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25 Famous People Born in the Year of the Pig

From Ned Stark to Kylo Ren, 25 famous Pigs.

by Matthew Bossons, 02 February 2019

Explainer: Why 12/12 is the Sequel to Singles' Day

The follow-up to everyone's favorite shopping holiday.

by Matthew Bossons, 11 December 2019

PHOTOS: October Holiday Crowds Swarm Tourist Sites

National Day traffic was horrendous and domestic tourists crowded famous sites and landmarks.

by Matthew Bossons, 02 October 2016

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, 22 January 2020

We Visited the Infamous Laos-China Border Town of Boten

Until 2011, Boten was known for casinos, brothels and nightclubs – all the trappings of a weekend getaway for Yunnan residents looking for a walk on the wild side.

by Matthew Bossons, 27 November 2019

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

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