China

Former AstraZeneca Regional Head Leon Wang Charged with Unlawful Collection of Personal Information, Illegal Trade, and Medical Insurance Fraud

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Leon Wang

China has formally charged AstraZeneca’s former regional head Leon Wang, marking a significant development in a prolonged investigation that has drawn global attention to the pharmaceutical giant’s operations in one of its most important markets. The charges follow more than a year after Wang was detained by Chinese authorities amid broader probes into alleged irregularities … Read more

Who Is Zifan Wang, the Meta AI Scientist Denied US Re-Entry Following Visit to China?

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Zifan Wang

Zifan Wang is a research scientist at Meta whose abrupt relocation from San Francisco to London has drawn attention to the fragility of global talent mobility in the current geopolitical climate. After seven years of studying and working legally in the United States, Wang was denied re-entry following a personal visit to China, despite holding … Read more

Crying Horse Toy Goes Viral After Smile Mistakenly Stitched Upside Down

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Crying Horse

As China prepares to usher in the Year of the Horse, a zodiac symbol traditionally associated with vitality, perseverance and tireless effort, a very different equine figure has captured the public imagination. Instead of embodying optimism or drive, a small red stuffed horse with a downturned, almost mournful expression has become a viral sensation across … Read more

101-Year-Old Jiang Yueqin Surprises Netizens with ‘Unhealthy’ Reverse Lifestyle: Stays Up Till 2am Watching TV, Enjoys Late-Night Snacks, Yet Thrives with All Natural Teeth

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Jiang Yueqin

In an era dominated by wellness checklists, early bedtimes, calorie tracking and strict daily regimens, the story of a 101-year-old woman from eastern China has captured global attention for doing almost everything “wrong” yet ageing remarkably well. Jiang Yueqin, a centenarian from Wenzhou in Zhejiang province, has become an unlikely symbol of healthy ageing precisely … Read more

What is the Viral ‘Are You Dead?’ Chinese App Targeted at People Living Alone?

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Are You Dead

In an era marked by rapid urbanisation, changing family structures, and a growing preference for independent living, technology is increasingly being used to address the quiet risks that accompany solitude. One such example is a Chinese mobile application whose stark name has captured public attention far beyond its home market. Known domestically as Sileme, which … Read more

3 Hikers Die on Forbidden Aotai Line in Northwest China

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Aotai Line

Chinese authorities have renewed urgent warnings against hiking the Aotai Line, a perilous mountain route in northwest China that has long been officially closed to the public, after three hikers died during an unauthorised crossing earlier this month. The incident, which involved five individuals attempting to traverse the trail in Shaanxi province, has once again … Read more

Truth Behind Viral Video Of Chinese Man Offering Cigarettes To Burqa-Clad Women In Pakistan

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Man Offering Cigarettes To Burqa-Clad Women

A series of viral videos circulating widely on social media platforms in late December has placed Pakistan at the center of an intense online debate over cultural respect, foreign conduct, and the role of law enforcement. The clips, allegedly filmed in Islamabad, show a Chinese man engaging in behavior that many viewers have described as … Read more

Chinese Influencer Liu Ergou with 44 Million Followers Banned After Vulgar Hot Spring Pool Party Livestream

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Liu Ergou

A prominent Chinese internet influencer known as Liu Ergou has been banned from live-streaming after broadcasting what authorities and platform moderators described as “vulgar” content from a hot spring pool party. The incident has reignited debate in China over the responsibility of digital platforms, the effectiveness of content moderation, and the broader social impact of … Read more

Truth Behind 5-Year-Old Girl Cutting Mao Zedong’s Portrait from 100-Yuan Notes After Being Left Alone by Father

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Cutting Mao Zedong's Portrait from 100-Yuan Notes

A seemingly unbelievable incident from eastern China captured widespread attention in mid-December 2025 after reports emerged that a five-year-old girl had accidentally destroyed her father’s life savings while playing with scissors. The child, from Qingdao in Shandong Province, reportedly seen Cutting Mao Zedong’s Portrait from 100-Yuan Notes after discovering a large stash of cash at … Read more

Bear Attacks Keeper at Hangzhou Safari Park During Show: Watch

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Bear Attacks Keeper

A disturbing incident at Hangzhou Safari Park in Zhejiang Province has ignited fresh scrutiny of animal performances in China after a black Bear Attacks Keeper during a weekend show. What began as a routine presentation quickly descended into chaos when the bear, moments removed from completing an earlier act, suddenly lunged at the handler guiding … Read more