The Story of Ho Chi Minh's Secret Chinese Bride

A tale of love and woe, just in time for Valentine's Day.

by Daniel Plafker, 14 February 2021

You Can Now Easily Switch Between WeChat Accounts on Latest iOS Update

Users can now toggle between multiple account profiles on a single device.

by Daniel Plafker, 31 January 2018

Explainer: Women's Day's Revolutionary Roots

The origins and customs of March 8, or China's 'sanba.'

by Daniel Plafker, 08 March 2024

Massive Indoor Ski Park Set to Open in Guangzhou

The 75,000 square meter ski facility will bring year-round snowy fun to South China when it opens next year.

by Daniel Plafker, 07 February 2018

McDonald's Fabled 'Szechuan' Sauce Arrives in China

McDonald’s legendary limited edition 'Szechuan Flavored Dipping Sauce,' of Rick and Morty fame, is coming to China.

by Daniel Plafker, 27 March 2018

South China's Boat People Adrift on Uncertain Tides

The rich water-faring culture of the Tanka people has no institutional outlet for expression or preservation and has, in some places, faded.

by Daniel Plafker, 01 June 2018

Work Permit Applicants in China Can Now Verify Diplomas Online

Web portal for document verification for expats replaces China's tedious notary process for foreign academic degrees.

by Daniel Plafker, 24 January 2018

Man on the Street: Eel Monger

Xie has spent 10 long years hawking his slithering charges, all of which are farmed in Guangdong.

by Daniel Plafker, 17 May 2018

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