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Drawn Together
By connecting us through common emotions, comic books can help eliminate stereotypes and promote mutual understanding, says Chinese comic book artist Nie Jun
Full of Beans
China’s largest coffee production area is developing specialty blends that are gaining favor in and out of China
Deer to Us
Folk culture expert Li Qian explains why deer hold auspicious meanings in both Chinese and Western traditions
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Making a Mint
Coin collecting can be a lucrative business for those in the know, but how can amateurs get started without losing a fortune? Coin expert Guan Baixun gives his valuable insights
Money Makers
Just over 1,000 years ago, Sichuan issued the world’s first officially backed paper money. But what local conditions spurred this financial revolution, and how did traders cash in on the innovation?
Towering Sands
As China’s first desert natural heritage site, Badain Jaran Desert captivates the human imagination not only with its sand, but water, life and culture, says archeologist Ge Zhiyong