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Shanghai leads battle against China’s rising mountain of trash

Article Lianchao Lan & Dan Martin - 15 Jul 2019

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

Africa Simon Allison - 8 Nov 2018

The South African pavilion was a ‘disservice to the country’ — and no one could speak Mandarin

Chaos and screams at Shanghai New Year stampede

Article Staff Reporter - 1 Jan 2015

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

Article bogdan TagDiv - 16 Jul 2014

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

Article Staff Reporter - 20 Jun 2013

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

Article Royston Chan - 14 Jul 2012

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

Article Samuel Shen & - 23 Feb 2012

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

Article Ben Blanchard - 16 Dec 2011

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

Article Staff Reporter - 18 Nov 2011

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

Article Ben Blanchard - 10 Mar 2011

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

Article Staff Reporter - 21 Feb 2011

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

Article Staff Reporter - 2 May 2010

Shanghai opened its multibillion-dollar World Expo to the public on Saturday, showcasing China's booming economy and resurgent national pride.

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Mbalula defends changing taxi operating times

Thando Maeko - 3 Apr 2020

Regulations for taxis have been relaxed over the last few days of the lockdown prompting criticism. Transport minister Fikile Mbalula however, has defended the decision

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