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Robot Calligraphy in Hangzhou

A man writes calligraphy using an intelligent robotic arm at the Apsara Conference in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, Oct. 3, 2022. Created by Alibaba Cloud, the Apsara Conference is an annual event showcasing how technology and innovation can be applied to reshape businesses. Qian Chenfei/CNS/IC

Shanghai’s Huge Migrant Population

Shrimp-Like Boyfriend

When eating shrimp, it’s best to ignore the head. And in China, a lot of people think the same about their boyfriends. A “shrimp-like boyfriend” is a man who has an average (or below-average) face, but a smoking hot body. The term was first used by Chinese netizens to describe Li Dan, a popular Chinese talk show performer. Besides “shrimp-like boyfriends,” young Chinese often also describe men as “dog-like boyfriends” – referring to someone who’s a devoted partner – or as a mature, considerate “father-like boyfriend.”

Older Chinese Are Willing to Work. But Finding Jobs Isn’t Easy.

Age-related discrimination is said to be a major factor for rejections.

How Hangzhou Freed West Lake and Upended Chinese Tourism

Twenty years ago last month, Hangzhou made West Lake the first top-rated scenic area in China to offer free admission. Why hasn’t the rest of the country followed suit?