Stories

Jack, an American in China, did a sidequest challenging a local pool shark in rural Guizhou, China. Jack left some pu'er tea but they were quick to parry, gifting Jack tea leaves in return.

"Left-behind children" in China are kids who grow up in rural regions while their parents live or work in the city. Jack Mullinkosson, a US content creator in China, met Luo Yang Yang while biking in rural Guizhou. He invited Jack in for lunch.

Want to hike in China’s wilderness but don’t know where to begin? Our Host @kyleobermann breaks down how to find China’s best trails.

Remember when RedNote, the Chinese app, suddenly became the #1 app in the U.S.? That hype faded fast after the TikTok ban scare last year. But some users stuck around, building real friendships across the globe, and it all started with cat pics.

Art Basel CEO Noah Horowitz emphasizes Hong Kong’s role as Asia’s leading art market, driven by strong global connectivity, ease of trade, and deep partnerships with local cultural and business communities.

Art Basel CEO Noah Horowitz discusses how the creative world is navigating AI, NFTs, and digital practices through Art Basel’s “Zero 10” initiative. In this interview with our Host James Chau, Horowitz reflects on Art Basel’s role in bringing global communities together through art, even in times of uncertainty.j

Art Basel CEO Noah Horowitz explores how the organization is responding to a rapidly shifting landscape, from AI and digital art to geopolitical uncertainty and evolving global markets. Speaking with our Host James Chau, Horowitz frames Art Basel as both a marketplace and a meeting point: one that connects communities, supports discovery, and underscores Hong Kong’s continued role as a central hub in the global art ecosystem.

Want to go to China visa-free? Here’s how.

If you’re interested in a fully-funded, elite graduate degree from one of China’s top universities, you’ve probably heard of the Schwarzman Scholars and Yenching Academy Programs. But how do you choose? Our host @kyleobermann spoke with representatives from each program to see just how different they are and was surprised by what he discovered.

Jennifer Holstein speaks with everyday Chinese and Americans living in China to explore perceptions and perspectives on each other.