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The unexpected rise of "City Busing"
Cities are packed with leisure spots—restaurants, malls, parks, nightlife districts. But lately, a surprising new venue has entered the chat: the cit…
6 months, 1 week ago
The parental school volunteering trap
Millions of parents across China stand outside schools in vests, directing traffic with no training, no authority, and no real choice. What began as …
6 months, 1 week ago
The 0.3% social insurance solution
China is rolling out what some call its "sixth social insurance": long-term care insurance. The cost is just 0.3 percent of income, but the ambition …
6 months, 1 week ago
Why can't China stop working overtime?
In 2025, China averaged 49 hours a week. Laws exist. Awareness exists. So why nothing changing? Today we ask: who actually benefits from your long ho…
6 months, 1 week ago
The new Qingming: From ancient rituals to eco-burials
It was a day of remembrance, when people across China honor their departed loved ones in different ways. Over the weekend, the country marked another…
6 months, 1 week ago
Silver screens: Navigating the digital frontier with China's 161 million seniors
Forget the teenage gamers—the newest power users are your grandparents. From chasing flash sales at midnight to becoming viral influencers, seniors a…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Are you a "vintage human"?
Move over, Gen Z trends. The latest identity young people are claiming for themselves is "old-school human." It's a deliberate step back from the hyp…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Have pets lost their welcome mat?
Over the past decade, the rise of pet-friendly cafés, restaurants, and shopping malls has reflected a broader change in urban culture. Pets are no lo…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Steep your next adventure in tea!
For centuries, tea was a staple, the quiet ceremonial background note to Chinese life. But in 2026, the spring harvest has transformed into a high‑st…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Are headphones going back to the jack?
When people traded wired headphones for their wireless cousins, the decision was driven by style and convenience. But when it comes to the mind, prio…
6 months, 2 weeks ago