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What are China’s most prestigious cigarette brands and why do they matter?
China is home to one of the world’s largest and most tightly regulated tobacco markets. Within this state-controlled system, several premium cigarette brands have emerged as symbols of quality, heritage, and social status. While smoking is increasingly restricted by public health policy, these high-end brands continue to play a notable role in China’s consumer culture and commercial history.
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How Did the Chinese App “Are You Dead?” Turn Daily Check-Ins into a Lifeline for the Lonely?
A minimalist Chinese mobile app known as “Are You Dead?” has surged in popularity by turning a daily check-in into a simple lifeline. Rebranded internationally as Demumu, the app reflects growing concerns about loneliness, safety, and quiet emergencies in modern urban life, offering a low-friction, consent-based alternative to traditional health and surveillance tools.
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How a 'Chinese Internet Celebrity Trump' Took the Internet by Storm
A Chinese architect has gained popularity on both domestic and international social media platforms by accurately imitating the speech and mannerisms of former US President Donald Trump through non-political humorous short videos, becoming a unique "bridge" connecting Chinese and Western cultures.
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What Are the Most Popular Chinese Streaming Platforms with English Content?
China’s streaming platforms are often seen as Mandarin-only spaces. But is that still true today? As global audiences, expats, and English learners grow, many Chinese platforms have quietly expanded their English content offerings. This article breaks down which platforms provide English-accessible content and how they differ.
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