Why are Anal Swab COVID-19 Tests a Thing in China?

Drastic times, call for drastic measures.

by Barnaby Lofton, 28 January 2021

Shichahai Ice Skating Rink Closed due to COVID-19

Those who pre-booked tickets for the popular outdoor skating spot have been able to claim refunds as of January 20.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 21 January 2021

6 Foreign Teachers Receive China's COVID-19 Vaccine

Foreign teachers discuss why they took the vaccine.

by Rakini Bergundy, 21 January 2021

COVID-19 Strain First Detected in UK Found in 2 Beijing Patients

Two patients in Daxing district have tested positive for the B117 strain of COVID-19, a variant first detected in UK.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 21 January 2021

Beijing Changes Quarantine Policy... Again

The capital has now adopted the '14+7+7' policy, with an extra seven days of 'health monitoring' required for overseas arrival.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 19 January 2021

Traveling Over Spring Festival Might Not Be So Easy

Many areas have tightened rules regarding quarantine and testing depending on where you travel from within the Chinese mainland.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 15 January 2021

China Records First Coronavirus Death Since May as Cases Surge

The country suffered its biggest daily jump in infections in more than 10 months

by Ned Kelly, 14 January 2021

International Students’ Quest to Return to China Amid Covid Crisis

China is typically home to just under 500,000 international students annually.

by Francesca Lewis, 12 January 2021

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