Are the Days of Local Markets Over?

Nothing can last forever...

By Hannah Zheng, Aug 29, 2017 11:15

New Running Track Regulations After Local Children Fall Ill

Another 'track scare' in China.

By Urban Family, Jun 12, 2016 14:21

Local Primary School Enrollment is Getting Out of Hand

A consulting agency for kids trying to gain admission into Shanghai's competitive primary schools has been ordered to stop enrolling students.

By Emma Li, May 26, 2016 12:35

Local Schools on High Alert for Strangers Approaching Students

Three incidents have occurred near local international schools over the past two weeks involving students and a parent being stopped by a stranger and asked to get into a car.

By Urban Family, May 25, 2016 17:22

Shanghai’s Disneyland Focusing on Local Needs

How the future Shanghai theme park will attract national visitors

By Urban Family, Aug 05, 2015 12:30

Just For Fun: How Local Are You?

Questions to test just how much influence China has had on you.

By Urban Family, May 28, 2014 15:46

Shanghai Quiz: Test Your Local Knowledge

Think you know everything there is to know about Shanghai? Try our quiz full of fun facts.

By Urban Family, Apr 28, 2014 07:10

Man Snatches 3-Year-Old Boy in Broad Daylight in South China

The man was eventually subdued by the boy’s family members and local residents. Afterwards, police arrived to detain the child snatcher.

By That's, May 21, 2019 13:13

Sign Up to Be a Vendor or Performer at Our Big Family Fest Next Month!

If you're a local entrepreneur, creative artist or kid-friendly performer, we're looking to hear from you!

By Urban Family, Apr 30, 2019 14:39

Community Services at Concordia International School Shanghai

Educating students about local and global issues

By Natalie Foxwell, Dec 14, 2018 12:17

Support Shanghai's Women's Basketball Team with Adriana Sports!

Local organization Adriana Sports is now offering diehard fans the chance to attend home games and cheer on their favorite teams!

By Urban Family, Oct 30, 2018 09:22

14 Children Injured in Knife Attack at Chongqing Kindergarten

14 children were injured during the incident according to a local police press release​. It is believed that there have been no fatalities.

By That's Shanghai, Oct 26, 2018 17:40

9 Mother's Day Gift Ideas from Shanghai Stores

Spoil mom (or yourself) with this selection of gifts from local Shanghai stores

By Natalie Foxwell & Mandy Tie, Apr 26, 2018 12:02

Family 5: The Benefits of Dance for Kids

We spoke with local dance instructor Amy Fabris-Shi about the numerous benefits that dance classes can have for children.

By Urban Family, Jul 07, 2016 10:25

Students and Families Making a Difference in Shanghai

We sat down and chatted with students and families all over Shanghai that are getting involved in their communities and local organizations.

By Urban Family, May 18, 2016 11:42

Charity at the Western International School of Shanghai

WISS students went to help those at a local underprivileged school

By Urban Family, Feb 26, 2016 15:37

Behind the Scenes of an Animal Adoption Event with YCIS Student Reiren

Reiren, a Year 12 student at Yew Chung International School of Shanghai (YCIS) has recently been using her language skills to help animals and families in Shanghai. Since last October, she has been volunteering at a local Japanese animal organization call

By Urban Family, Jun 11, 2015 10:43

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