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China Expands Drug Access, Insurance Coverage Under Reform Plan

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.

NEWS

During the latest Five-Year Plan, health authorities have sought to balance drug affordability and quality, as well as promote market stability and fairness.

In China’s Factory Belt, Workers Race to Survive the Robot Era

Articles that cut to the core of contemporary China. In-depth, informed, and carefully crafted, every piece is carried by the voices of the story’s participants.

FEATURES

A nationwide reskilling push aims to prepare industrial workers for automation, but the pace of change is testing both people and institutions.

As Debt Concerns Grow, China Halts Pension Loans for Farmers 

Several banks in rural China have suspended their targeted loan services amid concerns they were exacerbating debt among the financially vulnerable.

China Bans Unsafe Power Banks From Flights Amid Safety Fears

A surge in flight-related incidents involving overheating power banks has prompted China to ban non-certified batteries from domestic air travel.

Lead-Tainted Food Poisons 230 Kindergarten Children in NW China

Food at the private school contained more than 2,000 times the legal lead limit, triggering arrests and a sweeping probe into China’s worst kindergarten food safety case in years.

As China Cleans Its City Rivers, Locals Begin to Paddle Back In

In cities nationwide, dredged canals and reopened routes are drawing commuters, hobbyists, and influencers back to the water.

We Do: On China’s New Dating Apps, Parents Make the Match

As more young Chinese delay marriage, a new wave of dating platforms is giving parents the power to screen, filter, and initiate matches — often before their kids are even told.

300,000-Year-Old Tools in China Show Early Humans Dug for Plants

A team of Chinese scientists has discovered wooden tools in Yunnan province dating back approximately 300,000 years, shedding light on how early humans dug for plant-based foods.

Eating for Views: Rising Concerns Over Binge Eating Livestreams

Despite regulations and growing health warnings, China’s “big-stomach king” livestream trend continues to thrive, raising alarms about food waste and the potential dangers of excessive consumption.

Let it Go? China Curbs Ritual Releases of Sick, Invasive Wildlife

New rules aim to enhance ecological protection by curbing the undocumented release of wildlife — a common religious practice in some parts of the country.

Despite Rain, Dragon Boat Festival Drives Travel Across China

Millions joined holiday races and cultural events, as tourism platforms tracked rising demand for heritage experiences and short-haul getaways.

To Protect Small Sellers, China Moves to Limit E-Commerce Fees

Amid the annual 618 shopping festival, new draft rules propose more transparency on online platforms, as regulators respond to mounting complaints from merchants.

Play to Win: China Bets on Esports With $2 Million Tournament 

Held in Shanghai for the first time, the Asian Champions League drew thousands of players and fans from around the world.

Fun Factory: Why China’s Tourists Are Queuing Up at Assembly Lines

From car plants to breweries and even robot labs, companies are looking to capitalize on the growing interest in industrial tourism.

China’s Zhao Xintong Claims Historic World Snooker Title

After a 20-month suspension, the 28-year-old wildcard became the first Chinese and first amateur to win snooker’s most prestigious title.

China’s Delivery Wars Intensify as Alibaba Launches Taobao Flash

The new service promises steep discounts and 30-minute delivery across major categories, aiming to capture younger consumers and expand into lower-tier markets.

New Ride-Hailing Apps Bring Motorcycles to China’s Small Cities

Motorcycle ride-hailing services offer cheap, quick rides in smaller Chinese cities, but questions remain around safety rules and oversight.

Shanghai Adult Expo: Hugging Robots, Talking Dolls, Toys That Learn

The annual event underscored the growing intersection of technology and intimacy, featuring interactive products that adapt to user preferences.

Leisurely Learning: Bars and Hotels Become New Classrooms

University guesthouses and “academic bars” are attracting young Chinese urbanites seeking knowledge and deeper cultural experiences.

Chinese Firm Used Fake UN Website to Target Students: Xinhua 

Students were offered fake U.N. internships and awards for a fee, using copied websites and forged documents to appear legitimate.