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Tian Han – The Man Who Wrote the Chinese National Anthem

Tian Han's Beijing ancestral home lies in Xiguan Hutong, Dongcheng district.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, February 26, 2021

Explainer: Everything You Need to Know About Lantern Festival

What China's Lantern Festival is all about.

by Catherine Lee, February 26, 2021

This Day in History: The 2007 China Stock Market Crash

On February 27, 2007 the 'Shanghai Sneeze' triggered major drops in worldwide stock markets.

by Ned Kelly, February 26, 2021

This Day in History: Nixon Signs Shanghai Communique

On February 27, 1972, President Richard Nixon and Premier Zhou Enlai signed the Shanghai Communique, a document that has remained the basis for Sino-American relations ever since.

by Ned Kelly, February 26, 2021

DeAille Tam of Shanghai's Obscura Named Female Chef of 2021

The executive chef, DeAille Tam, of one of Shanghai's top restaurants, Obscura, is named Asia's Best Female Chef of 2021.

by Sophie Steiner, February 25, 2021

You Can Now (Maybe) Go to Macao Without Quarantining

This applies to residents of Macao, Hong Kong, Taiwan and the Chinese mainland.

by That's GBA, February 25, 2021

New Maglev to Cut Shanghai-Guangzhou Commute Under 3 Hours?

Mad for maglev...

by That's, February 24, 2021

5 More Questions Answered by the UK Government in China

This time specifically tailored towards British people.

by Ned Kelly, February 24, 2021

Beijing Subway Line 17 Expected to Open In-Part by End of 2021

The south section of line 17 is expected to be open by the end of this year.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, February 23, 2021

LINGYA Rebrands as ZEYA Hard Seltzer, Now a Refreshing 4.5% ABV

One can is just 84 calories and zero grams of sugar and fat.

by That's, February 23, 2021

Beijing Sees Warmest February Day in 70 Years

The unseasonable weather has been the warmest in Beijing in February since 1951.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, February 22, 2021

This Day in History: Ernest Hemingway Visits China

The Old Man and the ROC: When the Dean of American Literature came to China.

by Connor Frankhouser, February 22, 2021

38 Stunning Photos That Capture a Changing Inner Mongolia

A Yin's 'Urban Schools' series.

by That's, February 20, 2021

Haunting Images Capture Ancient Chinese Town Forgotten in Time

Ouyang Xingkai's 'Hongjiang' series.

by Ned Kelly, February 20, 2021

Beijing Delivery Driver Made Honorary Resident

Residents of a residential community in Huilongguan, Changing district, were particularly happy with his hard-work.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, February 20, 2021

We Tried Cherry Blossom Lay's and Immediately Regretted It

The worst potato chip experience we have ever had.

by Joshua Cawthorpe, February 20, 2021

The Beijing Central Axis – 6 Places You May Not Have Visited

These six places along the Central Axis offer alternatives to the more well-known tourist hot spots.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, February 19, 2021

Find Out When Beijing Students Return to Class

As the Spring Festival holiday winds down, students across Beijing now know when they’ll be back in the classroom.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, February 19, 2021

These Beijing Scenic Spots Saw The Most Visitors During CNY

Figures from 147 scenic spots in Beijing show the estimated number of visitors from February 11 until February 17.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, February 18, 2021

Find a Temporary Gym in China with This App

To sign up for a gym membership, you only need to download their app and pick from monthly, seasonal and annual passes.

by That's, February 18, 2021