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In China, dark tourism is gaining traction, particularly among the youth, who are increasingly drawn to disaster experience centres. Photo: RedNote

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China dark tourism rises as adventurers brave simulated disasters at experience centres

The appeal of these events comes from facing a scary crisis in a safe environment, notes an expert.

Chinese ‘family bridge’ connects remote elderly and overseas children

Evidence of earliest silkworm farming outside China found, upending Silk Road timeline

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Chinese abduction survivor who inspired movie enters direct PhD programme

Wenle and fellow survivors use their social media presence to support families searching for long-lost children.

A boy who was abducted in Shenzhen at the age of three was reunited with his family in 2011. He recently graduated from Wuhan University. Photo: SCMP composite/Baidu/cjrb.cjn.cn
A boy who was abducted in Shenzhen at the age of three was reunited with his family in 2011. He recently graduated from Wuhan University. Photo: SCMP composite/Baidu/cjrb.cjn.cn

China Personalities

Ex-factory worker and engineer to make history as one of China’s first space passengers

When asked why she desires to travel to space at the age of 73, Huang simply stated that she just wants ‘to take a look’.

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Family’s bankruptcy drives US-graduated Chinese student to become acclaimed chef

As a private chef, Chengzi has formed connections with successful clients, providing her with invaluable insights into their paths to wealth.

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Chinese husband monitors wife and splits expenses in 40-year marriage

In China, divorce is not simple; couples must first endure a 30-day cooling-off period after applying for mutual consent.

A husband in southeastern China has insisted on splitting expenses with his wife for 40 years, even going as far as installing home surveillance cameras to monitor her aggressive behaviour. Photo: Douyin
A husband in southeastern China has insisted on splitting expenses with his wife for 40 years, even going as far as installing home surveillance cameras to monitor her aggressive behaviour. Photo: Douyin

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Chinese custom sees women throw embroidered balls from balconies to choose husbands

In feudal China’s strict marriage system, throwing an embroidered ball subverted rigid family control by leaving a woman’s choice to fate.

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Chinese ‘pre-made children’ term reflects trend of prioritising study over summer fun

Chinese parents traditionally view summer as a time for academic advancement, leaving many children dreading the break.

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Chinese dad stirs debate by digging grave to help sick daughter understand death

National attention surrounding their situation leads to crowdfunding campaign, successfully raising funds for Xinlei.

In 2017, a father from Sichuan dug a grave for his daughter, Xinlei, who was battling thalassemia, as a way to help her confront the concept of death. His decision ignited controversy but significantly raised awareness about the disease. Photo: Sina

Environment

How Chinese culture links 4 cardinal directions to life’s natural cycle – and why

In a primarily agricultural society, sunset signifies the end of the day, leading to the metaphor ‘going west’ to represent death.

In Chinese tradition, the four cardinal directions symbolise the natural cycle of life. For example, the east is associated with ownership, meaning a landlord is referred to as a “house-east” and a shareholder as a “share-east.” Photo: SCMP composite/Baidu/Zhihu
In Chinese tradition, the four cardinal directions symbolise the natural cycle of life. For example, the east is associated with ownership, meaning a landlord is referred to as a “house-east” and a shareholder as a “share-east.” Photo: SCMP composite/Baidu/Zhihu

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Ex-Chinese pyramid scheme boss charges US$18,000 to ‘discipline’ kids

Rather than hiding his criminal record, Ru Ping flaunts it as a badge of honour, proudly boasting to his followers that he ‘grew up in prison’.

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‘White Rabbit’ candy: China’s beloved classic wrapper draws global acclaim

Brand’s pure milk flavour and iconic wrapper ensure it remains a beloved icon in consumer memories, says expert.

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Wife’s memory inspires Chinese husband to build world’s largest hollyhock garden

After 35 years of marriage, the childless couple live amid their flourishing garden, surrounded by their beloved pets.

Inspired by his wife's childhood memories, a dedicated Chinese tourism planner transformed a barren hillside into the world's largest hollyhock garden, a testament to their enduring love. Photo: zqb.cyol.com

Environment

‘Astonishing’: well-preserved ancient China rock art owes survival to childbirth blood

New study finds Huashan rock art formations were made using a mix of lime, red clay and blood.

China's ancient rock art, dating back 2,000 years, has endured the test of time thanks to the protective properties of post-partum blood, surviving extreme heat and powerful typhoons. Photo: Wikipedia
China's ancient rock art, dating back 2,000 years, has endured the test of time thanks to the protective properties of post-partum blood, surviving extreme heat and powerful typhoons. Photo: Wikipedia

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Chinese dad accepted into MBA programme after daughter challenges him to take exam

Zhang believes true parenting transcends mere lectures; it’s about perseverance and setting a tangible example for children to follow.

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‘Happiest person’: China husband dedicates 25 years to caring for paraplegic wife

Jia playfully remarks that Li’s tireless dedication and concern for their family have turned his hair grey, while much of hers remains black.

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Indonesian wife, 24, surprised husband, 62, was groom at event she attended at 9

After a young Indonesian woman married a much older man who had wed twice before, she realised they had met at one of his other nuptials when she was a child.

A 19-year-old Indonesian woman finds out after marrying a man aged 57, that she attended a previous wedding of his when she was just nine years old. Photo: SCMP composite/QQ.com
A 19-year-old Indonesian woman finds out after marrying a man aged 57, that she attended a previous wedding of his when she was just nine years old. Photo: SCMP composite/QQ.com

China Personalities

Profile | Mystery Chinese woman steals show at 2024 Cannes Film Festival, but who is she?

A mystery woman from China, who stole the show on the red carpet at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, has been revealed to be a rich online influencer and wife of a famous mainland musician.

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Singaporean influencer becomes grandmother at 34, jokes that she ‘inspired’ son

A popular online influencer in Singapore who has become a grandmother at the age of 34 has pledged to support and guide her 17-year-old son.

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Man has child by surrogate without telling family as he wants to be grandfather

A 50-something woman in China was shocked to find a baby in her home when she got in from work one day, and that the child belonged to her husband who had hired a surrogacy agency without telling her.

A man had secretly hired a surrogacy agency to get a baby girl after his only daughter told him she did not want to have children. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock
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Bird song was a signature feature of Mong Kok's Wan Loy Teahouse, seen here in 1987. Photo: SCMP Archives

In pictures: 50 years of Hong Kong’s yum cha teahouse tradition

Five decades of Hong Kong’s beloved yum cha tradition – steamy dim sum, generational bonds and teahouse charm captured by the South China Morning Post.

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Morning mist hangs over the tea plantation at Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden, in the New Territories. Photo: Alexander Mak

Hong Kong’s 1,000-year-old tea heritage is being rediscovered and rehabilitated

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Stephen Yan with fans in Toronto in 2024. Photo: courtesy Retrokid

Wok with Yan’s return: Hong Kong-Canadian TV chef Stephen Yan reunites with fans decades after disappearing

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The living room of Harry Sun's Central flat, designed by Dominic Cheung of Crimson Company. Photo: Elizabeth Au of HHM Studio (hhm-studio.com)

Can a Hong Kong flat blend modernity with vintage charm?

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Rice is steamed at high heat in preparation for fermentation, at the Pagoda Brand Winery, Shaoxing, China. Photo: Gavin Yeung

Will Dongqu redefine Shaoxing wine’s place in haute cuisine?

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Tai On Coffee and Tea Shop, in Hong Kong's Yau Ma Tei district, has harnessed the power of social media to attract young diners. Photo: Alexander Mak

Hong Kong-style cha chaan teng cafes thrive globally as Gen-Z embraces nostalgic dining

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