May 10, 2021 Comments(3)
The World Health Organization (WHO) has given China’s Sinopharm vaccine approval for emergency use, which could make it easier for China expats who have received the vaccine to travel abroad. Read more>>
Jan 07, 2016 Comments(6)
Minimising the amount of polluted air you breathe will help you decrease your chances of developing lung-related diseases. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of five ways to help you deal with air pollution while living in China. ... Read More>>
Dec 30, 2015 Comments(3)
China’s metrological organizations have begun to predict severe pollution waves ahead of time. Weather and environment expert Ma Xuekuan was interviewed by the Chinese media on what metrological conditions he looks for when predicting a pollution wave. ... Read More>>
Dec 17, 2015 Comments(1)
What is the best mask to wear when you want to be active outside during a pollution wave? We took a look at the best sport masks on the Chinese market. ... Read More>>
Nov 24, 2015 Comments(1)
A step-by-step guide on how to use Meituan, one of the group buying companies in China similar to Groupon. ... Read More>>
Oct 19, 2015 Comments(6)
If the rumors are true, Google will be returning to China after five years of being blocked. Read about why and the obstacles it may face. ... Read More>>
Sep 01, 2015 Comments(4)
China’s online dating scene has long belonged to two main gatekeepers: Jiayuan and Momo, but times are changing. Where are young people in China finding love these days? Here’s eight apps and websites that are changing the way China does dating. ... Read More>>
Aug 13, 2015 Comments(11)
Alibaba might be the undisputed king of online shopping in China with its Taobao and Tmall marketplaces, but it’s far from the only contender. JD, also called Jingdong in China and formerly known as 360 Buy, is the country’s second-largest ecommerce portal. ...... Read More>>
Aug 03, 2015 Comments(6)
We know you care about the quality and safety of the food you prepare and eat while in China. But the way you store it in your refrigerator could be undoing all of that good! ... Read More>>
Jul 29, 2015 Comments(16)
Alipay has teamed up with a number of Chinese Internet companies to determine which Chinese cities are the happiest. The companies collected data in a number of fields including pollution levels, traffic, ease of living, and social life in a certain city. ... Read More>>
Jun 25, 2015 Comments(11)
Tsinghua University will open a groundbreaking branch in the U.S. next year as part of a partnership with the University of Washington. Tsinghua will be the first Chinese university to open an institute in the United States. ... Read More>>
Apr 23, 2015 Comments(5)
Data rates have become extremely high in China, especially when compared with income and cost of living. Li Keqiang recently stated that China must study ways to bring data costs down. However, the real issue is the monopoly on data in China. ... Read More>>
Apr 13, 2015 Comments(4)
Emojis range from the prosaic to the whimsical – and like just about everything else, they’re a product of culture. Emoticons are different in Eastern and Western cultures: the way they look, the way we use them, and some of the crazier creations. ... Read More>>
Mar 23, 2015 Comments(9)
Beat the rush at the ticket windows and book your train tickets effortlessly through WeChat instead. Here are step by step guidelines for those with shaky Chinese to help you navigate the world of WeChat ticket buying. ... Read More>>
Mar 18, 2015 Comments(7)
It used to be that you had to buy a physical top-up card from a street vendor or store to recharge your phone. Now you can do it on WeChat once you’ve setup online payments! ... Read More>>
Mar 16, 2015 Comments(8)
Getting sick in China can be quite inconvenient, but that doesn’t mean we should refrain from seeking proper medical treatment. While Chinese pharmacies may seem daunting with all the mysterious elixirs and concoctions, they can actually prove to be very ...... Read More>>
Mar 09, 2015 Comments(7)
Faced with widespread water and ground pollution, it’s important for everyone living in China to know what they’re dealing with and how to deal with it. Luckily, there are options to ensure a safe and clean supply of drinking water. ... Read More>>
Jan 24, 2015 Comments(11)
The want of a little extra cash, concern over food scandals and the desire for a more beautiful living space has lead to growth of urban farming in China and the emergence of rooftop gardening. ... Read More>>
Dec 16, 2014 Comments(5)
This translated article, published in ifeng.com, reports the latest statistics and findings related to AIDs and HIV infection in China. The data was published by the National Health Planning Commission, disclosing key information on transmission rates, ...... Read More>>
Dec 08, 2014 Comments(14)
As any expat who has been in China for a period of time will be aware, using technological products with the same freedom to which we have become accustomed is simply not possible. However, there are workarounds so that popular services and applications can ...... Read More>>
Nov 26, 2014 Comments(5)
Facemask wearing people are an all too common sight in China, especially in large cities like Beijing where air pollution has become a notorious problem and cause of concern. With more pharmacies and shops selling a vibrant array of facemasks, it’s ...... Read More>>
Nov 12, 2014 Comments(4)
In most instances, analyzing mobile network technology is reserved for tech geeks who are looking to squeeze the absolute most performance out of their phones. However, in the case of mobile service providers in China, it can affect what phone you can use ...... Read More>>
Nov 11, 2014 Comments(4)
A recent analysis of data related to cancer survival was recently published, which shows that China’s five year cancer survival rate was only 30.9 percent. This number is far below the rates of developed countries.... Read More>>
Oct 28, 2014 Comments(9)
The following article translated from Wenxuecity describes Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s appearance at Tsinghua University, where he was attending a Q&A session following his appointment to Tsinghua University’s Advisory Board. Zuckerberg, who has a ...... Read More>>
Oct 27, 2014 Comments(12)
There are many differences between the West and China regarding health practices and how best to stay healthy.Whilst none are dangerous, getting to the root of where these stem from is often difficult. Let’s take a look at some perceptions regarding ...... Read More>>
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