Is China’s Pet Boom Over?
Sluggish consumption and a push for animal adoption are weighing on China’s once-hot pet market
Why Are Chinese Websites Stuck in 2003?
And do people even care about websites in China’s mobile-centric society?
The Rise and Fall of China’s OG Social Media Platforms
With the rise of short video, some of China’s earliest social media platforms have reached the end of their journey, with a few even transforming into a hub for misogynistic content
How China’s Small-Town Bookstores Innovate to Survive
Benefiting from government subsidies and close-knit communities, independent bookstores try to compete and make profit in China’s smaller cities
Uncharted Waters: How Has the Disposal of Nuclear Wastewater Impacted Life in China?
Six personal tales of life in the wake of Fukushima’s nuclear wastewater release
Golden Connections: How a Chinese Social Media Site Brings Together Seniors
Despite amassing millions of users, Meipian, a Chinese social media app targeting the senior community, continues to grapple with monetization challenges
Rolling Past Retirement: The Seniors Fighting For Space to Skate
Roller skating is a way to stay fit, meet friends, and rebel against social norms for this group of retirees in Hangzhou
Defending the Field: China’s Female Sports Fans Struggle for Inclusion
Faced with harassment in stadiums and online, female fans of soccer and basketball struggle to find a safe space for their hobby
Why Are Diamonds No Longer China’s Best Friend?
As the diamond market plummets, young Chinese people are finding new alternatives to symbolize their love
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