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Going Viral in China: Cultural Heritage Turned Into Spectacle

Influencers who give a patriotic tinge to cultural heritage topics are quickly growing their fanbases on Chinese short video platforms.

Han Li

The Thoughtful Side of Chinese Cinema Was on Display — in Berlin

A new generation of filmmakers debuted at one of the world’s biggest festivals with works that were refreshing, profound, and artistic.

Lin Pin

The Simple Trick Behind China’s VR Boom: Walking

By relying on the most basic of human activities — walking — immersive VR experiences in China have created a major new form of entertainment.

Kong Degang

How China Successfully Reintroduced the World’s Last Wild Horses

By the 1970s, Przewalski’s horses could only be found in zoos. But a decadeslong reintroduction program has successfully brought wild herds back to China’s northwest.

Li Zhongqiu

In Art, China’s History With the Horse Is a Glorious Story

Cultural artifacts from Chinese dynasties show both the country’s history with horses and the high regard in which they were held.

Bao Wenwei

The Year of the Horse Has Arrived. But When Did Horses Arrive in China?

The Year of the Horse, which began this month, is considered auspicious. How did China’s love for the horse come to be?

Liu Yiting

What Exactly Is a Qipao?

The ubiquitous garment has become an icon of East Asian fashion and has transformed as Chinese society underwent massive changes. It also begs the question: Does something so timeless have a true form?

Yu Ying

What’s In a Name? How Kalgan Transformed From Gate, to City, to Planet

Many know Zhangjiakou as a top destination for winter sports, but not too long ago, it was once known as Kalgan — capturing the imaginations of travelers, presidents, and science fiction writers alike.

Hugo Tseng

How China Can Protect Farmers From a Changing Climate

An excessively wet fall that turned northern Chinese fields muddy and crops moldy shows the country needs to better prepare for a future with more extreme weather.

Li Weitan

The Mainstreaming of Social Science in China Isn’t Necessarily a Good Thing

Terms once only used in academic circles are increasingly being used on social media. But that also flattens their meaning, and ultimately doesn’t lead to better public discussion.