Society

President Xi to Wage Anti-Graft Campaign in Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office

Desiree Sison   | Jun 23, 2016 06:38 AM EDT

President Xi Jinping will be waging his anti-corruption campaign in the Communist Party and central government offices in Hong Kong and Macau, China's anti-graft watchdog announced Wednesday. read more

The Controversial Yulin Dog Meat Festival Inspires Shock and Criticism

Girish Shetti   | Jun 22, 2016 02:34 AM EDT

Around 10,000 dogs and cats will be rounded up and killed during the controversial 10-day dog meat festival, which began in Southern Chinese city of Yulin on Tuesday. Annually, thousands of Chinese people flock to the Yulin festival to buy dog meat to eat. read more

China Plans to cut Meat Consumption by 50% for Global Warming

Girish Shetti   | Jun 21, 2016 07:37 AM EDT

The China's health ministry has unveiled a plan to cut down on citizens' meat consumption by about 50 percent. The move is likely to be welcomed by global warming campaigners as it will give a major boost to Chinese government's effort to bring down green house emission gases. read more

Shanghai Disney Resort on Track to Become China's No.1 Attraction

Manthan Chheda   | Jun 21, 2016 05:11 AM EDT

The Shanghai Disney Resort, which opened its doors to the public last Thursday, is expected to beat Beijing's Palace Museum to become the No. 1 spot for visitors in China. read more

Monsoon Flooding in Southern China Worsens, 25 Dead, 180 Million in Danger

Janice Cai   | Jun 21, 2016 06:47 AM EDT

Every year, the Chinese people expect flooding when the monsoon rains come. However, this year’s torrential flooding misplaced thousands of families in Southern China. The economic losses have amounted to $550 million and 25 people have already died. read more

Gag Order Against Catholics of Guam Rescinded

ALVIN MUNENE   | Jun 18, 2016 12:11 AM EDT

A recent decree that was aimed at preventing Catholics from interacting with a group that is calling for the removal of Guam Archbishop Antony Apuron has been rescinded. read more

Disneyland Faces Public Relations Crisis After Tragic Alligator Attack [VIDEO]

Jonnalyn Cortez   | Jun 17, 2016 05:42 PM EDT

After a child was tragically dragged by an alligator into a lagoon at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida on Wednesday, Disney is now facing a public relations crisis. read more

Beijing Rated as the Least Livable City in China

Rina S.   | Jun 16, 2016 07:08 PM EDT

Beijing has earned the dubious distinction of being the least livable city in China. According to a report released by Chinese Academy of Sciences, Qingdao emerged as the top position holder for providing most wholesome living conditions. The report used a “Urban Habitability Index” for the purpose of conducting research. read more

Suicide is on the Rise Among Chinese Civil Servants Accused of Graft

Desiree Sison   | Jun 15, 2016 08:35 AM EDT

More Chinese government officials suspected of committing graft and corruption are taking their lives, the Communist Party of China (CPC) said on Tuesday. read more

Hong Kong-Based NGO Criticizes Disney for Labor Conditions at Local Supplier Factory

Girish Shetti   | Jun 15, 2016 07:53 AM EDT

A leading NGO based in Hong Kong has criticized Walt Disney Co. over the deplorable 'labor conditions' at the factories of its local suppliers. read more

Shanghai Airport Explosion Caused by ‘Bad Debts’?

Jenia Cane   | Jun 13, 2016 09:16 PM EDT

The man who is said to be behind the Shanghai Airport explosion, which injured four people on Sunday, was allegedly deep in gambling debts. read more

China Target Taiwan’s Tourism Industry; Plans to Reduce the Number of Taiwan-Bound Tourists

Girish Shetti   | Jun 12, 2016 10:17 AM EDT

China is reportedly planning to reduce the number of Taiwan-bound tourists in three stages this year as the relationship between China and Taiwan continues to sour. read more

China Tightens Rules on Infant Formula

Marcel Woo   | Jun 11, 2016 09:51 AM EDT

China will soon require baby formula producers to register and secure permits to sell their products in the country as part of tightened regulations on milk and infant formula. read more

Animal Right Activists Gear up for Protest Against Yulin Annual Dog Meat Festival

Girish Shetti   | Jun 10, 2016 01:41 PM EDT

Animal activists across the world are calling for Beijing to cancel an annual dog festival scheduled to begin in Yulin, eastern China in two weeks. read more

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