Frank Hossack

Biodiversity Survey Finds 39 Rare & Protected Species in Zhangjiagang

In recent years, Zhangjiagang has strengthened its biodiversity by increasing the natural wetland protection rate to 76.3 percent and afforesting 27 hectares of land. Full story (in Chinese) via this link; read the absolute essentials about Suzhou via this...

Mother Sues Daughter for Not Visiting Enough; Wins Case

China is a filial society; we get it. But a landmark legal case has recently emerged to show us just how much it is so. Here in Jiangsu, a senior lady has successfully convinced a court her daughter must...

Collective Diarrhea Experienced by Children in International School in Yangzhou

An online commenter said, “The food at Baonan International School is ¥12 per meal. The duck legs are smelly; children vomited and pooped after eating them”. Full story (in Chinese) via this link; read the absolute essentials about Yangzhou...

42 Arrested for Posting Small Pornographic Advertisements in Zhenjiang

Addressing a disgusted public’s concerns, Jurong police conducted a 1-month operation to catch the gang which illegally advertised “Hook up in the same city”. Full story (in Chinese) via this link; read the absolute essentials about Zhenjiang via this...

60% of Fatal Accidents in Suqian Involve Seniors over 60 Years Old

Electric tricycles seniors riding daily do not meet safety standards; rearview mirrors, lights, steering, brakes, etc. do not meet requirements and are difficult to control. Full story (in Chinese) via this link; read about Suqian introduced as never before via...

Boy, 13, Fails Exam then Runs Away from Home in Xuzhou

Scolded by his parents, the boy hurriedly left home without a mobile phone in the evening rush hour. Police successfully tracked him down using surveillance cameras. Full story (in Chinese) via this link; read the absolute essentials about Xuzhou...

Return of the Street Barber! Seniors Enjoy Free Haircuts in Suzhou

Launched recently in Gusu District, “Little Scissors, Big Love, Love Barber Shop” is intended that seniors enjoy more convenient services, right on their very doorstep. Full story (in Chinese) via this link; read the absolute essentials about Suzhou via...

Wuxi Teacher Rides 20 Inch Folding Bike 1,300 KM in 8 Days

Gu Jun, 42, decided his mission was the Grand Canal, while others derided him as challenging the impossible. He cycled twice around Lake Tai in preparation. Full story (in Chinese) via this link; read the absolute essentials about Wuxi...

About Me

Editor-in-Chief of The Nanjinger, Frank Hossack, is a multi-award winning Radio/TV host and voice-over artist who has worked in China for the past 32 years. Frank has also written for Time magazine, the Wall Street Journal and The Times, appeared on the BBC and LBC, and been cited by CNN, China Daily and the New York Times, among many others.
7615 POSTS

Latest News

Tasty Solutions on the Menu at Shanghai Climate Week

Shanghai Climate Week coincides with Earth Day and highlights China's dual-carbon commitments. And while its object as also a...

Why is the Shanghai Government Sniffing around Our Back Yard? 

Shanghai-Nanjing Innovation Belt emerges, with Putuo District driving cross-regional collaboration to boost economic growth for 50+ million people Putuo officials...

Nanjing’s International Flights; All Change for Summer Schedule

April is rolling around, and with it comes a new schedule for flights in and out of Nanjing Lukou...

Our Jiangsu