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Hu Anyan and the Beauty of ‘Ordinary Things’ as a Refuge From Reality

Reflecting on his journey from odd jobs to literary success, author Hu Anyan emphasizes the value of the everyday and banal in his new book “Living in Low Places.”

Hu Anyan

Gen Z Interns Answering Call of the Countryside

Chinese university students are increasingly taking summer jobs in agriculture and other rural sectors as they look to broaden their horizons.

Shanghai Observer

Fabric of Time: The Group Reproducing China’s Ancient Style

A Shanghai lecturer is working with like-minded culture fans to research and replicate traditional Chinese outfits, bringing their beauty into the 21st century.

Xinmin  Evening News

On the Go: The Humans Steering the Future of China’s Robotaxis

Safety operators and the data they collect are playing a crucial role as Baidu’s Apollo Go program looks to further expand in Wuhan and beyond.

Beijing Youth Daily

Social Class: Art Professor’s Bite-size Videos Click With Netizens

A Tsinghua University academic has earned an online following for her one-minute clips that introduce complicated art and design concepts in plain language.

Courting Controversy: The Impact of ‘Fan Circles’ on Table Tennis

For high-profile players of China’s national sport, diehard supporters are proving to be a blessing and a curse.

Zheng Qinwen: China’s Tennis Ace Wins On and Off Court

After winning gold in the women’s singles at the Paris Olympics, Zheng and the brands that backed her look set to reap the commercial rewards.

Jiemian News

The Bird-Whistling Guardian of Shanghai’s First World Heritage Site

Retired bird catcher Jin Weiguo has helped collect data on countless species of migratory birds as part of the protection team at the Dongtan nature reserve.

The Paper

Caught on Camera: Smart Locks Spark Privacy Battles

Disputes between neighbors across China about the potential use of footage captured on home security devices have ignited a debate on privacy protection.

The  Beijing News

Creative Chaos: The Chinese Students Pushing the Limits of Art

Pink performance, model noses, and a wholesale “home” — experimental art students at the prestigious Central Academy of Fine Arts embrace the unconventional in search of self-expression.