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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.
12 Aug 2026 - 6:14PM
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‘Astonishing’: well-preserved ancient China rock art owes survival to childbirth blood
11 Aug 2026 - 2:00PM
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Chinese student suffers brief hearing loss after hours of cicada noise while camping
5 Aug 2026 - 2:00PM
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Beat the heat, drain the damp: why Chinese youth are turning to TCM
Trend includes controversial methods like ‘crying therapy,’ promoted as an emotional ‘fire extinguisher’ to clear dampness linked to ‘heart fire’.
4 Aug 2026 - 2:15PM
As China faces historic summer heat, youth are turning to TCM "dampness removal" remedies like hot sand burials and herbal burning. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote/douyin
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Chinese doctor wades through floodwaters to reach patients, winning online praise
Obstetrician has appointments to perform operations on two pregnant women, pushes bike through waist-high water to get to hospital.
23 Jul 2026 - 10:12AM
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China’s Miao people believe trees symbolise human birth, hardship, death
Particular vegetation plays central role in lives of a 10-million-strong ethnic group; people who secretly fell them are penalised by community.
16 Jun 2026 - 2:51PM
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‘Mud Buddha’: China official covered in sludge in mudslide while saving villagers
Tragedy averted by selfless cadre who was swept up in floodwater as he went door-to-door telling people to get to a safe place before landslide.
2 Jun 2026 - 2:00PM
A viral photograph of a village official in China completely covered in mud shows him gripping a tree during a mudslide while he was evacuating villagers. Photo: QQ.com
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US man believes if everyday people can grow forests, world leaders can find peace
Generous donation enabled Yin to plant some of her earliest trees, sowing the seeds of a lasting friendship across continents.
30 May 2026 - 4:00PM
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Recent analysis shows Neanderthals may have been first dentists in recorded history
60,000-year-old dental procedure blurs line between humans and Neanderthals.
30 May 2026 - 9:00AM
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China official mocked over gold earrings while crying about local flood disaster
‘Golden’ accessories of party secretary in village hit by torrential rain arouse both sarcastic criticism and support; she reveals they are fake.
29 May 2026 - 6:56PM
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Chinese scientists suggest harsh environments foster early human creativity
The research unveils a more intricate narrative of innovation, intelligence, and human evolution in East Asia.
24 May 2026 - 4:00PM
To survive harsh environments and support their communities, ancient humans developed group hunting and sophisticated tools. Photo: Wikipedia
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American who gave US$5,000 to China farmer for tree planting decades ago to view forest
US citizen accepts ‘awesome’ invitation to visit massive and successful anti-desertification project in Inner Mongolia.
24 May 2026 - 9:28AM
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Ancient China elites cooled off with ice, water fans; folks used bamboo pillows
Research based on historical inscriptions suggests that temperatures in ancient China often climbed to between 40 and 43 degrees Celsius.
19 May 2026 - 2:10PM
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‘Eyesore’ sculpture in ‘Mirror of the Sky’ China lake hit for disrupting serene beauty
Pink heart with angel wings installation described as an ‘eyesore’ as criticism mounts over the spoiling of nation’s scenic sites.
6 May 2026 - 6:00PM
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Rumours China Forbidden City uses massive load of pig blood to ‘dispel evil’ quashed
Series of ghostly folklore tales led to belief that red walls were painted with vital fluid of animal; author reveals the true story.
26 Apr 2026 - 9:00AM
The rumour that the Forbidden City used tonnes of pig blood to “dispel evil” has been debunked. It seems it was inspired by the mythology of “Journey to the West”, where Zhu Bajie (Pigsy) protects the monk Tang Sanzang from evil spirits. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Sohu
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China family buries luxury car as offering, prompts official reprimand, public apology
Death of ‘avid collector’ of expensive vehicles sparks bizarre funeral ceremony which raises environmental fears.
18 Apr 2026 - 6:23PM
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Patagonia faces backlash over new ‘earth usage fee’ to curb excessive returns
Return rates in China’s online clothing sector, particularly for women’s apparel, can reach as high as 50 to 60 per cent.
8 Apr 2026 - 2:19PM
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China ‘storm hot springs’ offer unique experience with thunder, rain, electric shocks
Traditional Chinese bathhouses, with a rich history spanning thousands of years, are celebrated for their ability to relax both body and mind.
4 Mar 2026 - 9:15AM
The “Storm Hot Springs” trend in China offers innovative wellness experiences, combining simulated storms and mild electric shocks for mental stimulation. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote
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China woman leaves city job to live on uninhabited island, loves off-grid lifestyle
Former property development executive swaps rat race for ‘harsh’ and ‘stormy’ remote island; lives off plentiful supply of eels, crabs.
9 Feb 2026 - 6:00PM
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China boy in blackboard plea for used bottle donations to fund sick mum’s treatment
Enterprising pupil finds novel way to help ease debt-ridden family’s financial pain; tells classmates he will not accept cash donations.
7 Dec 2025 - 6:00PM
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China woman makes dresses from peanut shells, kernels, turning farmland into runway
Young woman says her hobby is personal, she has not received formal training and materials are sourced from family’s agricultural produce.
20 Nov 2025 - 6:00PM
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Donation surge at ‘humble’ China zoo for protected animals after story goes viral
Kind-hearted sanctuary director keeps ticket prices low; says even if he cannot eat, he ‘will not let the animals starve’.
10 Nov 2025 - 2:00PM
A small zoo in China has gone viral because it cares for more than 20 nationally protected animals. Photo: RedNote
China's economic recovery
Why some Chinese cities are rethinking their sweeping development strategies
Why is the famed demolition and reconstruction approach that bottled lightning in Datong city increasingly seen as outdated? And what are the alternatives?
29 Oct 2025 - 9:29AM
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China-Asean relations
Indonesia’s bid to ship durians straight to China rides on refrigeration, sanitation
Jakarta seeks to weigh into the lucrative industry but must refine its cold-chain storage to ensure fruits arrive in perfect condition.
17 Oct 2025 - 3:00PM
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Chinese man survives 70-day jungle dare, makes traps for rats, wins US$14,000
‘Versatile’ adventurer with ‘respect for nature’ uses clothes to weave baskets, uses knowledge gained from hunting with grandfather as child.
6 Oct 2025 - 9:30AM
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