Rainforests are hotbeds of species richness around the world. And among China’s sweeping canopies, we can learn so much about our world. Our Nature Contributor Kyle Obermann explores the China-Laos border, where conservationists from both sides are working together.

Extreme sports range from skydiving to mountain ziplines. But in China, villagers in poor and hard-to-reach areas have been using thick cables and a pulley system to cross rivers for years. It's a tiring and precarious journey. Our Host James Chau explores the consequences and how bridges have replaced ropes — bringing human hope and economic inclusion.

Many people know that China is the birthplace of fireworks. But did you know that their use dates back more than 1000 years to the Tang and Song dynasties? Today, fireworks light up the skies for all kinds of celebrations, from holidays, to baseball games, and even weddings. Our Host James Chau looks back at the history of fireworks, and tells the story of their evolution and place in global culture.