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ANCIENT HISTORY

Greeting the New Year: The (Un)changing Customs of Chinese New Year Wishes

From carving on wood to “flying cards” in red envelopes, how people expressed their New Year’s greeting, or “bainian” in ancient China

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ANCIENT HISTORY

Greeting the New Year: The (Un)changing Customs of Chinese New Year Wishes

From carving on wood to “flying cards” in red envelopes, how people expressed their New Year’s greeting, or “bainian” in ancient China

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“Romance in the Alley” Highlights Womanhood During China’s Reform Era

The latest hit series, “Romance in the Alley,” highlights the evolving roles of women as they navigate the challenges of family, society, and personal growth during China’s golden era of economic reform

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TRADITIONAL CULTURE

From Weapon to Costume Piece: The Formidable Hairpins of Fuzhou

With a 1,600-year history, Fuzhou’s “tri-hairpin” has evolved from weapon to accessory to nearly forgotten artifact, but now, thanks to a small group of designers, it’s back in vogue

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TRAVEL, BUSINESS

Ting Bu Dong? China’s Surging Demand for Foreign Language Tour Guides

As China seeks to attract more international tourists, the need for multilingual guides is on the rise

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BUSINESS

The Boom of College Admissions Counseling in China

Complicated admissions policies and a cutthroat job market have made college application consultation a lucrative business in China, but the quality of service is often subpar

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FEMINISM

K-Pop Roadshows: A Space for Liberation or Objectification?

Public K-pop dance performances are growing in popularity in China, but does their proliferation point to female empowerment or the perpetuation of the male gaze?