

Vivian Wang
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Why is Ye, Formerly Kanye West, Doing a Show in China?
The provocative artist once known as Kanye West has received approval that was denied to Maroon 5 and Bon Jovi. China’s economic woes might be...

Traveling to China? Here’s What to Know.
China has been rolling out new visa-free programs and promising to make travel easier for foreigners. But challenges remain.

China Appears to Backpedal From Video Gaming Crackdown
A proposal to tighten restrictions on online video games disappeared from a regulator’s website, weeks after the plan prompted a sell-off in tech stocks.

For China’s Jobless Young People, Hostels Are the Place to Be
Chinese backpacker hostels offering bunk beds for a few dollars a night have become hubs for the anxiety and ambitions of job-seeking youth.

China’s Economic Outlook: Pep Talks Up Top, Gloom on the Ground
Beijing has characterized concerns about the economic slowdown as being inflated by Western critics. Widespread anxiety and pessimism paint a different picture.

Comedy, Music and Uncle Roger Are China’s Latest Crackdown Targets
Performances across the country were canceled last week after Beijing began investigating a stand-up comedian.

Inside the Barbecue City That Is China’s Hottest Tourist Destination
Zibo has become a social media star for its distinctive barbecue style. Now the city is overrun with visitors.

The Shining Promise and Dashed Dreams of China’s Live Shopping Craze
Star sellers can amass huge followings and eye-popping fortunes, through a format that mixes consumerism and entertainment. But competition is fierce, and the government is...

China Drops Covid P.C.R. Test Rule for Inbound Travelers
It was not clear, however, whether travelers would still be required to take antigen tests.

China to Drop Covid Quarantine for Incoming Travelers
From Jan. 8, visitors will be required to show only a negative P.C.R. test taken within 48 hours. The restrictions had cut the country off...