How a Patriotic Organization Evolved Into a Martial Arts Icon
Because of the popularity of films based on the martial artist’s life story, few can really distinguish the actual history of Huo Yuanjia from fictionalized adaptations
Curious Court Etiquette From Ancient China
An audience with the Son of Heaven could be a minefield of ritual, ceremony, and etiquette for China’s court officials
Redeeming the Scapegoated Women of Ancient China
These women were wrongly blamed for bringing down dynasties
Inside the Secret Files China Still Keeps on Every Worker
Every Chinese worker has a “dang’an” (personnel file), but hardly anyone ever sees inside them
China, Not Italy, Probably Invented Ice Cream
From exclusive luxury for royalty to the pride of the People’s Republic, ice cream in China has a long and sweet history
China’s Long Road to Abolishing Slavery
Legal, social, and cultural barriers to ending China’s forced labor tradition
How Did Ancient Chinese Avoid Sunburn?
From veiled scholar hats to canopied backpacks, China’s obsession with sun protection is not a recent one
30 Years of Choosing College Majors in China
How did Chinese students earn the right to choose their own majors, and how did the most popular choices evolve over time?
When Did the Cult of Widow Chastity Start in China?
When did it become unacceptable for widows to remarry in ancient China?
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