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Job interview attire: Woman’s revealing dress sparks controversy
A young woman from Guangzhou, China caused concern for her job interviewers by her choice of attire, a revealing black dress. In an increasingly competitive job market, potential candidates are going to great lengths to distinguish themselves. Beyond skills and abilities, physical appearance and personal image have become critical elements in securing employment or even a life partner. A young…
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Man attempts to return wife for leaving child home alone, mother-in-law refuses
A man returned his wife to her mother’s home after she repeatedly left their young daughter alone to sneak out and play cards. However, the mother-in-law refused to accept her back, stating that no returns were allowed. The man had given his wife a dowry of 380,000 yuan (1.86 million baht) when they married. Initially, their married life was joyful…
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Nightly jogs expose wife’s affair prompting immediate divorce
A man working away from home discovered his wife’s nightly jogs were not as innocent as she claimed. This revelation followed an anonymous phone call hinting at the truth, leading to an immediate divorce. Three years prior, Zhang, a man in his late twenties, married his 27 year old wife, Yan. Not long after their marriage, he had to travel…
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China couple divorces and remarries within an hour due to mother’s intervention
A recent incident involving a Chinese husband and wife who divorced, only to remarry less than an hour later following the intervention of the husband’s mother, has caused a stir amongst officials. The incident took place in the civil affairs office of Huanzhou in the Hubei province of China. The couple arrived at the office to file for divorce, with a…
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Bride returns dowry tenfold and gifts land rover in Thai baht value
What is the appropriate dowry? Many people have argued that for couples who truly love each other, the value of the dowry is merely a formality. This is because what the bride truly desires may not be wealth, but rather the positive attitude of her life partner and a married life filled with happiness and understanding. On November 9, a…
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China: Young maintenance worker loses life fixing faulty escalator
An accident involving a faulty escalator took the life of a 22 year old maintenance worker at a shopping centre in Guiyang City, Guizhou province, China. The individual, while servicing a faulty escalator, was abruptly engulfed by the mechanism and subsequently perished. The incident, as reported by HK01, occurred in a commercial centre where the escalator had been experiencing issues.…
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Traditional customs debate: Man seeks suitor online for older sister
The traditional custom of an elder sibling needing to marry before the younger one has led a 28 year old man to launch an online search for a suitor for his 35 year old unmarried sister. The 28 year old man found himself facing a predicament shared by many in families that adhere to traditional customs, particularly the belief that…
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Accidental broadcast: Teacher shares sweet chat with girlfriend in class
A young teacher unintentionally turned red-faced when he inadvertently broadcast a sweet conversation with his girlfriend to his classroom. The accidental broadcast left the students in stitches, transforming a routine day into a memorable one. The evolution of technology has brought about significant changes in the educational sector. Gone are the days of white chalk on blackboards, replaced by multimedia…
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Taiwanese singer-actress post-birth photo stirs controversy
Taiwanese singer-actress, Maxine Chi recently became a new mother following the birth of her first daughter. Chi and her husband flew to Canada a month in advance to prepare for the birth. The Taiwanese singer-actress posted the first picture after the birth, which showed her holding her newborn daughter against her chest, without a shirt on, which sparked some controversy…
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Machete-wielding Chinese man attacks BMW in shocking road rage incident
A violent road rage incident took place recently when a Chinese man brandished a machete and attacked a white BMW car after stepping out of a taxi. The altercation took place on a highway cutting across Hebei Province, China on November 7. The aggressive act, captured in a video clip, left many onlookers terrified. The incident unfolded when the two…
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Jilted John: Taiwanese bride abruptly cancels wedding mid-ceremony
A Taiwanese bride‘s wedding took an unexpected turn when she abruptly called off the ceremony mid-event, leaving the groom and guests stunned. The Taiwanese bride announced her decision on stage, before hastily leaving the venue, leaving behind a bewildered groom and shocked attendees. Weddings are considered a significant chapter in life, not only symbolising the culmination of a couple’s love…
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Mischievous bride: Groom’s jaw drops as ex-girlfriends play bridesmaids in unexpected wedding twist
A groom received an unexpected surprise when he arrived to pick up his bride and found that her bridesmaids were all his ex-girlfriends. This unusual event took place at the wedding of a couple from Chongqing, China, after a two-year courtship. The bride, known as Liu, discovered that some of her friends had previously dated her groom. Instead of being…
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Ploughing through prejudice: Chinese farmer’s job rejection due to being ugly
A rural farmer in China recently faced a peculiar predicament after multiple job rejections, not due to a lack of qualifications but, because he was too ugly and his facial features were deemed too angular. Pursuing better work opportunities, the farmer, named Truong, relocated to Chongqing, attracted by numerous job openings in local electronics factories known for their decent salaries and…
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Breaking news: Anchor keeps composure as false tooth falls out on live TV
An unexpected incident occurred during a live television broadcast when a female news anchor’s supposed false tooth fell out while she was speaking. The incident took place on November 4, on the 24-hour news channel CCTV13 of China Central Television. The professional manner in which she handled the awkward situation has drawn widespread praise online. The anchor, known for her…
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Handsome teacher sparks classroom shuffle in China
Despite the common understanding that students attend school to acquire knowledge, teachers can also play an integral role in making learning more enjoyable. A teacher’s vibrant personality can be an asset in winning over students. However, an excessively handsome teacher can sometimes create issues for themselves. Take, for instance, the recent situation involving a young male teacher from Guangdong province,…
