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China’s Own ‘King of Fighters’ Takes on the World

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

A 28-year-old Guangzhou restaurant owner is taking the global gaming scene by storm.

Murder Suspect Becomes Monk, Evades Police for 16 Years

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

After his alleged involvement in the stabbing of three people, a man transformed himself into an abbot.

April Media, Formerly Anti-CNN, Republishes Foreign Firebrands

Chinese nationalist outlet is leaning hard to the left, hard to the right in its coverage of U.S. elections.

Internet Addiction Clinic Uses Electroshock to Cure Patients

Patient says treatment ‘unbearable,’ but doctor vows he will continue.

Chinese Gamers, Companies Dream of Olympic Recognition

With millions of gamers and millions invested, the country would stand to win big.

Chic and Cheap Housing: Only Singles Need Apply

WeLive, a new dormitory community, targets young professionals priced out of Shanghai rental market.

Actor Suspended for Drug Use, Returns as Policeman

Burned by marijuana, Ko Chen-tung steps back into the limelight.

In Competitive Job Market, Diploma Mills a Dime a Dozen

Dishonest job seekers and lax human resources staff have turned fake degrees into a million-dollar business.