive and unique cultural experiences.
Brazilian Expat Accused of Secretly Filming Women, Posting Videos Online
Two women in Shenzhen said they weren’t aware they were being filmed while on dates with the man, who has denied any wrongdoing.
Chinese Basketball League Resumes Season After 5-Month Hiatus
The remaining 70-plus games of the CBA season will be played over the next two weeks in Qingdao and Dongguan.
In Guangzhou, Migrants Return to a Harsh New Labor Market
As COVID-19 receded, a migrant worker rushed back to the garment factories of southern China. But she found the city utterly changed.
China to Reduce Coal Consumption Amid Economic Downturn
Experts say the central government’s decision to cap coal power projects may prevent provincial authorities from fueling economic growth at the expense of the environment.
Mass Virus Testing Strains Beijing’s Resources
The Chinese capital is testing hundreds of thousands of residents amid its recent coronavirus outbreak.
In China, a Lawsuit Galvanizes the Transgender Rights Movement
Transgender Chinese face widespread discrimination at work. But some believe the courts could offer an avenue for change.
Beijing’s COVID Cluster ‘Contained,’ But Search for Source Continues
A leading CDC expert believes the local outbreak’s peak was nearly a week ago, though many of the infected didn’t show symptoms initially.
Beijing to Disburse 3 Million Yuan to Struggling Cinemas
Movie theaters in the city will receive $1,600 on average from a special development fund that is normally allocated toward subsidizing film productions and building new cinemas.
‘Middle-Aged’ Celebs Are Vying to Become China’s Next Girl Group
Some viewers praise “Sisters Who Make Waves” for being inclusive, while others say the show does little to address the real issues older women in China’s entertainment industry face.
China bought about $1 billion of U.S. cotton: Lighthizer
Chinese officials have repeatedly affirmed their commitment to buy more U.S. goods and services as agreed under a Phase 1 trade deal, U.S. Robert Lighthizer told lawmakers, adding that some $10 billion in purchases had been recorded thus far.
Subculture Sellouts: Kuaishou and Bilibili Embrace Normcore
Long known as havens for China’s marginalized, nerdy, and just plain weird, the two video platforms are trading their grassroots cred for a more yuppie-friendly image.
