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What Makes China’s Legal Exam the Toughest in the Nation?
With a record number of people taking the Chinese bar exam this year, attention has turned once again to the country’s toughest exam—and to how it has evolved from selecting imperial officials to fostering public legal awareness today
A Tiny Rural Community’s Grand Effort to Welcome the Ancestral God | Photo Story
Despite having only six households left, the “parading of the god” ceremony in Fujian’s Weixiang village continues each year, alive with color, techno music, and unwavering faith
Wang Nuannuan, Attempted Murder Survivor, and Her Extraordinary Path to Rebirth
Widely known as the “pregnant woman pushed off a cliff in Thailand,” Wang was recently granted a divorce from her attacker after a prolonged legal battle. Her story is one of unimaginable trauma and extraordinary resilience.
The 2025 Halloween Costume Guide (Chinese Memes Version)
Eight Chinese Halloween costume ideas inspired by this year’s viral trends, from an “international power couple” to a humble fried chicken fillet vendor
Late Bloomers in Ancient China
A cursory look back through some key characters in China’s history reveals that much can be achieved, even in one’s twilight years
Idiomized: Mastering the Art of Cooking in Four Characters
As one of the oldest professions, chefs have inspired many idioms that show wisdom beyond the act of cooking itself
How a Small Chinese Village Is Welcoming Translators Worldwide
From century-old villages to China’s first translator residency, Songyang is drawing young entrepreneurs and global visitors while preserving its cultural heritage
Why Gen Z Is Turning Against Curator Cafés in China
As younger consumers favor experiences over products, “curator”-led cafés and boutiques have sprung up across China. Yet with growing pushback against overpriced, underwhelming offerings, is this trendy fad already losing its appeal?
National Day Film Picks Despite Box Office Slump
From scams targeting the hearing-impaired to the long-awaited Three Kingdoms-themed animation, here are some notable films from this underwhelming National Day holiday season
Urban Renewal: China’s Urbanization Is Entering a New Phase
Discover how Chinese cities are embracing a new wave of urban renewal, driven by the urgent need for upgrade, and more in our latest magazine issue
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