Mao’s Enduring Shadow: China’s Last Maoist Villages Reflect a Complex Legacy Amidst Modern Challenges

The crimson flags adorning Nanjie village’s iconic "East is Red" Square hang limp in the oppressive summer heat, their vibrant red dulled by the stifling humidity. A sparse trickle of…

Hong Kong Book Fair Opens Amidst Shadow of Sedition Raids and Bookstore Bans

The annual Hong Kong Book Fair, a cultural cornerstone for the city’s bibliophiles, has officially opened its doors, drawing crowds to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. However, this…