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Freelancing, Side Work, and Remote Jobs in China: What’s Legal — and What Isn’t

Can foreigners freelance or do side work in China? What the law actually says, how enforcement typically happens, and where legal risk begins ...

What Is Nipah Virus — and Why Is It in the News Now?

What is Nipah virus and why is it in the news? A clear explainer on the recent cases in India, China’s travel health advisory, symptoms, risks, and what travelers should know ...

Years Working in China, Zero Pension? How it Happens — and How to Fix

Years abroad can quietly affect your pension. This article explains how pension systems work, what foreign teachers often miss, and how to avoid long-term gaps ...

Work Permit Delays: The Documents That Trip Up Foreign Teachers

Why foreign teacher work permits are delayed, which documents cause the most problems, and how to avoid common mistakes before you apply …

Travelling by Train in China? You Can Now Send Your Luggage Ahead

Learn how China’s new “Light Travel” service lets train passengers send luggage to or from the station, making high-speed rail travel easier—now available in Hainan ...

AI Is Moving Into Your Living Room — and China Is Where It is happening First

The future of AI lives in your living room. Robots, smart systems, and invisible intelligence are turning homes into living spaces that adapt to you ...

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    Program Announced for the 2026 Haikou New Year’s Concert

    The 2026 Haikou New Year’s Concert brings two nights of symphonic and vocal music. View the full program, performers, and ticket discounts ...

    Wanning Hosts Its First Major Surf Event Since 2020 as WSL Returns to Hainan

    The WSL Qualifying Series returns to Riyue Bay, Wanning, from December 11–17, bringing more than 160 surfers from over ten countries back to Hainan’s coast …

    ADEX Asia Diving Expo will be held in Hainan next year

    The renowned dive-industry exhibition Asia Dive Expo (ADEX) is set to land in Hainan from October 30 to November 1, 2026, at the Hainan International Convention & Exhibition Center ...

    Something New’s Brewing in Old Town – Grand Opening at The Well Coffee

    This Saturday, swing by Haikou’s historic Old Town and be part of the grand opening of The Well Coffee 植芳泉, your new neighborhood spot for quality brews and chill vibes.

    Formula E to Return to Hainan in 2026

    Formula E returns to Sanya, Hainan on June 20, 2026, with a revamped circuit and a key spot in the championship’s biggest season to date ...
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    2026 Guide to Registering a Company in Hainan: Address Rules, Requirements, and Compliance

    A comprehensive 2026 guide to registering a company in Hainan, covering new address rules, compliance requirements, registration steps, and practical options for businesses with or without a physical office …

    China’s New VAT Rules (Effective January 1, 2026)

    You may have seen headlines about new VAT regulations coming into effect in China from January 1, 2026. For many foreigners living and working in China, the immediate question is “Does this affect me — and if so, how?” Here’s the short, simple answer ...

    Hainan Releases 2026–2030 Masterplan: What the Next Five Years Mean for the Free Trade Port

    Hainan has just released its 2026–2030 blueprint, a plan that will shape the Free Trade Port after customs closure. Here’s a clear breakdown of what to expect and what the next five years mean for business, investment and the island’s economic trajectory ...

    China to Expand Channels for Quality Goods and Services to Enter Its Market

    China is launching new measures to make it easier for foreign companies to bring high-quality goods and services into its market, including year-round matchmaking events and support linked to the CIIE ...

    Why December 18? The Date that Defines Hainan’s Next Chapter

    Discover why Hainan’s island-wide customs closure is set for December 18, 2025, a date echoing China’s historic 1978 Reform and Opening-Up ...

    Hainan Free Trade Port Deepens ASEAN-Centric Regional Cooperation

    With ASEAN rapidly emerging as one of the most dynamic and high-potential regions in the world, Hainan is taking decisive steps to deepen regional cooperation, placing ASEAN at the core of its strategic development ...

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      Magnificent Yahu Rice Terraces or Tourism and Marketing Hype?

