A heartwarming story from 2016 has recently resurfaced on social media, drawing tens of thousands of views and renewed attention. It began with a British boy who would drink water only from one particular blue-green cup—and ended with a factory in Dongguan, China, bringing a long-retired production line back to life to make 500 new ones for him.
One Cup Was All He Would Drink From
Ben Carter, from Devon in the UK, has severe autism and is unable to communicate his needs through speech.
Since he was two, Ben had used the same model of blue-green training cup made by Tommee Tippee. It had two handles, one on each side, and a transparent lid—an ordinary-looking children's cup that many families might barely remember.
For Ben, however, there was nothing ordinary about it.
His parents tried similar cups and newer products from the same brand, but Ben would reject them if the color, shape or texture was even slightly different. Without his familiar cup, he could refuse to drink altogether.
The consequences could be serious. Ben had twice suffered severe dehydration after refusing to drink and had to be taken to hospital. From the age of five, he rarely drank at school and seldom drank anywhere outside the home.
On one occasion, his cup went missing at school. Ben went without water for the next 24 hours while his family spent almost the entire night searching for it.
The cup became something the family simply could not afford to forget. They could leave behind stationery or an extra piece of clothing, but never Ben's cup.
The Last Cup Was Falling Apart
By 2016, the problem had become urgent.
The particular cup Ben used had been discontinued around 2003. His family's final one was showing its age, with the plastic deteriorating and the lid damaged.
His father, Marc Carter, feared that a few more drops could leave the cup unusable.
The family had tried replacing parts before, but even that had to be done carefully. On one occasion, they secretly replaced the old cup body and waited several weeks before changing the lid. Ben could not see the old and new versions together, as he might notice that the replacement was not actually his familiar cup.
To most people, a slight difference in color or texture would have been meaningless. Ben could notice it immediately.
With the last cup close to breaking, Marc decided there was little left to lose by asking the internet for help.
A Worldwide Search Begins
On November 14, 2016, Marc posted a photograph of the cup online and asked whether anyone still had one.
His requirements were very specific: a blue-green Tommee Tippee cup with two handles, preferably the exact model Ben had always used.
He was not asking for money and did not expect the manufacturer to restart production. He simply wanted to know whether anyone might still have one sitting forgotten in a cupboard.
What happened next went far beyond his expectations.
The post was shared nearly 20,000 times. Parents began searching cupboards, storage rooms and attics for cups their children had used years earlier.
Some people found old cups in boxes that had not been opened for years and sent Marc photographs of the cup, handles and lid so he could check them. Others contacted relatives, charity shops and second-hand stores to see if another one could be found.
The search soon spread beyond the UK. People in the United States, Australia and elsewhere in Europe sent photographs and offered to give away their own cups or cover international postage. Some engineers even suggested using 3D printing to reproduce replacement parts if the original could not be found.
One parent happened to own the same model, but her own child, who was also autistic, still depended on it. She could not give away the cup her child was using, but she continued helping Marc search.
Most of these people had never met Ben or his family. They simply understood that for one child, this seemingly ordinary cup could determine whether he drank water.
Finding the Cups Wasn't Enough
Eventually, seven potentially suitable cups were found, followed by offers from dozens of other families.
But Marc soon discovered that locating the cups was only part of the problem.
Some were similar but had slightly different colors. Others had deteriorated lids or spouts. Some had cracks or bite marks from years of use.
Differences that an ordinary user might never notice could be enough for Ben to reject a cup.
And even if he accepted one or two replacements, there was no guarantee that old plastic cups would last. Once they broke, the family could be back where they started.
As the search gained momentum, Tommee Tippee also became involved.
The company checked its own records and remaining inventory and contacted teams in the United States, Australia, France and Hong Kong in an attempt to locate samples of the discontinued product.
But after more than a decade out of production, there was virtually no regular stock left.
The search eventually led back to where the cup had originally been manufactured: Dongguan, Guangdong, China.
The Old Mould Was Still There
One of the manufacturing partners involved in producing the cup was Jackel China in Dongguan.
After hearing about Ben's situation, the factory began searching through production records and old equipment.
Then came the breakthrough: workers found the original mould that had not been used since around 2003.
The discovery meant that a cup that had disappeared from the market for more than a decade could potentially be made again.
Restarting production, however, was far from simple.
