Blog Category - Beijing People

City Government Aims to Better Serve Expats With New WeChat Account
BeijingService is a new way the People's Government of Beijing Municipality is working to aid foreigners in the capital.
The World of Chinese Celebrates 100 Issues on Aug 31
Come celebrate one of the best publications on China's past, present, and future this Thursday at Aotu Space.
A Westerner's Journey: Isabel Crook's Impact on New China
We've lost a remarkable individual, Isabel Crook, a Canadian educator and anthropologist.
Take a Survey to Improve Beijing's Maps and Get a Special Gift!
The Beijing Municipal Government is looking to improve it's map services.
Murder Mystery Tour: Go Back in Time With This Classic Audio Guide
Retrace the killing of a British diplomat's 19-year-old daughter in 1937.
Elderly Scooter Ban
The "elderly scooter," popularly known as 老年代步车 (lǎonián dàibùchē), has become a common sight on the roads.
Bleu Marine Celebrates 25 Years of Warm Hospitality
Bleu Marine, one of Beijing's oldest Western establishments, is steeped in nostalgia.
Thinking of you 365 Days: Farewell to CoCo Lee, the Chinese R&B Queen
The prestigious Chinese-American Singer Ferren Lee, or CoCo Lee as she was known by most of her fans, passed away on Jul 6.
Pushing the Craft: A Talk With Kris Li On What’s Happening & To Come at Jing-A
If there's anything Kris Li has learned over the past three years, it's being able to change on the fly while maintaining consistency.
Easy Street: The Fresh Sound from Mac Daddies' Ashes
When Stevie Mac founded the Mac Daddies in Beijing, he never anticipated the magnitude of success they would achieve
Therapist and CandleX Founder Xiaojie Qin Finds Strength From Her Clients
Born and raised in Sichuan, Xiaojie Qin is a registered psychotherapist and founder of initiatives like CandleX and Project A.
The Dongbei Lunchbox: A Budget-Friendly Delight
东北盒饭 Dōngběi héfàn (aka Dongbei lunchboxes) have been taking the Chinese internet by storm as of late.
City Church Hosts Special Community Fundraiser Event This Saturday, May 20
"For the City" is set to be a massive community event hosted by one of the biggest foreign churches in Beijing.
A Talk with The Local's Kenn Bermel Following Return to Beijing
After a long stay outside the country, Bermel is back to running The Local in person again.
Cerebral Palsy Cyclist: 70,000km in 7 Years & Beyond
Lucky, a 37-year-old man with cerebral palsy, is embarking on an extraordinary adventure