Krystal Chia

Authorities have rolled out incentives to boost marriages and births, but shifting attitudes and economic pressures among young Chinese pose deeper challenges.

At this year's Two Sessions – China's largest annual political gathering – officials pledged to build a “childbirth-friendly society” in the next five years, with measures such as improved maternal healthcare and better housing support for married couples. CNA's...

Trail running is rapidly gaining traction as a popular sport in China. As the season begins this year, CNA's Krystal Chia catches up with some runners to find out more about its allure.

Trail running is rapidly gaining traction across the country, with participation and events surging as more runners swap pavement for rugged terrain.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has signed a series of deals with visiting Vietnamese leader To Lam. They cover sectors including public security, supply chains and technology. The two leaders held talks on Apr 15 at Beijing's Great Hall of the People, with...

Olga Soltesz was 17 when she went to Beijing for a game of table tennis in 1971. It was her first trip out of the US, and she had no idea it would make history for US-China relations. 55 years later, Olga and her teammates …

A fast-growing consumer trend reshaping China's economy has largely flown under the radar outside the country - the “emotion economy”, where consumers place greater value on how a product or service makes them feel …

Chinese authorities have launched a "tough and uncompromising" probe and vowed to severely punish those responsible for a deadly gas explosion in North China, which has killed at least 90 people.

“Emotional value” is China’s latest catchphrase determining how people spend and behave, but also reflective of modern-day anxieties.

Artificial intelligence companion toys today analyse preferences, intentions and emotions to be more attuned to each user over time.