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Category Archives: China
Are Chinese Going Green?
90 percent of Chinese people now understand the problem of global warming. . At least, that’s the conclusion of a recent survey by the Centre for China Climate Change Communication and Renmin University. It says more than 75 percent of people have expressed concern about the environment. But what do ordinary people think? We took […]
When I Grow Up – small kids in China think big
A new training centre for kids in Beijing, inspired by the city’s landmark. . Watch on Youtube or Youku
Faking it – the art of Chinese auctions
China’s art market is now the biggest in the world. In 2011 it generated 18 billion dollars. But success has attracted accusations of corruption. So how long can the good times last? . Watch the video on Youku Watch the video on YouTube
Chinese Kids Taste American Football
Sixty two countries have official American football teams. Yet the sport’s still not recognised as an Olympic competition. One man thinks he can change this by introducing the game to China. And he’s starting with kids as young as four.
Underground Music – pt2
. Every once in a while there’s room on the Beijing subway to move – and on very rare occasions, even play guitar…
US Election – Views from the Chinese Street
. It seems everyone has an opinion on the US election. But what do the Chinese think? Do they even care? We took to the streets of Beijing to find out.
A Diabolic Hobby
. The Chinese have been spinning diabolos for a thousand years. We visit a festival in Beijing to see what all the fuss is about.
Busking on Beijing Subway – pt1
Every once in a while there’s room on the Beijing subway to move around – and even play guitar, as this girl demonstrates.
Crazy Baking – a whole(meal) new meaning to hospital food…
16 million people in China suffer from mental illness. The government admits that resources to treat them are inadequate. So some charities are using their own innovative ways to improve the lives of patients.