James Griffiths

The People’s Republic of PR

July 30, 2016Politics

The US thought capitalism would lead to democracy in China. Instead, the Party embraced another great Western innovation: spin.

Why we won’t know what’s up with China’s real estate bubble until it’s too late

July 30, 2016Business, Economics and Jobs

How China used the US bombing of its Belgrade embassy to win a PR victory

July 30, 2016Conflict

A little-known Chinese tycoon is preparing to build a canal across Nicaragua

July 30, 2016Conflict

Here’s why so many elderly Chinese are collecting trash

July 30, 2016Business, Economics and Jobs

Why China fears the Falun Gong

July 30, 2016Lifestyle

Explainer: Is the group really a dangerous cult? Does it believe in snake spirits and ghosts? And do authorities really harvest members’ organs?