From Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court fire and China’s new “family member” rule to Japanese concerts halted, the Nantong viral ...

The catastrophic residential fire at Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court in the city’s Tai Po district (香港大埔) has become the deadliest blaze in Hong Kong in 80 years. The fire, which broke out on Wednesday at ...

Part of Eye on Digital China, Signals highlights slower trends and underlying shifts, connecting the dots beyond the daily ...

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After the tragic death of young motorcyclist 'Shigao ProMax,' netizens criticize influencers for reckless riding in pursuit of followers and likes. Whatever possessed the female driver of a Land Rover ...

The 2024 Paris Olympics captivated Chinese social media, not just for the gold medal victories but also for the many moments that unfolded on the sidelines. This week, Chinese netizens discussed ...

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The match between Sun Yingsha and Chen Meng in Paris highlighted how the fan culture surrounding Chinese table tennis can clash with the Olympic spirit.