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Beijing’s New Solution for Millions of Tons of Trash
Following in Shanghai’s footsteps, the Chinese capital will become the second city in the country to implement a compulsory waste-sorting policy.
Why China’s Gay Academics Feel They Must Stand Out or Stay Hidden
Some have won recognition and acceptance by outperforming their straight peers, but holding sexual minorities to a higher standard is neither ethical nor reasonable.
How a New Law Turned China’s Vaccine Industry Upside-Down
China is trying to inoculate itself against future faulty vaccine scandals with strict new legislation. But the changes have led to complications.
China Approves Production of First Domestic HPV Vaccine
Experts say the low-cost vaccine will be accessible to a large population and help prevent cervical cancer.
The Problem With China’s Medical Tourism Boom
Millions of anxious women have traveled to Hong Kong in search of peace of mind, but local clinics and insurance agents aren’t always reliable health partners.
The Trial Testing China’s New ‘Fake Drugs’ Policy
As China relaxes a law against importing unapproved medication, a woman’s future hangs in the balance.
Silent No More: How China’s Domestic Abuse Victims Spoke Out
Despite China’s introduction of landmark anti-domestic violence legislation, progress on the issue remains slow. In 2019, victims took to social media to share their pain.
Exploring the Many Faces of Beauty in Modern China
Photographer Luo Yang challenges traditional norms with her portraits of young Chinese.
Dogs’ Lives: Rescuing China’s Growing Pack of Strays
A recent boom in pet ownership has led to millions of abandoned animals wandering China’s streets. In 2019, the country started to do something about it.
How Li Ziqi Repackages Rural China For Urban Fantasies
Conversations about the social media star tend to focus on her international popularity, but what do her Chinese fans see in her?
2019: The Year China Went to War on Garbage
In China’s major cities, people started talking trash with the introduction of strict — at times baffling — new waste-sorting schemes.
Bruce Lee Heir Hits China Fast Food Chain With $30 Million Suit
Bruce Lee’s daughter struck back in a Chinese court at a popular fast-food chain for misappropriating the kung fu superstar’s image.
China Is Updating the Do’s and Don’ts of Saying ‘I Do’
Revisions being considered by China’s top legislators include ‘cool-off periods’ before divorces and mandatory disclosure of ‘serious illnesses’ between spouses. Netizens aren’t exactly holding their peace.
China Arrests 103 Accused of Making Counterfeit German Adhesive
Police in Shanghai have arrested 103 suspects for alleged involvement in counterfeiting German adhesive brand Loctite, the official Xinhua news agency reported on Wednesday, as China seeks to increase punishment of violations over intellectual property rights.
The Lives of China’s Young Undertakers
Death is one of China’s biggest taboos. It’s also a thriving industry in need of fresh blood.
China’s Year in Sports in 7 Words
For Chinese sports, 2019 was a year of triumphs, disappointments, and — above all — controversies.
Pastoral-Life Vlogger Sparks ‘Cultural Export’ Debate
Though some in China praise Li Ziqi for achieving international fame, others worry that the Sichuan-based influencer reinforces negative stereotypes of rural China.
Why China’s Trying to Get Professors Back to the Podium, Again
Education officials want to establish a first-rate university system. First they have to convince professors to show up for class.
The U.S. Government’s Mistrust of Chinese Americans
Ties to China doom applicants’ security clearances more than to any other country.
China says hopes it can reach trade agreement with U.S. as soon as possible
China said on Monday that it hoped to make a trade deal with the United States as soon as possible, amid intense discussions before fresh U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports are due to kick in at the end of the week.
