China Plans to Phase Out Single-Use Plastics by 2025
China is not messing around when it comes to reducing its plastic pollution problem.
New Coronavirus Spreads to Over 130 in China, Death Toll Rises
The latest notice by the Wuhan Health Commission says that among the patients, 66 are male and 70 are female, ranging from 25 to 89 years old.
Your Next Chinese Visa Will Have Your Face on It
Chinese visas are getting a full-page makeover.
Air Pollution Could Be as Damaging to Lungs as Smoking, Researchers Claim
The research revealed that a ground-level ozone increase of just three parts per billion can have dire effects on lung health.
Over 25 Million Flights Blocked by China's Social Credit System This Year
The credit system continues to catch fare evaders and other miscreants.
Nationwide Ban on 'Uncivilized Behavior' on China’s Subways
For the first time, China has pushed through subway legislation that affects the whole country.
US Citizens to be Evacuated from Wuhan Amid Coronavirus Crisis
The US government has organized a charter flight on Sunday to evacuate American citizens and diplomats from Wuhan.
by Matthew Bossons, January 25, 2020
Here's How to Track the Latest Updates on China's Novel Coronavirus
DXY.cn offers a real-time feed of the coronavirus case count as well as the latest updates
by That's, January 25, 2020
Wuhan Coronavirus Outbreak Leads Cities to Cancel CNY Plans
With the Year of the Rat beginning tomorrow, cities around China have canceled large gatherings to avoid the spread of the virus.
by Ryan Gandolfo, January 24, 2020
WATCH: When You're the Last Person Left in Town for CNY
Not all of us were lucky enough to book a fancy getaway to Southeast Asia for Chinese New Year.
by That's Shanghai, January 24, 2020
Happy Chinese New Year, from That’s, thMart & Urban Family!
From all of us here at That’s, thMart and Urban Family, we hope you have a fantastic Spring Festival break.
by That's, January 24, 2020
10 Infamous People Born in the Year of the Rat
Known for its quick wit, alertness and vitality, the critter represents for both famous and infamous folks around the world.
by Ryan Gandolfo, January 23, 2020
20 Famous People Born in the Year of the Rat
Quick-witted, alert, resourceful, thrifty and – according to some – narrow-minded, Rats make great accountants, directors, editors, artists and entrepreneurs.
by Matthew Bossons, January 22, 2020
5 Chinese Online Games to Get Hyped for in 2020
We highlight five games that we think will prove to be smash hits online in 2020.
by Bryan Grogan, January 22, 2020
Where to Celebrate Chinese New Year 2020 in Beijing
Staying in town over the Chinese New Year holiday and wondering how to celebrate? We've got you covered.
by That's Beijing, January 22, 2020
Your Day-by-Day Guide to the Spring Festival Calendar
Do you know the meaning of each day during Chinese New Year?
by Urban Family, January 22, 2020
Apology Issued Over Car Incident at Forbidden City Grounds
Netizens have expressed concerns over the conditions of the 600-year-old protected site.
by Herlina Liu, January 22, 2020
What's Closed (and Open) Over CNY 2020 in Beijing
As always, a lot of bars and restaurants will be closing or adjusting their hours during Spring Festival.
by That's Beijing, January 22, 2020
2020 Spring Festival Gala Livestream: How to Watch Online in China
Before the Year of the Rat begins, China will celebrate the end of the year with the 37th Spring Festival Gala, referred to as Chunwan.
by That's, January 22, 2020
Explainer: Everything You Need to Know About the Year of the Rat
The Cat and the Rat were once best friends before trickery pushed one into a river.
by That's, January 22, 2020
20 Coronavirus Memes So You Can Laugh in the Face of Death
They say laughter is the best medicine...
by Ned Kelly, January 22, 2020
Wuhan Residents Advised Not to Leave City as Coronavirus Claims 4th Victim
The team noted that the outbreak is in its early stages.
by Ryan Gandolfo, January 21, 2020
China Plans to Phase Out Single-Use Plastics by 2025
China is not messing around when it comes to reducing its plastic pollution problem.
by Ryan Gandolfo, January 21, 2020
Explainer: Why is Chinese New Year Called 'Spring Festival'?
Why doesn't everyone call it that, and why is there no Winter Festival or Summer Festival?
by Ryan Kilpatrick, January 21, 2020
Chinese Urban Dictionary: Zhuxin
Sometimes, when you make an offhand comment or are just thinking out loud, a certain type of person assumes that you mean things you don’t, or goes hunting for the ‘hidden motives.’
by Mia Li, January 21, 2020
Your Ultimate Guide to Avoiding the New Coronavirus in China
We took to the good ol’ World Wide Web to see what precautions experts are recommending to avoid catching the disease.
by Matthew Bossons, January 21, 2020
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