This Day in History: China's Otherworldly 'Alien Sky Spiral' of 1981

A giant spiral in the sky, a spiral allegedly seen by 10 million people in Sichuan and Yunnan provinces.

by Matthew Bossons, 23 July 2021

New Meat: Is China Ready for a Plant-Based Future?

China’s growing appetite for animal flesh has triggered alarm bells. Could plant-based ‘meats’ be the key to ensuring the country’s food security?

by Matthew Bossons, 09 May 2020

Hurray! May Day Just Became a 4-Day Holiday in China

Good news for those of you looking to jet off on a mini-vacation this May!

by Matthew Bossons, 22 March 2019

This Music Video Is an Ode to Anyone Who’s Ever Fallen in Love with China

We recently caught up with the man behind the project to chat about his newest song and the challenges of creating music that bridges cultures.

by Matthew Bossons, 01 July 2019

'Great Businesses Will Shutter' Due to Coronavirus: Shenzhen's Cadence Gao

Nearly all of Gao’s F&B establishments are temporarily closed due to the novel coronavirus, with the notable exception of Chickadee, a bakery.

by Matthew Bossons, 08 February 2020

5 Fast Facts About Award-Winning Chinese Actress Dilireba

The Xinjiang-born actress has become a household name in recent years.

by Matthew Bossons, 20 May 2019

We Tried Lay's Spicy Hot Pot Chips and So Should You

The zesty taste of Chongqing-style broth and the bite of Sichuan peppercorn - in chip form.

by Matthew Bossons, 07 November 2017

Yahoo Search Blocked in China

Fare thee well, Yahoo search, our fingers are crossed for your speedy return. In the meantime, though, at least we still have Bing…

by Matthew Bossons, 03 September 2018

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