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6 Lives, 3 Years, and a Long Look at China’s Short-Video Era

2026-01-22 00:00:00

Filmed over three years, “Nobody, But Somebody” follows young Chinese living outside the spotlight, capturing what it means to keep going in the face of uncertainty.

China Turns to Drones as Snowstorms Disrupt Farms and Factories

2026-01-22 00:00:00

As snow piles up across parts of China, drones are helping clear roofs and greenhouses, creating a short winter boom for operators.

Overdoing It: The Cheap Pain Pills Hooking Young Chinese

2026-01-22 00:00:00

After a clampdown on a popular psychoactive drug, doctors say many young people have switched to abusing a cheaper, addictive alternative.

China Begins Clinical Trials of Its First Acne Vaccine

2026-01-21 00:00:00

The recombinant, protein-based vaccine is one of only a handful of acne vaccines worldwide promising alternative treatment.

Road to Empress, the Hit Game Navigating China’s Gender Divide

2026-01-21 00:00:00

A new interactive drama uses live-action scenes rather than computer-generated graphics, and attempts to create an experience aimed specifically at neither men or women.

Shanghai’s Roadmap for the Next Decade: Finance, AI, Green Tech

2026-01-20 00:00:00

The city’s new five-year plan outlines economic priorities through 2030 and sets a long-term goal of doubling per capita GDP.