From a series of memes featuring a somber possum to the unlikely duo of the Monkey King and Lin Daiyu, here are some of this year’s viral trends that might inspire your Halloween costume
October 30, 2026
To understand contemporary China, one must look back into its past. As one of the world’s oldest civilizations, China’s more than 5,000 years of history are not confined to textbooks and museums; they continue to offer living wisdom today. Its long history was shaped not only by emperors and legendary figures, but also by the countless ordinary people who have lived on this land.
Discover how China’s health policy, the fitness industry, and new weight-loss drugs are reshaping the fight against obesity in the country
From crime investigations to fantastical adventures and everyday warmth, here are four Chinese web novelists making it big in the “danmei” romance genre
From opera and symphonic concerts to chamber music and crossover performances, the 29th Beijing Music Festival, running from October 9 to 20, brings together nine acclaimed ensembles and 700 artists for events across the capital
With a growing overseas audience, this season’s Chinese series have much to offer, from historical and workplace romance to matters of national security, law and order
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