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Chinese butcher deboning lamb with mouth sparks outrage
A video clip showing a Chinese butcher in Anhui province, Eastern China, using his mouth to debone raw lamb has caused an uproar on Chinese social media, according to a report from the South China Morning Post. The butcher asserts that this technique has been in practice for several decades and can be executed without contaminating the meat with saliva…
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Dog leash drama: Woman leading boyfriend sparks debate in China
A video clip of a young woman leading her boyfriend on a dog leash while shopping has sparked a heated online debate in China. The woman was seen making her boyfriend crawl on the street and berating him to move faster when he struggled to keep up. The young woman had attached a dog leash around the young man’s neck,…
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Unconventional love story: Woman marries younger man
A 50 year old woman recently revealed her unconventional love story, explaining how her marriage to a 26 year old man was a result of his desire to repay her kindness. The woman, a successful businesswoman, used to donate money to underprivileged students, one of whom was her current husband. The woman noted that their relationship wasn’t simply a case…
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Shocking truth revealed about nutritionally poor meals at Chinese kindergarten
A shocking truth behind the school meals provided at a kindergarten in Hui Zhou, Guangdong province, China, was exposed by a concerned mother. The incident, which quickly gained interest online, unfolded when the mother decided to check on her child’s lunch at the kindergarten. Upon arrival, she was shocked to find that her child’s meal consisted only of white rice…
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Chinese father shows confidence in son’s future despite poor grades
Even with a son who has the worst grades in his class, a Chinese father stood firm in a parent meeting, voicing his belief in a bright future for his child. The meeting took place at a primary school in Chingtao, Shantung province, China, where the father of the worst student in the class received commendations from other parents for…
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HK dog meat deception: App-savvy con artists swipe 6.2 million baht
Cyber criminals in Hong Kong unleashed a devious plot involving faux dog meat sales, designed to hook unsuspecting victims into downloading a treacherous mobile app. Hong Kong police are on high alert as they uncover a ploy wherein scammers exploit two social media pages peddling fragrant meat, with no connection to actual dog meat. The scam is a bait-and-switch, involving…
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Chinese firm offers up to 99,000 baht for chicken feet tasting job
A Chinese company’s job advertisement for a chicken feet taster has Chinese social media clucking, attracting thousands of applicants. The food company, based in the city of Hangzhou in Zhejiang province, is offering a lucrative salary for a seemingly simple job, which has piqued the interest of many. The company is specifically looking to recruit eating experts whose primary responsibility…
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China’s mysterious pneumonia outbreak sparks global fears – is history repeating itself?
In a chilling echo of the early days of Covid-19, a mysterious pneumonia cluster has emerged in China, leaving hospitals overwhelmed and parents fearing a repeat of the deadly pandemic. As concerns rise, experts plead for transparency, drawing unsettling parallels with past outbreaks. In Beijing and Liaoning, hospitals are grappling with an onslaught of sick children exhibiting unusual symptoms, including lung…
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Tofu turmoil: Viral furry recipe from China divides opinions on safety and health
A unique recipe for furry tofu, a trending dish from China, sparked a global debate over its safety and health benefits. The recipe, which involves fermentation, was shared by a user on the social media platform Twitter and quickly went viral. The video showcases a woman instructing viewers on how to prepare furry tofu. The ingredients required include tofu, tempeh…
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Hong Kong Laureate Forum launches Young Scientist initiative for budding academics
The Hong Kong Laureate Forum (HKLF) has launched a Young Scientist initiative, providing a platform for budding academics to network and learn together. The initiative was unveiled during the HKLF forum at the Hong Kong Science Park from November 13 to 18, featuring a poster presentation as a key highlight. This served as a unique opportunity for young scientists to…
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Schoolboy in China chooses forest nap over long bus wait igniting nationwide reflection
An eight year old schoolboy disappeared whilst waiting for his school bus sparking a frantic search for several hours. Eventually, he was found sleeping in a nearby forest. Upon waking, he explained that he had decided to sleep there because of the long wait for the school bus. The incident happened in the city of Xi’an, China, and drew significant attention from…
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China: Unsuspecting woman mistakes 1.5 million baht luxury phone for cheap handset
