Stories & Insights
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Hanfu Revival to C-dramas: How Chinese Youth Are Reclaiming Cultural Identity
Discover how Hanfu fashion and C-dramas are empowering Chinese youth to reconnect with their heritage and reshape cultural identity in modern times.
2025-09-29
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Urbanization at a Crossroads: Migrant Workers and the Soul of Chinese Cities
Explore how migrant workers are shaping the future of Chinese cities amid shifting urbanization trends and policy reforms.
2025-09-29
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Inside China's 'Involution' Epidemic: How Pressure Shapes Modern Society
Explore how 'involution' — or neijuan — drives extreme competition in China's education and work culture, and why young people are pushing back.
2025-09-29
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The Hidden Logic Behind China’s Social Credit System and Public Perception
Discover the truth behind China's Social Credit System — how it works, why many citizens support it, and how it differs from Western myths.
2025-09-29
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Rural Roots
Discover the growing movement of reconnecting with rural roots—how country living, sustainability, and simplicity are shaping a more meaningful lifestyle.
2025-09-29
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The Gig Economy Boom in China: Freedom or Exploitation for Youth?
Is China's booming gig economy empowering youth or exploiting them? We break down the truth behind food delivery, ride-hailing, and live-streaming jobs.
2025-09-29
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Education Fever to Exam Fatigue: The Cost of Academic Excellence in China
Explore the intense academic culture in China, from early education pressure to Gaokao stress and rising student burnout. Understand the real cost behind academic excellence.
2025-09-29
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Urban Dreams: Migration and Identity in Modern China
Explore how millions of rural migrants reshape China's cities and identities—driven by dreams, challenges, and the quest for belonging in a rapidly changing society.
2025-09-29
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and Hope: Urban Pressures in Contemporary Chinese Society
Explore the realities of urban pressures in China—from housing and work stress to the quiet hope shaping everyday life in fast-growing cities.
2025-09-29
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The Digital Face of Chinese Social Movements: Hashtag Activism with Limits
Explore how hashtag activism functions within China's controlled digital landscape—where creativity meets censorship, and small online actions can still drive social change.
2025-09-29