The old mould had to be inspected and tested after years of disuse. The blue-green color had to be matched as closely as possible to the one Ben knew. The feel of the cup, lid and spout also needed to be reproduced as accurately as possible.
Contemporary reports differed over the exact number of initial test cups, but they agreed that the factory first produced samples in slightly different shades so Ben could test which version he would accept. The production process was then adjusted based on his response.
According to reports at the time, the factory rearranged the schedules of three machines and spent two to three days producing the cups, at a cost of around 20,000 yuan.
Ultimately, Tommee Tippee and the Dongguan factory decided not to make just one cup—or even a small emergency supply.
They produced 500 cups, free of charge for Ben.
500 Cups for a Lifetime
Only about two weeks passed between Marc's original appeal and the announcement that 500 new cups would be produced.
When Marc received the news, he said that even winning the lottery could not have made him happier.
For the family, the 500 cups offered something much more valuable than their price: security.
If one cup broke, there would be another. If one went missing, the family would not have to spend the night searching for it. Most importantly, they would no longer have to worry constantly about where Ben's next cup would come from.
After the first batch arrived in the UK, Marc publicly thanked the many people who had helped with the search.
But the experience had also shown him something bigger.
During the search, he received messages from other families with autistic children who faced similar difficulties. Some children would use only a particular type of cutlery. Others depended on discontinued toys or specific styles of clothing. When those objects broke or disappeared from the market, their parents often had nowhere to turn.
Marc later created a platform dedicated to helping families locate such difficult-to-replace items. Parents could post photographs and precise details of the objects they needed, while others searched their homes and networks for surviving examples.
ITV later reported that the project went on to help people find nearly 2,000 hard-to-replace items.
Ten Years Later, the Story Returns
The story happened in 2016, not recently. But as it began circulating again on social media nearly a decade later, many people were discovering it for the first time.
What began with a father worrying that his son's only acceptable cup was about to break turned into a remarkable international search. Strangers searched old cupboards and attics. Company employees checked records and inventories across several countries. And in Dongguan, workers found a mould that had been sitting unused for years and brought it back into production for one British child.
The 500 cups eventually sent to the UK marked the end of that particular search—and the beginning of something larger that could help other families facing similar challenges.
There is limited publicly available information about Ben's life since then. But when it came to something as basic as drinking water, his family finally had one less thing to worry about for many years to come.
And somewhere in Dongguan, a mould that had been silent for more than a decade was put back into operation—all because one little boy on the other side of the world could drink from only one cup.
Qi Meng, 24, missing in Thailand since Aug 11. Embassy helps with police filing. Friend offers ransom. Unconfirmed Athena rumors. Travelers be vigilant.
A 24-year-old Chinese woman, identified as Qi Meng, has been missing in Thailand for more than a week, prompting widespread concern online. The Chinese Embassy in Thailand has confirmed that her family has sought assistance from the embassy.
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According to CCTV News, on August 11 local time, the Chinese Embassy in Thailand confirmed to China Media Group that Qi Meng's family had contacted the embassy for help. The embassy has informed the family of the procedures and requirements for filing a case with Thai police and will continue to provide necessary assistance.
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As of August 11, Qi had been missing for more than a week. Posts seeking help online said that her family members had become so worried that one of them had fallen ill and been hospitalized. One of Qi's friends also posted online, saying they were willing to negotiate a ransom with suspected criminals, as long as Qi could return home safely.
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Meanwhile, numerous posts have circulated online concerning the alleged disappearance and death of a Chinese influencer known as“Athena” (Athena Liya). According to media reports, in June 2023, “Athena” was allegedly lured to Manila, the Philippines, by her friend Li Yifei, also known as Li Yifei, under the pretext of taking a trip to relax and producing overseas content. After arriving in the Philippines, she was allegedly controlled by a transnational kidnapping group led by a man identified as Liu.
screenshot from Xina's news
Some media outlets cited screenshots from a video reportedly released by the Ningbo police, claiming that the name of Chinese influencer “Athena Liya” appeared on a list of victims shown at the end of the video. The claim subsequently attracted widespread attention online.
screenshot from Xina's news
However, on August 11, Red Star News reported that Ningbo police had confirmed that neither the series of cases involving Liu nor the alleged kidnapping case involving influencer “Athena Liya” was handled by the Ningbo police.
