Stories & Insights
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Inside China's 'Involution' Epidemic: When Hard Work No Longer Pays Off
Explore China's 'involution' crisis—where endless hard work leads nowhere. Discover how overwork, burnout, and societal pressure are reshaping lives and sparking rebellion.
2025-10-01
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The Silent Struggle: Mental Health Stigma Among China’s Millennials
Explore the hidden mental health crisis among China's millennials, where stigma, cultural norms, and limited access create a silent struggle despite growing awareness.
2025-10-01
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The New Confucian Cool? Reclaiming Tradition Among Urban Youth
Young urban Chinese are rediscovering Confucian values—not as relics, but as a guide for modern life. Explore how tradition is going viral among Gen Z.
2025-10-01
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From Study Pressure to Job Anxiety: The Hidden Struggles of Chinese Gen Z
Explore the hidden emotional struggles of Chinese Gen Z, from intense academic pressure to post-graduation job anxiety and mental health challenges.
2025-10-01
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and Internet Stereotypes Shaping Gender Perceptions
Explore how social media and internet stereotypes impact gender roles and perceptions in today's digital world.
2025-09-30
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The Pressure Cooker of Chinese Parenting: Success at Any Cost?
Explore the intense world of Chinese parenting—its roots, realities, and evolving future. Is success worth the pressure?
2025-09-30
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White Lotus
Discover why HBO's 'The White Lotus' is the ultimate mix of luxury, lies, and dark comedy. A must-watch satire on privilege and human flaws.
2025-09-30
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The Gig Economy Boom in China: Freedom or Exploitation for the Young Workforce?
Explore the rise of China's gig economy and its impact on young workers—freedom or exploitation? Learn the truth behind flexible jobs and digital labor platforms.
2025-09-30
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Rural Left-Behind Children: The Human Cost of China’s Urbanization
Explore the hidden human cost of China's rapid urbanization through the lives of rural left-behind children — millions growing up without parents due to economic migration.
2025-09-30
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Fan Culture Gone Wild: Idol Worship and Its Social Impact in China
Explore how fan culture and idol worship in China have evolved into a powerful social force—with both positive and dangerous consequences.
2025-09-30
