Lu Feiran

Feature Reporter

What a year! We went from pandemic to a panoply of giant steps forward - China In Focus News

What a year! We went from pandemic to a panoply of giant steps forward

History will decide where 2023 fits into the tide of mankind, but we have some clues about how its contributions changed trajectories in often exciting ways.

2023-12-25 15:52 0

You can't speak Chinese? That no longer precludes you from enjoying city walking tours - China In Focus News

You can't speak Chinese? That no longer precludes you from enjoying city walking tours

A Chinese retiree has organized guided walks in Japanese that "connect the dots" of history and Shanghai's distinctive modern style.

2023-12-16 10:37 0

'To get rich, build roads first.' Or, in this case, a railroad that has become a lifeline in Kenya - China In Focus News

'To get rich, build roads first.' Or, in this case, a railroad that has become a lifeline in Kenya

The Nairobi-Mombasa railway, built by the Chinese, has improved transport for tourism and commerce. It stands as a model for eastern African modernization.

2023-12-13 22:55 0

Mayday, mayday! A pop band in some distress over lip-syncing allegations - China In Focus News

Mayday, mayday! A pop band in some distress over lip-syncing allegations

The verdict is still pending on whether the lead singer of the popular Taiwan band Mayday is guilty of violating Chinese law and not doing all his own singing on stage.

2023-12-12 14:37 0

Make yourself at home! Housing agent offers first city impressions for expats - China In Focus News

Make yourself at home! Housing agent offers first city impressions for expats

Jason Zhang from northwest Gansu Province has been helping expats find a home in Shanghai for 20 years and he concedes that they probably give expats the city's first impression.

2023-12-09 10:55 0

A touch of class – saying ni hao instead of 'hello' - China In Focus News

A touch of class – saying ni hao instead of 'hello'

Chinese language teacher combines linguistic education with appreciation of cultural diversity.

2023-12-02 20:44 0

Getting into the driver's seat is easy, getting a license is rigorous - China In Focus News

Getting into the driver's seat is easy, getting a license is rigorous

A driving school in Minhang District provides lessons in English for expats. Even with the language barrier overcome, it's no cakewalk.

2023-11-25 23:28 0

Feeling fit: a shop that suits customers to a T – as in Tina - China In Focus News

Feeling fit: a shop that suits customers to a T – as in Tina

A fabric market in Huangpu District is a favorite destination for locals and tourists alike looking for handmade garments.

2023-11-18 21:28 0

Tips for trips: 'Listen to me,' but with a dose of healthy skepticism - China In Focus News

Tips for trips: 'Listen to me,' but with a dose of healthy skepticism

The latest travel trend has netizens giving or soliciting suggestions on destination details. Not all may be what they seem.

2023-11-15 14:45 0

A cut above the rest: Local hairdresser specializes in expat coiffures - China In Focus News

A cut above the rest: Local hairdresser specializes in expat coiffures

The Martin & Jin salon is a favorite with foreigners living in Shanghai because it understands that not every strand of hair in the world is the same.

2023-11-11 14:13 0

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