Explainer: Why China Celebrates Christmas with Apples

Ever wonder why you've been receiving apples from Chinese friends and co-workers for Christmas?

by Bridget O'Donnell, 19 December 2022

Ian Walker Remembers England's Infamous 'Dentist Chair' Incident

From drunken hooligans in Hong Kong to hero-worshipped at Wembley.

by Ian Walker, 17 June 2021

12 of the Biggest Amusement Parks in China

China's experiencing a burgeoning amusement park boom. A look at some of the parks that will be competing for your holiday budget.

by Andrew Chin, 28 July 2016

This Day in History: Queen Elizabeth II Visits China

Joined by gaffe-prone 'Great Wally of China' Prince Philip.

by Ned Kelly, 12 October 2023

A Shout-out to the Gaginan: Teochew People and Their Culture

Residing in South China for about 1,700 years, the Teochew (Chaoshan in Mandarin) people are one of three ethnic groups who have lived in these lands for generations.

by Tristin Zhang, 13 October 2015

Is China Ready for a Cashless Future?

China was the first country in the world to use paper money. Will it be the first to abandon it?

by Dominic Ngai, 30 March 2018

Sex, Lies & Saucy Postcards: Wallis Simpson in China

Rumor has it she picked up tricks in the brothels of the East.

by Ned Kelly, 11 September 2021

5 China-Based Youtubers You Need to Be Following

China is a tough place for a YouTuber – but these guys are having a go.

by Sky Gidge, 12 June 2017

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