As of now, no Chinese or Philippine police authority or government department has issued an official statement confirming the disappearance of “Athena Liya.”
The two incidents have also prompted renewed reminders for Chinese travelers to remain vigilant and prioritize personal safety when traveling overseas, particularly during the summer holiday season.
On August 9, a nursing intern in Shanxi posted unblurred C-section photos on WeChat Moments. The hospital confirmed the breach on August 11, contacted her school, and promised serious consequences. For healthcare workers, patient privacy is non-negotiable.
"Level Complete" – How a Chinese Intern Nurse Posted a Patient's Private Photos on WeChat
Posting about your job like it's a video game? Not a great idea. Especially when patient privacy is involved.
A nursing intern in China learned this the hard way this week — after she posted photos from an obstetric surgery on her WeChat Moments to brag about "leveling up" her internship.
The only problem? She didn't blur out the patient's private parts.
What happened
On August 9, a screenshot of a WeChat post went viral. The post, shared by an intern nurse at a hospital in Shanxi province, featured six photos — a selfie in her blue scrubs, a few shots from inside the operating room, and three or four photos from a live C‑section.
The caption?"Obstetrics internship: level complete. Just so you all know."
In the comments, she added that the patient had hepatitis B — so she wore a face shield.
But here's the thing: in the photos, the patient's private areas were fully visible. No blur. No pixelation. Just a patient's body, posted online for the world to see — a patient who had no idea they were being turned into a status update.
The post was quickly deleted. But not before thousands of people saw it.
As one commenter put it: "She treated a real patient's body like a trophy for her internship diary."
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The hospital responds
On August 11, the hospital issued a statement: they had launched an investigation and confirmed the person involved was a nursing student on placement. They've contacted her school and promised “serious consequences” for the violation.
Their words: “We have zero tolerance for patient privacy breaches.”
This isn't just about one intern. It's about a generation that grew up documenting everything online — and sometimes forgetting that not everything should be documented.
In the workplace, especially in healthcare, what you see isn't content. It's someone's life.
As the saying goes: work isn't your social media content library. Knowing where to draw the line isn't just professional — it's the law.
Source: 申工社
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Discover 26 events in Shanghai from Aug 12–Sep 19, including Highland Games, classical concerts, pool parties, and family shows. Prices range from free to RMB1,080, with early bird discounts and free-entry options for all ages.
Tickets are priced as follows, with a limited number of Early Bird tickets being released:
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Sat Sep 12, 11am-5.30pm; RMB85-500
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Wednesday
Sara Mesa in Her Own Words – Reading 'Un amor' with Its Author @ Instituto Cervantes
As part of Shanghai International Literature Week, Instituto Cervantes Shanghai will host a bilingual Spanish-Chinese event with Spanish writer Sara Mesa, moderated by Salvador Marinaro, professor at Fudan University.
Conceived as an open reading club that encourages questions from the audience, the event will explore different aspects of Un amor, the author’s first book to be translated into Chinese.
The novel, which was adapted for the screen by renowned filmmaker Isabel Coixet, explores power dynamics in relationships, desire, vulnerability, and the limits of individual freedom.
Wed Aug 12, 6.30pm; Free Entry
Instituto Cervantes, 208 Anfu Lu, by Wulumuqi Zhong Lu, Xuhui District 安福路208号，近乌露木齐中路
Clue/Mystery Game Night @ RIINK
If you enjoy playing board games in a fun, vibrant diner setting, head to RIINK for a Mystery Game Night!
For this edition, the theme is Clue/Mystery—they’ll be featuring games like Clue: Harry Potter, Clue: Game of Thrones, Clue: A Night in the Museum, Clue: Conspiracy, Exit, and more.
Enjoy hearty diner food and drinks at RIINK, and all participants will receive a special discount!
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Wed Aug 12, from 6.30pm; RMB25
RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室
Café Gray Deluxe hosts Satoshi Sugiura of El Lequio, Okinawa—a bar featured on 50 Best Discovery and renowned for its unique fusion of Ryukyuan and Latin American influences—alongside Sebastian Robinson, Asia Brand Ambassador of Four Pillars, for a one-night-only guest shift.
Together, they will present six exclusive cocktail creations showcasing Four Pillars Gin.
