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As Live Music Booms in China, Disabled Fans Call for More Inclusion

Articles that cut to the core of contemporary China. In-depth, informed, and carefully crafted, every piece is carried by the voices of the story’s participants.

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The return of large-scale pop concerts has sparked huge excitement in China over recent months. But fans with disabilities still face serious barriers to accessing the events — and they’re calling for change.

In China’s Clothing Markets, a Battle Over the Future of Livestreaming

During the pandemic, Chinese wholesalers turned to livestream e-commerce in a desperate bid to revive flatlining sales. Now, a growing number are trying to return to business as usual — and kicking the livestreamers out.

China Used to Be an Architect’s Dream. Now, It’s Becoming a Nightmare.

A few years ago, architecture was among China’s most popular and glamorous careers. But as a decadeslong construction boom fizzles, the profession has been plunged into crisis.