Year-ender: Top 10 cultural events from 2025

Updated: Jan 21, 2026 chinadaily.com.cn Print

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American internet celebrity Darren Watkins Jr, better known as iShowSpeed, tries local delicacies in Chongqing on April 3, 2025, during a trip exploring the wonders of the municipality. [Photo/China News Service]

4. IShowSpeed livestreams real-life China to global audiences

Gen Z American influencer IShowSpeed, known in China as "Jiakang Ge", drew global attention with his livestream journey across China. Through hours-long, unscripted livestreams and immersive vlogs, he offered international audiences a real-time glimpse into daily life, traditional culture, and modern cities.

From martial arts and lion dances to high-speed rail and spontaneous street performances, the livestreams showcased an authentic China — demonstrating how everyday scenes can serve as powerful vehicles for cultural exchange.

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