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After 24 years apart, a father and son in China reunited, allowing the father to finally lead a normal life. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin
Human trafficking

China dad offers US$1.4 million reward for son’s return, reunites after 24 years

At reunion, father gifts son US$415,000 Mercedes-Benz, education fund, but son declines, wanting to create own success.

Health in China

China seniors adopt quirky workouts – crocodile crawl, tree-bumping for longevity

Chinese superstitions

Odd Chinese customs in treating guests – enough means more, less tea, more wine

China birth rate

Chinese couple have 9 daughters, all named ‘di’, hoping for a son

Many Chinese couples believe son can support them in old age, viewing daughter as akin to water that has been poured out when they marry.

A Chinese couple, longing for a son, welcomed nine daughters over 20 years, all named with the character “di”, meaning “brother”, reflecting traditional beliefs in son preference in China. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin
Pets

Chinese pet cloning charges up to US$52,000, raises ethical and health concerns

As people’s attachment to pets grows in China more people are forking out large amounts of cash to replicate dead ‘fur babies’.

Chinese woman seeks US$6,800 for chores, divorce court awards 5 times the amount

Ex-husband expresses surprise at award as some people online suggest men deserve compensation for being ‘bodyguards’, ‘chauffeurs’.

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China education

Ex-China security guard becomes lawyer after decade auditing top courses

Hard-working, do-any-job man from poor rural background shows grit, determination to realise dream of joining fight for justice.

A hard-working ex-security guard in China has realised his dream of becoming lawyer after years of study at a top university. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin/QQ.com
Children in China

Millions praise China kindergarten guard for waltzing with girl upset by late arriving mum

Joyful nursery school security guard wows social media with moves, reveals previous life as professional dancer.

Parenting: newborns to toddlers

Taiwan mum causes baby’s 3-toe amputation after falling asleep with hairdryer, jailed

Court says according to woman’s educational qualifications, cognitive abilities, she should have had the common sense to avert tragedy.

Video | Chinese parents slammed for taking 16-month-old son to gym

The toddler’s father is a physical trainer and his mother is a high school PE teacher.

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Chinese parents slammed for taking 16-month-old son to gym
China birth rate

This 39-year-old China grandma goes viral online in clip feeding infant grandson

Internet users in awe over ‘slim, young’ grandma with 20,000 online fans who feeds grandson as daughter-in-law rests nearby.

A 39-year-old grandmother has shocked mainland social media with her youthful looks in a viral video of her feeding her infant grandson. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin
China's ageing population

Chinese woman, 103, dies after 80-year wait for husband who worked abroad

Centenarian never gave up hope of finding her absent husband whose last letter to her was in 1952, family say she was ‘at peace’ when she passed.

Accidents and disasters in China

China friends save crash driver, share story with shop boss who turns out to be dad

Karma comes quick as car-crash Good Samaritans stop off at eatery after accident, are given extra free food then truth emerges about victim.

France

‘Fearless’ China duo make history, achieving Top 4 at renowned dance contest

Organisers praise pair for coming in as underdogs but leaving as crowd favourites after relentless, unstoppable performance.

Two Chinese boys made history by placing in the Top 4 at an international street dance contest in France. Photo: SCMP composite/Baidu/Sina
Animals

Man in China tortures cat to death, only gets a fine, detention, sparks outrage

‘Mentally ill’ man stamps on helpless feline, breaks animal’s legs and gouges its eyes out, sparks wave of anger on social media.

A man in China who tortured a cat to death has been detained after his actions sparked a wave of social media anger. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote/Douyin
Crime in China

Chinese woman survives cliff fall but newborn faces congenital heart disease

She says her son is showing encouraging signs of recovery, but as first-time mum, she feels overwhelming fear, helplessness.

Robotics

China automated noodle shop makes food in 48 seconds for US$1.4, no tip required

Tiny restaurant that uses robotics to mix ingredients for 10 different dishes to literally serve fast food.

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Chinese superstitions

4 fun, dangerous festivals in China – knife climbing, frog dancing

From risky blade climbing to legalised thievery, China’s cultural diversity makes the country home to numerous strange festivals.

The Post runs the rule over a few of China’s most bizarre annual festivals. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Baidu/Sohu/YouTube
Viral stories

5 celebrity cats from Thai runway to Hawaiian waves that captivate fans globally

The felines show remarkable adaptability, resilience, and survival strength to entertain, inspire those who meet them.

Children in China

China boy melts hearts by urging mum to pamper herself, saying her happiness matters

‘Your husband and your child are not the sole sources of light in your life. You must cherish yourself,’ boy tells mum.

Viral stories

Chinese tourist critical as she leans from train for photos, strikes tunnel wall

Daredevil holidaymakers who dice with death while travelling on railways overseas are hit with travel safety warning by Chinese authorities.

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A Chinese tourist has been critically injured in Sri Lanka after she leaned out of a train to have her photograph taken. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/RedNote/Douyin

Video | Chinese hiker earns US$41,000 a year guiding tourists up popular mountain

Chen charges 600 yuan (US$83) for a daytime trip and 700 yuan (US$97) at night.

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Chinese hiker earns US$41,000 a year guiding tourists up popular mountain
Scams and swindles

China actor expresses concern over AI scams impersonating him, seeks tougher laws

One victim plans to travel 2,000km to meet fake Jin while another almost leaves her husband.

Tourism

‘Playful’ beggars flood China city for alcohol, cigarettes as new form of expression

This signifies an element of rebellion as a way to push against norms and liberate from typical expectations.

Mainland China

Video | Chinese driver skilfully manoeuvres car on narrow road

It took the driver about three minutes to get off the slope.

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Chinese driver skilfully manoeuvres car on narrow road

Video | Truck in China carries 2 containers side by side, blocking traffic on highway

Vehicles behind the truck could not overtake for half an hour.

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Truck in China carries 2 containers side by side, blocking traffic on highway
Icons and Influencers

Real ‘Truman Show’: man in China live-streamed 24/7, becomes unwitting influencer

Neighbours set up surveillance cameras to record every move of unaware 62-year-old with ‘intellectual difficulties’.

Scams and swindles

China manager creates 22 fake staff with perfect attendance, embezzles US$2.2 million

Scamming human resources manager in charge of payroll creates bogus employment records, ordered to reimburse pilfered salary pay.

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