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Alexis Villarias | Feb 27, 2016 06:46 PM EST
The introduction of a new appointment system in divorce procedures in southwest China has reportedly decreased divorce cases by 47 percent. The system gives couples a one week "grace period" to think about their marriage before proceeding with divorce. read more
Desiree Sison | Feb 26, 2016 07:18 AM EST
A government employee in southwestern China has pleaded guilty of embezzling 6 million yuan (HK$7.14 million) - half of which she spent on luxury items and cosmetic surgery. read more
Girish Shetti | Feb 25, 2016 08:55 AM EST
China-based wealth research firm 'Hurun' has revealed that the country has outpaced the U.S. to become home to the largest number of billionaires in the world. This is despite the economic slowdown and other problems like corruption and the stock market crash that has been plaguing Chinese businesses for over a year now. read more
Girish Shetti | Feb 25, 2016 03:16 AM EST
In a move that has been touted as 'anti Taiwanese', China has made several changes to its tourism policy regarding Taiwan - potentialy causing severe problems for the Taiwanese industry. These changes allegedly came into effect after pro-independence leader Tsai Ing-wen won the island's presidential election earlier this year. read more
Charissa Echavez | Feb 24, 2016 05:37 AM EST
The city of Shanghai is working to address the need to extend both maternal and paternal leave to give couples more time to care for their children. read more
Charissa Echavez | Feb 23, 2016 10:43 AM EST
Chinese and non-English native students may be affected by the latest modifications of the SAT exam, which places more emphasis on reading comprehension. Traditionally, Chinese students perform best in mathematics and depend largely on rote memorization and cramming. read more
Charissa Echavez | Feb 22, 2016 06:59 AM EST
In light of the urbanization and rapid growth of cities in China, authorities have released a new policy on urban planning on Sunday to regulate the country's infrastructural expansion. read more
Charissa Echavez | Feb 22, 2016 06:21 AM EST
Beijing officials are planning to create a network of ventilation corridors to help address the notorious air pollution of the city by easing up air flow and blow away pollutants and smog, according to Xinhua news agency on Saturday. read more
Charissa Echavez | Feb 22, 2016 06:08 AM EST
China will be limiting or stopping the releasing of land for residential housing projects particularly in regions were supply is glut. This is one of the moves that the Communist Party has announced to clear a property overhang weighing on the economy. read more
Charissa Echavez | Feb 21, 2016 07:11 AM EST
Under the new guidelines released by the Chinese government, parents who are migrant workers may face sanctions if it is found that their children, left behind in their hometowns, are inadequately provided with care and attention. read more
Desiree Sison | Feb 20, 2016 04:54 AM EST
China, in an effort to minimize Western influence, has banned all foreign firms from publishing online in the mainland, according to new rules issued this week. read more
Charissa Echavez | Feb 20, 2016 04:08 AM EST
A recent survey conducted by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) revealed that middle school teachers from Shanghai are the most qualified in the world. read more
Charissa Echavez | Feb 19, 2016 08:11 AM EST
With the aim of magnetizing more foreign talents and investors, China has introduced more flexible and practical terms on acquiring a green card. read more
Charissa Echavez | Feb 19, 2016 07:57 AM EST
The National Tourism Administration of China has released a revised draft of the construction and sanitary regulations for toilets in public areas. The administration anticipates that all facilities will follow the standards set by the end of 2016. read more
Desiree Sison | Feb 19, 2016 07:39 AM EST
Chinese police stepped up their crackdown on drug trafficking syndicates last year, busting more than 5,900 drug pushing gangs - this represents an 18.1 percent increase compared to the figure recorded in the same period in 2014. read more
Due to the coronavirus, people around the world have canceled their travel plans. Governments and health officials have warned the public to avoid boarding cruise ships and long flights. read more