Wed Aug 12, from 8pm; RMB98 per cocktail, with a complimentary sixth drink for every five purchased
Café Gray Deluxe, The Upper House, 3/F, 366 Shimen Yi Lu, by Weihai Lu, Jing'an District 石门一路366号3楼, 近威海路
FOTO LIVE @ Fotografiska Shanghai
Fotografiska Shanghai hosts a FOTO LIVE event, showcasing avant-garde jazz musicians on the fourth-floor lounge stage.
Enjoy captivating performances and meticulously crafted cocktails, and spend quality time with friends in a modern art-enriched ambiance.
The ticket price includes a general admission pass to Fotografiska Shanghai, providing access to all current exhibitions, in addition to an evening of live music.
Wed Aug 12, 8-10pm; RMB80, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska Shanghai
Fotografiska Shanghai, 4/F, 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路
Thursday
Trivia Thursday @ The Shed Hongqiao
Thursday Trivia returns to The Shed on Laowaijie / Hongmei Lu in Hongqiao after the summer break.
Expect 10 rounds covering everything from current events, geography, history, pop culture, music, film, and more.
There are F&B vouchers, bottles of prosecco, and rounds of shots up for grabs every week, while it is happy hour all night and chicken parma is just RMB48!
At the end of each quarterly season, the champions win even more fantastic prizes.
The quiz kicks off at 7.30pm and is all wrapped up by around 9.30pm—scan the QR code on the poster below to sign up now.
Every Thu, 7.30pm; Free Entry
The Shed Hongqiao, No. 30, Lane 3338 Hongmei Lu, by Hongxu Lu, Minhang District 虹梅路3338弄30号, 近虹许路
Thursday-Sunday
Giant Tetris Block Interactive Light Show @ ROCKBUND
This summer, ROCKBUND revives its Giant Tetris Block Interactive Light Show for a limited run.
Unlike passive displays, this experience lets participants control the action—their moves magnified onto building façades.
It transforms a small-screen classic into a large-scale public spectacle, blending nostalgia with urban playfulness.
Thu-Sun Aug 13–16, 7-9pm
RMB39 for 1 game + 1 drink at Luneurs
RMB89 for 2 games + 1 cocktail at Naive.
ROCKBUND Museum Square, 118 Beijing Dong Lu, by Huqiu Lu, Huangpu District 北京东路118号, 近虎丘路
Friday
Schubert’s Works for Guitar & Voice @ Shanghai Concert Hall
Shanghai welcomes the Chinese premiere of Schubert’s rarely heard guitar-and-voice repertoire.
Grammy-winning Baroque soprano María Cristina Kiehr and ECM’s first classical guitarist Pablo Márquez join forces for an intimate journey through Schubert’s poetic garden.
The program features 18 art songs set to verses by Goethe, Schiller, and other Romantic poets—including beloved pieces like Ständchen and Die Post in their original guitar arrangements.
Spanning Schubert’s golden creative years, this 90-minute recital at promises a pure, healing musical experience.
A rare encounter with two world-class artists making their China debuts.
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Fri Aug 14, 7.30pm; RMB180-380
Shanghai Concert Hall, 523 Yan'an Dong Lu, by Jinling Zhong Lu, Huangpu District 延安东路523号, 近金陵中路
Bulls v All Blacks @ Guinness Social
The All Blacks final warm-up game on their tour of South African sees them take on the Bulls.
Sat Aug 15, 1am; Free Entry
Guinness Social by Butler & White's, No. 7-7, Tianzifang, Lane 210 Taikang Lu, by Sinan Lu, Huangpu District 田子坊7号7室, 泰康路210弄, 近思南路
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For a limited time, snag RMB100 Guinness Social vouchers for just RMB80!
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Friday & Saturday
GOAT Bangkok for a Two-Night Dinner Takeover @ Café Gray Deluxe
Café Gray Deluxe at Upper House Shanghai proudly hosts GOAT Bangkok—awarded One Michelin Star and One Michelin Green Star in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2026—for an exclusive two-night guest chef residency.
Chef Tan (Pakorn Kosiyabong) presents a six-course tasting menu showcasing his celebrated contemporary Thai cuisine, artfully blending Thai flavours, Chinese influences, and European techniques.
An unmissable culinary dialogue between East and Southeast Asia.
