Reading Glasses and Other Ways China Takes You Down a Notch
I love living in China, but I swear to goodness, it’s not doing a…
Browsing: China
Big in China: One Father’s Rise to Fame
Being a trailing spouse can be a hard gig. Former beijingkids columnist Alan Paul knows…
Sold! 1.5 Million Dollar Dog
What’s hairy, red, and eats sea cucumber? The answer: a 1.5 million dollar dog. Little…
The Cultural Custom Gray Zone
The rules can seem endless sometimes. Ganbei with your glass lower than your host’s, never stick…
Beijing’s Burgeoning Busker Scene
More than once have I encountered a variety of enjoyable musical performances in Beijing, either…
No More Skype in China?
Speaking with your loved ones across the sea just got more difficult. Phone…
40 Million Worldwide Learning Chinese
There are now over 40 million people learning Chinese worldwide according to the Confucius Institute…
It’s Just Different Here
When I was young, and foolish, I left the United States for a year and…
Falling support for China’s Elderly
Fewer and fewer children are supporting their elderly parents nowadays in China. Instead of children…
The Decline of the Best High School in China
Peking University High School will celebrate its 50th anniversary on October 6. According to an…