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We have selected five Trending in China stories from the past seven days that resonated with our readers. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing.
1. Chinese wife pushed off Thai cliff by husband says he demands US$4 million for divorce
A woman in China who survived being pushed off a cliff in Thailand by her husband is now in a legal battle with him after the attempted murder five years ago, as he demands 30 million yuan for a divorce.
2. Chinese man finds love with tall Belarusian woman after many failed blind dates

After years of unsuccessful blind dates, a man from southern China found love with a Belarusian woman who is a head taller than him. Tian says he always believed he could find true love, and that’s when Namei appeared.
3. China love course proposal for universities to encourage marriage draws backlash
A recent proposal from mainland Chinese media recommending that universities offer courses on love education to help students balance their studies with romantic relationships has proved controversial online.
4. Ex-China gymnast Wu Liufang gains 3.5 million fans after sexy dance ban lifted

Former Chinese gymnast and world champion Wu Liufang gained 3.5 million followers in a single day after her social media account was reinstated following a brief suspension due to provocative dance clips.
5. Top 10 Chinese buzzwords reflect cultural shifts – ‘city not city’, ‘smell of work’
Language serves as a mirror of society. This year’s buzzwords in China undeniably reflect the essence of our times. In this annual exercise, the Post explores the top 10 buzzwords and the meanings behind them.


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China’s controversial university love course, US$4 million for divorce: 5 trending stories

A Chinese woman, pushed off a cliff in Thailand by her husband, says he is demanding US$4 million for their divorce. Photo: SCMP composite/The Paper

Tian’s journey through the world of blind dates was filled with ups and downs, but everything changed when he met the stunning Namei. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin

People expressed sympathy and rallied behind Wu Liufang after learning about her personal struggles. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin/Weibo

China’s award-winning submarine, Vietnam reef projects: SCMP daily catch-up

A satellite image of Pearson Reef in the Spratly Islands, taken on September 29, suggests Vietnam may be building a 3km runway. Photo: CSIS/AMTI/MAXAR Technologies

China’s C919 jetliner takes part in a performance during Airshow China in Zhuhai on November 12, 2024. Photo: Xinhua

Chinese President Xi Jinping warns that “tariff wars, trade wars and technology wars run counter to historical trends and economic laws”. Photo: Shutterstock

China half-marathon offers unique prizes – cow, wild fish, chickens, boosting registration

The Chinese public is increasingly adopting healthier lifestyles, with a rising interest in marathons and the recent distinctive cow prize boosting registration. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Pixaby

The unique cow prize and other unconventional rewards sparked excitement, with many eager participants expressing interest in the event. Photo: Shutterstock

The rise of health consciousness in China has made marathons increasingly popular across the country. Photo: Shutterstock

Marathon organising committees are increasingly integrating local elements, like livestock, into the fitness trend of marathon running. Photo: Shutterstock

Chinese tourists in Japan spark outrage, Angelababy’s ex-husband: 5 trending stories

A Japanese blogger using the handle @roketdan2 posted on X that five travellers from China left a guest house in disarray between November 18 and 21. Photo: SCMP composite/X.com

Huang Xiaoming is believed to have split from Ye Ke after he deleted a previous post that confirmed their relationship, which had only lasted two months. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo

A police officer in China slapped and kicked a primary school boy for allegedly bullying two schoolmates, sparking nationwide outrage. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo

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From an imprisoned husband’s divorce demands to a Chinese man finding love with a Belarusian woman, here are five stories from recent SCMP reporting


From an imprisoned husband’s divorce demands to a Chinese man finding love with a Belarusian woman, here are five stories from recent SCMP reporting.
