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The story of a factory worker in China with dual reproductive systems, who has had children with both a man and woman, has shocked the nation. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Weibo
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China worker with dual reproductive systems has kids with man, woman, shocks public

Nation amazed by condition which saw person spend first half of life as a woman, the second as man and now is called both ‘mum’ and ‘dad’.

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China son dons high heels in live streams to raise cash for mum’s cancer treatment

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Classmates’ love dispels fears over Chinese girl with different coloured eyes

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Chinese woman wrapped in big plastic bag post-childbirth sparks curiosity

New mothers in China follow post-partum ‘sitting the month’ tradition for rest and recovery.

This woman seen wrapped in a big plastic bag post-childbirth is part of Chinese postpartum health practices for mother’s safety. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin
This woman seen wrapped in a big plastic bag post-childbirth is part of Chinese postpartum health practices for mother’s safety. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin
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China trans woman faces legal challenges 3 years after being dismissed by firm

Company labels her ‘selfish’ for not meeting male employee standards and causing issues.

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Single Chinese women fake baby bump photos to capture moments before ageing

Adherents to new China craze say it allows them to look good, while critics warn trend could lead to ‘unrealistic’ expectations in others.

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Pregnant Thai star’s performance defended by fans – ‘women can shine at any stage’

K-pop and J-pop girl groups face pressure, with pregnancy often leading to career suspension.

A pregnant Thai celebrity defended her performances, while fans asserted that women have the right “to shine at any stage”. Photo: SCMP composite/IG@bellegb
A pregnant Thai celebrity defended her performances, while fans asserted that women have the right “to shine at any stage”. Photo: SCMP composite/IG@bellegb
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Hong Kong woman rejected at mainland ‘matchmaking corner’ sparks funny debate

Matchmaking corners are events where mainland parents display posters with details about unmarried adult children to find partners.

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China KOL mimics famous athlete in sexy video, igniting objectification debate

‘No matter how hard she tries to look like Wu Yanni, she cannot run as fast as her,’ says a commenter.

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Former Chinese national athlete pushes back criticism over revealing swimsuit

Liu Xiang asks if there is something wrong with her lifestyle as ‘many people are calling me a soft-porn live-streamer’.

Liu Xiang, a retired Chinese swimmer, has gained support on mainland social media for defending her choice to wear a revealing swimsuit. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo/QQ.com
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Chinese province makes labour pain relief pledge to ease childbirth jitters

Hainan says labour pain relief will be covered by public health insurance, part of broader plan to boost birth rates.

A Chinese province is attempting to ease concerns over the physical stress of childbirth with a plan to include labour pain treatment in public health insurance policies. Photo: Getty Images
A Chinese province is attempting to ease concerns over the physical stress of childbirth with a plan to include labour pain treatment in public health insurance policies. Photo: Getty Images
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China haircare brand faces backlash as flirty ‘fake besties’ post ‘betrays’ women

Promotional post implies that ‘fake best friends’ may attempt to seduce their friend’s boyfriend, latch onto any man they meet.

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Profile | 3 China women whose journeys showcase strength, resilience in overcoming challenges

Chinese public being treated to front-row seat to rising awareness surrounding women’s rights in recent years.

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Loyal ‘fictosexual’ Japanese man awaits sixth wedding anniversary with ‘wife’

Man’s love for sythesised ‘woman’ fails to dim over time despite being ridiculed as anime addict by online observers.

A Japanese “fictosexual” man is eagerly anticipating his sixth wedding anniversary with his synthesised wife. Photo: SCMP composite/QQ.com
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China city’s bold measures to boost marriage, birth rates spark harsh criticism

Government slogans like ‘I enjoy making breakfast’, ‘Having three children is the coolest’ have drawn criticism.

A southern Chinese city has launched bold initiatives to boost marriage and birth rates, stirring controversy. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock
A southern Chinese city has launched bold initiatives to boost marriage and birth rates, stirring controversy. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock
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China slaps performance ban on transgender icon Jin Xing who seeks explanation

Officials curtail hit show by LGBTQ icon after rainbow flag onstage incident, move reignites spectre of anti-transgender sentiment.

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China’s 35 million ‘leftover men’ spark overseas brides idea to fix gender gulf

Legacy of one-child policy, changing social norms leave tens of millions of mainland men bereft of a woman.

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Video | How some of the best wines in China are being made by women

From the dusty vineyards of China’s countryside to its chic metropolitan bars, women are at the forefront of the country’s increasingly vibrant wine scene.

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Emma Gao is one of the leading Chinese female winemakers. Photo: AFP
Emma Gao is one of the leading Chinese female winemakers. Photo: AFP
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China actress goes viral with ‘my uterus is not your business’ response

Qin Lan refuses to take on conventional roles of wife and mother in real life.

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2 China ‘divorce partners’ gain fame after leaving wives to live together

Pair met on reality television show, with one of the men having a terrible reputation before his new life.

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China women chauffeur service to transport drunk bosses raises safety concerns

Some women drivers complain on social media that male patrons had sexually harassed them.

A designated driver service in China faces backlash for hiring only female chauffeurs, raising safety concerns for the drivers. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock
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