What's been trending on Weibo and beyond? I doomscrolled Chinese social media so you don’t have to.
From shifting sentiments on Zelensky to a renewed focus on Taiwan, recent geopolitical developments have sparked noteworthy takes from Chinese online commentators.
"We should tell Li Jingjing to come home. Risking your life on the battlefield for Russia is not worth it!"
PART OF THIS TEXT COMES FROM THE WEIBO WATCH PREMIUM NEWSLETTER Over the past few weeks, the Chinese blockbuster Ne Zha 2 has been trending...
The impact of Ne Zha 2 goes beyond box office figures—yet, in the end, it’s the numbers that matter most.
Everyone’s talking about Ne Zha 2—from in-depth online analyses to the booming market surrounding the film.
Weibo, Wechat, Douyin, or Xiaohongshu? Understanding China’s top 10 social media platforms.
FROM THE WEIBO WATCH PREMIUM NEWSLETTER The death of Barbie Hsu (徐熙媛) has sent shockwaves across Chinese social media. Her unexpected passing, along with the circumstances...
How did the trendy and cute "China Chic" cartoon image come to symbolize questionable takeout food in China?
With Weibo now 15 years old, we asked Sinologist Wichmann about its evolving role in shaping public opinion, its key moments, and whether it can remain...
FROM THE WEIBO WATCH PREMIUM NEWSLETTER Is Chinese game sensation ‘Black Myth Wukong’ making a jump from gaming screens to the CMG Spring Festival Gala? There’s...
As American 'TikTok Refugees' flock to China's Xiaohongshu (Rednote), their encounter with 'Li Hua' strikes a chord in divided times.
From 'Chinese Twitter' to digital dinosaur, the story of Weibo reflects the shifting dynamics of China’s online media landscape.
From quirky potatoes to low-key vibes, we uncover 10 buzzwords that shaped China's cultural and social landscape in 2024.
A doctor in Tai'an faced resistance when she tried to report a 12-year-old girl's HPV case. She then turned to social media instead.
This is why Bu Xiaohua’s 13-year disappearance became such a major topic of discussion on Chinese social media.
The story of the Chinese MA graduate, Ms. Bu, who disappeared in 2011 brings back memories of the Xuzhou mother of eight, who was later revealed...
China's end-of-year movie hit, Her Story, is sparking debates and highlighting the rising influence of Chinese female directors.
After realizing domestic sanitary pads were literally falling short, Chinese netizens are demanding greater awareness and improvements in long-overlooked issues of quality, affordability, and societal attitudes...
The Kaifeng cycling craze revealed more than just the adventurous spirit of Chinese students.
