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WEBSixth Tone is an online publication that produces informed and insightful content on contemporary China. Like an additional tone to the five of Mandarin Chinese, Sixth Tone offers a new voice to coverage of China, placing the emphasis on the human element of every story. Through in-depth features, up-to-the-minute reports on emerging issues, and illuminating contributions from guest writers ...
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FEATURES - Sixth Tone
WEBArticles that cut to the core of contemporary China. In-depth, informed, and carefully crafted, every piece is carried by the voices of the story’s participants. China’s First Suona Ph.D. Is Ready for Her Solo.
ABOUT US - Sixth Tone
WEBABOUT US. There are five tones in Mandarin Chinese. When it comes to coverage of China, Sixth Tone believes there is room for other voices that go beyond buzzwords and headlines to tell the uncommon stories of common people. Through fresh takes on trending topics, in-depth features, and illuminating contributions, Sixth Tone covers issues from ...
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WEBTranslations, cross-publications, and collaborative projects from Sixth Tone’s external partners. Journey of Ink: How Chinese Art Built a French Museum. Oct 02 · The Paper. A Brutal Stabbing in a Quiet District Leaves Shenzhen Reeling. Sep 27 · Jiefang Daily.
The All-Too Complicated History of Simplified Chinese - #SixthTone
WEBThe All-Too Complicated History of Simplified Chinese. Often portrayed as the result of a revolutionary pro-literacy movement, many “simplified” characters have existed for hundreds of years. By Liu Yuli. Jan 16, 2023 5 -min read # history # podcast. Liu Yuli Type designer Liu Yuli is a type designer and a cofounder of the design studio ...
The Real Lives of America’s Chinese Masseuses - #SixthTone
WEBThe Real Lives of America’s Chinese Masseuses. The recent mass shooting in Atlanta has highlighted the vulnerability of Asian women who work in American massage parlors. But they face systematic oppression as well as individual hate. Zhou Shuxuan Scholar Zhou Shuxuan is a feminist scholar and one of the organizers of the Massage Parlor ...
VOICES & OPINION | Sixth Tone
WEBContributions from individuals with unique perspectives to share. Hear from everyone, from experts and commentators to those whose voices are often marginalized. Unraveling the Mysteries of Life in China’s Ancient Capital. Oct 04 · Wu Haiyun.
China’s Biggest Influencer Pushes a New Message: Buy Chinese
WEBNow, China’s top influencer has a new message for his viewers — and it’s bad news for global brands. He’s urging shoppers to buy more Chinese products. “I hope … to let consumers know that ‘made in China’ is very powerful,” says Li, speaking with Sixth Tone inside his studio in downtown Shanghai. “We are not second to any ...
Chinese TV Drama Sheds Light on Anti-Corruption - #SixthTone
WEBChinese TV Drama Sheds Light on Anti-Corruption. “The Knockout” makes a rare attempt at critically examining the root of several ills that plague society. A Chinese police television drama has won praise from viewers for its portrayal of gang-related crimes and corruption, a long-standing social issue that has been the target of authorities ...