How China’s Declining Marriage Rate Soured the Candy Industry

As young Chinese put off tying the knot, traditional wedding candy sellers feel the pinch

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The Young Chinese Lottery Shop Owners in It to Win It

Following a renewed fervor for scratch cards among young people, a new generation of lottery shop owners have entered the market hoping to get rich and retire early

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K-Pop Roadshows: A Space for Liberation or Objectification?

Public K-pop dance performances are growing in popularity in China, but does their proliferation point to female empowerment or the perpetuation of the male gaze?

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Reclaiming the Genius of China’s First Female Architect

As well as costing her an architecture degree, Lin Huiyin’s gender would lead many to focus on her looks and alleged love affairs over her groundbreaking work

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China’s Gen Alpha Kids: Gambling Cards, Chasing Happiness

Is the latest card craze an unhealthy addiction for children or a lifeline for small-town shop owners?

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Office Zootopia: How Chinese Netizens Relate to Animals

Increasingly frustrated by their career prospects, China’s workers are likening themselves to various animals to blow off steam

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Parental Overreach: The Controversial Rise of Parent Groups in Chinese Universities

Are parent groups essential for ensuring student safety, or do they hinder student growth?

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