Explainer: Sanfu the Hottest Days of the Year

Sanfu refers to the hottest 30-40 days of the year in accordance with the lunar calendar.

by Lars James Hamer, 14 July 2022

Explainer: The Plum Rain Season of East Asia

The East Asian rainy season, or meiyu, usually lasts from July to August. But why?

by Ned Kelly, 13 June 2022

Why Stand-up Paddleboarding Hasn't Made Waves In China

Mike Slim shares with That's why paddleboarding has yet to take off in the Middle Kingdom.

by Ryan Gandolfo, 25 August 2020

UPDATE: Brace Yourselves... Typhoon Lekima Is Headed Toward Shanghai

The storm may make landfall in the Shanghai area this weekend. However, it's still possible the typhoon could change course.

by Justine Lopez, 07 August 2019

How to Lose Weight with the Help of a Brutally Honest Chinese Ayi

Are you looking to lose some weight and bring back your beach bod for summer?

by That's, 27 March 2019

Your Kids Will Love These Fun NERF Toys, On Sale Right Now

Get your summer break on with these awesome kids toys from NERF, now on sale!

by That's, 07 June 2018

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