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TIME Explains Why Chloe Zhao’s Oscar Win Was Censored In China
30 Apr 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
Chinese state-run media outlets and social media sites in China censored the incredible news of Chloe Zhao’s Oscar victory. Here’s why.
The Importance Of A Pre-Shipment Inspection
14 Dec 2020 by Damon Sivitilli / No Comments
A pre-shipment inspection is essentially a very systemized process dedicated to inspecting newly manufactured products.
Here’s The Ad Wuhan Is Using To Lure Tourists Back [Video]
04 Dec 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Like many cities with hospitality industries ravaged by the pandemic, Wuhan is trying its best to boost its appeal and lure tourists back.
Chinese Labour Camp Prisoner Hid A Secret Message In Toys For Help [Video]
02 Nov 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
While unpacking some Halloween decorations, a mom in America found a note from a labour camp detainee in China, asking for help. The rest is history.
Why You Shouldn’t Throw Firecrackers Into Manholes [Video]
27 Oct 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
This child found out the hard way that it isn’t a great idea to throw fireworks into manholes when you don’t know what’s down there.
We Could Learn A Thing Or Two From China’s ‘COVID-Proof’ City
09 Sep 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Work has started on a new “COVID-proof” city of the future, designed to keep life ticking over when the rest of the world shuts down.
Like A Bond Film: Satellite Catches Chinese Nuclear Sub Slipping Out Of Secret Underground Lair
24 Aug 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
There’s nothing like a nuclear submarine, designed to hunt and kill other subs, emerging from a secret underground bunker, to ramp up the Bond vibes.
They’ve Discovered A New Flu With “Pandemic Potential” In China
30 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Just when we thought the current pandemic was the extent of what we’d have to worry about this year, China discovers a mutation of the H1N1 virus.
Ja, So Tencent Is Building A City The Size Of Monaco [Images]
26 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Dubbed “Net City”, Tencent’s ‘city of the future’ looks like it’s going to be pretty impressive.
The ‘Livestream Queen’ Gets More Viewers Than ‘Game Of Thrones’ And Sells Everything From Rocket Launches To Noodles
05 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Meet Viya, the woman who can sell anything, placing her atop the lucrative livestream shopping industry.
100 Countries Gunning For China As Investigation Calls Grow
19 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
There are many countries that are going to emerge from the coronavirus pandemic with their reputations tarnished. China is certainly one of them.
China Thanks Healthcare Workers With Spectacular Drone Display [Video]
22 Apr 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
China put on a spectacular light show using drones to express their thanks to health workers at the forefront of combatting the pandemic.
This Is What It’s Like Shopping In China Right Now [Video]
09 Mar 2020 by Maya-Rose Torrao / No Comments
When a virus hits your country as hard as coronavirus hit China, even everyday tasks, like shopping, can get complicated.
UK Coronavirus Panic – Brits Stockpile Food, Wear Masks And Don’t Go To Gym
13 Feb 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The ninth case of coronavirus has been confirmed in the UK, sending people into survival mode as they stockpile food and lock themselves indoors.
Real-Time Map Lets You Watch The Coronavirus Spread Across The Planet
30 Jan 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Sidestep the false information about the coronavirus, or Wuhan virus as it’s also known, with this real-time tracker that lets you watch its progression in real-time.
Royals Kitty Spencer And Peter Phillips Go Head To Head Selling Milk In China [Videos]
24 Jan 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The Queen’s grandson, Peter Phillips, and Princess Diana’s niece, Kitty Spencer, both appeared in Chinese milk adverts recently.
Guess Which SA Street Made It Onto ‘World’s Most Beautiful Streets’ List?
05 Dec 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
CNN’s list of the world’s most beautiful streets pays homage to the best way to experience a city – going for a stroll and taking it all in from the ground.
Mystery Deepens Around Disappearance Of Man Who Created Genetically Engineered Babies
29 Nov 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
A year ago, Chinese scientist He Jiankui claimed that he had helped to make the first genetically engineered babies. He’s since disappeared, and the babies are nowhere to be seen, either.
‘Peasant’ Goes Viral With Binge Drinking Videos
24 Oct 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Liu Shichao is a self-confessed peasant and ‘stunt drinker’, which means that he drinks a lot in a very short period of time, on camera.
John Oliver’s Look At China’s Controversial One-Child Policy [Video]
09 Oct 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
China may have ended its one-child policy back in 2015, but the ramifications of that rule will still be felt for generations to come.
Radical Footage Of Hong Kong Cops Storming Train Station, Hitting Passengers [Videos]
02 Sep 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
The ongoing protests in Hong Kong turned very violent this past weekend, as police used extreme force to disband pro-democracy protesters.
HONG KONG – Incredible Visuals As 1,7 Million People March In Rain, Forming Umbrella Tapestry [Video]
19 Aug 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Hong Kong residents feel that their democratic freedoms are under threat, and they aren’t going down without a fight.
Wave Machine Malfunction Causes ‘Tsunami’ Mayhem At Waterpark [Videos]
01 Aug 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
A malfunctioning wave pool sent a massive wave crashing down on unsuspecting tourists at a Chinese waterpark.
Radical Footage Of Kid (Three) Being Caught With A Blanket Six Storeys Down [Video]
01 Aug 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
A child, dangling off the edge of a balcony, was saved thanks to the quick thinking of the people passing by.
Trevor Noah Unpacks Why The Relationship Between Russia And China Pisses Trump Off [Videos]
12 Jun 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping are currently the best of buds, and you just know that’s going to irk America’s president.
South African Huawei Users Are Freaking Out Right Now
21 May 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Some South African Huawei users are trying to get a refund, after Google cut off Huawei’s Android license.
It’s Getting Very Ugly Between Huawei And Google
20 May 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
The US has cracked down on Chinese tech companies, causing Google to cut off Huawei’s Android license. That has ramifications for Huawei phone users.
Idiot Vlogger Tries To Eat Octopus Live, Octopus Shows No Mercy [Video]
10 May 2019 by Carrie / 1 Comment
When you’ll do anything for subscribers, you could find yourself in some pretty uncomfortable situations – especially if there’s an octopus involved.
Africa’s Largest Mosque Is Staggering – Holds 120k Worshippers And Was Built By China
29 Apr 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Now that it’s complete, the Great Mosque of Algiers is the largest in Africa and third largest in the world.
Tuesday Morning Spice
12 Feb 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Gordhan cracks Eskom whip. US Shutdown averted. Sans Souci slap latest. China’s slump. Fox News germ blunder. What new ‘Scorpions’ will look like. Mars company bankrupt. Siya shortlisted. Lady Gaga meme. Katy Perry ‘blackface’ shoes.
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