This Day in History: First NBA Team to Play Basketball in China

On August 24, 1979, the Washington Bullets became the first professional US sports team invited to China.

by Josh Parker, 24 August 2023

Tianjin's Otherworldly New Library Houses Over 1 Million Books

Every bibliophile's dream come true.

by Josh Parker, 15 November 2017

WATCH: Jack Ma Stars in Kung Fu Movie with Jet Li

The trailer featuring the Alibaba billionaire founder was unveiled at the 2017 Singles Day Gala.

by Josh Parker, 13 November 2017

Blade Runner 2049 is a Total Box Office Flop in China

The Ryan Gosling-starring sci-fi film was hoping the Middle Kingdom could save it after poor domestic returns.

by Josh Parker, 06 November 2017

Chinese School Students Recreate La La Land Opening Sequence

Students from Xiamen Foreign Language School made their own take on the hit song from the musical.

by Josh Parker, 06 November 2017

Carlos Tevez Loses a Stone in Weight in Bid to Win Over Fans

The former Manchester City player is reportedly ready to put things right at his new club.

by Josh Parker, 03 November 2017

Donald Trump Set to Visit China Next Week

The US President will also visit Japan, South Korea, Vietnam and the Philippines from November 3-14.

by Josh Parker, 03 November 2017

Rejoice! There are Finally Emojis for Dumplings and Chopsticks

Part of 70 new emoticons that are available as part of the Apple operating system update.

by Josh Parker, 02 November 2017

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