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Privacy row as women in China community chat group required to share menstrual dates
Anger after village doctor asks for period dates, phone numbers; online critics slam move, ask if next step is ‘forced fertilisation’.
11 Dec 2025 - 2:00PM
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China ‘most beautiful’ bodyguard in spotlight during French president visit
11 Dec 2025 - 10:31AM
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Why Chinese believe morally, ‘it’s better to marry a widow than a divorced woman’
9 Dec 2025 - 9:56AM
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‘Breasts will be larger’: China parenting app messages leave expectant dads uneasy
Customer service representative from Baby Tree clarifies that these notifications are generated automatically by an AI tool.
5 Dec 2025 - 6:00PM
A parenting app in China sent expectant fathers uncomfortable messages about body changes of pregnant women. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock
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China wife of gay husband contests estate against his lover, parents after man’s death
Homosexuals posed as ‘father and son’ in public before older of the two was killed in road accident, sparking bitter legal dispute.
3 Dec 2025 - 11:42PM
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China clothing brand slammed for laundry tag, ‘please give it to your beloved woman’
‘Inappropriate’ expression on tag not intended to ‘insult’ women, say firm as some online observers call upon ‘sisters’ to boycott company.
2 Dec 2025 - 9:00AM
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What Chinese phrase ‘wearing small shoes’ means, how it links to painful bridal shoes
Idiom stretches back to ancient times, invokes acts of revenge and humiliation, is commonly used in today’s workplace.
22 Nov 2025 - 2:00PM
The Chinese phrase “wearing small shoes” describes someone who makes life difficult for others, an expression which dates back to ancient times. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock
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‘Buying babies’: Taiwan gay couple’s surrogacy produces 4 infants, sparks online backlash
‘Selfish’ same-sex couple become parents of baby quartet in Mexico; hit back at critics who accuse them of using infants to gain online traffic.
22 Nov 2025 - 9:00AM
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Japan bullying victim becomes ‘world’s most beautiful’ after US$650,000 plastic surgery
Wealthy ‘patrons’ shell out thousands of dollars to pay for man’s procedures; get ‘company, meals out, parties, shopping’ in return.
9 Nov 2025 - 6:33AM
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China woman, married to Saudi man, cyberbullied for sharing lavish life, culture
She only learns about husband’s affluent background after relocating to Saudi Arabia with him; his father owns land, hotels, shops.
6 Nov 2025 - 2:00PM
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‘Disrespectful’ China airline hit for hiring ‘air aunties’ as flight attendants
Shanghai-based budget carrier prefers women who are ‘married or with children’; says they have ‘life experience and empathy’ for passengers.
3 Nov 2025 - 8:30AM
A Chinese airline has come under fire for recruiting married women and mothers as flight attendants, and saying they are more caring. Photo: Shutterstock/Douyin
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Why China Lahu women shave heads on wedding day; locals drown pigs during mourning
Head-shaving ritual not only marks new life chapter but also symbolises lifelong commitment to chosen partners.
28 Oct 2025 - 6:00PM
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China university graduate quits finance job for acting, values freedom over high pay
Zeng relinquishes a lucrative job and a vibrant lifestyle, but in return, she attains what she describes as ‘freedom of life’.
27 Oct 2025 - 6:00PM
Viral stories
Japan café allows customers to serve staff as maids for US$25, attracts many men
Cosplay culture-inspired pop-up outlet charges customers who want to dress up in ‘elegant’ maids outfits; indulge serving ‘fantasy’.
25 Oct 2025 - 9:00AM
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China’s first Tibetan woman pilot dreams of being ‘coolest captain’, excels at sport
Top gun fighter pilot from Tibetan plateau describes herself as a ‘warrior’ in the sky; says ultimate goal is to protect the country.
2 Oct 2025 - 9:15AM
Gesang Baizhen, 25, China’s first woman flying ace from Tibet, dreams of becoming “the coolest pilot”. She also excels in a range of sports. Photo: SCMP composite/CCTV/people.cm
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China actress Wang Ziwen, like many mainland women, embraces single motherhood
Revelation of her raising young son on her own has been met with admiration, as it resonates with young Chinese women.
30 Sep 2025 - 9:08AM
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Concerns rise over Chinese male climbing companions carrying women, massaging legs
Internet users label climbing companion service as ‘yellow,’ – a Chinese slang term that implies pornography.
20 Sep 2025 - 2:00PM
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China pupils chided for using slang ‘tang people’ insult related to Down’s syndrome
Outraged’ educator lays down law to schoolchildren after she hears them using term related to Down’s syndrome to mock ‘silly’ classmates.
19 Sep 2025 - 6:00PM
A teacher in China has berated her pupils for using the term “tang people” in a derogatory manner related to Down’s syndrome as an insult. Photo: Shutterstock
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Japan trans woman proud of baseball player to hostess transition, embraces true identity
‘Beautiful’ nightclub worker derided as ‘gross’ by schoolmates when she first wore make-up; ‘before and after’ online posts viewed by millions.
17 Sep 2025 - 10:03AM
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Chinese sole woman trainer for military parade mixes DJ music with marching
Experienced PLA trainer with a difference also addresses ‘psychological’ well-being of ‘unexpressive’ male soldiers.
29 Aug 2025 - 2:00PM
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‘Beautiful’ China police officer goes viral, hits 10 bullseyes in shooting practice
Marksmanship of ‘heroic’ woman officer who starred in anti-crime public education film is hailed online; 26-year-old remains humble.
20 Aug 2025 - 9:00AM
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China feminist actress’ ‘sexy is fine, but objectification is not’ speech resurfaces
‘Sex symbol’ TV host and actress who suffered high-profile sexist ‘prank’ at wedding almost a decade ago is reborn as fighter for women’s rights.
11 Aug 2025 - 6:39PM
A famous Chinese actress and televison host, who was once seen as a “sex symbol” has been celebrated as a feminist icon after a speech she made in 2016 resurfaced. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo
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‘Do what you think is beautiful’: China hurdler derides gossip, embraces confidence
Olympic track star hits back at plastic surgery detractors, says accusations over cosmetic work are ‘recognition’ of her beauty.
11 Aug 2025 - 2:17PM
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China TV host sparks no kids debate, reveals plans to hire carers for old age
Famous television personality says being single is ‘not bad’, adds that when you learn to love yourself, it gets harder to fall for someone else.
8 Aug 2025 - 6:00PM
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‘Milestone’: China launches first national childcare subsidies amid birth crisis
But analysts warn the cash transfers may be too little, too late.
28 Jul 2025 - 7:53PM
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