The centuries-old Chinese game has found new fans.
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Give a friend a mahjong lesson, and you might score a free dinner. Teach mahjong, and you've got a career.
Why it matters: As the centuries-old Chinese game finds new fans, instructors are in high demand, with some turning lessons into thriving businesses.
"As mahjong grows in popularity, can the diverging fanbases come together?"
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