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PAST FORWARD
From historic temples to industrial relics, Lhasa’s historical architecture is being carefully repurposed into modern cultural and artistic spaces, blending heritage with innovation
THE MASKED SINGERS
Once dwindling, the ancient art of Tibetan Opera is now reaching new stages of development thanks to greater government and audience support
WEAVING A NEW STORY
Modern technology and designs, along with social media, are injecting new energy into traditional carpet weaving to sustain and promote the cultural legacy
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MORE THAN WORDS
Developments in bilingual education, ancient text research and modern technology are enabling young people in Xizang Autonomous Region to preserve and promote their language and culture in and beyond the Tibetan Plateau
Islands in the Stream
Gen Z singles are ditching awkward setups for casual, livestreamed blind dates, where love, friendship and fish-headed bankers are winning hearts across China
New Romantics
More young Chinese are falling for AI companions, game characters and cosplayed heartthrobs, seeking idealized intimacy as a means to self-discovery without the messy real-world drama