#Electronic Music
#Food
The Canada-based dumpling aficionado is collaborating with Shanghai restaurant Bastard for a special dinner pairing food and music Read More
#comics
#Interview
‘Evermind’ is a groundbreaking collaboration between actor Daniel Wu and veteran Marvel illustrator Sean Chen Read More
#online video
The app ReelShort has American viewers addicted to short videos reprising plots from trashy Chinese web novels Read More
#cultural heritage
Elderly villagers in a remote part of Sichuan province have inadvertently damaged recently-discovered ancient Buddha statues Read More
#ByteDance
Faced with a market downturn and underwhelming performance compared to its major rivals, the Chinese internet giant is strategically downsizing its gaming division Read More
#McDonald's
The fast food giant’s fresh marketing concepts continue to win over young consumers Read More
#Education
From wine tasting to dumping exes, China’s night schools emerge as an oasis for stressed-out young people Read More
#Hong Kong
#Crime
Claiming to use feng shui to help buyers make profitable investments, scammers have stolen millions from Hong Kongers Read More
#Internet
#Technology
The new network is more than 10 times faster than the fastest internet in the United States Read More
#Netflix
#Michelle Yeoh
Powered by an all-Asian cast and writers room, this is your chance to see Michelle Yeoh power-drilling through a guy’s skull Read More
#li jiaqi
#Singles' Day
The “King of Lipstick” reportedly sold over 25 billion RMB of merchandise during this year’s Singles Day shopping festival Read More
#McDonald's
#Fashion
The collaboration between Crocs and McDonald’s marks a moment of synergy between two established brands who aren’t afraid to play with new ideas Read More
#TCM
#Traditional Chinese Medicine
A digital tool is predicting the effectiveness of herbal medicines with surprising accuracy Read More
#Entertainment
Gen-Z is joining in on an activity previously reserved for the middle-aged, leading to a collision between two different forms of dance Read More
#Live Music
#LGBTQ
Regulators stated that the new rule was in direct response to The 1975’s now-infamous onstage kiss Read More
#Hip Hop
#Chinese hip hop
THE ANCIENT WAR mixes together trap, drill, and trance to bring together China’s electronic and hip hop underground scenes Read More
#Taylor Swift
#AI
Social media users have mixed opinions on the technology — some are excited to dub full TV shows, while others worry about the danger of fake news Read More
#Environment
Dilraba Dilmurat, Qin Lan, and other divas are traveling the globe — fans say it feels like traveling alongside a group of friends Read More
#Shaolin Temple
#Los Angeles
Modern-day wuxia company Immortal Studios is putting the spotlight on Shaolin’s global cultural legacy Read More
#Halloween
#nightlife
There’s been an uptick in Chinese cultural costumes, as folks take a tongue-in-cheek approach to the holiday Read More
#Halloween
As Halloween approaches, one subway network is saying “boo” to scary makeup Read More
#zootopia
#Disneyland
Shanghai Disneyland’s eighth themed land will open by the end of the year Read More
#Film & TV
#celebrities
News of the divorce shot to the top trending position on Twitter-like Weibo Read More
#golden rooster awards
The 2023 Golden Rooster Award nominations are here, but audiences are split over the titles that were (and weren’t) selected Read More
#celebrities
When a fan shouted at Chan to speak Mandarin, he refused and chastised audience members Read More
#Edison Chen
#Adidas
“I spent the summer in Europe immersing myself in the Adidas brand, which gave me a new point of view,” says Chen Read More
#Basketball
#macau
Nick Young, AKA Swaggy P, is returning to the court as part of the ASEAN league Read More
#Basketball
#rural China
The Village Basketball League or ‘CunBA’ in a rural corner of Guizhou province has become a huge hit with sports fans Read More
#hot pot
#movie theater
Some worry the simmering broth will detract from the moviegoing experience Read More
#Fashion
#Shanghai Fashion Week
Zhou’s experiments in “techno-orientalism” continue, making a conceptual statement at Shanghai Fashion Week Read More
#Shanghai Fashion Week
Shanghai Fashion Week Spring-Summer 2024 is here, and there’s lots to take in Read More
#Singer
#Jay Chou
#concert
#Best Chinese Music
#Art
#Art exhibition
The exhibition, debuting in Shanghai, is the Mandopop legend’s latest detour Read More
#Fashion
#Fan Bingbing
Fan Bingbing’s most significant public appearance since her 2018 tax evasion scandal was met with a mixed response Read More
#moon
#space exploration
