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Facebook says technical error caused vulgar translation of Chinese leader's name
Facebook Inc on Saturday blamed a technical error for Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s name appearing as “Mr Shithole” in posts on its platform when translated into English from Burmese, apologizing for any offense caused.
January 18, 2020 Source: U.S.
The Empty Consumerism of China’s ‘Queer Eye’ Clone
What happens when you take the “queer” out of “Queer Eye”?
January 16, 2020 Source: Sixth Tone
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.
January 16, 2020 Source: Sixth Tone
U.S. and Iran Are Trolling Each Other — in China (Published 2020)
On Chinese social media, where diplomatic rows rarely break into view, people have watched with fascination as the two countries’ embassies trade barbs.
January 16, 2020 Source: The New York Times
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.
January 14, 2020 Source: Sixth Tone
Camera Above the Classroom
Chinese schools are using facial recognition on students. But should they?
January 14, 2020 Source: Sixth Tone
Chinese Audiences Debate Chinese-ness of ‘The Farewell’
Movie about Chinese culture, set in China, wows American audiences but flops in mainland premiere.
January 14, 2020 Source: Sixth Tone
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.
January 14, 2020 Source: Sixth Tone
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.
January 8, 2020 Source: Sixth Tone
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.
January 7, 2020 Source: Sixth Tone
Beijing’s New Solution for Millions of Tons of Trash
Following in Shanghai’s footsteps, the Chinese capital will become the second city in the country to implement a compulsory waste-sorting policy.
January 7, 2020 Source: Sixth Tone
Couple detained for five days after taking nudes in amusement park
Man and woman shot pornographic images and videos and shared them on social media as part of publicity stunt, park operators say.
January 7, 2020 Source: South China Morning Post
China Targets Internet Giants in Antitrust Law Overhaul
China has included the internet industry for the first time in an envisioned overhaul of its anti-monopoly laws, potentially giving regulators the power to rein in the country’s increasingly dominant technology giants.
January 6, 2020 Source: Bloomberg
Why China’s Gay Academics Feel They Must Stand Out or Stay Hidden
Some have won recognition and acceptance by outperforming their straight peers, but holding sexual minorities to a higher standard is neither ethical nor reasonable.
January 6, 2020 Source: Sixth Tone
How a New Law Turned China’s Vaccine Industry Upside-Down
China is trying to inoculate itself against future faulty vaccine scandals with strict new legislation. But the changes have led to complications.
January 5, 2020 Source: Sixth Tone
The Viral Artwork Emerging From Hong Kong's Protests
The ongoing movement immortalizes its actions and demands through crowdsourced imagery.
January 3, 2020 Source: Hyperallergic
Chinese childcare blogger sorry for ‘home alone’ punishment
Mother of three says sorry after she made six-year-old daughter stay behind to do homework while the rest of the family visited an amusement park.
January 3, 2020 Source: South China Morning Post
China Approves Production of First Domestic HPV Vaccine
Experts say the low-cost vaccine will be accessible to a large population and help prevent cervical cancer.
January 2, 2020 Source: Sixth Tone
The Problem With China’s Medical Tourism Boom
Millions of anxious women have traveled to Hong Kong in search of peace of mind, but local clinics and insurance agents aren’t always reliable health partners.
January 2, 2020 Source: Sixth Tone
The Trial Testing China’s New ‘Fake Drugs’ Policy
As China relaxes a law against importing unapproved medication, a woman’s future hangs in the balance.
January 2, 2020 Source: Sixth Tone