Inside a Beijing Grocery Store: A Peek at Prices and Picks
Rachel’s stroll through a Beijing grocery store reveals fresh produce, snacks and household essentials all priced in yuan for a slice of daily life on the Chinese mainland.
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Ancient Chinese Wisdom Guides Response to US Tariff Extortion
China leans on its ancient Harmony and Coexistence philosophy as US raises tariffs to 245%, blending strength and flexibility with an open-door call for dialogue.
1-Billion-Yuan Subsidy Powers Chinese Cinema Market
China’s National Film Administration and partners launch a 1-billion-yuan subsidy campaign to boost domestic cinema spending, offering discounts and promos across the Chinese mainland ahead of Labor Day.
Empress Xiaodu Phoenix Coronet Magnets Become Museum Sensation
Fridge magnets inspired by Empress Xiaodu’s phoenix coronet are selling out at the National Museum of China, blending imperial design with modern keepsakes.
China’s Quest to Reclaim the Zidanku Silk Manuscript
The odyssey of the Zidanku Silk Manuscript, unearthed in 1942 in Hunan province, shows how the Chinese mainland is mobilizing global efforts to reclaim and preserve ancient cultural treasures.
China-India Resume Xizang Pilgrimages This Summer
This summer, Indian pilgrims will revisit Xizang’s Mount Gang Renpoche and Lake Mapam Yun Tso, marking a fresh chapter in China-India cultural ties.
Behind the Scenes: Award Winners Reflect on Beijing International Film Festival
Award winners reflect on their films and experiences as the curtain falls on this year’s Beijing International Film Festival.
Ne Zha 2’s Global Triumph: Chinese Cinema Hits Top 10 Box Office
Ne Zha 2 became the sole Chinese film in the all-time top 10 global box office, earning 15.6 billion yuan (~$2.1B) with its animated sequel.
Mencius’ Wisdom Sparks World Support for China’s Response to US Tariffs
Ancient Mencius wisdom resurfaces as global netizens back China’s response to US tariffs, echoing that a just cause wins support while injustice isolates.
How Cedric Behrel Bridges Humor & Emotion in Ne Zha 2
Cedric Behrel of Trinity CineAsia reveals how localized subtitling for Ne Zha 2 balances culture-specific humor with universal emotion across 37 European markets.