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Justice for Snakes: The Real Story of the Most Misunderstood Zodiac Animal
How the snake evolved from a revered symbol of worship to a figure of fear and evil in ancient Chinese culture
The Fear Within: Can China’s Horror Game Developers Overcome Genre Malaise?
Evading strict censorship around religious and supernatural content, Chinese horror games have long used cultural elements like paper money, ancestral tablets, and red lanterns to evoke horror and tension—yet now, audiences are seeking deeper thrills
Ten Thousand Miles of Clouds and Moons: An Anthology of New Chinese Writing
Beijing-based arts collective Spittoon has partnered with a British publisher to release a stellar anthology, bringing essential contemporary Chinese writing to an international audience
Murky Waters and Muddy Deals: Inside China’s Hairy Crab Industry
Despite the growing popularity and availability of hairy crabs, one of China’s most sought-after delicacies, both consumers and sellers face challenges with product quality and imitation goods in the market
Internet Slang Quiz: The Ultimate 2024 Buzzword Challenge
Consider yourself a slang master? Take TWOC’s annual buzzword test and find out if you really are in the know
The Year in Her Words: China’s Top Feminist News of 2024
From sanitary pad controversies to a rural woman’s extraordinary fight for justice, here are the top feminist stories of the year
A Year of Climate Challenge: China’s Top Environmental Stories in 2024
From extreme drought and typhoons to growing renewable energy capacity, here are the key environmental stories shaping China in 2024
A Year in Hot Searches: The Rise and Fall of China’s Top Influencers in 2024
From the return of China’s YouTube Queen to scandals involving fake personas and false advertising, here are the viral influencers of the year
The Year in Memes: China’s Viral Moments of 2024
From the viral “Chengdu Disney” to the rise of “retirement literature,” here are some of the funniest memes of 2024
The Year in Chinese Cinema: Movies of 2024
The film market struggled in 2024, but these movies managed to stand out and make their mark
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