Moly’s Substack

Moly's Substack translates popular Weibo posts, offering detailed insights into Chinese culture, society, and politics. It addresses censorship, urban development, feminism, historical perspectives, social media, traditional customs, legal issues, and entertainment, providing a comprehensive view of contemporary and historical China through translated social media discourse.

Censorship and Internet Freedom Urban Development and Real Estate Gender Equality and Feminism Cultural Traditions and Celebrations Social Media and Digital Platforms Historical Perspectives and Dynastic Influence Legal Issues and Reforms Entertainment and Media Societal Norms and Family Dynamics Economic Challenges and Growth

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2/25/23 - Don't make fun of China or Chinese-style parenting based off of limited stereotypes.

137 implied HN points • 25 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Family Society Tradition Fantasy DIY
  1. Avoid making fun of China or Chinese-style parenting based on limited stereotypes.
  2. In rural China, land ownership and inheritance differ for men and women, impacting their sense of belonging and security.
  3. Real estate ownership in cities and villages in China have different implications, especially concerning inheritance and rights.

Culture and Law: How Han Succeeded Where Rome Fell.

117 implied HN points • 15 Jun 23
💾 History Cultural influence Philosophy Empires
  1. Han Dynasty and Rome were both powerful superpowers, but Han's culture and identity had stronger lasting power than Rome's.
  2. Han Dynasty integrated Confucianism into its culture and legal code, ensuring cultural continuity and preservation.
  3. China's history and Rome's history took different paths in how they dealt with culture and law, influencing their long-term success and legacy.
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3/25/23 - The owner fluffed up every flower by mouth.

117 implied HN points • 26 Mar 23
🌐 International Daily Life
  1. The owner of a flower shop fluffed up every flower by mouth, which made a person never want to sniff flowers again.
  2. A romance writer reflects on the generational gap and futility of arguments with family, concluding that there's no point in trying to convince others of different perspectives.
  3. A story about a woman who moved to Hong Kong for a better life, facing challenges and sacrifices, but ultimately finding some happiness despite setbacks.