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Timothée Chalamet charms fans, embraces Chinese culture, sells tofu, plays table tennis
Oscar-nominated Hollywood star charms fans on promotional trip by sampling spicy hotpot, enjoying Chinese tea.
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From owning US$580 to US$580 million, China school dropout builds business empire
12 Mar 2026 - 2:11PM
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Swede owns vehicle test centre in China’s Inner Mongolia; likely only foreigner there
10 Mar 2026 - 6:00PM
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China Qing era spawned female authors, poets, despite restrictions on women in arts
Like much of the world, China experienced a notable rise in women authorship during the 19th century, with three poets making a particularly profound impact.
9 Mar 2026 - 1:21PM
The Qing era saw a rise in female authors, particularly poets, despite widespread restrictions on women in the arts. Photo: SCMP composite/Wikipedia/legacyprojectchicago.org
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Wife of renowned China director Zhang Yimou remains largely unknown to public
Independent mother of three, who rarely appears on red carpet with husband, does ballet, appears on stage with her dancing daughter.
8 Mar 2026 - 9:22AM
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China actress, 75, sparks debate playing teen, kissing much younger actor in TV drama
Gender equality activist questions if same criticism would arise if a male actor 30 years older than his female co-star took on similar role.
4 Mar 2026 - 6:00PM
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China entrepreneur, abandoned as child, owns fashion brand with US$36 million sales
Driven woman who came from parents who rarely remembered her name, dumped her on a mountainside, tells young women ‘there is hope’.
1 Mar 2026 - 9:00AM
Despite a difficult childhood in a large family that favoured sons, Huang Xuanni established a highly successful e-commerce fashion brand. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo/RedNote
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China cabby drives foreign influencers on 4,000-km trip sees snow for first time
‘Grass roots’ taxi driver experiences host of ‘firsts’ during ‘trip of a lifetime’; pledges to take his family travelling when he has enough money.
21 Feb 2026 - 4:00PM
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Taiwan singer visits over 100 mainland China cities to help farmers sell produce
Entertainer renowned for romantic songs takes love to a new level with his charitable work; earns plaudits for his ‘noble’ personality.
17 Feb 2026 - 4:09PM
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Chinese woman, 30, earning US$140,000 a month running marketing firm retires
Deng says she has had strong business instinct from young age; opened store selling educational products after university graduation.
13 Feb 2026 - 2:08PM
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China buzzes as Quan Hongchan named Sports Person of the Year, makes magazine debut
Nation’s Olympic diving darling marks her move into adulthood by showcasing photographs which cast her in a new light.
12 Feb 2026 - 2:00PM
The Chinese internet is buzzing with excitement over Quan Hongchan being named Sports Person of the Year and featuring on a magazine cover with other Chinese stars and celebrities. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo/Xinhua
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China official dies after horse riding accident filming publicity clip for local agriculture
Trend-setting woman nicknamed the ‘most valiant culture and tourism director’ inspired others to follow in her footsteps.
11 Feb 2026 - 6:43PM
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Stars with names sounding like Chinese character for horse gain popularity in China
Names hold deep significance in Chinese culture, symbolising hope, luck, and prosperity, especially during the Lunar New Year.
10 Feb 2026 - 2:36PM
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Silver surfers: how China ‘granfluencers’ steal spotlight, taking over social media
Some firms managing granfluencers exploit young people’s compassion by scheduling late-night live-streams for seniors to encourage tipping.
8 Feb 2026 - 4:32PM
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Cultural currents: how ‘Becoming Chinese’ trend is transforming Western lifestyles
Although trend may not persist indefinitely, cultural imitation driven by digital platforms will resurface time and again, expert says.
24 Feb 2026 - 1:37PM
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Some experts believe that the “Becoming Chinese” trend is a phenomenon that highlights a growing disillusionment among some non-Chinese individuals with their own societal norms. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/RedNote
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China ‘most capable waitress’ begins career at top hotpot chain; is overseas unit CEO
‘Loyal’ lowly restaurant worker makes meteoric rise to top of corporate career ladder; leads projects to boost company profits, takes chain global.
6 Feb 2026 - 9:36PM
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China celebrity known for photo of chubby face, scornful looks is unemployed
Short-lived online sensation who spawned internet memes including the Mona Lisa, Marilyn Monroe reveals his life out of the spotlight.
5 Feb 2026 - 2:00PM
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Story of China woman and wolf son gains renewed fame, gets 2.8 billion views online
Touching journey back to the wild of a rescued cub which grew up among humans and dogs leaves animal’s ‘mother’ in tears.
5 Feb 2026 - 9:00AM
A Chinese woman and her adopted wolf “son” have gained renewed fame recently with the resurgence of the documentary “Return to the Wolf Pack” this year. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo
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China retail chain boss rescues man by pulling car from freezing river, earning high praise
Despite numerous health problems, 60-year-old entrepreneur ventures into icy water to pull stricken vehicle and its owner to safety.
4 Feb 2026 - 6:00PM
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China ‘Godmum of sexual intelligence’ earns US$3.5 million teaching women flirtation
Former banker teaches seduction techniques, alluring body movements; is accused of pandering to men at expense of women’s dignity.
1 Feb 2026 - 9:00AM
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Hong Kong producer aims to work till 100, criticised for urging late retirement
As vice-chairman of China Star Entertainment, Chen has played a pivotal role in launching the careers of superstars like Andy Lau.
31 Jan 2026 - 2:00PM
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Li Yapeng, ex-husband of Cantopop queen, goes from ‘greasy uncle’ to ‘hero’ after funding appeal
Serial ‘loser’ in business undergoes a reputational rejuvenation; is hailed as a ‘philanthropist’ after helping treat kids with birth defects.
30 Jan 2026 - 2:00PM
Li Yapeng, the ex-husband of Cantopop queen Faye Wong, has been burdened with a US$6 million debt, prompting him to lead a frugal lifestyle. Photo: SCMP composite/Xinhua/Douyin
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Why tech billionaires enjoy rock star treatment in China compared to the US
From personal foibles to that particular look or ability to charm, the business success of global moguls can rest on setting a narrative.
29 Jan 2026 - 2:13PM
Artificial intelligence
‘Teach our children well’: Jack Ma urges changes to China’s education in AI era
China’s educators must teach students to ask thousands of good questions, rather than give the same correct answer, Ma says.
28 Jan 2026 - 7:00PM
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‘Who’s he?’ China vendor unfazed after receiving lai see from Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang
‘AI Godfather’ impresses shoppers with his ‘kind, friendly’ manner; distributes oranges he bought to happy company staff.
27 Jan 2026 - 6:00PM
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