Jun 05, 2024 Comments(1)
I soon as I had my feet on the ground in Shenzhen, I realized I was set to be nothing less than a spectacle; an object of either admiration or disgust. Here’s my account of what it’s like being Black in China. Read more>>
Mar 22, 2013 Comments(15)
I'm riding the bus and I've been down this street a hundred thousand times before. I don't want to look out the window so I watch the people clinging to the poles, handles and headrests around me and am glad I have a seat. ... Read More>>
Oct 18, 2016 Comments(13)
Before moving to China, I had certain thoughts in place about Chinese people as a whole. From personal interactions to movies to that brief chapter on Chinese history in high school, a vague picture of a polite, quiet people took shape. And let's not forget ...... Read More>>
Jun 07, 2013 Comments(9)
The Chinese economy is very much consumer driven. One of the most popular methods of shopping is online, and while online shopping alternatives continue to mushroom left and right, the most popular, by far, is still Taobao. In light of Taobao's unwavering ...... Read More>>
Jun 21, 2014 Comments(14)
5 Bizarre Chinese Weight Loss Methods In case you have not figured this out yet, you’re new to China, or perhaps you have simply been living under a rock your entire life, I’ll let you in on a little secret: Chinese people love thinness. I mean, reeeeally ...... Read More>>
May 10, 2014 Comments(8)
Getting a haircut is not always as easy at is seems, especially when you’re living in China and don’t speak the language. What was originally meant to be pain-free affair could well easily turn into an image-damaging nightmare. If your head needs a bit of ...... Read More>>
Sep 25, 2012 Comments(2)
Virtually everything nowadays seems to have that little "Made in China" label attached to it. Sometimes that can be a good thing – other times, not so much. So how do you know which products to go ahead and buy while living in or visiting China, ...... Read More>>
Oct 27, 2015 Comments(8)
Gambling is illegal in China, except for the lottery, which you can play! See how. ... Read More>>
Sep 15, 2016 Comments(30)
Teaching English in China can be a great way to experience the country while gaining experience in a field that’s expanding rapidly. But it’s also an industry riddled with scams. For the uninitiated, here are some tips to help you find a legitimate, legal ...... Read More>>
Mar 18, 2017 Comments(12)
320 million people are without access to clean water in China, which is not surprising, given the rapid industrialization and urbanization. But what is being done about it? This article will help you to better understand the environment and also offer ...... Read More>>
Jan 05, 2017 Comments(16)
Chinese people are rightfully proud of their long and intriguing history. We’ve picked out five of the most important and interesting events to help out the clueless foreigner should the conversation at the dinner table suddenly shift to history. ... Read More>>
Jul 20, 2017 Comments(26)
History shows that emerging Asian powers have, on occasion, used established and dominant Western cultures as models in the course or cause of their development. For instance, Meiji Japan and its rapid adoption of mainly US western military traditions and ...... Read More>>
Dec 02, 2013 Comments(4)
Living in China, you can often feel a little cut off from the world and feel out of the loop when it comes to TV shows. Here are a couple of Chinese sites that will stock some of your favorite shows, and a helpful list of TV shows’ Chinese names. ... Read More>>
Apr 27, 2017 Comments(24)
Street food is more than just a way to fill one’s stomach in China; it is an integral part of the food culture. And despite Chengguan, food scandals and ever tighter restrictions getting in their way, street food vendors continue. The public just can’t say...... Read More>>
May 17, 2010 Comments(0)
The top contemporary Chinese artists come from different backgrounds and hail from cities all over the country, but they all share a childhood spent deep in the throes of the Cultural Revolution. The effects of this tumultuous time period on contemporary ...... Read More>>
Oct 11, 2016 Comments(8)
In China, family roles are still relatively traditional. While it is common for both men and women to work outside the home, when it comes to breadwinning, housework, and childrearing, China tends to fall in line with long standing gender roles. The man ...... Read More>>
Jun 12, 2017 Comments(11)
Although the popularity of e-bikes may have stemmed from the associated financial and environmental benefits, by joining the masses and buying one, you’ll also gain the freedom to explore the city at your leisure. ... Read More>>
Jan 11, 2018 Comments(2)
Here we list the five biggest holidays in China, what they mean and how they’re celebrated. ... Read More>>
May 08, 2017 Comments(15)
Going to the dentist in China is possible, and this is the complete expat’s guide to surviving that first foreign dentist visit, whether you want to get a professional clean, or definitely feel a cavity coming on. ... Read More>>
Apr 12, 2017 Comments(13)
One comment on my article about intercultural relationships asked the rather loaded question “why don’t you see more foreign women married to Chinese men?” This is a question that gets asked a lot, and there really is no simple answer. It is obvious to ...... Read More>>
Sep 29, 2009 Comments(5)
Over the past few weeks, we have been looking in some detail at the job situation for teachers here in China. One of the issues we’ve focused on has been the importance of doing proper research prior to accepting a teaching job in China. To continue ...... Read More>>
May 31, 2017 Comments(21)
Many expat women I know can’t recall ever being sexually harassed in China by a stranger. Some have told me ‘Chinese men wouldn’t dare.’ Yet, a recent string of reports of sexual harassment on metro systems suggests that some men here do in fact ‘dare ...... Read More>>
Nov 05, 2010 Comments(69)
Maybe never getting a seat on the bus has finally gotten to you, maybe it’s the never-ending fight to get a taxi or maybe the driver you hired is too reckless. Whatever the reason, you have decided you need to get your own license, and drive yourself ...... Read More>>
Feb 24, 2014 Comments(24)
It can be said that modern Chinese feminism was born in the struggle for national independence. However, although gender equality is a vital aspect in the struggle for socialism, there is still not equality of the sexes. ... Read More>>
Mar 03, 2011 Comments(16)
In China, expats are often assumed to be white or Caucasian originating from the Americas or Europe. Other expats from Africa (some of whom are from the Americas and Europe), West Asia, Arabian nationalities etc. are given little to no recognition by ...... Read More>>
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