But while China has mastered the art of assembly, it is other nations that have developed the designs, technology and patents. The sheer scale of China’s offshore industrial base is breathtaking.

On Thursday, the former “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star shared a picture of her back on Instagram, flaunting a brand new tattoo down the center. “Can you guess what my new tat says?” ...

Red ink transforms a minimalist tattoo design into a subtle statement. A whisper-thin stem and petals capture the delicate nature of a peony, which only blooms from late spring to early summer.