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Man on the Street: Drilling Technician

The trade has been affected by new regulations on electric vehicles in Guangzhou.

by Tristin Zhang, 19 October 2017

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

Man on the Street: Street Barbecue Sellers

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

by Tristin Zhang, 21 January 2016

Book Review: The Second Tang Dynasty

Exploring the stories of the 12 sons of Fragrant Mountain who changed China.

by Tristin Zhang, 24 November 2015

Homeless Shanghai Man Achieves Internet Stardom

Shen Wei, a scavenger in Shanghai donning a scruffy beard and long hair, has become an internet celebrity for his eloquent speech and educated past.

by Tristin Zhang, 02 April 2019

UK Adventurer Ash Dykes on His Epic Yangtze Expedition

Two years of planning and one year of execution – Dykes becomes the first person to trek along the entire length of Chang Jiang.

by Tristin Zhang, 23 August 2019

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

Man on the Street: AC Repair People

High-tension heroes.

by Tristin Zhang, 16 August 2018

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