Top Selling Christmas Gifts from the Last Century

Good old days...

By Timothy Musgrave, Dec 27, 2017 17:59

UPDATE: Xujiahui Cathedral Closed to the Public for Now

Currently only open to worshippers for routine religious activities.

By Yuzhou Hu, Dec 19, 2017 10:54

Shanghai Metro to Support Face-Scanning Payment and Voice-Recognition Ticketing

The days of IC cards may be numbered.

By Yuzhou Hu, Dec 08, 2017 10:42

3 Things You Need to See in Suzhou

Escape from the city with your family for a few days' peace and quite, and a pleasant, fresh breeze.

By Alyssa Wieting, Jul 14, 2017 14:59

3 Things You Need to See in Hangzhou

Escape from the city with your family for a few days' peace and quite, and a pleasant, fresh breeze.

By Alyssa Wieting, Jul 13, 2017 18:09

3 Things You Need to See at Dishui Lake

Escape from the city with your family for a few days' peace and quite, and a pleasant, fresh breeze.

By Alyssa Wieting, Jul 06, 2017 11:57

3 Things You Need to See at Chongming Island

Escape from the city with your family for a few days' peace and quite, and a pleasant, fresh breeze.

By Alyssa Wieting, Jul 06, 2017 11:38

YoMo: The Youth Mobile Festival is returning to Shanghai!

4 days, more than 15,000 youth, endless fun…. All under one roof!

By Urban Family, Jun 09, 2017 15:51

Shanghai's Largest Sports Venue to be Built in Xujiahui

And it will be open 24/7.

By Ilona Dielis, Apr 07, 2017 11:08

Community-Based Childcare Centers Coming to Shanghai

Twenty community-based childcare centers are set to open in Shanghai by the end of November.

By Rachel Deason, Mar 01, 2017 12:05

World's Largest Planetarium Opening in Shanghai

The world's largest planetarium is set to open in Shanghai in 2020.

By William Lee, Nov 11, 2016 17:57

Harrow School Opens Its Doors

The new Harrow is now open.

By Urban Family, Oct 02, 2016 19:01

Shanghai's Air Pollution Improving This Year

130 Days of 'Good' and 'Excellent' Air Quality

By Lauren Hogan, Aug 22, 2016 16:25

Man and 4-Year-Old Son Rollerblade 540km to Beijing

The two skated from Puyang to Beijing in 14 days, traveling 30 kilometers per day.

By Justine Lopez, Apr 19, 2016 12:21

Shenzhen Women Promised Longer Maternity Leave

New mothers can now expect up to 158 days of maternity leave.

By Alice Wang, Mar 02, 2016 15:06

Mom Blogger: Taking My Fitness to the next Level

When you’re a mom sometimes you forget to do things for yourself. Your days are filled with getting kids dressed, taking kids to school, doing grocery shopping to make sure the kids have enough of whatever they’ve decided to only eat this week, picking up

By Urban Family, May 25, 2015 17:50

5 of the Best Specialty Museums in Shanghai

The dog days of summer are here. While most people are away on holidays, there’s still plenty to discover during before school starts.

By Urban Family, Aug 20, 2014 10:30

Banish Boring Lunches

Lunch break is time away from class, but that doesn’t mean it has to be less educational. Creative meals can spark your child’s imagination and are sure to open up their attitude toward new foods in the future.

By Kirk Chu, Aug 19, 2014 16:00

Al fresco dining: Sit in the sun all summer long

It might be hot, but on those days when you long to be outside with the kids, head to one of these restaurants for a cool drink and light fare

By Urban Family, Jun 23, 2014 16:00

Best in Show 2014 Submissions

As part of the&nbsp;<em>Urban Family&nbsp;</em>arts-themed issue, we made an open call for student artwork submissions from the Shanghai international school community for a judged competition. Here is slideshow of a selection of submissions.

By Urban Family, Jun 16, 2014 17:31

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