A woman stumbled upon a luxury phone in Jiangsu province, China, initially assuming it to be a cheap handset for the elderly due to its simplistic design. However, the mobile phone belonged to a businessman and was a luxurious Rolls-Royce of the mobile industry, valued at over 300,000 yuan (1.5 million baht). According to CTWANT, the woman picked up the…
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Blind date rejection sparks debate as Chinese man turns down woman due to her haircut
A blind date in China ended abruptly as the man turned down the woman, despite her beauty, due to disliking her haircut. First impressions, especially in romantic pursuits, often hinge on physical appearance, leading some to make snap judgements based on looks alone. The blind date incident sparked online debate in the Chinese social media sphere when a beautiful woman…
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Wedding gift woes: Ex-boyfriend’s 1140 baht sparks online debate
A bride was delighted to receive a large red envelope wedding gift from her ex-boyfriend, the content of which totalled 233 yuan. Despite the sum not being substantial, it displayed sincerity, causing some online commenters to be alarmed, suggesting the amount harbours an ominous meaning. The narrative of inviting former lovers to weddings occasionally provides comedic tales, largely due to…
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Unexpected love story: Woman finds true connection on the streets
A 28 year old woman was evicted from her home by her mother for refusing to attend a matchmaking event, leading her to sleep on the street. In this unexpected love story, she met an audacious young man who proposed to be her boyfriend. The woman was discovered sleeping on the pavement instead of her comfortable bedroom at home. She…
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Chinese student steals show at sports festival in backless dress
A female student at Jiangxi Normal University in China‘s Jiangxi province recently stole the show wearing a backless evening dress at a university sports festival, earning herself the nickname goddess. As she hurried onto the field, her long backless dress fluttered in the wind, drawing the attention of all present. The university stadium was packed as most of the students…
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Unexpected kiss in Chinese restaurant sparks online debate (video)
An unexpected incident in a Chinese restaurant sparked a heated online debate where closed-circuit camera footage captured a man being forcefully kissed by a female stranger. The man appears visibly confused after the incident, while the woman calmly leaves the scene. The woman’s behaviour has been widely condemned online, with many believing she has sexually violated the man. The incident…
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Chinese student’s health scare underlines importance of early diagnosis
A 20 year old Chinese student was shocked when she was diagnosed with a critical condition after noticing unusual red spots and bruises on her body. Initially, the Chinese student, from Changsha, China, thought they were mosquito bites or accidental bruises, but when the spots increased, she realised something was amiss with her health. After returning home from a trip…
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Chinese bride shocked by real amount in gift card from mother-in-law
A Chinese woman, who works for an Internet company, shared an unusual mother-in-law and daughter-in-law experience. After marrying her husband last year, the 28 year old Lin received a bank card as a gift from her mother-in-law but was shocked when she discovered the real amount of money in it. Lin revealed that her husband’s parents are government officials with…
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Chinese company uses doll as overnight security officer
A security breach occurred at a company in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, China, where an unusual tactic was used to resolve a staff shortage at a Chinese company. The company placed a doll, dressed as a security officer, in the CCTV room for overnight monitoring. This risky strategy was heavily criticized for its potential security implications. The incident was revealed when…
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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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Office love controversy: Young worker proposes to 50 year old boss
A surprising love confession between a 26 year old office worker and his 50 year old female boss stirred Chinese social media. The young man decided to propose to his boss amidst a company party, revealing the affection he had developed over time. The 26 year old had previously been romantically linked to his colleagues, but due to income disparities,…
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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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Wedding dowry drama: Bride rejects friend’s extra 1 million baht demand
A wedding in China took an unexpected turn when the bride, Xiao Meng, refused to bow to her close friend’s demand for an additional dowry of 200,000 yuan (1 million baht). Xiao Meng and her groom, a hardworking and ambitious young man named Xiao Jun, remained unfazed by the request, prioritising love over money. Xiao Jun, known for his good…
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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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