The Economist’s solutions on problems of China’s left-behind children
These so-called "left-behind children" are a dark facet of China's shining economic development. A survey found that these children were more likely than their peers to be depressed or emotionally unstable.
Read MoreSouth Korean cosmetics brands bullish on Chinese women
An increasing number of beauty-conscious Chinese women are developing an appetite for South Korean cosmetics because of their innovative products, cute packaging and competitive price ranges.
Read MoreWhy you should try learning Chinese through social media
Social networks is an excellent way of accessing relaxed, natural Chinese in written form. Communicating with native speakers in a relaxed way over the internet can be incredibly useful. Why?
Read MoreChinese feats: Olof and gamification
Here is the interview with Olof who has learned Chinese for 7 years. Read and see if you can learn something from him.
Read MoreMandarin grammar construction: 是…的
The 是…的 construction in Mandarin grammar is very useful to know. It's used to emphasize a particular detail in a sentence.
Read MoreReasons why Chinese old resentments against the west die hard
China views the west with a barely disguised chip on its shoulder. And not without reason.
Read MoreLam Chun-wing, the first Chinese dancer hired by the Paris Opera Ballet
When its season opened late last month, the Paris Opera Ballet included the first Chinese dancer to be hired in its 346-year history.
Read MoreBeautiful handwriting by Vietnamese girl becomes an Internet sensation in China
What shocks the netizens is not the content of the composition but the extremely beautiful handwriting, which looks very similar to printed text, being neat and powerful.
Read MoreChinese slang term: 奇葩
Currently, the word "奇葩 (qí pā)" is very popular among younger people. But, as you might guess, it has lost its original meaning and taken on a new one. "奇葩" is often used to describe someone or something that is very odd or unusual.
Read MoreHow to learn Chinese near-synonyms
For Chinese language learners, figuring out the distinguishing between near-synonyms can be a daunting task. The key is to combine knowledge and exposure.
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