2 周 4 天 ago
An all-female repair business is challenging gender norms in China and catering to a growing population of single women seeking safety and comfort at home. We spoke to Ray Hou, who quit her office job to become a professional handywoman, about what motivated her to start a new career.
Isabelle Qian, Ben Laffin, Aaron Byrd and Qilai Shen
2 周 4 天 ago
For many young Chinese, the relentless pressure to succeed has given way to a new minimalist lifestyle known as lying flat. We followed Tom Jia, a popular influencer who left his demanding job in Shenzhen to travel across China in search of the country’s most affordable — and least stressful — places to live.
Isabelle Qian, Ben Laffin, Aaron Byrd and Qilai Shen
2 周 4 天 ago
As China’s population grows older, a new industry of gig workers is stepping in to help older patients navigate a complex, bureaucratic hospital system. We spent time with Jessica Wang, a 49-year-old mother from Beijing who found steady income and a renewed sense of purpose by becoming a professional hospital companion.
Isabelle Qian, Ben Laffin, Aaron Byrd and Qilai Shen