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.

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Xiaomi CEO Makes Largest Ever Single Donation to Leading Chinese University

Education has consistently been a top destination for the donations of mega-rich Chinese philanthropists, with most of the money going towards elite universities.

Zhu Junxi

City Slickers: How Shanghai Is Outfoxing Its Raccoon Dog Problem

In 2019, raccoon dogs were limited to 40 local communities. Now, they’ve expanded to over 300. Recent efforts such as community education and property management are gradually yielding results in addressing the uptick.

Ding Rui

Amid Controversy Over Diving Prodigy, Calls for End to Fandoms in Sports

When diving prodigy Quan Hongchan lost out to a rival diver in a national competition, a passionate fan accused judges of giving her an unfair score. The outburst has sparked backlash against fandom culture in sports.

Ye Zhanhang

China Moves to Standardize Place Names With Pinyin System

The proposed measures aim to standardize names across the country, including for parks, streets, complexes, major infrastructure projects, and residential communities.

Children Who Witness Domestic Violence Are Also Victims: China’s Top Court 

Chinese courts are expanding the scope of personal safety protection orders, the key pillar of China’s domestic violence law, to better protect minors.

Yang Caini

Space Race: Why Young Chinese Are Cutting Ties With Relatives

In stark contrast to their parents, young Chinese are distancing themselves from family ties and seeking more personal space amid shifting societal dynamics, urbanization, and the influence of social media.

China's 'Cameo' Industry in Spotlight After Celebrities' Videos for Crime Family Go Viral

China’s celebrity personalized video industry includes Olympic athletes, CCTV hosts, and more than a few Hong Kong actors. Some have found themselves in hot water recently after netizens unearthed videos of their birthday messages for the son of a notorious crime lord in Myanmar.

He Qitong

After Delayed Winter, China’s Ski Resorts Swing into High Gear

Online ticket sales for skiing trips and winter sports in north China have surged in November, a sevenfold increase compared to 2019.

Zhengzhou Delays Paying Residents to Have Children

After Zhengzhou residents reported being turned away when they tried to access subsidies for having children, officials said that the scheme has yet to be implemented.

CEO of China’s Top Video Game Streaming Firm Held in Gambling Probe 

While police stated that Chen Shaojie, CEO of Douyu, was arrested on charges of opening a casino, the US-listed company warned investors of the potential fallout.