Café Gray Deluxe, The Upper House, 3/F, 366 Shimen Yi Lu, by Weihai Lu, Jing'an District 石门一路366号3楼, 近威海路
Street Dance Theater: Inspired by the Eastern Wind @ SIDC
This groundbreaking production fuses street dance with Eastern philosophy, drawing inspiration from Zhuge Liang's legendary "borrowing the east wind" to celebrate the fighting spirit of contemporary Chinese youth.
Featuring hip-hop, locking, house, popping, and waacking, the piece transforms street dance into refined professional theater art.
Directed by Rao Yuhong and Ye Zheng, this acclaimed work earned a four-star review from The Scotsman at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and has been selected for the China Shanghai International Arts Festival Rising Artists' Works.
A dynamic celebration of seizing opportunities with confidence and poise.
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Aug 14, 7.30pm
Aug 15, 2pm & 7.30pm
RMB200
Shanghai International Dance Center, 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 虹桥路1650号, 近水城路
Saturday
Aqua Fiesta Pool Party @ Radisson Blu Forest Manor Shanghai Hongqiao
The moment you’ve been waiting for is here—Aqua Fiesta is back!
Space Panda brings you Shanghai’s most anticipated pool party, reimagined with even more energy and excitement.
Get ready for an electrifying soundtrack as five DJs spin house, tech, and sun-soaked anthems from day to night.
This isn’t just a pool party, it’s a full-blown sensory spectacle, starring Shanghai’s most vibrant crowd.
Whether it's basking in the sun by the pool, dancing to the music in the water, or having a ball game on the beach, Aqua Fiesta is your ultimate summer getaway.
Step into a tropical paradise as Radisson Blu Forest Manor Shanghai Hongqiao is transformed into the city’s hottest aquatic playground.
From laid-back daytime vibes to golden-hour beats and after-dark energy, Aqua Fiesta is your passport to the ultimate summer escape.
Early Bird RMB188, until Aug 13
Presale RMB228
Door RMB268
Includes one welcome drink
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Sat Aug 15, 12 noon-9pm; RMB188-228, includes one drink
Radisson Blu Forest Manor Hongqiao, 839 Jinfeng Lu, by Tianshan Xi Lu, Minhang District 金丰路839号, 近天山西路
UK-New Zealand Summer Barbecue Night @ The BREW
Join BritCham Shanghai for a summer evening of barbecue, drinks, and relaxed networking at The BREW Lounge and Bar, Kerry Hotel Pudong.
Connect with professionals from the UK and New Zealand communities over grilled favorites and refreshing beverages in a casual outdoor setting.
The evening includes a welcome drink and a lucky draw opportunity, with additional barbecue food and drinks available for purchase at special rates from the venue.
Sat Aug 15, 5-9pm; RMB78 members | RMB98 non-members, includes welcome drink and lucky draw entry
The BREW, Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai, 1388 Huamu Lu, by Fangdian Lu, Pudong District 花木路1388号, 近芳甸路
Ethnic Impressions – Cello and Piano Concert by Yibai Chen & Boyang Shi @ Shanghai Concert Hall
Experience an evening of profound musical storytelling as cellist Yibai Chen and pianist Boyang Shi join forces for Ethnic Impressions, a program exploring folk-infused masterworks from Central Europe.
The recital opens with Kodály's lyrical Sonatina, followed by Bartók's spirited First Rhapsody, and Dvořák's G Major Sonatina in a rich cello transcription.
After intermission, Grieg's dramatic A minor Sonata brings the program to a powerful close.
Chen, a BBC New Generation Artist and Queen Elisabeth Competition laureate, has been hailed for playing that "takes us to another world," while Shi, a Shanghai Conservatory associate professor, is celebrated for her "exquisitely refined palette of sound."
Together, this internationally acclaimed duo delivers performances of breathtaking intensity and sensitivity.
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Sat Aug 15, 7.30pm, RMB180-380
Shanghai Concert Hall, 523 Yan'an Dong Lu, by Jinling Zhong Lu, Huangpu District 延安东路523号, 近金陵中路
Saturday & Sunday
How to Train Your Dragon in Concert @ West Bund Theatre
Soar into a world of adventure and wonder with How to Train Your Dragon in Concert, a spectacular film-to-live event at Shanghai's West Bund Theatre.
Experience the beloved tale of the young Viking Hiccup and his unlikely friendship with the fierce dragon Toothless on a grand scale.
