Chinese online show spotlights women’s struggles through comedy

Singer Wang Ju (left) and TV host Shen Mengchen [China Daily]

China Daily | 14-Apr-2021 | By Xing Wen

Singer Wang Ju (left) and TV host Shen Mengchen [Photo provided to China Daily]. An online reality show that invites female celebrities to stage stand-up comedy performances has recently been aired on streaming site Mango TV, creating a platform for women’s self-expression. Continue reading “Chinese online show spotlights women’s struggles through comedy”

Ping-pong diplomacy 50 years on: How can China, U.S. rebuild goodwill?

Ping-pong diplomacy 50 years on [CGTN]
Ping-pong diplomacy 50 years on [CGTN]
CGTN | 13-Apr-2021 | Wang Xiaonan, Zeng Ziyi

Though diplomats engaging with each other is often considered a muted affair, the history of diplomacy is littered with great stories. Few can top the “ping-pong” diplomacy that kickstarted contemporary China-U.S. relations. Continue reading “Ping-pong diplomacy 50 years on: How can China, U.S. rebuild goodwill?”