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Huge Lobster Debuts at New England Aquarium

Plane Carrying Seafood in Preparation for the Lunar New Year Arrives in China

Jan 10, 2017 08:51 PM EST

A chartered plane carrying more than 74 metric tons of Boston lobster from Halifax Airport in Canada landed in Zhengzhou China on Monday after 19 hours of air travel.

China's Xinjiang to Tighten Border Security

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Jan 10, 2017 08:18 PM EST

Following a rising trend in terror attack, China on Monday said that it is currently looking to enhance border control in the northwestern province of Xinjiang.

China's production sector registered a 5.5% increment in 2016, the highest since September 2011.

China's Producer Prices Hit 5-Year High in December

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Jan 10, 2017 08:08 PM EST

Producer prices in the Chinese market for coal and raw materials, hit a whole new high in December 2016, the highest record since 2011 thus signaling economic stabilization.

Singapore's defense ministry on Monday demanded for the immediate release of the nine military vehicles seized by Hong Kong authorities in November.

Singapore Demands Return of Seized Military Vehicles from Hong Kong

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Jan 10, 2017 01:59 AM EST

Singapore's defense ministry sent a stern message to Hong Kong on Monday demanding the state to return nine of its military armored troop carrier in accordance to sovereign immunity law.

McDonald's Sells China Business to CITIC, Carlyle for $2.1B

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Jan 09, 2017 08:17 PM EST

Fast food guru McDonald's sold a great number of its market shares in China to two other firms, in a bid to expand its presence in the Chinese market. The deal that was announced on Monday was valued at $2.1 billion and highlighted Hong Kong's CITIC Capital and US Carlyle Group as the main investors.

Three 'Terror' Suspects Killed in Xinjiang, China

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Jan 09, 2017 10:47 AM EST

Three alleged terror suspects were shot dead by police officers in China's Xinjiang Province on Sunday night. The police had been in pursuit of the suspects, who resisted arrest, for their connection to a terror incident that transpired in 2015.

China Disciplinary Body Speaks on 2017 Plans to Curb Corruption

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Jan 09, 2017 10:16 AM EST

The Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI) on Sunday issued a press release statement saying that more efforts will be put to do away with corruption in 2017 as it prepares for the 19th CPC National Congress to be scheduled later this year.

A gang of over 20 has been arrested in China

China Nabs Over 20 Young People for Gang Fight

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Jan 09, 2017 02:12 AM EST

A gang of over 20 people in Southwest China were on Friday arrested and detained after they were found to have allegedly been preparing to be part of a gang fight.

Beijing to Launch Environmental Police Force to Fight Toxic Smog

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Jan 08, 2017 08:30 AM EST

A new environmental police force has been introduced in Beijing to assist in the fight against the massive smog, which has been witnessed in the Chinese capital.

Conservationists Warmly Welcome China's Ivory Ban

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Jan 08, 2017 05:29 AM EST

The law banning the trade and processing of ivory products in China last December has been well-received globally. The move follows after several reports revealed that elephants in Africa were nearing the brink of extinction had the poaching continued.

Sri Lankans Protest Against China Hambantota Port Deal

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Jan 07, 2017 09:03 PM EST

Protest erupted in Sri Lanka on Saturday after a group of Buddhist monks and village rallyist joined hands to protest against the leasing of 15,000 acres worth of agricultural zone near the Hambantota port to a Chinese firm.

Shanghai Disney Resort to Launch Talent Program for Locals in 2017

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Jan 07, 2017 08:30 PM EST

The Shanghai Disney Resort announced on Friday that it will be exploring Chinese local talents through the launch of its "Shanghai Disney Resort Talent Class" later this year.

Chinese Soccer Clubs Urged to Stop Extravagant Spending to Attract Foreign Players

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Jan 07, 2017 02:26 AM EST

China's sports authority on Thursday advised the Chinese Super League clubs to stop being extravagant in the purchase of foreign players and to concentrate more on the development of young, local talent. This comes days after former English Premier League stars Carlos Tevez and Oscar were signed in to the Chinese club in one of the most expensive player deals recorded.

Plans are currently on going to put air purifiers in schools in Beijing for learning to continue

Beijing to Install Air Purifiers in Schools

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Jan 06, 2017 09:34 PM EST

Beijing is planning to install air purifiers and air filters in schools as the city continues to come up with new ways to battle with smog, according to the new initiative announced by the Education Municipal on Thursday.

UFC Brock Lesnar Suspended by USADA for Doping

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Jan 06, 2017 08:50 PM EST

Former Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) heavyweight, Brock Lesnar has been issued with a one-year suspension and a $250,000 fine after two failed drug tests. The announcement was made by the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) on Wednesday.