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Smelly situation: Car rear-ended by manure hauler leaves Chinese man in a mess
A Chinese man had a particularly crappy day when his car was rear-ended by a vehicle transporting animal waste. The crash resulted in injuries and significant damage to his car. And yes, the manure was flung all over his car exactly like you would imagine it. The unusual accident occurred in Xianyang City, Liaoning Province, a coastal province in northeast…
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Daughter missing 17 years found living across the street
An unexpected reunion occurred after 17 years when a couple discovered their missing daughter living just across the street. The unusual story, which transpired in the Guizhou province of China, has left the family in disbelief. On August 2, 1999, the peaceful life of a couple was abruptly shattered when their three year old daughter went missing at a local market.…
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Cockroach’s thrilling 2,000-km journey rivets Chinese plane passenger
An exciting in-flight encounter with a stowaway cockroach caught the attention of social media after a female Chinese passenger on a flight from Shibaoshan to Ningbo noticed the critter. The insect’s surprising endurance while clinging onto the aeroplane window during a 2,000-kilometre journey at high altitudes added a thrill to the passenger’s air travel experience. The passenger, who opted for…
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Deceitful customer exposed: CCTV reveals scheme to gain free meals in Chinese restaurant
A bizarre incident emerged in a Chinese restaurant where a customer falsely accused an eatery of poor hygiene in Taizhou, China. The claim involved a hair in the food but the Chinese restaurant CCTV revealed a different story. The customer placed her own hair in the dish, trying to blame the restaurant. This patron ordered a few dishes like others…
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Online deception: Thai TikTok influencer’s disappointing date saga sparks debate
A high-profile social media traveler recently shared her travel experience to China where she flew to meet a man only to find out his online profile did not match reality, sparking widespread critique. The woman, who goes by thaisuperstarinchina on TikTok, posted a series of three videos explaining her saga. Her exploration of this seemingly online deception reality attracted significant…
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Uninvited father crashes daughter’s wedding sparking online outrage
A heart-wrenching reception unfolded recently when a tattered man took to the stage at a wedding in China, only to surprise the assembly when it was revealed that he was the bride’s father. He hadn’t been invited to the wedding and only learned about the event from others. The perplexing and emotionally laden story went viral online. It began when…
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Sex worker impersonates woman to get customers in Guangdong
A standard arrest of a sex worker by law enforcement in Yangjiang, Guangdong province, in China came with a shocking twist. On closer inspection of the person they arrested on the streets close to Jong San Park, they discovered that the woman detained was in reality a man impersonating a female. The 39 year old perpetrator named Lam had a…
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Chinese woman’s ex-boyfriend engaged to her mother
In an occurrence that rivals even soap opera plot twists, a woman returned home after three years of studying abroad only to find her former boyfriend set to become her stepfather. In her absence, the ex-boyfriend had started dating her mother and then proposed in front of her. The incident was reported by CTWANT, featuring a young woman from China. She…
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Age gap romance: Wealthy Chinese businesswoman wins over skeptical in-laws
The unusual love story of a 22 year old man and a 39 year old woman from Hainan province, China caught the attention of online communities. The narrative took an interesting turn when it emerged that the man’s parents, who were initially fiercely opposed to the relationship, had a considerable change of heart when they discovered the profession and income…
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Chinese husband’s explosive public accusations of wife triggers online debate
Jealousy and suspicion of infidelity can erupt into public in unexpected ways, as exemplified by a recent incident in Jiangsu province, China. A husband, convinced his wife was involved with another man, staged a loud confrontation that was both startling and eerily vague. The startling scene unfolded on a public street in Jiangsu, when the husband, out buying goods, saw…
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Food safety fears triggered in China’s Shaanxi region as rat found in noodle bowl
A mystifying episode at a restaurant in the Shaanxi region of China sparked concerns over food safety. A customer shockingly discovered an entire rat carcass nestled in their bowl of noodles, leading to the temporary closure of the establishment for reassessment. Formally reported on August 3, the customer had ordered a large bowl of noodles at a local Shaanxi restaurant, only…
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Public misconduct: Elderly woman removed from Chinese train for occupying three seats
Drama unfolded on a Chinese train when an elderly woman refused to give up occupying three seats, signifying public misconduct. Despite other passengers’ concerns and the attempts of the train staff, the woman clung to her self-imposed entitlement, ultimately leading to her removal from the train. In the province of Liaoning, China, an elderly woman was found sprawled out, claiming…
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Groom assaults bride at wedding over alleged texts with ex
An extraordinary incident at a wedding in the Guandong province of China left attendees astounded as the groom assaulted his bride over the discovery of texts from her ex-boyfriend. This unexpected scandal happened yesterday, fracturing an event that was meant to be a joyous celebration. The surprise attack during the wedding happened after the groom, while waiting for his bride…
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Chinese mum’s video indictment of husband’s neglect impacts child’s attitude, sparks online debate
The everyday behaviours of parents can significantly influence their children‘s developmental thought processes, a fact often overlooked by many. A recent social media buzz in China serves as a stark reminder for parents to take this matter seriously. The story began when a mum from Shenzhen shared a video on social media about an incident in her family. In the…
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Chinese man uses cash incentives to encourage wife’s post-partum recovery walks
In an unusual attempt to support his wife’s post-partum recovery, a man in Jilin City, China, urged her to walk by dangling cash prizes for each step. His wife had undergone surgery three days prior and faced struggles to start exercising due to severe pain from her wound. The incident was filmed in a facility dedicated to the recuperation of…
