Stories & Insights
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Dating in the Digital Age: How Apps Are Changing Romance in China
Explore how dating apps are transforming modern romance in China, with insights on user trends, cultural shifts, and data-driven behaviors shaping digital love.
2025-10-08
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Exam Hell: The Gaokao System and Its Lifelong Impact on Chinese Students
Explore the intense world of China's Gaokao exam—how it shapes lives, creates inequality, and impacts millions of students each year.
2025-10-08
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The One-Child Generation Grows Up: Facing Pressure
Explore the hidden struggles of China's one-child generation as they navigate eldercare, financial strain, and emotional burnout in modern society.
2025-10-08
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Neo-Traditionalism: Young Chinese Rediscovering Heritage Amid Rapid Modernization
Explore how China's youth are embracing neo-traditionalism—reviving Hanfu, tea rituals, and heritage pride amid modern life. Data-driven insights reveal a cultural shift.
2025-10-08
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Pet Parenthood: How Cats and Dogs Are Filling Emotional Gaps in Urban Life
Discover how cats and dogs are becoming essential companions in urban life, offering emotional support, reducing loneliness, and improving mental well-being for city dwellers.
2025-10-08
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The Performance of Happiness: Social Media and the Pressure to Appear Successful
Explore how social media fuels the pressure to appear happy and successful, backed by data and insights on mental health impacts.
2025-10-08
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Leftover Women No More: Rethinking Marriage and Independence in Modern China
Explore how modern Chinese women are redefining marriage and independence, challenging the 'leftover women' stereotype with data-driven insights and personal stories.
2025-10-08
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Together: The Rise of Solo Dining in Chinese Cities
Explore the rise of solo dining in Chinese cities like Beijing and Shanghai, driven by urbanization and changing social norms. Discover data, trends, and how restaurants are adapting.
2025-10-08
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The Housing Squeeze: Why Owning a Home Feels Impossible for Young Chinese
Explore why owning a home is increasingly out of reach for young Chinese, driven by soaring prices, cultural pressures, and income gaps. Includes data, analysis, and emerging trends.
2025-10-08
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Digital Detox or Social Retreat? The Quiet Escape from WeChat and Social Media
Explore why millions in China are taking breaks from WeChat and social media—and how a mindful digital detox can boost mental health and real-world connection.
2025-10-08
