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  • China NewsEye-opening surgery gone wrong: Chinese woman left with ‘see-through’ eyelid

    Eye-opening surgery gone wrong: Chinese woman left with ‘see-through’ eyelid

    A shocking medical mishap occurred when a woman, from Hohhot, China, underwent a double eyelid surgery. In a horrific turn of events, the operation left her with an eye hole through which she could still see, even when her eyes were closed. The distress caused by the incident led to her tears flowing straight out of the hole, and dust…

  • China NewsElderly man braves heavy rain to rescue toddler from sixth-floor balcony in China

    Elderly man braves heavy rain to rescue toddler from sixth-floor balcony in China

    A local community was alarmed when a three year old toddler after she got her head stuck between the bars of an apartment balcony on the sixth floor, in the southern city of Chongqing, China. As the rain poured heavily, making the wall slippery and dangerous to climb, a 60 year old man, Chen, courageously ascended the building to rescue…

  • Business NewsThai shippers’ council forecasts export decline amid sluggish global demand

    Thai shippers’ council forecasts export decline amid sluggish global demand

    The Thai National Shippers’ Council (TNSC) predicts a 1% decline in exports for the current year, down from their previous estimate of a contraction between 0.5% and a 1% increase. This revision is due to ongoing sluggish global demand. TNSC Chairman Chaichan Chareonsuk stated that Thailand’s export sector is expected to decline by -1% or more this year due to…

  • Thailand NewsBlue Strike 2023 Thai-Chinese naval exercise underway, navy commits to sunken ship recovery

    Blue Strike 2023 Thai-Chinese naval exercise underway, navy commits to sunken ship recovery

    In the Gulf of Thailand, off the coast of Chon Buri in the Sattahip district, a naval training exercise named Blue Strike 2023 is in full swing. This bilateral exercise between the naval forces of Thailand and China is a seven-day event, which started on Sunday, September 3 and is scheduled to wrap up on Sunday, September 10. This exercise…

  • World NewsMysterious dragon artefact spooks Heilongjiang farmers with nocturnal noises

    Mysterious dragon artefact spooks Heilongjiang farmers with nocturnal noises

    In the autumn of 1965, farmers in Heilongjiang Province, China, stumbled upon a peculiar metal object while constructing a pigsty near their home. The artefact, resembling a dragon, became an enigma when it started emitting strange noises at night, leaving the residents in a state of confusion and fear. The mystery was later unravelled by experts from the Harbin Cultural…

  • World NewsSecret camera captures landlord’s disturbing acts in Chinese woman’s rented room

    Secret camera captures landlord’s disturbing acts in Chinese woman’s rented room

    A Chinese woman renting a single-occupancy house was shocked to discover her landlord secretly entering her room. She installed a secret camera that captured images of the landlord using her underwear to masturbate. The female tenant, known by the pseudonym Xiao Li, told Zhejiang TV that the landlord had divided the house into eight rental rooms. Xiao Li only installed…

  • World NewsPanda stone discovery could fetch 490 million baht

    Panda stone discovery could fetch 490 million baht

    A stroll along the beach led Lin, a resident of Shandong, China, to an unusual stone, which turned out to be a remarkable find worth over 490 million baht (£11.2 million). The intriguing panda stone had a peculiar shape and a distinct surface pattern. The resident said… “At first, I thought it was just an ordinary black stone, but on…

  • World NewsForest City’s future uncertain amid Chinese property giant’s financial struggles

    Forest City’s future uncertain amid Chinese property giant’s financial struggles

    Forest City, the Malaysian island megaproject backed by Chinese investment, is facing an uncertain future due to the financial struggles of Chinese property giant Country Garden. The US$100 billion artificial city, which has been built in the middle of palm oil trees, remains largely vacant despite being aimed at middle-class Chinese buyers. The project, which includes condos, roads and shops,…

  • World NewsChinese school call parents over suspected age-gap romance, turns out man is student’s father

    Chinese school call parents over suspected age-gap romance, turns out man is student’s father

    A handsome young man waiting outside a school to pick up a female student sparked worries of an age-gap romance, leading the school to summon the girl’s parents. The twist came when the parents arrived. The handsome young man, aged over 40, was, in fact, the girl’s father. According to Phunuphapluat, the story unfolded in China when the man stood…

  • World NewsA ‘quacking’ tale: French Bulldog’s rubber duck feast ends in surgical intrigue

    A ‘quacking’ tale: French Bulldog’s rubber duck feast ends in surgical intrigue

    In a truly ‘quacking’ turn of events, China witnessed a peculiar incident as a French Bulldog swallowed ten rubber duck toys, which subsequently had to be surgically removed by veterinarians. The bemused owner had been perplexed by the gradual disappearance of her rubber duck collection, but sheer astonishment struck when CT scan findings unveiled the source. This case is not an isolated…

  • China NewsChinese woman has nine children in 13 years, wants 12 to represent zodiac

    Chinese woman has nine children in 13 years, wants 12 to represent zodiac

    A Chinese woman has defied the norm by giving birth to nine children in just 13 years. Her motivation? To ensure her husband’s excellent genes are fully utilised. The 34 year old Tian met her husband Jiao in senior high school. After graduating from university, they wed immediately and welcomed their first child, a girl, in 2010. Aspiring to have a…

