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‘Unbelievably Accurate’: The Niche Dating Apps Sweeping China’s Colleges

2026-05-15 00:00:00

China’s students are embracing highly exclusive “campus dating apps” that only match university classmates. But are they really the antidote to swipe fatigue?

Handmade: Two Chinese Productions Go Viral for Skipping AI

2026-05-15 00:00:00

The productions, made by two amateur teams using their own savings, have garnered hundreds of millions of views on domestic video platforms.

How Private Gardens Are Giving ‘Neglected’ Persimmon Trees a Fresh Start

2026-05-14 00:00:00

As social media fuels a growing passion for persimmon trees, wealthy urbanites in eastern China are paying thousands to ship prime specimens from distant villages.

AI Took His Job. A Chinese Court Awarded Him $38,000.

2026-05-14 00:00:00

After his company asked him to accept a pay cut and demotion following an AI rollout, a fintech worker sued — and won.

Brands Allegedly Ban E-Sales in Hangzhou’s Livestreaming Hub

2026-05-13 00:00:00

Customers with addresses in the neighborhood, known for its livestreaming community, reported being unable to order items from various luxury brands online for several days.

Room Service: Meet China’s Real Estate Agents for Senior Care Homes

2026-05-13 00:00:00

With an aging population and large percentage of adults who grew up as only children, families are finding themselves at a loss for how to choose adequate nursing homes. Enter senior care managers.