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When the Great Depression crushed his music career, American trumpeter Buck Clayton took a chance on Shanghai and discovered something he'd never experienced at home: respect. His journey reveals how 1930s Shanghai became an unexpected haven where jazz transcended borders and Black musicians found dignity.
Lobing Samson brought Filipino jazz to 1940s Shanghai, mentored Chinese musicians, and helped create Hong Kong's legendary Cantopop sound. His cross-cultural legacy shows how music builds bridges across generations and borders.
Temple University's jazz ensemble just won the National Collegiate Jazz Championship and released their first international album, all while staying true to their core value: playing with honesty, not ego.
After nearly 40 years building Jazz at Lincoln Center into a cultural landmark, Wynton Marsalis is stepping aside to let younger leaders carry the torch. The 64-year-old trumpet legend transformed jazz from a fading art form into a thriving piece of American culture.
When rain poured down during a performance in Tashkent, not a single person left the crowd of thousands. The free International Jazz Festival is connecting Grammy winners with first-time jazz listeners and putting Uzbekistan on the global music map.
Female jazz musicians in France are speaking out about sexual violence and sexism in their industry, demanding real change. These brave artists are working together to create a safer, more equitable music scene for the next generation.
A city of 25 million people just proved that massive urban recycling transformations are possible. Shanghai turned daily trash mountains into treasure through smart systems, local solutions, and innovative companies that make products from kitchen oil.
Shanghai lawmakers are pushing for stronger protections for gig workers, longer paternity leave, and better health care oversight. The proposals could shape national policy across China.
A Shanghai hospital has unlocked the mystery behind a devastating facial condition and created the first targeted treatment, bringing hope to patients worldwide. The breakthrough includes the world's first patient database for the rare disorder.
A rare bunting captivated Shanghai birdwatchers for weeks before dying in a window collision. Now the city is transforming tragedy into action to protect migrating birds.
Shanghai just rolled out an ambitious tobacco control plan that will make bus stops smoke-free and use AI to catch violators. The city's approach is already inspiring everyday citizens to become anti-smoking advocates in their communities.
Japanese bass legend Yoshio Suzuki marked his 80th birthday not with retirement, but with a riveting jazz performance that proved age is just a number. His performance with The Blend showed five generations of musicians creating magic together.
The beloved Persona video game series celebrates its 30th anniversary with a special jazz album you can stream today and pre-order on vinyl through June 1. Eight iconic tracks from the franchise get a big-band makeover that brings nostalgic magic to life.
Shanghai is tackling its aging crisis head-on with ambitious plans to add 2,000 dementia care beds and 200 community health centers for seniors this year. With more than a third of its registered residents now over 60, China's largest city is becoming a testing ground for eldercare solutions the entire nation will soon need.
A new AI assistant named Dasheng can break down complex research tasks and run scientific experiments independently, just from simple instructions. The breakthrough from Shanghai's AI for Science Academy could speed up discoveries in everything from climate science to lifesaving drugs.
A Shanghai neurologist discovered a potential Alzheimer's therapy after his 90-year-old mother improved cognitively following ultrasound treatment for a different condition. His trial now tests high-intensity focused ultrasound as a standalone treatment, a promising departure from mainstream research.
Billionaire tech mogul Jensen Huang handed out cash-filled red envelopes worth $90 at a Shanghai street market, but the vendors had no idea who he was. His down-to-earth shopping trip has warmed hearts across China. #
A Shanghai surgical team has developed the world's first metal-free knee implant that could transform care for aging patients worldwide. The breakthrough polymer device allows clearer medical scans and better cancer treatment than traditional metal joints.
When the Nazis tried to silence jazz music in 1930s Germany, a brave group of teenagers turned dancing to swing into an act of defiance. Their story of resistance through rhythm reminds us that even in the darkest times, young people found ways to stand up for freedom.
South Korean travelers are flocking to Shanghai in record numbers, with bookings surging 260% after China introduced visa-free travel. The affordable, cosmopolitan city is becoming a favorite alternative to pricier Japanese destinations.
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