X-Ray Column: A checkered flag
2010-04-30 09:20:04
The world's most popular blogger and a rally racing champion, Han Han's controversial image can mask the fact that he is a seriously talented writer, Raymond Zhou offers his appraisal.
X-Ray Column: No tans, naked truths
2010-04-02 10:22:48
Before the 1980s boat trackers dragged craft up the river wearing nothing, not even a smile. Now, for the sake of tourism, they are back in the camera's frame
Raymond Zhou Column: Orchestrating a boom
2010-03-26 09:06:51
These are the good days for domestic symphony orchestras, but while some are shining musically others are searching for ways to regain their relevance in a society where music is mainly served in mp3 format and on karaoke channels.
Clearing her name
2010-03-16 11:01:03
Zhang Ziyi has been criticized for not replying to accusations of charity fraud leveled against her, but in an exclusive interview with Raymond Zhou she tells all.
X-Ray Column: Time to get reel
2010-03-05 09:40:19
The just ended movie holiday season was major for film exhibitors while the quality of domestic releases was a letdown.
'No day but today'
2010-02-26 09:39:49
When amateur actors have more passion and authenticity than their professional counterparts you have to question the validity of China's management of the performing arts
Eye of the tiger
2010-02-12 10:32:10
As the Year of the Tiger approaches, the animal that burns bright is revealed as having striking similarities in both Chinese and Western culture.
Quiet manners, silken dreams
2010-02-09 09:55:52
Raymond Zhou takes you on a tour of his typical 'south of the Yangtze' home-town of mulberry trees and paddy fields.
Shut up, potty-mouths
2010-02-05 09:42:51
Verbal violence permeates China's Internet and beyond. It is fuelled by rampant frustrations and a lack of tradition for rational discourse.
Confucius loses his way
2010-01-29 08:56:59
The wave of anti-Confucius sentiment following the removal of Avatar from 2D screens reveals a backlash against official maneuvering.