these days in most Chinese cities, the bicycles on the road often look alike. That's because they are part of a new trend, ride-sharing. There are many brands, but the yellow ones here are ofo.
Need a bicycle to ride a short distance or for a couple of hours? Just find one of a dozen brands and use your smartphone to sign in and unlock the bicycle. Ride it to your destination and drop it in any public place.
Read MoreSome years ago, I asked some young adults how often they ordered things online. I had anticipated that Chinese people, being cautious about spending money, and suspicious of fraud, would order few things online. To my surprise, one young woman replied matter-of- factly, "Every day." After that, I have been quite interested in how online deliveries are made, when housing arrangements are not so uniform.
Read MoreLiving in China is a visual experience. If you keep your eyes open and are alert to your surroundings, you may see things that strike you as interesting or unusual. This page is dedicated to some of those things.
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