Man on the Street: Chinese Breakfast Vendor

Every morning, Zhang Yin and her husband roll their cart, equipped with a metal steamer, to their regular selling post on Shatai Lu and vend porridge, buns and other morning repast....

by Tristin Zhang, 17 November 2016

Why Chinese Celebs Are Leaving Free Books on the Metro

A 'tossing books campaign' kicks off in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou, involving Chinese movie stars and famous authors.

by Tristin Zhang, 16 November 2016

The Surreal Story of the Blue Man Group

The Blue Man Group will be performing at the Tianqiao Performing Arts Center from Oct 27-Nov 13.

by Tristin Zhang, 20 October 2016

Man on the Street: Kiosk Newsagent

Read all about it.

by Tristin Zhang, 21 September 2016

Man on the Street: Baidu Takeout Deliveryman

Straight to your doorstep.

by Tristin Zhang, 21 July 2016

Man on the Street: Band of the Blind

The regular rockers of Dongshankou.

by Tristin Zhang, 19 May 2016

Man on the Street: Street Barbecue Sellers

A look at the everyday life of a roadside BBQ seller.

by Tristin Zhang, 21 January 2016

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