This isn't just a movie screening—it's a full sensory immersion. Watch the complete, high-definition film on a giant screen while a live symphony orchestra performs John Powell’s Oscar-nominated score directly beneath it.
Every soaring melody and rhythmic beat will pulse through the theater, making the thrilling flights and heartfelt moments more powerful than ever.
Perfect for fans of all ages, this event is a must-see for anyone who believes in the power of courage and friendship.
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Aug 15 & 16, 7.30pm; RMB480-1,080
West Bund Theatre, 2290 Longteng Da Dao, by Longyao Lu, Xuhui District 龙腾大道2290号, 近龙耀路
Sunday
We Love Movies Quiz @ BNC
The quiz theme at BNC this Sunday is We Love Movies!
Family-friendly, entry to the quiz is absolutely free and there are great prizes on offer, as well as new menu items to try.
Better still, enjoy three hours of free flow drinks for just RMB168!
Scan the QR code on the poster above to reserve your spot.
Sun Aug 16, from 1pm; Free Entry
BNC, 685 Xikang Lu, by Changping Lu, Jing'an District 西康路685号, 近昌平路
Singapore 61st Birthday Party @ Homeslice Kitchen
After last year's sold-out event, Homeslice and Noodle Uncle are making their Singapore National Day celebration an annual tradition.
This year's SG61 party sees the return of Chef Joey Cheong's chilli crab pizza, alongside har cheong gai, Homeslice's Singapore Sling slushies, and a new Bandung soda.
There will also be a Mambo Jambo tribute DJ set from Jung & Kelly—celebrating the iconic Sunday afternoon dance parties that became a Singapore institution at Zouk in the 1980s and 90s.
Reservations via WeChat: zl654956009
Sun Aug 16, 2-6pm; Free Entry
Homeslice Kitchen, Shankang Li, 358 Kangding Lu, Bldg 3, Unit 103, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 康定路358号3幢103室
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For a limited time, snag RMB100 Homeslice vouchers* for just RMB80!
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Sunday Vinyl Market @ RIINK
Get ready for the perfect Sunday for music lovers!
Dive into the world of vinyl at RIINK's community market:
Browse, Buy & Trade – Bring your own records to exchange or sell with fellow collectors.
Be the DJ – Want to spin at the table? Contact us on WeChat (RIINK2) to reserve your slot!
Fuel the Fun – Enjoy hearty food and refreshing drinks available throughout the day.
Whether you're a seasoned collector or simply love the vintage vibe, everyone is welcome.
Don't miss this relaxing and fun Sunday activity!
Sun Aug 16, 2-7pm; RMB25
RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室
Family Show – The Beatles & British Invasion @ The Pearl
A full-power evening of British rock legends: The Beatles, Queen, Led Zeppelin, Oasis, The Who, Coldplay, and more—a true homage to the UK’s greatest bands.
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Sun Aug 16, from 4pm
Adult Free-Flow RMB199, includes 3 hours free-flow drinks
Adult Standard RMB100
Ages 6-12 RMB60
Under 5s free
The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路
Ongoing
50% Off!
Taixu Dreamscape @ 1862 Theatre
In 1940s occupied Haicheng, an opera troupe is forced to stage The Dream of Red Mansions by foreign powers using five travel passes as bait.
But as betrayals unfold and the truth emerges, the passes reveal themselves as fiction—everyone, including the city, exists only as preordained code in a vast program.
Taixu Dreamscape revolutionizes traditional theater. Wearing Apple Vision Pro, six live performers merge with virtual characters as you explore a 360° world where reality and illusion coexist.
Powered by the world's first theatrical deployment of 4D Gaussian Splatting, this 60-minute walking immersive experience has no fixed seats. Wherever you stand becomes your private camera angle.
Normally priced at RMB298-398, we are selling tickets to August performances of TAIXU Dreamscape for just RMB199.
Note: No eyeglasses under the headset (contact lenses recommended). Not suitable for pregnant women, those 65+, or individuals with epilepsy, heart conditions, or hypertension. No late entry after 15 minutes.
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Daily, 3.30pm, 5pm, 7pm & 8.30pm
RMB199
1862 Theatre, 1777 Binjiang Dadao, by Rizhao Lu, Pudong District 滨江大道1777号, 近日照路
India’s 80th Independence Day: Tiranga Food Carnival @ Around Town
Celebrate India’s 80th Independence Day with the Tiranga Food Carnival, a vibrant five-day culinary journey across five top restaurants.
