Watch Out: Infection Threats from Recreation Facilities for Kids

You have no idea what threats are hidden inside these pools!

By Tongfei Zhang, Aug 07, 2017 15:20

12 Shanghai Pools Shut Down for Health Violations

A dozen pools in Shanghai were ordered to suspend operations for failing to meet health standards.

By Bridget O'Donnell, Aug 04, 2017 10:49

Is McDonald’s Ice Cream Safe in Shanghai?

McDonald’s China: our ice cream machines are clean and safe

By Hu Yuzhou, Aug 01, 2017 11:10

Beware: Bubble Tea May Be Bad for Your Health

We know bubble tea are not healthy, but how unhealthy are they?

By Yuzhou Hu, Jul 27, 2017 11:38

Rotting Pig Carcasses Turned Into Oil in Guangzhou

The 'dead, stinking pigs' were boiled to extract oil, which was then sent to any number of warehouses for an unknown use.

By Urban Family, Jul 13, 2017 11:29

Expat 101: Tips for Newcomers to Shanghai

New to Shanghai? These are what you need to know!

By Dr. Jack Chen, May 23, 2017 15:07

Children to be Banned from Front Car Seat in Shanghai

No riding shotgun.

By Rachel Deason, Jan 03, 2017 15:09

Shanghai's Polluted Rivers are Coming Clean

City efforts are working to make our rivers safer.

By Rachel Deason, Dec 01, 2016 12:09

New Running Track Regulations After Local Children Fall Ill

Another 'track scare' in China.

By Urban Family, Jun 12, 2016 14:21

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

China Air Pollution Update: mapped, color-coded and in real time

The air pollution map released last week has nothing on this. These new maps are in real time.

By Urban Family, Sep 10, 2015 13:20

Map shows worst places in China for air pollution

A new map has been published to show the extent of air pollution throughout China.

By Urban Family, Sep 01, 2015 14:40

Performing in Visual Arts – Year 12 Student Spotlight

The IB Visual Arts course provides a great opportunity for students to explore ideas in a broad range of art media. Often perceived as a subject primarily focused on painting and drawing... Sculpture, Video Installation, Printmaking, Animation and Photogr

By Urban Family, Jun 24, 2015 11:00

Could an Apple a Day Really Keep the Doctor Away?

By Dr. Amali Sajeewika

By Dr. Amali Sajeewika, Mar 27, 2015 12:40

Canadian Lobster or Blueberries from Chile? Get it Online!

Online Food Retail Increases in China

By Urban Family, Mar 02, 2015 16:50

Eating Clean in Shanghai - Not an Impossible Feat

Although the process of selecting the food to fill your fridge is complicated by an abundance of horror stories from bird flu infected chicken to hormone infused milk - there is no shortage of organic options in Shanghai.

By Urban Family, Aug 13, 2014 15:45

Fruit and Veg: Wash the pesticides away

Food safety is one of the top concerns of parents in Shanghai. One way to take control of food safety is learning how to properly wash your fruits and vegetables.

By Urban Family, May 20, 2014 14:00

5 easy steps for healthier air and water

Don't let the sometimes shocking news about China's air and water quality to scare you away. Follow these simple solutions to ensure your family's safety.

By Urban Family, Apr 18, 2014 14:00

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