Cultural Code
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Behind the Laughter: Social Commentary in China’s Viral Videos
Explore how humor in Chinese viral videos masks deep social commentary on issues like work pressure, marriage, and inequality.
2025-09-27
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When Memes Go Mainstream: Tracing the Evolution of Chinese Internet Humor
Explore how Chinese internet humor evolved from censored wordplay to mainstream cultural commentary through memes on platforms like Bilibili and Weibo.
2025-09-27
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From 'Lying Flat' to 'Involution': Decoding China's Internet Slang in 2024
A casual, in-depth look at popular Chinese internet slang in 2024 — from 'lying flat' to 'involution' — and what these terms reveal about the mindset of young people in China today.
2025-09-26
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Meme Warfare: How Chinese Netizens Use Humor to Navigate Social Pressure
Explore how Chinese netizens use humor and memes to cope with societal pressures like 'lying flat' and 'involution'—turning sarcasm into a form of quiet rebellion in the digital age.
2025-09-26
