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

Meet Zhao Chuang, One of the World's Best Dinosaur Artists

The Beijing-based artist is famous for his enthralling paintings and sculptures of dinosaurs, extinct mammals and other long-gone lifeforms.

by Tristin Zhang, 09 March 2019

5 Fast Facts About 'China's Conscience,' Cui Yongyuan

From a prominent TV host to running noodle shop.

by Tristin Zhang, 13 December 2018

Man on the Street: Guangzhou Taxi Driver

Life is harder with ride-hailing apps...

by Tristin Zhang, 28 November 2018

5 Fast Facts About 'King of Mandopop' Jay Chou

If you enjoy watching Voice of China, Jay Chou is a familiar face, having acted as a ‘mentor’ on the show for the past two seasons.

by Tristin Zhang, 13 November 2018

5 Fast Facts About China's Box Office Big Shot Xu Zheng

Not acquainted with Xu Zheng’s work? You should be.

by Tristin Zhang, 09 October 2018

Chinese Millennials are Sex-Deprived, Study Finds

Fifty percent of respondents born in the 1990s reported having no sex at all...

by Tristin Zhang, 17 August 2018

Man on the Street: AC Repair People

High-tension heroes.

by Tristin Zhang, 16 August 2018

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