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Cupid’s Arrow: Factory worker’s romantic gesture misses target, woman rejects overtures, sparks viral sympathy
A viral story from China has caught the attention of netizens after Cupid’s Arrow apparently missed its target. A factory worker’s bold declaration of love to a female colleague, complete with a bouquet, was met with rejection and disdain. The woman’s reason for the dismissal was simple – they didn’t know each other well enough for such a declaration of…
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Chinese bride’s childlike appearance raises concerns and sparks national intrigue
A bride from Ningxia, an autonomous region in China, sparked national intrigue due to her childlike appearance and small stature, raising questions about her legal age and whether her parents coerced her into marriage. However, the bride’s parents have now clarified the situation. The bride, who is 20 years old, has a physique and countenance that resemble a pre-adolescent, leading…
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Bride vanishes with wedding gifts and baby bump reveals shocking secret
In a shocking revelation, a bride disappeared just three days post-wedding, taking along with her not only the wedding gifts but also a baby bump. This startling event transpired in Huaiyang County, Henan Province, China. San Huang, a resident of the Huaiyang area, was overjoyed when his then-girlfriend announced her pregnancy. The couple, who had met online, quickly planned a…
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Chinese plumber discovers giant salamander in residential water pipe
In an unexpected turn of events, a Chinese plumber Phichit based in Guangdong‘s Huizhou city, encountered a large creature, a 40 centimetre salamander, while attending a routine service call. The plumber’s discovery within a residential water pipe has since baffled and amused online communities. The incident unfolded as Xue Hui was called to a customer’s residence to fix a water…
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Chinese groom in awe as wedding bride and her family stun netizens with their beauty
A wedding in Jiangsu province, China, is trending globally after images were released of the groom arriving to collect the bride from her home. The astonishing scene awaiting him included not only his beautiful bride but also two stunning women seated beside her. The two women accompanying the bride were later identified as the groom’s future mother-in-law and the bride’s…
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Woman’s online job interview gaffe sparks laughter and sympathy
A Chinese woman shared her mortifying experience during an online job interview. While she was dressed appropriately from the waist up, her lower half was not. She was left feeling extremely embarrassed when she forgot herself and stood up to turn on a light, letting her interviewers see her state of undress. The woman shared her story on the Xiaohongshu…
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Chinese woman attends blind date in pyjamas, surprises rich suitor
A woman in Sichuan province, China, caused a stir on social media when she turned up at a blind date in her pyjamas. She was not keen on tying the knot early, contrary to her parents’ insistence. However, the wealthy, handsome, and good-natured man she met left her astonished and confused. In today’s fast-paced world, the average marriage age is…
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Rice or wrong: Chinese student’s homework stirs online uproar
A Chinese primary school student was given an unusual homework assignment, sparking a heated online debate. The task required him to count 10,000 grains of rice, a task that kept his family up all night. The incident took a surprising turn when the teacher revealed the true aim of the exercise. The assignment, given by a teacher in Liaoning province,…
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Sensational subway stir: Hong Kong commuter’s provocative attire sparks online frenzy (video)
A video clip featuring a woman in provocative public attire travelling on a Hong Kong subway has sparked online debate. The footage, shared widely across social media platforms, showcases a young woman sporting a revealing outfit consisting of a light blue bra-like top and jeans, attracting much attention from fellow passengers. The video has since ignited a flurry of online…
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Ten year old girl confesses to stealing in heartwarming lesson on honesty
A ten year old girl in China voluntarily surrendered herself to the police after confessing to stealing money from her home to buy snacks. The incident, which has sparked widespread admiration on social media, saw the child’s father courageously using the experience to teach his daughter a valuable lesson about honesty and accountability. On August 22, the girl, named Zhang,…
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China mother takes revved-up son to court over ‘tuition’ savings
A mother in China has taken her 19 year old son to court after he spent her tuition savings to buy a new car for his girlfriend. The woman, known only as Liu, a 41 year old resident of Shexian province, raised her son, known only as Xiao Wei single-handedly following her divorce. Upon deciding to remarry, Liu transferred all…
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Eight year old girl receives diamond necklace from classmate in Valentine’s surprise
An eight year old girl was gifted a diamond necklace for Valentine’s Day by a classmate, leaving her mother shocked at both the extravagant gift and the subsequent refusal by the boy’s parents to reclaim it. The incident occurred in Yiyang City, Hunan Province, China. The local media reported that on February 14 this year, the young girl returned from…
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Teacher suicide in China prompts investigation into school pressures
A tragic suicide incident involving a 23 year old primary school teacher in China has caught the attention of many. The young woman, known as Lu, jumped from a six-story building ending her life, leaving behind a heart-wrenching note found by her sister on her mobile phone. The school is currently under scrutiny for denying access to the security camera…
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Kid’s joyride costs Lamborghini owner millions: Pricey playtime ride
An eight year old child, left unattended by his parents, ended up playing on a stranger’s Lamborghini worth tens of millions, causing the car owner to pay a hefty money for damages. The incident occurred on October 29 when a man named Su from Zhejiang province in China parked his Lamborghini in an open car park and went about his…
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Mystery of giant box on train sparks online speculation and warning over high repair costs
A baffling giant box spotted on a train sparked curiosity among hundreds of social media users, warning against touching it due to potential high repair costs. The discovery of an unusually shaped plastic box on a train, which was then shared online, led to speculation about the box’s contents. One social media user posted a photo of the box in…
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