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Myopia, or shortsightedness, is a huge problem in China, particularly among teenagers. Little wonder therefore that there is no shortage of parents willing to try to do something about it, financially. And no shortage of those willing to take...

Fitness is all the rage, in case you haven’t noticed. And China is intent on capitalising on the movement to bring further impetus to a national-fitness program aimed at creating a healthier populace, fit for satisfying the productivity demands...

As the balmy sun nudges me from my winter slumber, I feel an almost euphoric delight to live in the Southern Capital, primed to enjoy the Spring on Steroids that is passing as I type.  But in March, Women’s History...

Fears of having their salary deducted, dismissal, or of an influence on probation or promotion, are among the reasons for many women in the Chinese workplace today choosing to keep their pregnancy a secret from their employers. In China, some...

You’ve maybe heard of the “Two Sessions” (两会; “Two Meetings”), that take place every year in Beijing, whereby the upper echelons of the Chinese authorities thrash out what they might achieve in the coming while. And every 5 years,...

Young couples don’t go to "love hotels" on Valentines Day anymore. In fact, they pretty much don’t go anywhere now, because the youth of China are increasingly checking in as singles. To play e-sports. But they might take their...

With Chinese New Year around the corner, the rush is on to bring as many COVID treatments to the market as possible, given the probability of an enormous spike in infections. Among those stepping up, a Nanjing company is...

Earlier this week marked the third Chinese People's Police Day, with law enforcement authorities putting on a host of displays and ceremonies across the nation, ranging from hoisting the nation’s flag to educating young children as to the nature...