How Chinese social media is making sense of the first geopolitical shockwaves of 2026.
Andrew Methven's favorite Chinese phrases of the year, a special feature by RealTime Mandarin.
From top trends to platform scandals, these were the biggest online topics of the year.
Russian recruitment ads, China's censorship, and how Western media sometimes guess Beijing's stance by reading between the wrong lines.
Weibo, Wechat, Douyin, or Xiaohongshu? Understanding China’s top 10 social media platforms.
From 'Chinese Twitter' to digital dinosaur, the story of Weibo reflects the shifting dynamics of China’s online media landscape.
From ugly-cute rebellion to a new kind of 'C-pop,' the breakout success of Wakuku sheds light on Chinese consumer culture...
Behind the scandal at the China-Japan Friendship Hospital: the doctor, the trainee, and the letter that took over the Chinese...
“This man is doing God’s work. In just six hours, he eliminated all Western media propaganda about China,” Chinese influencer...
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.
After 90 days of silence, Hu Xijin is back on Weibo—but not everyone’s thrilled.
From stocks to memes, Chinese netizens turn Trump’s win into a blend of playful speculation and some serious debate.
The crackdown on Haitang Literature City has led to greater awareness of it, with Chinese netizens now paying closer attention to the repression of erotic content...
'Wanghong' was a mark of online fame; now, it’s increasingly tied to controversy and scandal.
Most netizens aren't buying the story about the Xiaoxitian bao'an allegedly "misunderstanding" his dismissal.
From tech-powered messaging to pop culture politics, China's propaganda has undergone a major transformation in the social media age.
After a Chinese blogger exposed the alarming presence of hidden cameras in hotels, public outrage and mistrust soared about privacy violations and the lack of accountability...
After the tragic death of young motorcyclist 'Shigao ProMax,' netizens criticize influencers for reckless riding in pursuit of followers and likes.
China's Golden Week, from October 1 to October 7, is one of the busiest times of the year for travel and sightseeing, with crowds surging across...
How Wuhan is shaking off its past with a new wave of innovation, the hot topics to know, and the Weibo catchphrase of the week: 'the...
'Land Rover Woman' is more than just the Chinese equivalent of the American 'Karen' meme. Understand why this viral story is shaking things up, and read...
China's standout moments, trending topics, and social media buzz from the 2024 Paralympics in Paris.