      Rapid tourism development has transformed what was once a working agricultural landscape into a managed tourist attraction. It has generated significant marketing hyperbole heavily promoting the area far beyond what the actual experience delivers …

      Between Land and Sea: Where Tides and Tradition Meet, The Living Heritage of Bei Gang Island

      Once an isolated fishing village, Bei Gang Island (北港岛) has blossomed into a popular tourism destination. Discover its unique history, vibrant mangrove ecosystems, traditional sea foraging, and resilient community spirit, all just a short drive from Haikou …

      Discover the Mystique of Huangdi (Emperor) Cave in Changjiang, Hainan

      Discover the hidden beauty of Huangdi Cave in Changjiang. Nestled in the lush landscapes of Bawang Mountain, this limestone cave is a treasure trove of natural wonders and historical secrets from ancient stalactites to local legends of emperors.

      Juren waterfall in Lingao

      Explore the beauty of Juren Waterfall in Lingao. Known for its "Three Pools and Nine Bends," the waterfall offers wonderful views throughout the year but now is the best season to visit to catch it in full flow, a must-visit for nature lovers ...

      Last chance to see the Wuzhishan terraced paddy fields this year

      October 25th, Yahu Terraced Fields in Wuzhishan City showed a vibrant late-season rice panorama, marking its much-anticipated prime viewing season.
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      Hainan Sets Strict New Rules for School Closures/Reopening During Typhoons and Storms

      Hainan introduces precise school closure and reopening rules during typhoons and heavy rain to protect students and support families, emphasizing safety, flexibility, and real-time coordination …

      Things to do

      Ancient Drum Tower: A Six-Century Guardian of Old Fucheng

      For more than six centuries, Drum Tower has watched over old Fucheng, guarding the gates of Qiongzhou’s prefectural capital and enduring into modern Haikou ...

      Xiuying Fort: Haikou’s Coastal Sentinel of the Late Qing Dynasty

      Learn how Xiuying Fort, built in 1891 after the Sino–French War, became one of China’s key late-Qing coastal defenses with five batteries and underground chambers ...

      The Legacy of Hai Rui: A Glimpse into Historical Haikou

      Explore the rich history of Hai Rui, a revered figure of the Ming Dynasty, and his enduring legacy in Haikou. From his humble life to the significance of his tomb ...

      Unveiling the Timeless Legacy of Tin Hau Temple in Haikou’s Qilou Old Town

      Dive into the history of Haikou's Tin Hau Temple, a 700-year-old architectural marvel located on Zhongshan Road, Qilou Old Town, Haikou ...

      Exploring the Zhoukoudian Site Cultural Exhibition at the Hainan Museum

      Discover the fascinating history of the Peking Man and other significant archaeological finds at the Zhoukoudian Site Cultural Exhibition, currently on display at the Hainan Museum ...

      The Five Officials Temple: A Journey into Haikou’s Historical Heart

      The Five Officials Temple in Haikou, also known as the "First Building of Hainan," honours notable figures from Hainan’s history and offers a tranquil retreat amidst the bustling city ...

      Sports and outdoors

      Hainan to Host Eight Marathons in 2026

      Hainan will host eight marathon events in 2026, including A‑level full and half marathons in Danzhou, Haikou, and Sanya. Dates and locations at a glance for runners ...

      Wanning Marathon Returns on January 25 with a Scenic Coastal Course

      The China Resources Shimei Bay 2026 Wanning Marathon returns on January 25, featuring full and half marathon routes through coastal roads, coconut groves, and beaches, with runner-friendly transport, local food, and scenic views across Wanning, Hainan ...

      Wanning Hosts Its First Major Surf Event Since 2020 as WSL Returns to Hainan

      The WSL Qualifying Series returns to Riyue Bay, Wanning, from December 11–17, bringing more than 160 surfers from over ten countries back to Hainan’s coast …

      ADEX Asia Diving Expo will be held in Hainan next year

      The renowned dive-industry exhibition Asia Dive Expo (ADEX) is set to land in Hainan from October 30 to November 1, 2026, at the Hainan International Convention & Exhibition Center ...

      China’s First Olympic-Standard Wave Pool Opens in Wanning, Hainan

      A new chapter in China's surf tourism industry began this week with the official opening of the Riyue Bay Surf Resort and wave pool, located on Hainan Island’s southeast coast in Wanning ...