Fast, fun, and space-smart—ping pong is winning over a new wave of casual players, especially busy urban professionals. From after-work classes to quick matches between meetings, table tennis is becoming the workout of choice for city dwellers across China. / Is "F" the best seat on a high-speed train (18:28)? On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Guo Yan

What does it take to turn equations into breakthroughs? The journey begins with basic science—quiet, patient, and often overlooked for decades. It starts even earlier, in the classroom. As the 2025 International Congress of Basic Science (ICBS) convenes in Beijing, the world is watching: How does China transform fundamental research into real-world innovation? And more critically—how is it cultivating the next generation of STEM leaders to push boundaries further? On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Guo Yan

Let's be real—when do you actually bench-press in daily life? Across China, functional fitness is gaining momentum as people shift from isolated lifts to practical strength. It focuses on compound movements—lifting, twisting, pushing—building real-world ability that lasts. Just how functional is your fitness? / Throning: Dating for status (15:19). On the show: Steve Hatherly, Yushun & Yushan