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September 13, 2026

English reading briefs and context saved on this day, alongside preserved public trend signals.

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China News and Web Trends

Search, portal, internet-native news, and creator-media trend lists from China's public web.

19signals
toutiao

Toutiao

ByteDance’s algorithmic news and content feed, driven by personalized recommendations and creator posts.

About this platform
7

Chinese source / Guest reading usually available

  1. #43
    Don’t Leave Your Phone’s Bluetooth On Constantly: Beware of These Data Theft Methods
    TechMachine translated
  2. #44
    84-Year-Old Shops Alone for Burial Clothes
    SocietyMachine translated
  3. #44
    Chen Luyu says she is still thinking about inviting Jing Yidan to do a show
    EntertainmentMachine translated
  4. #45
    Tensions Escalate in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait as Global Oil Prices Remain High
    BusinessMachine translated
  5. #45
    Obama: Artificial Intelligence Could Be “Dangerous”
    TechMachine translated
  6. #46
    IRONMAN 70.3 Yunnan Dali Race Concludes
    SocietyMachine translated
  7. #46
    Yang Mi Jokes That She Is 45
    EntertainmentMachine translated
baidu

Baidu Hot Search

Baidu's ranked search-topic discovery list. It is distinct from Baidu Index and is not an equivalent Google Trends dataset.

About this platform
8

Chinese source / Guest reading usually available

  1. #44
    iPhone Duo scalped to 90,000 yuan as resellers seek loans to stockpile
    TechMachine translated
    3.8MSource metric
  2. #44
    Student Falls Asleep in Class and Hits Face on Floor Without a Desk
    SocietyMachine translated
    3.8MSource metric
  3. #45
    Dayi Ge Says He Won't Take Payment for Farmer-Aid Livestreams
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    3.7MSource metric
  4. #45
    Train Bound for Poland Hit by Drone in Ukraine
    SocietyMachine translated
    3.7MSource metric
  5. #46
    Communication University of China alumni mourn Jing Yidan
    CultureMachine translated
    3.6MSource metric
  6. #46
    Lady Gaga Spotted Out Carrying a Baby
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    3.6MSource metric
  7. #47
    Luo Yonghao Says Mr. Yeren Tastes Worse Than Chicecream
    BusinessMachine translated
    3.5MSource metric
  8. #47
    Prince Harry’s Use of His Royal Highness Title Upon Returning Home Suspended
    SocietyMachine translated
    3.5MSource metric
netease-news

NetEase News

A major portal-style news and commentary app with strong internet-media distribution.

About this platform
4

Chinese source / Guest reading usually available

  1. #44
    Live Earwig Found in Xita Laotaitai BBQ Chili Powder; Restaurant Paid 1,000 Yuan and Offered Another Meal
    SocietyMachine translated
  2. #44
    Property Fee Hike Wins 90% Owner Support, Challenging the 'Property Managers Are the Enemy' Myth
    SocietyMachine translated
  3. #45
    Henan Issues New Paid Leave Policy: Officials Must Lead by Example and Ensure Employees Take Full Leave
    SocietyMachine translated
  4. #45
    Hongguo Denies 40,000 Yuan Daily Pay Cap for Short-Drama Actors
    EntertainmentMachine translated
Category

Chinese Social Media Trends

Q&A boards, lifestyle communities, forums, movie lists, and other places where Chinese internet users discuss what is trending.

8signals
weibo

Weibo Hot Search

A Chinese public social network where news, entertainment, creators, and institutional accounts meet in topic-based discussion.

About this platform
8

Chinese source / Sign-in may be required

  1. #43
    Zheng Kai and Miao Miao Take Their Two Children to Canada for Classes
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    171.7KSource metric
  2. #43
    HYROX female athlete's incontinence during race sparks controversy
    SocietyMachine translated
    177.9KSource metric
  3. #44
    A Mom’s Homemade Barbecue Skewer Video Goes Viral
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    158.5KSource metric
  4. #44
    Dee Hsu Reveals She Gave Up Ballroom Dancing for Marriage
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    170.8KSource metric
  5. #45
    Liu Yuning’s courage is really plump
    OtherMachine translated
    158KSource metric
  6. #45
    Hope gets a pentakill in the finals
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    170.1KSource metric
  7. #46
    Ding Chengxin's First Stage Performance Was as a Backup Dancer for "Youth Training Manual"
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    157.4KSource metric
  8. #46
    Zhang Zhenyuan practiced Wang Yuan's song "Pride"
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    168KSource metric
Category

Chinese Video Platform Trends

Short-video, long-video, and creator-community rankings from major Chinese video platforms and online culture hubs.

22signals
bilibili

Bilibili

China’s youth-oriented video community, similar to YouTube with stronger anime, gaming, and creator subcultures.

