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We have selected five Trending in China stories from the past seven days that resonated with our readers. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing.
1. Chinese actress Zhao Lusi claims verbal, physical abuse over failure to land roles
Concerns have been voiced amid reports – which have been denied – that Chinese actress Zhao Lusi, also known as Rosy Zhao, was verbally and physically abused by her agency for failing to secure roles.
2. Chinese woman, 124, shares longevity secrets, loves rice with lard, regular walks

A woman in China who has lived for over a century and is known for her love of lard rice and her optimistic lifestyle, has inspired millions of people online.
3. German firms hire private detectives to investigate if sick staff are genuinely unwell
German companies are hiring private detectives to investigate whether employees on long-term sick leave are genuinely ill, viewing it as an effective way to dismiss unproductive workers during economic hardship.
4. ‘Balenciaga of Belarus’ goes viral for festive bubble wrap quirky outfits costing US$90

A Belarusian designer brand has been dubbed “Balenciaga of Belarus” after its dress and jacket made completely out of bubble wrap went viral.
5. China basketball star banned for sneaking lover into dorm in suitcase to do ‘homework’

A top Chinese basketball player has been suspended after being accused of smuggling his girlfriend into his dormitory in a suitcase.


Longevity secrets from 124-year-old woman, Zhao Lusi’s abuse claims: 5 trending stories

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China cabby detained for dragging woman fare out of car, dumping her on expressway after row

Trending in China

Chinse actress Rosy Zhao has broken her silence on claims that she was verbally and physically abused by her talent agency. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo/Douyin

A 124-year-old woman in China has shared the secrets of her longevity, gaining praise from many people online. Photo: SCMP composite/cbgc.scol.com.cn

A fashion brand dubbed the “Balenciaga of Belarus” has gone viral over its bizarre bubble wrap outfits. Photo: SCMP composite/IG@znwr.store

The girlfriend, pictured here with Zhang, says he was helping her all night with her English studies. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin

Actress Zhao Wei’s divorce, ‘sterile’ Chinese woman’s pregnancy: 5 trending stories

A woman in China who fended off a knife attacker using just an umbrella and was hailed online as a hero for doing so has declined lucrative endorsements and live streaming opportunities so as not to tarnish her image. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin

Speculation is mounting over why famous Chinese actress Zhao Wei has moved to distance herself from her debt-ridden husband. Photo: SCMP composite/QQ.com/Weibo

A school vice-principal in China has sparked public outrage after her extramarital affair with a former pupil 10 years her junior was exposed online. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Weibo

Plastic-wrapped Chinese woman, ‘China’s grandma’ honoured: 5 trending stories

This woman seen wrapped in a big plastic bag post-childbirth is part of Chinese postpartum health practices for mother’s safety. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin

A restaurant in China is being investigated for using a mixture of old and new cooking oil in its hotpot dishes. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Douyin

An elderly woman in China has been nominated for the country’s top morality award after she adopted 38 abandoned babies. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo

Fake baby bumps, Chinese posing as Dubai royalty, dim sum wrestling: 5 trending stories

Young, single women in China are taking fake pregnancy photos so they can look good when the real thing comes along. Photo: SCMP composite/Xiaohongshu

Fans were outraged by Chinese table tennis champion Wang Chuqin’s relocation from the central position, as they considered it a crucial symbol for their idol. Photo: Weibo

China KOLs who pretended to be wives of Dubai royalty while promoting household items have had their accounts banned and videos removed. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin

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From actress Zhao Lusi’s claim of agency abuse to a 124-year-old woman sharing her longevity secrets, here are five stories from recent SCMP reporting


From actress Zhao Lusi’s claim of agency abuse to a 124-year-old woman sharing her longevity secrets, here are five stories from recent SCMP reporting.


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