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‘Green miracle’: US teacher’s donation to China farmer turns into lush forest
‘You gave the trees life and watched them grow, just as parents take pride in their children,’ says Sakolsky.
30 Aug 2026 - 10:01AM
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Chinese actress Jing Tian hits back at crypto mogul Justin Sun’s claims
28 Aug 2026 - 6:11PM
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Viral China maths genius’ workbook sells 26,000 in 4 days, sparking mixed reactions
27 Aug 2026 - 6:03PM
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China PhD student viral for Christopher Nolan interview accused of plagiarism
While silent on allegations, Zhongshu reiterates a sentiment from Nolan interview, ‘We live in an age that demands apology from greatness’.
24 Aug 2026 - 6:00PM
Chinese PhD student Zhongshu achieved international acclaim for her interview with filmmaker Christopher Nolan, but she now finds herself embroiled in plagiarism allegations. Photo: SCMP composite/Bilibili/QQ.com
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Chinese abduction survivor who inspired movie enters direct PhD programme
Wenle and fellow survivors use their social media presence to support families searching for long-lost children.
15 Aug 2026 - 9:00AM
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Ex-factory worker and engineer to make history as one of China’s first space passengers
When asked why she desires to travel to space at the age of 73, Huang simply stated that she just wants ‘to take a look’.
14 Aug 2026 - 6:00PM
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Ex-Chinese pyramid scheme boss charges US$18,000 to ‘discipline’ kids
Rather than hiding his criminal record, Ru Ping flaunts it as a badge of honour, proudly boasting to his followers that he ‘grew up in prison’.
12 Aug 2026 - 2:59PM
An ex-pyramid scheme boss now charges parents US$18,000 for youth correctional advice, with many revering him as a spiritual saviour. Photo: Baidu
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Iconic 1991 photo of Chinese girl reflects thirst for knowledge, changing lives
Initiative behind photo has garnered US$3.7 billion in donations, establishing 21,000 rural schools for 7.8 million underprivileged students.
9 Aug 2026 - 4:00PM
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China ‘delivery rider poet’ known for scrap-paper verses wins elite literature prize
Wang rejects claims that the previous two decades prior to his fame were wasted, describing them as ‘a heavy snow’ that enriched his life.
7 Aug 2026 - 2:27PM
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‘Shy’ Chinese Elon Musk lookalike chef draws crowds, prefers work over fame
Several individuals have approached Ma with business opportunities, but he chooses to prioritise his restaurant over live-streaming.
30 Jul 2026 - 2:06PM
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From bankruptcy to viral critic: the journey of Chinese veteran actor Li Chengru
Beijing-born celebrity grew up in poverty and later became a wealthy businessman before losing his millions in the 1990s.
21 Jul 2026 - 6:00PM
Acclaimed veteran Chinese actor Li Chengru is widely celebrated for his versatile performances and sharp, candid television commentary. Photo: SCMP composite/Baidu/QQ.com
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China student discovered on video platform shines as heroine in acclaimed film
Recent graduate Li Sitong hopes for more acting roles after starring in emotional telling of a decades-spanning secret involving a stranger.
17 Jul 2026 - 6:27PM
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Chinese motorcycle tycoon donates US$735,000 to flood victims after clearing debt
ZXMOTO founder Zhang Xue, who also sends a team with supplies to Guangxi, hopes contribution will have ‘great impact’ on people.
15 Jul 2026 - 2:00PM
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‘Yunnan’s strongest matchmaker’ wins China fans by turning flaws into strengths
24-year-old boasts about his clients in a fun way, for example, describing a woman with diabetes as a ‘sweet girl’.
14 Jul 2026 - 3:38PM
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Singer Leehom Wang gets 39 stitches after stage cable trip during China concert
Mandopop star falls after stumbling over harness, shattering cartilage of left ear, but continues performance.
12 Jul 2026 - 4:00PM
Taiwanese-American singer Leehom Wang was rushed for medical treatment after a shocking on-stage trip over a safety harness left him with 39 facial stitches during a concert in China. Photo: Weibo
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China child influencers slammed for ‘distorting values’ in staged online videos
Controversial now-deleted viral clips featuring online celebrities as young as 3 in focus as Chinese cyberspace authorities toughen rules.
9 Jul 2026 - 6:00PM
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Burned-out Chinese workers flock to tourist-site ‘poet actor’ for life wisdom
Wang Haonan goes viral playing Tang dynasty cultural icon, providing poetic solace to those who consult him about their problems.
5 Jul 2026 - 8:59AM
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Top Chinese influencer sells pricey courses after government live-streaming ban
Following 2024 suspension and fine over false advertising, Crazy Older Brother Yang’s newest e-commerce plan puts him back in the spotlight.
4 Jul 2026 - 4:00PM
Following a government live-streaming ban and the suspension of Three Sheep Network, co-founder “Crazy Big Yang Ge”, above, has transitioned to selling high-priced corporate training courses. Photo: Douyin
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‘Pass on the warmth’: blind Chinese teen aces gaokao, chooses medicine to help others
Music becomes his sanctuary and, with guidance from his teachers, he learns to play five instruments.
29 Jun 2026 - 9:00AM
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‘Imitation genius’: China influencer overcomes abusive dad to self-fund US education
Zhong’s drive is to become his family’s pillar and protect his mother and younger sister.
26 Jun 2026 - 2:00PM
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Wife of ALS-stricken China e-commerce tycoon refuses divorce despite request
Raised in Beijing, Duan was rebellious and independent from a young age, later meeting Cai through matchmaking in 2018.
24 Jun 2026 - 6:00PM
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Ex-hospital director opens China’s only school for HIV-positive children
‘The only difference between them and other children is that they take one extra pill a day,’ Guo says.
24 Jun 2026 - 11:09AM
In Shanxi, a former hospital director established China’s sole school for children born with HIV, offering shelter and education amid Aids stigma. Photo: QQ.com
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‘Only death can stop me’: dying Chinese tycoon works 12 hours daily to cure ALS
Top e-commerce executive who has survived several near-death episodes, says ‘faith’ keeps him going in the ‘darkest night’.
21 Jun 2026 - 9:00AM
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Last professional letter writer in Chinese city pens 100,000 missives over 59 years
Renowned man of many words bridges overseas divide for migrant families; turns mundane messages into poetry to convey emotion.
20 Jun 2026 - 4:00PM
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China Gen Z male midwife goes viral for skills, looks, ‘powerful tenderness’
25-year-old overcomes ‘shameful’ taunts from relatives about career choice, says witnessing births makes him respect ‘strength’ of women.
18 Jun 2026 - 9:00AM
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