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Beluga Whale

Captive beluga whales from China make epic journey to Iceland sanctuary

Two beluga whales from a Shanghai aquarium in China travelled thousands of miles to an open water sanctuary in Iceland. Conservationists hope the relocation project will become a model for rehoming some 3,000 beluga whales currently in captivity.

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‘Magic carpet’ ride in China malfunctions, injuring tourists
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Chinese father turns truck into ‘castle’ for daughter’s birthday surprise
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China’s police corgi caught stealing sausage during patrol
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Record-breaking windstorm hits Chinese cities
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US-China relations
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US-China relations
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Chinese woman blocks high-speed train door so friends can get on
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Chinese girl completes ‘ninja challenge’ in 3 minutes
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Robotics
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China society
Chinese women hire cosplayers to date virtual lovers
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Durians in China
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