Cultural Code
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From 'Lying Flat' to 'Tang Ping': Understanding China's Internet Slang of Resistance
Explore the meaning behind China's 'lying flat' (tang ping) movement — a viral form of quiet resistance against workaholic culture and societal pressure.
2025-09-28
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From ‘Sai Guei’ to ‘Xuanyuan’: How Historical References Power Modern Chinese Internet Memes
Discover how ancient Chinese figures like Xuanyuan and terms like 'Sai Guei' shape modern internet slang and memes in China, blending history with humor and cultural identity.
2025-09-28
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From 'Involution' to 'Lying Flat': Understanding China's Internet Slang in 2024
Explore the meaning behind China's viral internet slang 'involution' and 'lying flat' in 2024, and how these terms reflect youth culture, work-life balance, and social resistance.
2025-09-28
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Behind the Laughter: Analyzing Viral Videos and Their Social Commentary in China
Explore how viral videos in China blend humor and hidden social critique, reflecting issues like work stress, inequality, and cultural identity in a censored digital space.
2025-09-27
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Explaining Chinese Buzzwords Like 'Fan Quan' and 'Zao Hua': A Guide to Online Identity Wars
Curious about Chinese buzzwords like 'fan quan' and 'zao hua'? Discover how online fandoms are redefining celebrity culture and digital identity in China.
2025-09-27
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When a Noodle Dance Goes Viral: Tracing the Anatomy of a Chinese Internet Craze
How a quirky noodle-twirling dance took over China's internet—and what it says about modern youth culture.
2025-09-27
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Meme Diplomacy: Nationalism
Explore how meme diplomacy is reshaping nationalism in the digital age, blending humor, politics, and viral content to influence global perceptions.
2025-09-27
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The Life Cycle of a Chinese Viral Trend: From Weibo to Mainstream Media
Discover how a viral trend in China evolves from a Weibo post to nationwide fame, powered by influencers, algorithms, and state media.
2025-09-27
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How Chinese Internet Slang Reflects a Generation’s Anxiety and Irony
Explore how Chinese internet slang like 'involution' and 'lying flat' reveals the anxiety, irony, and quiet rebellion of a generation under pressure.
2025-09-27
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Meme Warfare: How Chinese Netizens Use Humor to Navigate Censorship
Discover how Chinese netizens use memes and humor to bypass censorship and express dissent in creative, viral ways.
2025-09-27
