youth culture
youth culture
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From 'Neijuan' to 'Tangping': Understanding China's Internet Slang as Social Commentary
Explore how 'neijuan' and 'tangping' reflect the struggles of China's youth against societal pressure and overwork, turning internet slang into powerful social critique.
2025-10-04
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The Digital Lives of Rural Youth: How Short Videos Are Changing China's Countryside
Discover how short video platforms are empowering rural youth in China, transforming lives, boosting local economies, and reshaping cultural narratives through digital storytelling.
2025-10-04
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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
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From 'Involution' to 'Lying Flat': Understanding China's Internet Slang as Social Commentary
Explore how Chinese internet slang like 'involution' and 'lying flat' reflects deeper social pressures and youth disillusionment in modern China.
2025-09-29
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The Silent Rebellion: How Chinese Gen Z Is Redefining Success
Discover how Chinese Gen Z is quietly reshaping societal norms by rejecting traditional success metrics in favor of mental peace and authenticity.
2025-09-29
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The Digital Face of Chinese Society: How Social Media Reflects Real-Life Pressures
Explore how Chinese social media platforms reflect real-life societal pressures, from work stress to marriage expectations, and how digital spaces are becoming outlets for expression and change.
2025-09-28
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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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Scrolling Through Society: Reading China’s Mood via TikTok-style Platforms
Discover how TikTok-style platforms like Douyin reveal the true mood of Chinese society through viral trends, everyday stories, and digital expression.
2025-09-27
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From Fan Culture to National Pride: How Online Trends Reflect Shifting Identities
Explore how online fan communities are reshaping national identity through digital trends, from K-pop stans to cyber-nationalism.
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