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1.9 million baht hidden treasure discovered in Chinese apartment
Residents in China’s Zhejiang province expressed amazement after a woman found a hidden treasure hoard inside the wall of her recently rented apartment. The unanticipated discovery contained gold and silver jewellery and cash totalling around 400,000 yuan, equivalent to approximately 1.9 million baht. The unusual finding took place in Jinhua City, located in the Zhejiang Province of China. The female…
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Wedding controversy: Unusual bride’s appearance sparks online debates over Chinese marriage
In the wake of a wedding taking place in Anhui, China, the appearance of the bride triggered various reactions, igniting debates online. Eyebrows were raised as she was perceived to be odd looking for her exceedingly handsome groom, prompting speculations regarding her mental well-being, and stirring wedding controversy. Deciding to tie the knot is typically a substantial chapter in one’s…
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9 year old heroine prevents escalator tragedy with swift emergency stop action
A quick-thinking nine year old girl became the focus of admiration after she swiftly activated the emergency stop button on an escalator to save a boy whose foot was trapped. This incident which unfolded at a shopping mall in Wuhan, Hubei province, China, astounded many adults as they watched the video that captured the girl’s swift response in the emergency.…
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Chinese youths turn mango pits into playful pets
A recent trend amongst young people in China has taken not just the country, but also the Internet, by storm. The youngsters have started to transform ordinary mango pits into adorable and entertaining mini pets. These quirky creations have swiftly garnered significant attention, most notably on Chinese social media platforms where countless users have been sharing their newfound hobby. Typically,…
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Shanghai subway lewd t-shirt controversy sparks online backlash
A couple from China, their fashion choices stirring controversy on Shanghai’s subway, donned t-shirts filled with expletives and lewd language. The incident that recently occurred on July 17 unleashed a wave of intense criticism online, spotlighting a young woman in an oversized navy t-shirt showcasing an extremely rude kanji phrase, a system of writing Japanese writing using Chinese characters. Accompanying…
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China coffee shop customer stunned as falling ceiling fan hits head
A chilling moment was experienced at a local coffee shop in China’s Sichuan province recently when a ceiling fan suddenly fell, hitting a man squarely on the head. The unsettling incident, which was caught on the shop’s CCTV, took place on July 6 in Leshan City. Yuan, the unfortunate customer involved, had only settled down for a relaxing café experience…
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Liver fluke: Chinese woman discovers severe infection due to family’s raw fish habit
A Chinese woman’s seemingly minor illness eventually unravelled significant health threats resulting from the family’s unhygienic culinary practices. Despite not consuming raw fish herself, the woman became infected with parasites due to the lack of separation of cutting utensils for raw and cooked foods, resulting in the unfortunate diagnosis of liver fluke. Fifty-eight-year-old Lu, from a city in China’s Guangxi…
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10 dead after school gym roof collapse in China’s Qiqihar City
The roof of a school gymnasium in Qiqihar City, located in northeast China‘s Heilongjiang Province, collapsed yesterday, leading to the death of 10 people. One person remains unaccounted for and trapped in the rubble. The incident, which took place over the weekend, affected 19 people who were in the gym at the time. The rescue unit reported… “Around 160 firefighters,…
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Poisoning attempt on diligent Chinese employee: Colleague held responsible in twisted tale
In a shocking revelation, a diligent worker in China discovered he was the target of a poisoning attempt by a colleague. The assailant targeted a dedicated employee of a research institute in Jilin province, putting a deadly substance in his drinking water. Renowned for his impressive agility and competence, Li had risen to the role of new project manager at…
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Wake and ache: Chinese tour guide’s rude awakening sparks backlash among dozing tourists
A tour guide in China’s southwestern city of Lijiang has drawn sharp criticism for waking a sleeping tourist on a bus, an incident seen as disrespectful towards travellers. The unidentified woman tourist, who was visiting the region as part of a weekend tour on July 9, was roused from her slumber on the bus by the Chinese tour guide, stirring…
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Chinese man uncovers wife’s affair after DNA test on non-resembling newborn
In a shocking revelation, a man discovered his newborn son was not his biological child when his mother-in-law increasingly insisted that his wife divorce him. Hailing from Nanchang City, in Jiangxi province, China, the man was perplexed at the sudden upheaval through a DNA test within his once-content family. Reflecting on the birth of his first son, he recalled feeling…
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China’s courier sector sees notable growth, June industry report reveals
China’s courier sector exhibited noticeable growth in June, according to a recently-released industry update. As per the State Post Bureau, the index illustrating the development of express delivery for June showcased a notable increase. Recorded at 366.3, it marked a tectonic jump, expanding by 26.6% compared to the same timeframe the prior year. Parsing the various sub-indices provides an even…
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Chinese boy’s peculiar thirst diagnosed as diabetes insipidus after years of baffling doctors
In a strange twist of health phenomena, a 14 year old boy from Jiangxi province, China, developed a staggering water-drinking habit. Consuming up to 30 litres of water per day, the boy becomes agitated without his abundant intake. Medical professionals finally diagnosed this unusual condition as diabetes insipidus, a rare disease causing extreme thirst. When he was just a small…
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Chinese man assaults wife at City Hall before divorce
A terrible assault has drawn significant attention online after a husband brutally attacked his wife within the confines of a governmental department in China. Despite intervention from officers present, he continued to assault her before they eventually divorced. The shocking incident reportedly happened yesterday morning at a marriage registry situated within Pinhai City Hall in Yancheng, Jiangsu province, China. A…
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