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Everyone has a story to tell.
French yoga teacher helps people reclaim health and vitality - Lifestyle in China
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French yoga teacher helps people reclaim health and vitality

Julie Brument created her ŌRA Wellness Collective company in Shanghai at the beginning of 2023. Living like a local, she likes to have Jianbing for breakfast and drink hot water.

Canadian artist's Tibetan school inspires Shanghai exhibition - Lifestyle in China
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Canadian artist's Tibetan school inspires Shanghai exhibition

Known to locals as Tenzin Dolma, Kristel Ouwehand set up an art school for the local Tibetan children, teaching them both traditional Tibetan and Western art styles.
Transforming Shanghai's streets into a dance floor - Lifestyle in China
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Transforming Shanghai's streets into a dance floor

Amidst the whirlwind of corporate life, Fedir Zahynayko finds his rhythm in an unexpected place: the streets of Shanghai.
The rise of strength through fitness passion - Lifestyle in China
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The rise of strength through fitness passion

Jennifer Chang from India has considered Shanghai home since 2012. Her passion in fitness drove her to create RISE Shanghai, a boutique fitness studio, in 2019.
Russian designer transforms jeans into sustainable backpacks - Lifestyle in China
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Russian designer transforms jeans into sustainable backpacks

Russian designer Xenia Sidorenko used to work with the denim industry. When she realized how polluted this industry, she decided to do something for it.
Scottish designer celebrates local culture with Pinyin Press - Lifestyle in China
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Scottish designer celebrates local culture with Pinyin Press

Originally from Scotland, Sarah Armstrong moved to Shanghai for a design opportunity with an emerging Chinese brand.
South African expat family enjoying new life in Shanghai - Lifestyle in China
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South African expat family enjoying new life in Shanghai

South African Jean Louw has been in Shanghai for eight months with his family. As well as working, they have connected with people in the local community. What's their tips?
Celebrating the power and joy of dance in Shanghai - Lifestyle in China
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Celebrating the power and joy of dance in Shanghai

After retiring from the stage, Amy decided to stay in Shanghai for two years, which turned into 20 years. She now balances both writing and ballet teaching careers in the city.
British expat unveils splendor of modern Chinese design - Lifestyle in China
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British expat unveils splendor of modern Chinese design

Linda Johnson is the co-founder of Madame Mao's Dowry studio, and is passionate about sharing the beauty of modern Chinese design with a wider audience.
An Australian expat's discovery from Ci Fan Gao to combat archery in Shanghai - Lifestyle in China
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An Australian expat's discovery from Ci Fan Gao to combat archery in Shanghai

Tim Pope has been living in Shanghai for almost 10 years now. Originally from Australia, he has fallen in love with the city and all it has to offer.
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