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China’s Scenic Spots Chase Views. Travelers Want the Real Ones.

Timely reports on issues and events from across China. Drawing on a vast range of sources, these succinct articles provide insights into the significance of each issue in a wider context.

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For years, scenic spots and historical sites have capitalized on online trends and “check-in” culture, leading to what tourists describe as “tacky” aesthetics. After the backlash, sites are changing their tune.

Gaokao Results Trigger Wave of College Admissions Scams

Worried that their children may not apply to the right schools, parents are enlisting application consultants for help — and getting scammed.

Bot for Profit: Can China’s Top AI App Convince Users to Pay?

China’s most popular chatbot has announced new subscription plans, marking a turning point for the country’s AI industry as companies look to convert massive user bases into revenue.

Fake Tests, Hidden Ads: China Targets Review Influencers

After years of complaints about disguised ads and rigged product tests, regulators are tightening oversight of the online review industry.

Marrying at This Chinese University Comes With a Diamond Ring

The Harbin Institute of Technology has put on an annual wedding for doctoral students and their partner for over a decade. In recent years, participants have received lab-grown diamond rings.