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Horse Idioms in New Year Messages
Three idioms containing the word “horse” used in New Year messages and their real-life significance.
Ancient People Slept Romantically Too
Ancient people turned sleep into a poetic way of living.
Four Little Mice Prepare for Space
Introducing the plan to send mice into space aboard a spacecraft to study how the space environment affects living organisms.
Differences Between New Year’s Eve in China and Japan
A comparison of how New Year’s Eve is celebrated in China and Japan, highlighting different cultural focuses.
A Warm Gesture: Returning the Wedding Gift Money
A story about a woman in Hangzhou who returned gift money, making her friendship feel lighter and more genuine.
A New Journey for Old School Uniforms
The story of how old clothes are recycled, sent to Africa, and reused in new ways.
Do Sweets Make Your Eyes Tired?
Explains how too many sweets may affect vision and offers simple tips.
How Do Milk Tea Bags Become “Treasures”?
The phenomenon of milk tea packaging bags being collected and resold on second-hand platforms.
Pet Frog Causes a Dining Misunderstanding
A woman brought her pet frog into a restaurant, and it was mistaken for an ingredient, leading to a funny incident.
The Red Envelope Surprise at a Shunde Wedding
Northern guests are surprised that Shunde weddings don’t take red envelopes, only fold a corner for good luck.
The ‘Hand-Eaten Rice’ Incident on the Metro
An Indian passenger eating hand-eaten rice on the Shenzhen metro sparked heated discussion; officials emphasized equal treatment and cultural respect.
WeChat’s New Features Are Here!
WeChat has released three new features, making chatting more convenient and earning praise from users.
Average Life Expectancy in China Reaches 79 Years
The average life expectancy in China has risen to 79 years, and the elderly population has exceeded 300 million.
Young People Popularize 'Renting for Travel'
More and more young people choose to rent items like cameras and drones when traveling.
Drone Hovering Outside a Window Raises Privacy Concerns
A drone hovering near residential windows sparks discussions about privacy and legality.
Why Are 'Low-Cost Tours' Dangerous?
An incident in Thailand where tourists were threatened by illegal tour guides has drawn public attention.
Li Ruotong Suspected of Passport Fraud
At 59, Li Ruotong was mistaken by Thai customs for having a fake passport because she looked so young.
The Flavor Map of China: Sweet South, Salty North
Exploring the geographic and historical roots of the Chinese saying 'sweet in the south, salty in the north; spicy in the east, sour in the west.'
The 'Feeding Disaster' at the Zoo
During the National Day holiday, tourists fed animals irresponsibly, causing illnesses and sparking reflection.
The Fake Ticket Scandal at Jay Chou’s Concert
Fake tickets and forced entry incidents occurred at Jay Chou’s concert, leading to police involvement.
Spring and Autumn School Holidays Arrive for Primary and Secondary Students! What Do Parents Think?
Zhejiang has taken the lead in introducing spring and autumn holidays in all primary and secondary schools, sparking parents’ reflections on education and vacations.
Miracle Survival on the Snow Mountain
A man fell off a cliff and, after three days, climbed back to base camp with his bare hands; he is still being treated for frostbite.
The Auspicious and Inauspicious Codes in Numbers
Unveiling the cultural reasons why Chinese people favor the number 8 and avoid the number 4.
The 'Invisible' Her Helped Me See the World
How visually impaired PhD Huang Ying changes stereotypes through her actions.
Elder Refuses to Sell Masks for Ten Million
An inheritor of intangible cultural heritage safeguards cultural roots, refusing a high-priced purchase from a Japanese buyer.
Reduplications Make Chinese More Lively
Exploring the charm of Chinese reduplications, from '红红火火' to '马马虎虎'.
Measure Words: Nouns’ Exclusive Partners
Learning how measure words work in Chinese to make numerical expressions more accurate and natural.
Will WeChat Accounts Disappear?
If an account is inactive for a long time, it may be reclaimed and Moments content will also be deleted.
Rooms in the House
李芳 shows 小美 around the different rooms in the house and helps her learn vocabulary about furniture.
Concerns Raised Over Fireworks Display in Tibet
Villagers on the plateau worry that fireworks displays will harm the environment and threaten the survival of local plants and animals.
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