Kayla Briet creates art that explores identity and self-discovery -- and the fear that her culture may someday be forgotten. She shares how she found her creative voice and reclaimed the stories of her Dutch-Indonesian, Chinese and...

Chinese alchemists searching for an elixir of eternal life discovered the world's first chemical explosive. Hank has the full story on gunpowder in this SciShow about a big idea of science.

In which John Green teaches you about the beginning of the so-called Age of Discovery. You've probably heard of Christopher Columbus, who "discovered" America in 1492, but what about Vasco da Gama? How about Zheng He? Columbus gets a bad...

Sometimes science news is less about stuff that actually happened, as much as it is about people going "PAY ATTENTION TO ME" and space news is no exception. In fact this week there was probably as much hype as real news, all in the name...

Hank reveals why our love affair with the rare earth elements has a dark side.

John Green teaches you about the so-called Dark Ages, which it turns out weren't as uniformly dark as you may have been led to believe. While Europe was indeed having some issues, many other parts of the world were thriving and...

Forget lab rats — meet the Chinese or striped-back hamster, an unassuming little rodent whose role in research over the years has led to breakthroughs in genetics, pharmaceutics and more!

In which John Green teaches you about European Imperialism in the 19th century. European powers started to create colonial empires way back in the 16th century, but businesses really took off in the 19th century, especially in Asia and...

In which John Green teaches you about European Imperialism in the 19th century. European powers started to create colonial empires way back in the 16th century, but businesses really took off in the 19th century, especially in Asia and...

In which John introduces you to quite a lot of Chinese history by discussing the complicated relationship between the Confucian scholars who wrote Chinese history and the emperors (and empress) who made it. Included is a brief...

John Green teaches you about the so-called Dark Ages, which it turns out weren't as uniformly dark as you may have been led to believe. While Europe was indeed having some issues, many other parts of the world were thriving and...

Although the Communists declared universal equal rights when they took over in 1949, Chinese society has remained riddled with inequality. Many Chinese women still fulfill traditional roles at home and at work. The situation is gradually...

China has one of the world’s most ancient cultures, yet it’s only since 1978 that foreigners have been welcomed. This long history of cultural isolation helps explain the attitudes Chinese people have toward foreigners, which many...

Confused by Chinese naming conventions, how to make introductions, or how to address business contacts? In China, the family name usually comes before the given name, but the situation is not always clear-cut; local variations of names...

Make your business meetings in China as effective and efficient as possible! You probably already know that conducting a successful meeting takes preparation. The Chinese treat business meetings with importance, and it is essential that...

The Chinese take hierarchy very seriously, but don’t be intimidated! Navigating corporate and government hierarchies is key to successful business negotiations and decision-making. Learn how this complex system impacts work culture,...

Building rapport with Chinese counterparts is absolutely key for business success. Learn the significance of guanxi, or relationships, in Chinese business culture and why nurturing these relationships and developing trust are so...

Minimize misunderstandings and missteps when doing business in China! Cultural awareness makes communications more effective and helps you utilize appropriate business etiquette. Get essential tips on greeting others, making...

Despite two decades of sweeping economic change, China is still a Communist state. While free enterprise now flourishes in a rapidly growing private sector, China is a one-party country with a government that is radically enmeshed with...

Since 1950, the official language of China has been Mandarin, called Putonghua or “common speech.” All schools in China teach Mandarin, also called Standard Chinese, and it’s used on television, radio, and in most day-to-day business....

Don’t underestimate the importance of giving and receiving gifts in Hong Kong. This ritual is an essential business practice. But knowing exactly when to give a gift can be culturally nuanced. Understand gift-giving etiquette for...

Doing business in China? Home to more than 1.3 billion people, China is one of the fastest-growing countries in the world. As global companies continue to enter China’s market, the country’s large bureaucracy can be challenging to...

China is the world’s second-biggest economy, prompting concerns about China overtaking the United States or EU sooner than previously thought. But if you look at the long term picture and apply a more Asian perspective—China’s...

Chinese culture has been heavily influenced by the teachings of Confucius (Kongzi), a Chinese philosopher from ancient times. Confucianism emphasizes unity, circularity, harmony, and reciprocity. You’ll see these four concepts reflected...