the-world-of-chinese

When Death Stalked Construction of the Yunnan-Vietnam Railway

Translations, cross-publications, and collaborative projects from Sixth Tone’s external partners. 

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A spectacular 115-year-old railway bridge stands as a reminder of the 800 Chinese workers who died in its construction—around 12 for every meter laid.

The Breakfast Ties That Bind

Wenzhou sticky rice, a staple morning meal from the southern city known for its entrepreneurship, is the glue that holds a global diaspora together.

Staying Negative: New Covid Policies Bring Memes Aplenty

The Chinese internet has exploded with people sharing their positive COVID-19 tests, and joking about what to do next.

Amid Outbreak, Guangzhou Workers Wait and Wonder

Workers in Guangzhou’s urban villages face days living on the streets as their residences restrict entry.

Meet the Slobbering Students of China’s Newest Training Schools

Urban dog-owners turn to training schools for help with their pets, but controversies persist about training methods and lack of regulation in the industry.

Industrial Evolution: Turning Old Factories Into New Cultural Parks

Can heritage protection projects give new life to China’s abandoned factories?

Tales of “Tiger Women” from Ancient China

Ancient Chinese labeled tough, fierce women “tigresses” — they often had to deal with sexism and unruly husbands.

Art of the Tiger

Fierce, majestic, tame: Depictions of tigers have changed over centuries in Chinese art.