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Crockery fit for a king demonstrates Russia's evolution

2024-11-22 12:18

The exhibition, which runs until March 16, will open visitors' eyes to the gastronomic evolution of Russian over the centuries, through the artistry of the tableware, paintings and other objects used by the czars.

Chinese artist to show his latest 'yy' series in Italy

2024-11-22 12:13

For the past four years, Cai Wanlin has toured with yy, a character he launched in 2020 in paintings and sculptures at home and abroad. The boy-like image aimed to evoke a resonance among the audience for presenting an atmosphere of loneliness, uncertainties but one who also has the guts to pursue dreams.

Awaiting the first snowfall

2024-11-22 08:50

Xiaoxue, or Minor Snow, will see temperatures dropping below zero in most northern regions, leading to dry conditions, but it's the perfect time for tailoring cured and marinated delicacies.

Comedian gag sparks gender debate

2024-11-22 08:11

Last month, major online Chinese shopping platform JD.com announced on its official social media account that it would discontinue its collaboration with controversial female stand-up comedian Yang Li for its Singles Day shopping carnival that fell on Nov 11. The move came in response to protests lodged by shoppers in social media posts in which many asked for a refund or said they would uninstall the JD app and never use it again.

Buyi becomes big in Japan

2024-11-22 08:07

Buyi is constantly on the road. Every spring and autumn, the rock band goes on tour covering around 50 cities at a time. They perform an average of four gigs a week with back-to-back shows from Fridays to Sundays in addition to appearances at music festivals and multi-band concerts.

AI language model hopes to preserve metropolis' local dialect

2024-11-22 07:57

A team of researchers at Shanghai University has unveiled an artificial intelligence language model designed to help preserve and promote the native Shanghai dialect. Named Xiao Hu, the model is capable of speech recognition, text-to-speech conversion, and dialogue between the Shanghai dialect and Mandarin Chinese.

Chinese culture sparkles in French jewelry

2024-11-22 07:43

A dialogue between fine jewelry and ancient Chinese culture is taking place at the exhibition Cartier, the Power of Magic at Shanghai Museum East from Nov 6 to Feb 17.

Bark pictures add layer of good fortune

2024-11-22 07:33

Under Li Yanhong's expert touch, rough birch bark is meticulously peeled off before being separated into up to 40 layers, each of a different tint. Switching between a pair of scissors and a carving knife, the artisan from Bailang town, Arxan in the Inner Mongolia autonomous region, adeptly cuts, folds, pastes, twists and carves the paper-thin layers into different shapes and sizes.

Chinese teen's sci-fi art series showcased in Las Vegas

2024-11-21 16:11

The Playpower Collection, an innovative art series by 19-year-old Chinese artist Chen Yanran and her studio Accro Studio, was presented at ComplexCon 2024 in Las Vegas over the weekend. The event marked the international debut of the collection, which is inspired by the animated IP WaarWorld.

Deal to help Chinese music expand global reach

2024-11-21 16:07

A landmark strategic distribution agreement was announced by the Universal Music Greater China, a division of the world-leading music company, Universal Music Group, and China's top independent music label, Modern Sky, on Nov 20.

'Kunlun-Legends of the East' launches its first virtual digital space

2024-11-21 16:05

Relying on the brand of "Kunlun", "Cloud Qiang Village" virtual digital space innovates in visual expression, integrating modern design and technological innovation to break through the limitations of time, space, and geography.

Distance no longer barrier to devotion of Chinese fans

2024-11-21 07:58

NANJING — On a crisp, breezy evening in Tianjin, a young couple strolled back to their hotel, their steps light, and their hearts brimming with joy. Softly, they hummed infectious tunes from the electrifying concert they had just attended by G.E.M. They had traveled from Beijing to attend their favorite pop star's show.

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