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The Everlasting Flavor of Chinese New Year

The Everlasting Flavor of Chinese New Year

Spring Festival is the cultural code inscribed in every Chinese person's blood. From the year‑end cleaning to the family vigil on New Year's Eve, from paying respects to elders to sending digital red envelopes with a fingertip—millennium‑old customs keep renewing themselves in cycles. What changes are merely the forms; what remains unchanged is the soul of reunion, blessing, and reverence for heaven and ancestors.

Culture
2026/02/12

How is China Step-by-Step Achieving Its Moon Landing Plan?

Tech
2026/02/12
How is China Step-by-Step Achieving Its Moon Landing Plan?

What Ancient Pagodas Can Be Found in Beijing?

Culture
2026/02/12
What Ancient Pagodas Can Be Found in Beijing?

What Are Traditional Chinese Toys with Chinese Characteristics?

Culture
2026/02/09
What Are Traditional Chinese Toys with Chinese Characteristics?

Why Are More Foreigners Learning Chinese?

Culture
2026/02/09
Why Are More Foreigners Learning Chinese?

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Why Chinese AI Firms Choose Hong Kong for Global Expansion

Why Chinese AI Firms Choose Hong Kong for Global Expansion

Chinese artificial intelligence companies are rapidly expanding their reach beyond the mainland. As they look for a launchpad into the global market, one city consistently emerges as the top choice Hong Kong. This isn't a coincidence. Hong Kong offers a unique combination of financial muscle, regulatory stability, and cultural proximity that makes it the ideal gateway for these ambitious tech firms.

Culture
2026/02/09
Why Some Young People Say They’re “Becoming Chinese” in 2026

Why Some Young People Say They’re “Becoming Chinese” in 2026

In early 2026, a new lifestyle trend began circulating across global social media platforms. Informally known as “Becoming Chinese,” it reflects how young people from different cultural backgrounds are adopting everyday habits inspired by Chinese approaches to health, balance, and self-care—without changing their nationality or identity.

Culture
2026/02/06
China’s Top Television Actors Masters of the Craft

China’s Top Television Actors Masters of the Craft

This article explores the defining qualities of China's most acclaimed television actors, examining how professional awards, iconic roles, and industry contributions establish performers such as Chen Baoguo, Chen Daoming, and Lei Jiayin at the pinnacle of their field.

Lifestyle
2026/02/05
Draco Malfoy -- The Unlikely New Face of the Lunar New Year

Draco Malfoy -- The Unlikely New Face of the Lunar New Year

The "Malfoy New Year" trend is a perfect example of how pop culture and ancient tradition can blend in the modern world. It shows that traditions aren't static; they evolve, adapt, and sometimes adopt a wizard from a British boarding school.

Culture
2026/02/05
Why China Is Moving to Ban Hidden Door Handles in Cars

Why China Is Moving to Ban Hidden Door Handles in Cars

China is implementing strict new regulations that effectively ban exclusively electronic hidden door handles on new vehicles to address growing safety concerns. By mandating mechanical backups that are accessible from the outside, regulators aim to ensure passengers can be rescued quickly during emergencies, signaling a major shift in automotive design priorities for the world's largest car market.

Policy
2026/02/04

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