#History Exploring The Soong Sisters, Their Famous Marriages and Getting Their Story Right Jung Chang's latest book promises a fresh take on the story of the Soong Sisters but ultimately falls short Read More
#History Empires of Disease: Why the Coronavirus is Such an Emotional Issue for China and the World The coronavirus outbreak in Wuhan has morphed into a global panic. China's past suggests why epidemics are such an emotional issue Read More
#History The Rat Pack: History’s Notorious Rats A look at some of history and present day's famous rats - from Scarlett Johansson to polynational pirate Koxinga Read More
#US-China Relations Reading Joel Stein in Beijing Or: How I Learned to Stop Being an Elitist Dick and Start Listening to Other People Read More
#History Historical Chinese Figures You Should Know: 1,000 Years of Sima Guang The writings of the Song Dynasty scholar still resonate today Read More
#Film “Midway” Relegates Real Chinese Story in Favor of CGI and C-List Stars There is a real story to tell about how Chinese civilians and soldiers assisted US airmen after the Doolittle Raid - but "Midway" ain't it Read More
#History The Incredible True Story Behind “Midway”: An Audacious American WWII Raid and the Price China Paid How brave Chinese villagers helped save the crew behind a daring US raid against Japan Read More
#opera Mei Lanfang: A Tribute to China’s First Global Superstar on the 125th Anniversary of His Birth The Peking Opera performer was famous for his portrayal of the dan role, the elegant female archetypes Read More