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WHO asks China for more data on latest respiratory illnesses outbreak
China’s National Health Commission said last week that the spread was due to the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions and the circulation of known pathogens
Shanghai leads battle against China’s rising mountain of trash
On July 1, Shanghai launched China’s most ambitious garbage separation and recycling programme ever
Shabby South Africa ‘misses the boat’ at China trade fair
The South African pavilion was a ‘disservice to the country’ — and no one could speak Mandarin
Chaos and screams at Shanghai New Year stampede
At least 35 people were killed and 48 injured, according to city officials, during Shanghai’s New Year celebration at the Bund.
Brics development bank a go
The largest emerging economies will push ahead with a $50-billion development bank to provide alternative funding for the Brics countries.
China: Seven hurt in stampede to see Beckham
Seven people were hurt in a stampede as hundreds of fans rushed to see football superstar David Beckham at an event in Shanghai.
Drogba arrives to warm welcome in Shanghai
More than 300 fans gathered in Shanghai to welcome Ivory Coast striker Didier Drogba on his much-anticipated arrival on Saturday.
Apple wins first round to sell iPads in Shanghai
Apple has won round one of a trademark case against it after a Shanghai court ruled its iPads could still be sold in the city.
Beijing insists on use of real names on micro blogs
The Beijing city government has said that it will give users of micro blogs three months to register with their real names or face legal consequences.
One plus one must make two
A lack of women in China means an estimated 30-million to 50-million men will be without a wife in 20 years.
Chinese gaze in awe at rise in country’s billionaires
China may be struggling with growing income disparities, but when it comes to making a fortune, Chinese still believe that to get rich is glorious.
Chinese state-run media play down protest calls
China’s state media on Monday dismissed a weekend web campaign for Middle East-style protests as "performance art", while also urging public patience.
Booming China on show to world at Shanghai Expo
Shanghai opened its multibillion-dollar World Expo to the public on Saturday, showcasing China’s booming economy and resurgent national pride.
Shanghai showdown for carmakers
China’s up-and-coming carmakers unveiled a smorgasbord of new vehicles on Monday at Shanghai’s car show
Hamilton quickest in China GP practice
World champion Lewis Hamilton set the fastest time in opening practice on Friday for Sunday’s Chinese Formula One Grand Prix.