About this platform
7

Chinese source / Guest reading usually available

  1. #44
    2026 KPL Summer Finals, Sept. 12: Chongqing Wolves vs. Guangzhou TTG
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    1.3M playsSource metric
  2. #45
    "People often recall those good times at the end of summer..." [Shawdow of the sun] [Ditty at the end of summer]
    OtherMachine translated
    1.2M playsSource metric
  3. #45
    Life in This Dorm
    SocietyMachine translated
    1.3M playsSource metric
  4. #46
    Juehang Sings “Father”; Big Brother Sends Support!
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    828K playsSource metric
  5. #46
    A Shot or a Kiss?
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    1.1M playsSource metric
  6. #47
    World of Warcraft: The War Within Trailer "The Power to Shake the World"
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    534.6K playsSource metric
  7. #47
    Whatever You Say Turns Into That Creature?!
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    598K playsSource metric
douyin

Douyin

China’s short-video and live-content platform, sister product to TikTok.

About this platform
7

Chinese source / Sign-in may be required

  1. #44
    My Outfit Ideas Are a Little Wild
    CultureMachine translated
    7.7MSource metric
  2. #44
    48-Hour Oatmeal-Style Outfit Challenge
    CultureMachine translated
    7.7MSource metric
  3. #45
    All Naruto Players Imitate Itachi’s Hair Flip
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    7.7MSource metric
  4. #45
    Come and get the cocoa outfit instructions now
    CultureMachine translated
    7.7MSource metric
  5. #46
    Zhang Chao's exclusive behind-the-scenes footage from the Honor of Kings Chess cosplay
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    7.7MSource metric
  6. #46
    Daniel Wu Undergoes Pre-Race Training
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    7.7MSource metric
  7. #47
    Ma Jiaqi's refrigerator has no eggs
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    7.7MSource metric
kuaishou

Kuaishou

A short-video and livestreaming platform with strong everyday-life, regional, and creator-economy communities.

About this platform
8

Chinese source / Sign-in may be required

  1. #44
    The iPhone 18 Is Out of Reach for Most People
    TechMachine translated
    9.4MSource metric
  2. #44
    Farewell, Xiao Qilingtong
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    9.1MSource metric
  3. #45
    Wei-Jin Creative Spoilers for Bai Xiaobai's Concert
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    9.4MSource metric
  4. #45
    My Phone's System Updates Have Always Been Very Stable
    TechMachine translated
    9.1MSource metric
  5. #46
    Rap Peak Showdown 2026 Grand Final
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    9.3MSource metric
  6. #46
    At a Farewell Ceremony for Soldiers, a Grandmother Tearfully Feeds Her Grandson Dumplings
    SocietyMachine translated
    9.1MSource metric
  7. #47
    Yao Yiyao Learns Kung Fu and Practices Martial Arts
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    9.1MSource metric
  8. #47
    G.E.M. Tang Performs New Song Globally for the First Time
    EntertainmentMachine translated
    9.3MSource metric
Category

Chinese Tech and AI Trends

Developer communities, tech media, product sites, AI discussion, and IT boards from China's internet.

8signals
juejin

Juejin

A developer and tech-writing community, similar to DEV.to for Chinese engineers.

About this platform
8

Chinese source / Guest articles; some require sign-in

  1. #44
    Stop Chasing Python: Building an Enterprise RAG and Agent Workflow Engine with Java 21 and Spring Boot 3
    TechMachine translated
    heat: 54Source metric
  2. #44
    iPhone 18 Series Explained: Foldable Duo, A20 Pro, and a Bill Up to ¥26,500
    TechMachine translated
    heat: 72Source metric
  3. #45
    Image 2.5 Is Everywhere: Some Are Using It for Ads, Others Have Already Made Animations
    TechMachine translated
    heat: 72Source metric
  4. #45
    Dart Skills CLI 1.0 Released, Fulfilling Lao Liu's Prediction from Earlier This Year
    TechMachine translated
    heat: 54Source metric
  5. #46
    Gemini 3.8 Flash Is Really Back on Its Feet—See What I Did
    TechMachine translated
    heat: 72Source metric
  6. #46
    Stop Treating Flow as a Container
    TechMachine translated
    heat: 54Source metric
  7. #47
    Three Fuses, Then Giving Up on Treatment? How My Agent Detects Infinite Loops
    TechMachine translated
    heat: 45Source metric
  8. #47
    When a Programmer Takes on Home Renovation: Using AI to Draw CAD Plans, Build Houses, and Even Make Furniture
    TechMachine translated
    heat: 72Source metric
Category

Chinese Music Trends

Popular-song charts, streaming rankings, and youth music culture from China's major music platforms.

3signals
qq-music

QQ Music

Tencent’s mainstream music streaming service and one of China’s largest digital music platforms.

About this platform
3

Chinese source / Guest charts; playback may require sign-in

  1. #44
    Won't Settle
    EntertainmentMachine translated
  2. #45
    Frozen
    EntertainmentMachine translated
  3. #46
    Moment
    EntertainmentMachine translated