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In China, compound surnames are rare and valued. Once over a thousand existed, but now fewer than a hundred remain. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock

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Compound Chinese surnames come from historic figures, ancient states; fewer than 100 remain

From celebrities to ordinary folk, millions of Chinese have such family names, which are considered rare and precious.

Chinese woman whose dog was poisoned to death by neighbour, sacrifices job for cause

Chinese woman spits blood on train, receives US$58,000 in donations after viral video

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Why ‘dung collector’ was a highly lucrative profession in ancient China

Faeces from wealthy commanded higher price due to superior diet as door-to-door ‘night soil’ gatherers sold human waste to farmers.

In ancient China, the profession of “dung collector” was highly lucrative, with fierce competition to gather “night soil.” Photo: SCMP composite/Baidu/Sohu
In ancient China, the profession of “dung collector” was highly lucrative, with fierce competition to gather “night soil.” Photo: SCMP composite/Baidu/Sohu

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Chinese man blasts ghost stories for 10 hours daily to retaliate against neighbour

Vengeful resident blares ‘ghostly mountain sounds’ through dividing wall, tries to evade penalties by keeping decibel level within legal limits.

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Chinese man uses septic tank trucks on wedding day; bride embraces unique choice

Husband-to-be says while his job might be ‘dirty and smelly’, the money he earns is clean; bride agrees with unusual arrangement.

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China youth flock to TCM bars for ‘prescription cocktails’ amid ‘punk wellness’ trend

Younger generation embrace notion of ‘wrecking yourself while saving yourself’ by drinking concoctions of booze and herbs.

Young Chinese consumers are flocking to Traditional Chinese Medicine bars where they can enjoy so-called prescription cocktails reflecting the rise of a “punk wellness” lifestyle. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote
Young Chinese consumers are flocking to Traditional Chinese Medicine bars where they can enjoy so-called prescription cocktails reflecting the rise of a “punk wellness” lifestyle. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote

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Furry farewells: pet spirit money, luxury funeral ceremonies take China by storm

Influenced by humanisation of pets and desire for emotional connection, pet services are increasingly mirroring human customs.

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China woman clings to truck to follow husband; man threatens divorce after male doctor examines wife

Dentist to rescue over stuck ring; woman in truck protest over ‘cheating’ husband; jealous man rages at male doctor who saw wife’s genitals.

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China ‘immersive’ fun buses see rise of mobile venues for karaoke, films, dim sum

Innovative public transport twist even sees some buses become hairdressing salons; fans say trend turns exhausting commute into adventure.

”City buses” in southern Chinese cities are transforming into mobile entertainment venues, appealing to young consumers who crave immersive experiences during their travels. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote

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Japan solo dining chain gains popularity in China; lengthy wait times lead to scalpers

Mainland diners seek out eating outlets which block the prying eyes of strangers; offer complete isolation to enjoy ‘private moments’.

Sushiro, Japan’s solo dining sushi chain, has surged in popularity in mainland China, causing waiting times to exceed five hours and people to pay scalpers for queue spots to cut waiting time. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote
Sushiro, Japan’s solo dining sushi chain, has surged in popularity in mainland China, causing waiting times to exceed five hours and people to pay scalpers for queue spots to cut waiting time. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote

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Why Empress Cixi and people in ancient China used animal faeces in beauty routines

Cixi reportedly incorporated human breast milk into beauty routine to maintain youthful look.

People & Culture

How emperors and nobles kept warm without quilts during winter in ancient China

While the rich luxuriated using women, dogs, cats to fight off freezing temperatures, the poor slept in manure heaps and death was common.

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China influencer gets a million followers in 2 weeks by sharing home-renting tips

Highly practical content creator wows people with simple advice about deceptive property ads, avoiding flat-finding pitfalls.

A Chinese influencer amassed over a million followers in just two weeks by sharing tips on how to rent a home. Photo: Shutterstock

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Chinese mum leaves son, 6, in hotel for more than 2 weeks; staff act as carers

Abandoned youngster tells returning mother that he is ‘a little man who can take care of himself’; cleaner who cared for him is left in tears.

Staff cared for a six-year-old boy in China after his mother left him alone at a hotel for more than two weeks. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Baidu
Staff cared for a six-year-old boy in China after his mother left him alone at a hotel for more than two weeks. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Baidu

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China ‘city work’ dating trend promotes love on the move as couples earn extra cash

Young people in China view food delivery as a hybrid form of dating, offering light physical activity that can alleviate stress and fatigue.

Gender & Diversity

China ‘left-behind aunties’, or senior girl group, get popular for charm, dancing

Lonely, disconnected elderly women find social links, confidence and an army of online fans with their joyous online routines.

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People & Culture

Indonesian wife, 24, surprised husband, 62, was groom at event she attended at 9

After a young Indonesian woman married a much older man who had wed twice before, she realised they had met at one of his other nuptials when she was a child.

A 19-year-old Indonesian woman finds out after marrying a man aged 57, that she attended a previous wedding of his when she was just nine years old. Photo: SCMP composite/QQ.com
A 19-year-old Indonesian woman finds out after marrying a man aged 57, that she attended a previous wedding of his when she was just nine years old. Photo: SCMP composite/QQ.com

China Personalities

Profile | Mystery Chinese woman steals show at 2024 Cannes Film Festival, but who is she?

A mystery woman from China, who stole the show on the red carpet at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, has been revealed to be a rich online influencer and wife of a famous mainland musician.

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Singaporean influencer becomes grandmother at 34, jokes that she ‘inspired’ son

A popular online influencer in Singapore who has become a grandmother at the age of 34 has pledged to support and guide her 17-year-old son.

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Man has child by surrogate without telling family as he wants to be grandfather

A 50-something woman in China was shocked to find a baby in her home when she got in from work one day, and that the child belonged to her husband who had hired a surrogacy agency without telling her.

A man had secretly hired a surrogacy agency to get a baby girl after his only daughter told him she did not want to have children. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock
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