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, 21 January 2020

3 of the Most Badass Warlords in Chinese History

We take a look back in history at a few of the colorful characters of China's warlord era.

by Ryan Kilpatrick, 05 September 2016

INFOGRAPHIC: Do you have what it takes to be a 'Porn Identification Officer' in China?

What's the difference between a bikini-clad women at the beach and one at home?

by Ryan Kilpatrick, 22 May 2015

Beijing less than pleased after Indonesia blows up Chinese fishing vessel

MFA says it's 'gravely concerned' by Indonesia's move to crack down on illegal fishing.

by Ryan Kilpatrick, 22 May 2015

Hong Kong Free Press renews crowdfunding target for independent new media platform

Not-for-profit multimedia platform aims to shake up the local media landscape.

by Ryan Kilpatrick, 22 May 2015

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