Enjoy exclusive buffet dinners with specially curated menus that showcase authentic regional flavors. Each evening features food, fun quizzes, and games with attractive prizes.
Entry is free for children under 8, and just RMB138 per person for ages above. Spaces are limited—register two days in advance.
Aug 10–14, 7–10pm; RMB138
Around town, see daily restaurant on poster above
Tian Di: Paintings by Vera Fuchsluger & Coralie Horsnell @ Garden Books
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An artistic dialogue between earth and sky. Vera Fuchsluger’s fluid, emotional landscapes meet Coralie Horsnell’s bold, aerial abstractions in Tian Di (Heaven & Earth).
Opening this weekend at Garden Books, this exhibition explores nature, memory, and transformation through two distinct visual languages.
Don't miss the opening night—where gesture meets structure, and the imagined takes flight.
Until Aug 14, 9.30am-10pm; Free Entry
Garden Books, 325 Changle Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu, Xuhui District 长乐路325号, 近陕西南路
Looking Ahead
Behzod Abduraimov Piano Recital @ Shanghai Concert Hall
Phenomenal technique, breathtaking delicacy, and immense musical depth—these are the hallmarks of Behzod Abduraimov, one of today's most commanding pianists.
The Uzbek-born virtuoso brings a richly contrasting program to the stage, opening with Brahms's autumnal Four Piano Pieces (Op. 119), followed by Czerny's dazzling Rode Variations and Liszt's monumental Dante Sonata—a thunderous vision of heaven and hell.
After intermission, Debussy's dreamy Suite bergamasque yields to Stravinsky's explosive Three Movements from Petrushka, a tour de force of rhythmic intensity.
Abduraimov performs with the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic and Royal Concertgebouw, and records for Alpha Classics to critical acclaim—his most recent album earning a Gramophone Editor's Choice.
Don't miss this opportunity to hear "a pianist who simply transcends his instrument."
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Sat Aug 22, 7.30pm, RMB180-480
Shanghai Concert Hall, 523 Yan'an Dong Lu, by Jinling Zhong Lu, Huangpu District 延安东路523号, 近金陵中路
Healing Arts Festival @ The Living Room by Octave
Discover the 12th Healing Arts Festival, where heritage meets AI. Explore 80+ workshops across sound, movement, and craft. Reconnect mind, body, and spirit in an urban sanctuary.
An immersive journey into timeless wisdom and future wellbeing.
The Living Room by Octave, 357 Jianguo Xi Lu, by Taiyuan Lu, Xuhui District 建国西路357号, 近太原路
Chi Fan for Charity @ Around Town
On September 12, 26 of Shanghai’s finest restaurants will unite for Chi Fan for Charity. Each crafts a special 10-person menu, with proceeds supporting three local charities.
With prices starting at RMB400 and afterparty tickets included, this meaningful evening blends world-class dining with community impact.
Click the link below to find out more, check out the restaurant options, and reserve your seats now!
July’s electric, sold-out extravaganza had the whole crowd singing, swaying, and spinning under the stars.
Now, Laowaijae is officially transforming back into a sun-drenched Greek island paradise, and this time, it is gonna be even bigger, even brighter, and even more unforgettable—Mamma Mia! The Festival!
For one glorious, glittering day, Olympos Cafe & Garden Restaurant is throwing open the gates to the ultimate feel-good festival of the season.
The energy kicks off at 4pm sharp, and from the very first beat, you’ll be swept away into a world of pure nostalgia, dazzling sunshine (or dancing-in-the-rain spirit!), and the unmistakable magic of ABBA.
Standard Ticket | RMB200: Includes one seat for the performance, one drink, and one meal
Family Ticket | RMB500: Includes four seats to the performance, two drinks, and four meals (for 2 adults and 2 children under 12)
VIP Table | RMB1,000: Includes four front-row exclusive seats to the performance, a meat and cheese platter, one jug of cocktail, and one bottle of white wine
Kids under 5 are FREE!
Click below to get yours now:
Sat Sep 19, 4-9pm; RMB200-1,000
Olympos, No. 2, Lane 3338 Hongmei Lu, by Hongxu Lu, Minhang District 虹梅路3338弄2号, 近虹许路
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