Modern China
Modern China articles and guides
Visiting China for the First Time: A Cultural Preparation Guide
Beyond the guidebook — the cultural knowledge that will make your China trip richer and smoother.
Chinese Internet Culture: Memes, Slang, and Digital Life
From 666 to yyds — understanding the vibrant online culture of China's 1 billion internet users.
Chinese Pop Culture: C-Drama, C-Pop, and Beyond
The entertainment industry that serves 1.4 billion people — and increasingly the world.
Modern China Through the Lens of Its Ancient Past
The Great Firewall echoes the Great Wall. The social credit system echoes the Legalist state. Understanding modern China requires understanding the patterns that repeat across millennia.
Decoding Chinese Internet Culture: From Baidu Tieba to Bilibili
From 'lying flat' to 'involution' — a guide to the chaotic, creative, and surprisingly political world of China's internet.