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Jay Chou’s Hits Are Now Crawling Into Science — As Spider Names

Timely reports on issues and events from across China. Drawing on a vast range of sources, these succinct articles provide insights into the significance of each issue in a wider context.

NEWS

Instead of traditional naming based on traits or location, a Chinese arachnologist turned to Jay Chou’s discography, naming 16 species after his hits.

The Missing Link in China’s EV Boom: Who Will Fix Them?

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.

FEATURES

EVs now make up more than half of new car sales in China. But a shortage of skilled repair technicians threatens to slow the momentum.

More Chinese Couples Are Choosing to Live Apart. Is It Worth It?

A new study examines the rise of long-distance “commuter marriages” in China, driven by career and financial goals. It also highlights the emotional strain, gender imbalances, and family pressures such couples face.

One Million Years Later, Yunxian Man Finally Gets a Glow Up 

Using advanced scanning, modeling, and forensic techniques, Chinese scientists have reconstructed the faces of Yunxian Man from million-year-old skulls.

Chinese Astronauts Break Record for Longest Space Walk

The Shenzhou-19 crew members completed a nine-hour extravehicular activity on Tuesday, breaking a record set by NASA in 2001.

Chinese Scientists Recognized in Prestigious ‘Nature’s 10’ List

China featured heavily in the renowned journal’s rundown of the 10 individuals who shaped science in 2024.

The Sanitary Pad Scandal Causing Uproar on Chinese Social Media

A string of sanitary pad brands have admitted their products are often smaller than advertised — sparking fury among Chinese women.

The Female-Driven Comedy Being Hailed as China’s ‘Barbie’

“Her Story” has become a box office smash with its unabashed celebration of female empowerment.

China’s Wildest Job: College Students Racing to Become Cavemen

To attract tourists over the summer, China’s scenic spots hired young people to perform as “cavemen.” Eager to escape daily pressures, thousands of students signed up.

China Passes Landmark Preschool Education Law

The new law aims to prevent unqualified and poorly trained teachers from finding work in the sector, after a string of scandals.

Heat Wave-Related Deaths Soared in China in 2023, Report Finds

Fatalities caused by heat waves were over 300% higher than the historical average in China last year, according to a major new Lancet study.

China to Launch Latest Crewed Space Mission

Shenzhou-19 will carry a new crew to China’s Tiangong space station, where they will perform a series of scientific experiments.

Her Dog Was Poisoned. Now She’s Fighting to Reform Pet Laws in China.

After her dog was poisoned, Li Yihan’s pursuit of justice has become a landmark legal battle, one that could bring significant changes to China’s approach to pet protection laws.

China’s Solution for Trash-Strewn Mountains: Robot Dog Porters

The four-legged robots are being used to remove tons of garbage from Mount Tai — and guilt-trip tourists who litter.

China’s ‘Comedy Queen’ Loses Yet Another Deal Over Men Jokes

Tech giant JD.com has become the latest brand to cut ties with female comedian Yang Li after facing customer backlash.

Chinese City Gives Workers Paid Leave to Care for Aging Parents 

Yangzhou has become the latest city to pass new regulations to address the social pressures created by China’s rapid population aging.

Speed, Stress, Surveillance: The Human Toll of China’s Beverage Boom

Facing relentless demands and tight deadlines, workers in China’s beverage industry endure harsh conditions, leading to burnout, clashes with customers, and sparking widespread online debate.

China’s Gen Z Thinks It Can Ride the Stock Market Frenzy

Young investors are piling into China’s A-share market in the wake of a week of historic gains. But experts warn that they are playing a risky game.

Over 20% of Children in China’s Cities Use AI Devices, Report Finds

Children’s toys and smartwatches with integrated artificial intelligence-powered chatbots are rapidly gaining popularity in China, sparking concerns among experts.

Huawei Takes a Bite Out of Apple With Rival Phone Launch

The tech giants are going head-to-head in China by launching new handsets on the same day. And the momentum appears to be with Huawei.