  • Business NewsGAC to invest 6bn baht in Thai EV and battery factories

    GAC to invest 6bn baht in Thai EV and battery factories

    Guangzhou Automobile Corporation (GAC), China’s second-largest electric vehicle (EV) seller, is set to invest 6 billion baht in the construction of EV and battery factories in Thailand over the next three to five years. The move will transform the country into a key production and export base for the firm. Ocean Ma, who oversees the company’s subsidiaries, Aion Automobile Manufacturing…

  • World NewsTime-travelled treasure hunt: Beijing man’s chair gamble pays off with Ming Dynasty antiques

    Time-travelled treasure hunt: Beijing man’s chair gamble pays off with Ming Dynasty antiques

    The 1980s saw a surge in shopping for antiques in China, with everyone rushing to explore the vintage markets in search of something historically valuable. This craze was also embraced by a man named Zhang, who brought home two old chairs, which later turned out to be Ming Dynasty antiques. Zhang, an old man residing in Chaoyang district, Beijing, was…

  • Business NewsTech sector recovery drives global stock market surge despite China concerns

    Tech sector recovery drives global stock market surge despite China concerns

    Tuesday saw global stock markets rise due to strong tech recovery, despite worries about China’s slow economy and US rate uncertainty. Nvidia’s shares increased by 8.5% on Monday, boosting trading in Asia and Europe. In New York, Nvidia’s shares went up by 2.5% before its second-quarter report today, Wednesday. At the beginning of trading, Nasdaq focused on technology and rose…

  • China News60 year old Chinese man dons frog mascot costume for romantic surprise

    60 year old Chinese man dons frog mascot costume for romantic surprise

    Romance isn’t just for the young, as proven by a 60 year old man from China who surprised his girlfriend with a charming public gesture. Donning an adorable frog mascot costume, the man waited for his partner on a busy street, with their sweet interaction caught on camera and subsequently shared online, sparking widespread admiration. The heartwarming video was posted…

  • China NewsSmelly situation: Car rear-ended by manure hauler leaves Chinese man in a mess

    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…

  • Business NewsChinese economic woes dampen bookings for Thai tourism sector

    Chinese economic woes dampen bookings for Thai tourism sector

    Tourism operators indicated a slowdown in forward bookings from China for the upcoming Golden Week holiday in October due to a challenging economic climate. A representative from the Tourism Council of Thailand, Surawat Akaraworamat, revealed that a sluggish economic rebound and potential deflation are having far-reaching effects on disposable income for prospective tourists from the Chinese mainland. “Travel agents have…

  • World NewsFlatulence incident: Chinese bus tour rocked by passenger’s relentless gas emissions

    Flatulence incident: Chinese bus tour rocked by passenger’s relentless gas emissions

    A flatulence incident on a bus caused by an unexpected intestinal complication has promoted a flurry of laughter and serious health discussions online. The event took place on a bus tour in China where passengers, including a notable online influencer, were reportedly subject to a barrage of foul-smelling wind expulsions from a passenger. The influencer, known to her online followers…

  • China NewsSex worker impersonates woman to get customers in Guangdong

    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…

  • Economy NewsThai fruit and coconut exports to China boosted by FTA benefits

    Thai fruit and coconut exports to China boosted by FTA benefits

    The popularity of Thai fruit was evident throughout the initial five months of this year, reflected through the leverage of free trade agreement (FTA) benefits by exporters. Most notably, shipments destined towards China signalled a greater propensity. The Director-General of the Foreign Trade Department, Ronnarong Phoolpipat, highlighted that durian, guava, mango and mangosteen were the favoured fruits amongst Chinese consumers,…

  • China NewsWoman in Wuhan buffet caught contaminating nearby diner’s dish

    Woman in Wuhan buffet caught contaminating nearby diner’s dish

    Of all the places to pull a stunt involving unsanitary food handling, Wuhan, China – where Covid-19 originated – seems like the worst choice. But at a buffet restaurant in Wuhan, in the Hubei Province, a woman caused public revulsion by sneaking leftover food into the dishes of a neighbouring diner. The incident has stirred up controversy and led to…

  • World NewsAge gap romance: Wealthy Chinese businesswoman wins over skeptical in-laws

    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…

  • China NewsChinese husband’s explosive public accusations of wife triggers online debate

    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…

  • World NewsFood safety fears triggered in China’s Shaanxi region as rat found in noodle bowl

    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…

  • World NewsMan mistakes wife’s snoring recording for secret lover in humorous homecoming

    Man mistakes wife’s snoring recording for secret lover in humorous homecoming

    In an unexpected twist of events, a man returned home from a business trip overseas hoping to surprise his wife, only to find himself shocked by some snoring sounds he believed to be from his wife’s lover. The incident took place at their residence in Guangdong province in China. The man, who captured his return home on camera, discovered his…

  • China NewsGroom assaults bride at wedding over alleged texts with ex

    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…

  • China NewsChinese mum’s video indictment of husband’s neglect impacts child’s attitude, sparks online debate

    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…

  • China NewsChinese man uses cash incentives to encourage wife’s post-partum recovery walks

    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…

  • World NewsWedding controversy: Unusual bride’s appearance sparks online debates over Chinese marriage

    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…

  • China News9 year old heroine prevents escalator tragedy with swift emergency stop action

    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.…