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A long-serving employee in China was fired for napping after working late, sued the company, and received US$48,000 in compensation. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Baidu

Man in China fired for office nap after working late, sues firm, awarded US$48,000

‘The company’s response was overly harsh, if minor mistakes can lead to dismissal, it makes termination too easy,’ one commenter warns.

China cabby stunned when passenger confessed ‘I just killed a person’

China mum jailed for deserting son with brain injuries inflicted during family row

China’s second-richest man demands apology from ByteDance founder

Zhong Shanshan, founder of bottled-drinks giant Nongfu Spring, blames ByteDance’s social media apps for perpetuating online assaults.

China’s second-richest man Zhong Shanshan. Photo: sohu.com

Man in China suffers decades of depression after false boss blame, has Parkinson’s

Doctor says years of insomnia and depression had played significant role in onset of Parkinson’s disease in Wang.

China woman builds fire escape door to nearby block, ordered to restore structure

Investigation reveals her alterations compromised building’s structural integrity and load-bearing capacity.

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‘Vicious’ man in China deserts terminal-cancer wife 2 months after nuptials

Wife was forced to borrow money to pay for mounting hospital bills and, tragically, passed away after 200 days in hospital.

A man in China abandoned his newlywed wife after her late-stage cancer diagnosis, cutting off all contact and care. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock

Recap | Tourist’s US$8,300 night in hotel, aquarium’s robot shark: 6 social stories from China

From a confused tourist’s costly mistake to a robot whale shark sparking controversy, these stories explore the latest social news making headlines in China.

Chinese tourist has heart attack, saved by German studying TCM since childhood

He explains his preference for TCM over CPR, citing concerns for patient’s delicate condition.

China woman pays US$8,300 for hotel room by confusing yuan and Korean won symbols

If rate had been in Korean won, it would have cost only US$37 for one night.

Xiao was shocked to see 60,904 yuan deducted from her account after booking a serviced apartment on Jeju Island in South Korea. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/163.com

China wife spots cheating husband while out with mum, who dies during row

During divorce proceedings, husband insists on equally dividing two houses inherited from her mother.

A divorce case in eastern China, where a cheating husband claimed half of his late mother-in-law’s property, has triggered heated social media debates. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock

Profile | Actress Lin Chi-ling encourages China students to ‘embrace each day with joy’

Lin’s commitment to charity stems from desire to give back to those who supported her.

US firm offers service for clients to ‘scold’ bosses without fear of backlash

Company is actively hiring ‘scolders’ but only parents who often use strong language with their kids can apply.

China firm offers cash incentives to help staff find love, boost overall happiness

‘Love should not be measured by money,’ says one commenter.

A company in southern China offers cash incentives to encourage single employees to date, aiming to boost happiness. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock

Chinese boy caught stealing drink, mum assaults salesgirl, bites guard in scuffle

Furious mother rails at intervening shop worker, waves fruit knife at stunned passers-by, placed under police investigation.

A furious mother assaulted shop staff and bit a security guard after her son was stopped from stealing some milk tea. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin

Sick China dog taken in after 2-year vigil at owner’s grave, becomes ‘Loyal Baby’

Dog rescuer entices grieving canine with sausages, helps cure animal’s skin disease, takes it on regular visits to grave of dead previous owner.

China medic kills insomniac lover by injecting anaesthetics 20 times in 6 hours

Court shows leniency to doctor after he confesses to police, compenstaes victim’s family sparking online condemnation.

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China’s lonely-heart crisis fuels a growing ‘companionship economy’

As Chinese society becomes more atomised, consumers devoid of human interaction are increasingly opening their wallets to stave off loneliness.

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China’s single population is increasingly turning to various forms of paid companionship – from chatting with strangers online to virtual role-playing games. Photo: Shutterstock

China mum has 9 kids, aims for 1 of each zodiac sign, not ‘wasting’ hubby’s genes

Woman hopes each of her nine children will also have nine children, following her family model.

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‘For love’: China student in weekly round trips for Australia class so he can see partner

Master’s degree student goes extra mile between continents because he misses his girlfriend and China hometown food.

China ‘Song Hye-kyo 2.0’ pilot is South Korea star lookalike, wows air show fans

Stunningly good looking People’s Liberation Army helicopter pilot steals show at aviation exhibition, reveals her love of flying, military service.

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A woman pilot with China’s People’s Liberation Army has grabbed public attention during her appearance at an air show because of her resemblance to a South Korean actress. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo/IG@kyo1122

China aquariums opt for robotic whales to cut costs, leaving visitors feeling deceived

Although whale sharks can live for 80 to 130 years in the wild, they typically do not survive beyond 5 years in aquariums.

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China’s aquariums utilise robotic whales to reduce the costs associated with keeping live animals. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Weibo

China’s tax man is coming for live-streamers who evade taxes

Huge fines are being imposed on high-profile internet celebrities and streaming hosts, as state authority says they must set a positive example for fans.

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Man in China cycles 4,400km over 100 days to reconcile with estranged wife

Wife encourages him to abandon trip, not risk his life, but he wants to demonstrate his commitment.

Chinese KOL Li Ziqi in surprise craftwork video comeback, gets 140 million views

Hugely popular online influencer emerges from self-imposed internet exile to wow her massive army of followers.

Popular influencer in China, Li Ziqi, has made a surprise online comeback after a self-imposed period of exile. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo/YouTube

Recap | Mathematician quits Europe for China, 4-storm phenomenon and more best-read stories

These are some of our most-read stories over the past 24 hours. Find out what people have been reading.

Four simultaneously active tropical cyclones on November 11, (from left) Yinxing, Toraji, Usagi, and Man-yi, the first occurrence since 1951. Photo: Handout

Man with cancer in China hides wealth, uses US$97,000 in donations to buy flat

Sick university graduate pleads poverty but wealthy family has property portfolio, crowdfunding platform bans him as result.

Hollywood star Rosamund Pike embraces Mandarin, wants media to use Chinese name

Bond girl Briton professes deep love and affection for Chinese language and culture, teases by using quirky idioms.

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9 September, 2024
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