From marrying rich to getting paid on time, “da jieguo” has become the catchphrase of Chinese hustle culture as well as a way for young netizens to mock society’s obsession with status and success
October 28, 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.
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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
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