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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Walking Around a City Is China’s Golden Week Travel Trend 

Some young Chinese are rejecting jam-packed holidays in favor of more leisurely strolls around town.

Ye Zhanhang

Old Markets, New Appeal: Young Chinese Rediscover Wet Markets

Amid renewed interest, wet markets in China are evolving too, merging modern amenities with traditional charm to cater to younger, experience-driven tourists.

Fan Yiying

Golden Week: Chinese Tourists Flock to Destinations Near and Far

Amid the first Golden Week without travel restrictions, Chinese tourists are seizing the opportunity to explore the world: From nearby Asian hotspots to distant European locales.

As Golden Week Starts, Chinese Turn Homes into Tourist Stays

With hotel prices soaring, some residents are offering affordable alternatives on social media platforms. This comes amid a surge in travel, with nearly 800 million trips expected over the next week.

Yang Caini

Migratory Birds Protection in Spotlight at World Coastal Forum 

Land reclamation, invasive species, and loss of natural habitats pose challenges for migratory birds, including in China, a vital sanctuary for millions of birds during migration season.

Ding Rui

Chinese Livestreamer Uses Stock Footage, Sparks Debate on Trust

During a recent broadcast, viewers noticed livestreamer Chen Yi-ru tasting food non-stop during a 15-hour broadcast as well as an apparent glitch where a table leg seemed to “pierce” his forearm.

Actor Sues After Gangster’s Classic TV Lines Used in Video Game

Everyone’s a gangster until a real gangster walks into the room.

He Qitong

The Young Chinese Working as On-Demand Private Chefs

From making ends meet to relieving stress, the young Chinese working as on-demand private chefs are doing so for different reasons.

Zhu Junxi

Shanghai’s CIIF Showcases Latest in Robotics and Green Innovation

After a two-year hiatus, the China International Industry Fair hosted 2,800 exhibitors from more than 30 countries this year, highlighting new materials, smart logistic systems, and 5G technologies.

Sixth Tone

China’s Web Literature Popularity Continues to Grow Overseas

Industry representatives are starting to compare Chinese online literature with Hollywood films and K-dramas in terms of global reach.