Hero student says ‘exam can wait’ but current regulations rule out a retake, online observers describe situation as ‘heartbreaking’.
Snack vendor sees profits from popular delicacy soar, suffers aching bones, hands from plucking15kg of chicken a day.
Nation’s multibillion-dollar pet industry takes fresh turn that offers dogs treadmill jogging, spa treatments, massages.
Man can imitate many animal sounds – those of horses, cows, sheep, chickens, ducks, and pigs, but his dog imitations are particularly famous.
Martial arts-trained photographer grapples with Barcelona street thief, puts him in chokehold until police arrive to make arrest.
Good Samaritan tour guide shows great compassion to young animal that had been separated from its herd, and dying of thirst.
Dementia-suffering former obstetrician who delivered more than 1,000 babies cannot remember anything about her medical career.
New trend lets mum and dad put their feet up, experts say kids in control challenges parental authority, helps children build independence.
Sadness online as cat that fell into pot of boiling oil, splashing and injuring diners, succumbs to injuries despite emergency treatment.
Captivating canine police officer which has become social media sensation, snatches banger, takes bite, later given formal dressing down.
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Former member of gang involved in US$190,000 fraud racket claimed to have ‘turned over a new leaf’ after release from prison.
Wife-to-be cannot contact 20-something teacher at work, janitor finds him dead hours later having suffered a cardiac arrest.
Scared wife tries to flee husband who jumped onto bonnet of car as she drove off, he dies from injuries suffered in resultant crash.
Man cares for baby daughter around the clock, says physical stress of carrying her every day has left him with joint problems.
Fine arts student who has been deaf since she was 2 admits to having cosmetic surgery but insists her looks are fundamentally natural.
Young people are choosing to live under the same roof, share expenses, offer emotional support, but sexual relations are out.
Under dad’s guidance, Tianci is learning valuable skills like cooking, cleaning; he also teaches her how to navigate life, relationships.
Competitive eater with millions of followers has downed 25kg of king crabs in single sitting, eaten 35 burgers and 30 chicken drumsticks in 4 hours.
Father admits putting ‘pressure’ on long-lost biological son by insisting that he call him ‘dad’, apologises.
Pop idol’s gruelling daily schedule begins with putting on make-up at 5am before arriving at university around 10am for classes.
Final journey with the departed may also serve as a source of comfort for those who remain.
New low-energy lifestyle choice sees young people slouch in bed, live on takeaway food, avoid socialising, embrace being a recluse.
Sold by destitute parents as infant, Niu Gensheng has overcome hardships to reach top of a ‘revolutionary’ Asia-wide business.
Shanghai online influencer buys tweed jackets, cashmere jumpers, sunglasses for pampered pooches, posts photos of them online daily.
‘I do not fear death. Life’s value is not in its duration, but in how fully we embrace each moment,’ says woman.
‘Adorable’ four-month old black calf called ‘Bull Demon King’ is washed in bathroom, only moos when hungry, rarely disturbs neighbours.
Emergency rescue team takes 16 minutes to dismantle appliance as girl remains curled up inside before setting her free.
‘Traumatised’ online player whose avatar was constantly pelted with in-game eggs, sandals seeks compensation over ‘self-esteem’ issues.
Ambitious mother earns label ‘monster mum’ for putting 4-year-old daughter through rigorous educational regime on daily basis.
Lifestyle challenging influencer with penchant for the paranormal stages scary stunts such as sleeping graveyards to debunk ancient rituals.