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Zoey Zhang
Reporter, People and Culture
Zoey Zhang is a multimedia reporter who covers ranges of topics including China culture, education, social trends, and Asian human interest stories. She previously interned with the Post on the video desk over the winter of 2022-2023. She holds a master’s degree in Journalism from the University of Hong Kong.
Zoey Zhang is a multimedia reporter who covers ranges of topics including China culture, education, social trends, and Asian human interest stories. She previously interned with the Post on the video desk over the winter of 2022-2023. She holds a master’s degree in Journalism from the University of Hong Kong.
Areas of Expertise:
Culture, societyLanguages Spoken:
English, Mandarin
While being plump had a place in China’s history, extreme diets, constricting clothes formed part of nation’s centuries-old desire for slimness.
Jane Zhang concert, Art Week Shenzhen and French musical Don Juan also coming to Shenzhen, Macau and Guangzhou in March, April and May 2026.
Entrepreneurial youngster juggles schoolwork with mapping out business strategies, dealing with suppliers; online observers tip her for the top.
Poised, confident senior officer adopts role of ‘evil instructor’ on board; is also known for her ‘caring’ attitude towards crew members.
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Story of kitten in a pet carrier containing clean food bowls left by owner no longer physically able to care for it moves millions online.
Globe trotting, ‘clear-minded, confident’ 9-year-old faces down equestrian coaches; says she has recorded evidence to prove mounts are dangerous.
‘Cheerful’ centenarian with sharp eyesight, nimble hands still mend shoes and socks; values family harmony above all else.
Oscar-nominated Hollywood star charms fans on promotional trip by sampling spicy hotpot, enjoying Chinese tea.
Liu Huiping rents his home instead of buying as he believes his wealth should not be inherited by his descendants.
Young people shun sharing feelings, fears with family or friends, turn to virtual spaces, which experts warn could erode real human contact.
From prison terms to the lash, punishments for laziness at work were harsh centuries ago when emperors and farmhands faced similar pressures.
Condoms made from dried fish maw, hanging women upside down, pregnancy prevention was a dangerous business for women in dynastic times.
Thoughtful 10-year-old saves up her lai see money then hands it to migrant worker mum and dad as they prepare to leave home.
‘Best friends’ rent flat together after abusive marriages to men; story sheds light on country’s long history of ‘collective’ female living.
Lingering ‘idle men’ who hung about outside restaurants preceded today’s delivery drivers; others had their food sent using sedan chairs.
Lucrative find in slaughtered quacker comes under scrutiny as doubts emerge about bird’s ability to digest precious metal.
Gender equality activist questions if same criticism would arise if a male actor 30 years older than his female co-star took on similar role.
Romantic businessman receives congratulations along the way, thanks fellow road users amid country’s congested New Year traffic.
Feisty youngster stands up to adult relatives, says he will financially support auntie if no match found; internet users dub him a ‘warrior’.
Driven woman who came from parents who rarely remembered her name, dumped her on a mountainside, tells young women ‘there is hope’.
Major ceremony takes place in area considered the cradle of Chinese ritual culture; critics say patriarchal spectacle is ‘antiquated’.
Sex reassignment surgery recipient who faces problems using women’s facilities because of her size says she wants to slim down, wear miniskirts.
Under-pressure youth seek ‘emotional and spiritual comfort’ by snapping up strange products online; experts warn goods could distort reality.
Rich feline history which saw emperors laud the animals and poets wax lyrical about them precedes popularity of today’s household pet.
AI-generated before and after images posted online raise fears about promoting risky procedures; warping youngsters ideas about beauty.
Young people are turning their backs on parties, fashion and fine dining in hope of finding ‘the good life’ by embracing simplicity.
Devotees of historical figures make pilgrimages to ancient sites to pay tribute, but concerns mount over environmental pollution.
29-year-old whose hometown is known for its lightweight wood says she has no business fears because ‘people die every day’.
Stung by online critics who accuse her of neglect over morning meal choices, woman gets creative with bizarre line-up of dishes.
