Blog Tag - History
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This article comes from Humans of China (WeChat ID: humans-of-china), which aims to document and tell the stories of the many varied people of this...
When most people hear the word “reggae,” chances are one of the furthest things from their mind is China, and yet, the two are inextricably entwined...
Beijing holds a special place in the hearts of China's culture gurus, not only because of its historic title as the capital of multiple dynasties but...
Katy Perry's "Firework" may still be ringing in your ears, but the inauguration is already last week's news. Yet, the ongoing protests and debates ...
An excavation in Beijing's southwest Fengtai district has uncovered archaeological remains believed to date back to the Jin dynasty (1115-1234) when ...
Aside from getting a bank account, phone number, and apartment in Beijing, one challenge every expat faces – especially those attending university...
If you happen to be a teacher, you may already be rolling in hongbao today for your noble service to the children of China. The rest of us plebs,...
In case you missed it, today is Chinese Valentine’s Day. My first reaction to this was skepticism: another fake corporate greedfest dreamed up by...
Contrary to popular foreigner belief, “Gongti” is more than just a spot in Sanlitun around which the city’s hottest clubs have gathered. This August...
Press F to pay respects to all the fallen goombas. It's time for a deep dive into China's gaming culture in our column, Kapital Koopas.
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If, during the thunderstorms that are expected to pour down this week, you were to pass by the rusted gate in front of the old Chaonei 81 building...
With more than 3,000 years of history under its belt – and roughly 700 as the capital – Beijing has witnessed its fair share of notable individuals....
In psychology, a flashbulb memory is one that pertains to a poignant event seared into our minds, one that explodes and sparks before leaving its...
It can be pretty difficult to get people to agree on just about anything these days. Between alternative facts and fake news, everyone seems to be...
The internet is crammed with delicious online-learning options right now, so how can you pick the one that's right for you? Make it Middle Kingdom,...