What’s the Difference Between ‘Lean’ and ‘Bulk’ Muscle — and Which Should You Aim For?

The misconception that muscle can be lean or bulky lies in its appearance. “When people (say ‘lean’), they’re usually ...
The Diplomat

The Red Séance: How Xi Jinping Is Soft-Burying the Deng Era

Chinese Communist Party (CCP) general secretary Xi Jinping addresses Chinese and foreign journalists at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing during the 20th Party Congress, Oct 23, 2022. Credit: ...
Bloomberg L.P.

Xi Faces Calls for Stronger Yuan in Rare Public Currency Debate

In well-connected circles within China, the yuan’s persistent weakness is increasingly being seen as an obstacle to the country’s growth. A rising number of Chinese economists and former central bank ...
Bloomberg L.P.

Xi Warns Officials Against Chasing ‘Reckless’ GDP Expansion

Chinese President Xi Jinping lashed out at inflated growth numbers and vowed to crack down on the pursuit of “reckless” projects that have no purpose except showing superficial results. “All plans ...