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TV Host Piers Morgan Panned for Mocking Chinese Language On-Air
The polarizing personality claims he was trying to insult a member of the British royal family who appeared in a commercial for a Chinese dairy company.
Wuhan on Lockdown As 17 Dead, 571 Infected With Coronavirus
All transportation including flights and high-speed trains has been temporarily suspended as authorities attempt to contain the outbreak.
China Markets Under Strain Before Holiday Amid Virus Uncertainty
Panic coursed through the world’s second-largest equity market as investors sold stocks on concern a deadly virus will worsen over China’s week-long trading break.
US trade deal won’t hit European firms in China, Xi tells Merkel, Macron
But Europe must not discriminate against Chinese firms, president says, in hint at possible 5G block on tech giant Huawei.
Breakfast With Raccoons: The Rise of China’s Exotic Pet Cafés
Young Chinese are flocking to downtown venues offering close encounters with wild animals. But the businesses have also ruffled some feathers.
Ghosts from the Shells
Abandoned Japanese chemical weapons have poisoned thousands since the end of WWII. For those that survive, the battle is far from over.
The Empty Consumerism of China’s ‘Queer Eye’ Clone
What happens when you take the “queer” out of “Queer Eye”?
Lacking Support, China’s Autistic Adults Search for Love
For millions of Chinese living with autism, finding a partner can be a challenge — and the country’s socioeconomic realities often don’t help.
Nike Woos Chinese Customers With Spring Festival Ad
Many viewers in the country have applauded the American sportswear brand for showcasing the festival’s human side.
Fears raised on Wuhan virus spread as patient ‘did not visit outbreak site’
Woman, 61, the first confirmed case outside China, could have caught the virus in Wuhan at other markets, which she was understood to have visited.
Camera Above the Classroom
Chinese schools are using facial recognition on students. But should they?
Chinese Audiences Debate Chinese-ness of ‘The Farewell’
Movie about Chinese culture, set in China, wows American audiences but flops in mainland premiere.
The Chinese Students Stuck in Fake Majors
As China’s private vocational schools struggle to attract students, some are using unscrupulous methods to fill classrooms.
Thailand confirms first case of Wuhan virus outside China
Woman, 61, in hospital since last Wednesday and now recovering. World Health Organisation says it is working with Chinese and Thai officials on case.
China Reports First Death From New Virus (Published 2020)
The coronavirus, which surfaced in the city of Wuhan, has put the region on alert, but there is no evidence that it can spread among humans.
Wuhan pneumonia: Hong Kong requests genetic details on virus
Experts say this would allow for more targeted tests and shorten time for diagnosis by more than half. They also call for calm, reminding the public that strain seems to be less lethal than Sars.
What we know about new Wuhan virus and how you can stay safe
Mainland Chinese experts have identified strain as being from same family as Sars, which killed nearly 300 people, and while Hong Kong has been on high alert new disease appears far milder than feared.
Founder of Chinese Education Platform Booed for Boorish Behavior
Luo Zhenyu is back in the spotlight thanks to a viral article highlighting his controversial views on women and work.
China Bans Imported Textbooks for Primary, Middle Schools
Textbook authors and editors are now required to hold political values that fall in line with the ideology of the Chinese Communist Party.
US warns citizens in China to take precautions over pneumonia virus
Outbreak in central city of Wuhan has seen 59 cases so far of the unidentified illness but Sars and bird flu have been ruled out.