China’s lofty lunar ambitions are the source of much excitement, as well as some controversy Read More
#influencer
#rural China
#farming
Rural life influencer returns after a two-year break, but her new look is raising eyebrows Read More
#Basketball
#Chinese Basketball Association
#Jeremy Lin
#Linsanity
#NBA
#taiwan
Jeremy Lin took to social media to announce that he would be playing alongside his brother as part of the New Taipei Kings Read More
#Chinese Parents
Netizens are chiming in on instances when they’ve been asked (or hired) to impersonate the parents of students Read More
#Luckin Coffee
#moutai
Luckin Coffee has teamed up with liquor brand Kweichow Moutai. But is it a good thing? Read More
#Tony Leung
#Film
The legendary Hong Kong singer and actor was moved to tears while accepting the prestigious Golden Lion Lifetime Achievement Award Read More
#Hong Kong
This year’s pageant created a virtual host by fusing together past champions, then asked contestants to have conversations with AI-produced, elderly versions of themselves Read More
#Black in China
#ASMR
Black influencers based in China are heading to hair spas to create content Read More
#NBA
#Livestreaming
The lightning-fast sales event elicited an unexpected celebration from an excited Harden Read More
#artificial intelligence
AI technology has reached the fast-moving world of commercial livestreaming in China Read More
#Zhang Weili
#ufc
Zhang Weili put on a show at UFC 292, retaining her title and proving that she’s here to stay Read More
#university
#lying flat
Seen as a ‘pseudo gap year,’ delaying one’s graduation is becoming a popular choice to avoid grim career prospects Read More
#gaming
#Sun Wukong
The groundbreaking ‘souls-like’ game has finally reached a playable form Read More
#short film
#AI
The short film, starring RADII favorite Gigi Lee and directed by Gary Yong, uses AI to tap into a Chinese cultural landscape Read More
#mma
#Song Yadong
Violent crimes are on the rise in California, especially those targeting Asian citizens — and UFC fighter Song Yadong is the latest victim Read More
Real bear 🐻
Definitely a human 🚶♂️
#Technology
#AI
Companies like Baidu and Xiaohongshu are racing to ride the waves of the AI revolution Read More
#work pressure
Young workers are quitting their jobs at big companies, and celebrating with hotpot and humor Read More
#Film
#Asian-American
Based on the bestselling novel, ‘Love in Taipei’ captures romance at the iconic Love Boat study program Read More
#TFBoys
#Entertainment
Multiple hashtags emerged in rapid succession, spurring on conversations around the failure of ticket-vending platforms Read More
#Film
#Entertainment
Hide your mom — 1980s heartthrob Fei Xiang is back in ‘Creation of the Gods’ Read More
#Basketball
#NBA
Jimmy Butler rounded out his China tour by announcing exclusive new Li-Ning shoes, and receiving the questionable gift of a ‘cotton basketball’ Read More
#controversy
#Fashion
“Hot milk style,” a fashion trend in which some parents dress their children in adult-oriented outfits, received immediate pushback online Read More
#TV
#Chinese drama
Shows like ‘The Long Season,’ ‘Three-Body,’ and ‘The Knockout’ have the highest Douban ratings from the first half of the year Read More
#idols
#Entertainment
Down-to-earth comedic actor Wei Daxun is skyrocketing in popularity, as Chinese viewers begin to lose faith in low-talent, scandal-laden idols Read More
#Byron Mann
#Film
The ‘Wu Assassins’ and ‘Street Fighter’ actor discusses writing, producing, and starring in a movie about Hong Kong elites Read More
#LGBTQ
#Entertainment
Uyghur actress Dilraba’s recent red carpet appearance has catalyzed a fierce debate online Read More
#body positivity
Not skinny but not plus-size, 'midsize' influencers in China promote the beauty of being average. Is it working? Read More
#pop music
The singer’s death after a long struggle with depression is sparking discussions around mental health Read More
#scandal
#Cai Xukun
The idol allegedly forced a woman to get an abortion, becoming the third Chinese Prada brand ambassador to face a major scandal in the past two years Read More
#architecture
#trends
The trend is one part interior design, one part dismal economic necessity Read More
#TV
#martial arts
Inspired by the writings of Bruce Lee, ‘Warrior’ is back, empowered by even more dizzying heights of Chinese hip hop energy Read More
#Contemporary Art
#Art
Zhang Huan is a legend of contemporary Chinese art, but that hasn’t stopped him from continuing to reinvent his own story Read More
#Fashion
#body positivity
