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Stories From Toon Street: Su Tong’s Latest Short Story Collection Reviewed
An imaginary Chinese village during the reform and opening era, with its oft-referenced “Toon Street,” is vividly depicted in a newly translated short story collection from the author of “Raise the Red Lantern”
New Game: The Changing Hands of Chinese Gaming
Find out how China’s increasing gaming literacy and female representation are reshaping the industry, and more with our latest magazine issue
“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
Celebrate the Hani New Year with the World’s Longest Feast
Despite being a relatively new tradition, Lüchun’s Long Street Banquet has, in just 20 years, attracted world-record numbers of tourists and become a major event on the Hani ethnic calendar
What Comes After the Pigs? | Fiction
During a rural Chinese family reunion after the Lunar New Year, a man and his pigs became the unexpected center of attention
Blessed by the Gods: A Tour of Shanxi’s Ancient Temples
Shanxi province is home to a staggering number of temples and other cultural sites, yet many remain in disrepair despite being key to local tourism campaigns
Into the Eye: China’s Intrepid Storm Chasers
As climate change triggers an increase in natural disasters across China, a small but growing group of people are driving into the heart of mayhem to capture stunning images from the center of typhoons, tornadoes, and hailstorms—providing invaluable resources for disaster research
玩: The Character That Tempts Both Joy and Danger
Over the centuries, the character 玩 has evolved from encapsulating an appreciation for jade to describing a state of entertainment and even a lack of commitment
China’s Winding Path to Gaming Literacy
With the success of “Black Myth” and a new generation of parents who grew up playing video games, China has leveled up its understanding of gaming. But traditional beliefs may be hard to break.
Women in Film: Three Recent Releases
A look at the recent hits and misses in female-centric cinematic sphere
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