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Gen Z Flips Tradition as ‘Reverse Spring Festival’ Travel Surges

2026-02-18 00:00:00

This year, a longer holiday has fueled a growing trend of young Chinese inviting parents to celebrate in the cities where they work.

Year of the Robot: Humanoids Lead a Tech-Heavy Spring Festival Gala

2026-02-17 00:00:00

Robotics firms took center stage as AI integration and international acts marked this year’s annual gala.

How ‘Blood-Sweating Horses’ Became Auspicious Symbols in China

2026-02-17 00:00:00

Rumors of an exotic steed that sweats blood first spread thousands of years ago, persisting in ancient writings and metamorphosing into various mythical horses.

In Art, China’s History With the Horse Is a Glorious Story

2026-02-16 00:00:00

Cultural artifacts from Chinese dynasties show both the country’s history with horses and the high regard in which they were held.

Collage: The Year of the Horse

2026-02-15 00:00:00

Public art and festive displays welcome the Year of the Horse across China.

The Year of the Horse Has Arrived. But When Did Horses Arrive in China?

2026-02-15 00:00:00

The Year of the Horse, which began this month, is considered auspicious. How did China’s love for the horse come to be?