Women in China have noticed that their clothing is becoming smaller and smaller, sparking discussions around beauty standards and body image Read More
#Art
#digital art
Du Kun’s intricate works combine traditional Chinese artistic motifs with bold contemporary concepts Read More
#Gen Z
#lying flat
Forget flowers and hat throwing, this year’s graduation shoots are characterized by pessimism, sarcasm, and a bleak outlook on the job market Read More
#Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi has been busy since he arrived in China Read More
#Lionel Messi
#Soccer
As Messi arrives in China for a friendly match against Australia, a scam offer is circulating which promises dinner and a personal toast from the star Read More
#Apple
#Technology
Between the Apple Vision Pro announcement, and Apple’s underwhelming first livestream event, Chinese customers are starting to feel skeptical Read More
#Shanghai International Film Festival
Returning from a pandemic-era hiatus, this year’s Shanghai International Film Festival features plenty of domestically-produced work Read More
#Chinese American
#TV
The new Disney TV show is getting lots of love in the US. In China, not so much Read More
#blackpink
#macau
The K-pop supergroup later changed the word to ‘Macau,’ but controversy had already exploded on social media Read More
Goji berries when drinking 🍻
Cucumber at music festivals 🥒
Skincare after sleep deprivation 🧴
Herbal lozenge with cigarettes 🚬
#digital art
#Art
Immersive digital art experiences are catching on, but some are starting to question the value of an exhibition with no real artworks Read More
#Rap of China
Big names like MC Jin, VaVa, and GAI return for China’s most popular hip hop show Read More
#China Music Festivals
Looking to avoid overpriced water at music festivals, people in China are turning to an alternative form of hydration Read More
Things seem to be looking up after a long dry spell for China’s video game industry, and major player NetEase is seizing the opportunity to release new titles Read More
#viral
#street vendor
A viral frog costume has appeared in China, bringing joy and challenging norms around work-life balance Read More
#Art
#Chinese culture
Is technology going to erase tradition? A new wave of Chinese artists thinks otherwise Read More
#artificial intelligence
#cocktails
Evening Standard, a gin bar in Guangzhou, used A.I. technology to write and design its menu — but is A.I. ready to tackle mixology? Read More
#Technology
#Shanghai
Visitors gathered at the first Digital Design: AIGC Builders and Creators Conference to discuss the latest developments in A.I.-generated content, with millions more tuning in online Read More
#New Music
Summer is just about here (for the Northern Hemisphere, anyway), and to celebrate, we’ve rounded up 10 new Chinese music releases for your patio party Read More
#Chinese drama
#Film & TV
The suspenseful murder mystery series set in a small North China town has captured the attention of audiences nationwide Read More
#digital art
In his new A.I.-generated project ‘McDonald’s Museum,’ artist Tudou_man reimagines the iconic fast-food chain’s products as ancient cultural relics Read More
#relationships
#Dating
If recent data and TV shows like ‘Nothing But You’ are any indication, women in China are increasingly open to dating younger men Read More
Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera
Sean O’Malley
Aljamain Sterling
Dana White
#Electronic Music
#Food
The Canada-based dumpling aficionado is collaborating with Shanghai restaurant Bastard for a special dinner pairing food and music Read More
#AI
#Technology
#online shopping
Livestreaming is big business in China, but brands often get burned by celebrities – so they’re increasingly turning to AI Read More
#New Music
This month’s new releases from 33EMYBW, Tation, GriffO, Guzz, and more Read More
#Xiao Zhan
#Wang Yibo
From TFBOYS’ Jackson Kee and Kerry Wang, to Fan Chengcheng and Wang Yibo, these leading men are making waves Read More
#Xiaohongshu
The popular social media app is becoming an all-purpose guide to life for young Chinese urbanites Read More
#Electronic Music
From dubby downtempo to club carnage, here’s what China’s DJs have been up to Read More
#Traditional Chinese Medicine
Whether in China or overseas, every Chinese family is bound to have these traditional remedies at home — how many do you recognize? Read More
#Best Chinese Music
#Music
#indie rock
#Electronic Music
Welcome cool weather with psychedelic epics, synth pop, and … desolate black metal Read More
#Wine
#Chinese wine
RADII chased the 2023 harvest across eight provinces, exploring the new vineyards transforming Chinese wine Read More