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What's new in China - explained.

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September 26, 2026

What happened in China on this day (Beijing time). Curated and edited by HONG XU.

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Daily Lifevia Bilibili

Low-cost lazy hacks for quick happiness trend on Bilibili

懒人低成本 快速提高幸福指数的几个冷门思路

A viral video on BilibiliA video platform that grew out of anime, comics, and gaming fandom into China's defining Gen Z video community, famous for its bullet comments. is trending for sharing obscure, low-cost lanren (lazy person) ideas to quickly boost personal happiness. Instead of demanding major lifestyle overhauls or expensive purchases, the content focuses on effortless, budget-friendly tweaks to daily routines. The popularity of these practical tips reflects a broader shift among young Chinese toward seeking realistic, low-effort ways to elevate their daily life and emotional well-being.

BilibiliEdited by HONG XU

Sources: Bilibili Ranking (B站排行榜), translated & contextualized.

Tech & AIvia Bilibili

HoYoverse releases a new Honkai: Star Rail promotional video

《崩坏:星穹铁道》即兴巡演PV——「至此,已成艺术」

Chinese developer HoYoverse has released a new promotional video titled Impromptu Tour for Honkai: Star RailHonkai: Star Rail is a massively popular space fantasy role-playing gacha game developed by Chinese company HoYoverse. (a space fantasy role-playing gacha game). Subtitled 'And Here, It Becomes Art', the promotional video is currently trending on Chinese video sharing platform BilibiliA video platform that grew out of anime, comics, and gaming fandom into China's defining Gen Z video community, famous for its bullet comments.. This highlights how Chinese gaming companies are increasingly using cinematic releases to elevate video games into high-profile cultural media.

BilibiliEdited by HONG XU

Sources: Bilibili Ranking (B站排行榜), translated & contextualized.

Tech & AIvia Bilibili

Where rescue teams get funding and testing DJI outdoor power stations

救援队装备经费从哪来?实测大疆户外电源。

A popular video on BilibiliA video platform that grew out of anime, comics, and gaming fandom into China's defining Gen Z video community, famous for its bullet comments. (a Chinese video-sharing platform) explores where local rescue teams get funding for their equipment while putting DJI outdoor power stations through real-world tests. The creator examines the financial realities behind emergency response gear alongside practical tech performance in the field. This highlights growing public interest in how civic rescue organizations operate and rely on consumer tech in China today.

BilibiliEdited by HONG XU

Sources: Bilibili Ranking (B站排行榜), translated & contextualized.

Business & Marketsvia Zhihu

Netizens debate high commissions on Chinese food delivery platform Meituan

网友吐槽美团抽成太多,一份25元的外卖商家实际到手收入6.08元,是真的吗?剩下的钱都花在了什么环节?

Chinese netizens are debating the commission fees charged by Meituan (a food deliveryChina's ultra-cheap, ultra-fast restaurant delivery system, dominated by Meituan (yellow) and Ele.me (blue), with riders visible on every street. platform). The viral discussion centers on whether a merchant truly receives only 6.08 yuan from a 25-yuan takeout order, and where the remaining money actually goes. People are questioning the breakdown of fees and the accuracy of such claims. The online discussion reflects growing public scrutiny over how digital platforms distribute revenue between small merchants and delivery services in China today.

ZhihuEdited by HONG XU

Sources: Zhihu Hot List (知乎热榜), translated & contextualized.