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Cyber New Year trending with China youth who buy virtual goods, use digital incense
While festive traditions remain very much alive, young people are increasingly finding celebratory solace in AI friends and electronic goods.
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Public fury as China mental hospitals recruit fake patients for insurance scam
14 Feb 2026 - 4:00PM
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Chinese mum makes ‘thunder breakfast’ for son, goes viral with 900 million views
14 Feb 2026 - 9:00AM
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China ‘genius’ girl, 10, invests lucky money in gold to keep parents from spending
On social media, many humorously asked the mother about her daughter’s next investment move.
13 Feb 2026 - 9:01AM
A 10-year-old girl in China began buying gold with her Lunar New Year lucky money three years ago, motivated by her concern that her parents might spend it instead. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Sohu
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China delivery firm offers kneeling service to send New Year greetings for customers
Paid for holiday festival package includes door cleaning, couplet hanging; critics say offer cheapens sanctity of filial piety, is disrespectful.
12 Feb 2026 - 6:00PM
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Chinese man loses US$130,000 on lottery, sues shop, authorities for ‘illegal process’
Big-spending loser who was told by agent to bet responsibly, was aware of gambling risks, has case thrown out by court.
12 Feb 2026 - 9:00AM
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China official dies after horse riding accident filming publicity clip for local agriculture
Trend-setting woman nicknamed the ‘most valiant culture and tourism director’ inspired others to follow in her footsteps.
11 Feb 2026 - 6:43PM
A Chinese government official and influencer has died from injuries suffered in a horse riding accident while filming promotional content for local agriculture. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote
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China exit of top German lingerie brand as women prefer comfort, reject male gaze
Popularity of going braless plus growing desire for practicality sees purveyors of wire-free underwear brands push up sales.
11 Feb 2026 - 2:00PM
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Emotional economy boom: China ‘love-brained’ youth seek strangers’ ire for guidance
People obsessed with love pay for tongue-lashing from self-styled influencers; some consider growing trend a form of ‘public humiliation’.
11 Feb 2026 - 9:00AM
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Why young China viewers are being drawn to dating shows with older contestants
South Korean-influenced reality shows rise in popularity, in part driven by mature women who are brutally honest about the men taking part.
10 Feb 2026 - 6:00PM
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Stars with names sounding like Chinese character for horse gain popularity in China
Names hold deep significance in Chinese culture, symbolising hope, luck, and prosperity, especially during the Lunar New Year.
10 Feb 2026 - 2:36PM
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Draco Malfoy, middle on top row, a fictional character from the Harry Potter series, along with celebrities whose names resemble the Chinese character “Ma,” have unexpectedly gained popularity in China. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Sohu/Weibo/Douyin/IG@t22felton
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‘My doll is like my child’: China Gen Z’s craze for cotton kids sparks debate
So-called doll mummies create mainland market worth US$1.4 billion; say toy companions of ‘emotional support’; even ‘smell’ like their owners.
10 Feb 2026 - 11:32AM
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New China dating trend sees people refer exes to new prospects, like job referrals
As trust in traditional dating techniques declines, people place ads detailing selling points of ex-partners in ‘second-hand market’.
9 Feb 2026 - 2:00PM
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Small China pupil praised for carrying large load of luggage home for New Year
Teenager uses skills learned at ‘military-style’ summer camps to pack quilt, mosquito tent, slippers, training shoes; secures items with ropes.
9 Feb 2026 - 9:00AM
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Assistant of successful China influencer steals identities, earns US$158,000 in tips
Identity thief steals fashion content creator’s photographs; wears her pyjamas, stockings to stage lucrative live-streaming sessions.
8 Feb 2026 - 6:00PM
A Chinese influencer with three million followers has accused her assistant of using her password to access her home, wearing her clothes for photographs and using artificial intelligence to insert her image into her content. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/RedNote
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How group live-streaming thrives in China, reshapes global industry dynamics
With online viewers in command, multi-person entertainment model is taking industry by storm; some stars earn US$390,000 in just one night.
8 Feb 2026 - 4:00PM
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China women pay for ‘companions’ in role-playing games, spark love debate
Sociologists suggest that many Chinese women view role-playing games as a safe, low-risk opportunity to ‘rehearse romance’.
8 Feb 2026 - 2:00PM
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Foreigners flock to China for cheaper medical treatment, drawn by free visa policy
Number of foreign visits to mainland hospitals spikes to 1.28 million in 2025, a rise of 73 per cent on the number 3 years ago.
7 Feb 2026 - 6:00PM
Many foreigners are seeking medical treatment in China, attracted by the free visa policy and lower costs compared to their home countries. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Xinhua
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Silver surfers: how China ‘granfluencers’ steal spotlight, taking over social media
Some firms managing granfluencers exploit young people’s compassion by scheduling late-night live-streams for seniors to encourage tipping.
8 Feb 2026 - 4:32PM
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Cultural currents: how ‘Becoming Chinese’ trend is transforming Western lifestyles
Although trend may not persist indefinitely, cultural imitation driven by digital platforms will resurface time and again, expert says.
7 Feb 2026 - 2:00PM
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China ‘most capable waitress’ begins career at top hotpot chain; is overseas unit CEO
‘Loyal’ lowly restaurant worker makes meteoric rise to top of corporate career ladder; leads projects to boost company profits, takes chain global.
6 Feb 2026 - 9:36PM
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China farmer uses drone to move pigs, causes power outage when cables get ensnared
Mountainside farmer blames darkness, low visibility for porker bungle; police say he could face punishment for damaging electricity lines.
6 Feb 2026 - 9:00AM
A farmer in China used a drone to transport pigs causing a 10-hour blackout when a power line became entangled with the device. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin
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Chinese boy, 10, fights leukaemia, calls medicines ‘dessert’ before dying
Optimistic youngster who always thought of others despite his pain described as an ‘angel’, is buried on mountain overlooking family home.
5 Feb 2026 - 8:11PM
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China celebrity known for photo of chubby face, scornful looks is unemployed
Short-lived online sensation who spawned internet memes including the Mona Lisa, Marilyn Monroe reveals his life out of the spotlight.
5 Feb 2026 - 2:00PM
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Story of China woman and wolf son gains renewed fame, gets 2.8 billion views online
Touching journey back to the wild of a rescued cub which grew up among humans and dogs leaves animal’s ‘mother’ in tears.
5 Feb 2026 - 9:00AM
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