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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 celebrity known for photo of chubby face, scornful looks is unemployed
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
5 Feb 2026 - 9:00AM
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China retail chain boss rescues man by pulling car from freezing river, earning high praise
Despite numerous health problems, 60-year-old entrepreneur ventures into icy water to pull stricken vehicle and its owner to safety.
4 Feb 2026 - 6:00PM
Yu Donglai, the 60-year-old entrepreneur behind the supermarket chain Pangdonglai, recently rescued a man trapped in a freezing river. Photo: SCMP composite/163.com
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China ‘Godmum of sexual intelligence’ earns US$3.5 million teaching women flirtation
Former banker teaches seduction techniques, alluring body movements; is accused of pandering to men at expense of women’s dignity.
1 Feb 2026 - 9:00AM
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Hong Kong producer aims to work till 100, criticised for urging late retirement
As vice-chairman of China Star Entertainment, Chen has played a pivotal role in launching the careers of superstars like Andy Lau.
31 Jan 2026 - 2:00PM
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Li Yapeng, ex-husband of Cantopop queen, goes from ‘greasy uncle’ to ‘hero’ after funding appeal
Serial ‘loser’ in business undergoes a reputational rejuvenation; is hailed as a ‘philanthropist’ after helping treat kids with birth defects.
30 Jan 2026 - 2:00PM
Li Yapeng, the ex-husband of Cantopop queen Faye Wong, has been burdened with a US$6 million debt, prompting him to lead a frugal lifestyle. Photo: SCMP composite/Xinhua/Douyin
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Why tech billionaires enjoy rock star treatment in China compared to the US
From personal foibles to that particular look or ability to charm, the business success of global moguls can rest on setting a narrative.
29 Jan 2026 - 2:13PM
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‘Teach our children well’: Jack Ma urges changes to China’s education in AI era
China’s educators must teach students to ask thousands of good questions, rather than give the same correct answer, Ma says.
28 Jan 2026 - 7:00PM
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‘Who’s he?’ China vendor unfazed after receiving lai see from Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang
‘AI Godfather’ impresses shoppers with his ‘kind, friendly’ manner; distributes oranges he bought to happy company staff.
27 Jan 2026 - 6:00PM
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Taiwan singer Jolin Tsai’s mainland concerts likened to ‘cult’ events; CCTV praises artistic merit
Mandopop queen’s stage set said to contain ‘dark elements from Western religions’; fans liken it to Olympic Games opening ceremony.
27 Jan 2026 - 2:02PM
Taiwanese pop star Jolin Tsai has triggered mixed reactions to her concerts in mainland China, with some netizens likening her shows to cult-like experiences. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo
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China grandma, 101, stays up late to watch TV, enjoys snacks, shares longevity secret
Centenarian captures hearts of many by embracing a ‘reverse lifestyle’ – watching TV until 2am and naturally waking up around 10am.
24 Jan 2026 - 9:00AM
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China diving queen Quan Hongchan dazzles fans with new hairdo, shows she has ‘grown up’
The public adore Quan not only for her diving prowess but also for her genuine and relatable personality.
23 Jan 2026 - 2:00PM
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China actress loses brand partners for saying ‘hundreds of thousands’ a month not enough
Product boycott calls force 53-year-old star into online apology; actress admits she had forgotten ‘her roots’; will change after self-reflection.
18 Jan 2026 - 2:00PM
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China ‘hardcore grandma’ live-streamer gains fame for farm fertilisation drone skills
Dai views her new role as both a source of entertainment and a way to stay connected with her family.
16 Jan 2026 - 6:00PM
An 82-year-old Chinese grandmother is gaining fame for her drone skills in farm fertilisation and as a live-streamer selling rice, earning admiration as a role model for modern farmers. Photo: Xinhua
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Zhou Qunfei: ex-security guard becomes world’s richest self-made woman entrepreneur
Woman who began life in destitution goes from factory floor to US$16 billion fortune; says success comes from ‘refusal to accept defeat’.
12 Jan 2026 - 6:00PM
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China woman who lost limbs in crash gives disabled staff jobs based on their strengths
30-year-old who suffered 3 heart attacks, 14 rounds of surgery dresses like a ‘warrior’; is described as the ‘pride of all women’ online.
10 Jan 2026 - 6:00PM
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China actor rejects US$2,800 mountain-climbing companion fee, plans to change jobs
Buff, struggling performer who adheres to a strict ‘non-sexual’ service policy plans to branch out into becoming a swimming buddy.
10 Jan 2026 - 4:00PM
A 35-year-old Chinese actor known for offering paid companionship on mountain walks has rejected a proposed US$2,800 fee and plans to explore paid swimming companionship in 2026. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote/QQ.com
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Ex-Taiwan model, actress Jean Wang ends abusive marriage, excels in culinary arts
Entertainment star impresses with patisserie skills; maintains film career, becomes role model for women who face domestic violence.
9 Jan 2026 - 6:00PM
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China basketball hall of fame honours pioneer wife of infectious disease expert
Household name blazed a sporting trail then branched out into health, sports science; fans say she should be hailed for her own achievements.
8 Jan 2026 - 6:00PM
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Hong Kong singer G.E.M. praised for debut sci-fi novel, nominated for China Galaxy Award
Dubbed country’s Taylor Swift, Cantopop star says inspiration for book came from ‘atomised’ life people led during Covid-19 pandemic.
7 Jan 2026 - 2:00PM
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China beauty influencer pays off US$57,000 family debt; accused of faking cerebral palsy
Self-taught ‘angel with broken wings’ content creator rises from rural beginnings; builds own business despite disability.
6 Jan 2026 - 2:00PM
A Chinese girl with cerebral palsy who became a beauty influencer to help her family pay off a US$57,000 debt has faced accusations of faking her condition. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin
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China widow runs late hero husband’s eatery with local support, shares memories with patrons
Memory of brave Good Samaritan who plunged into river without a thought for his own safety to save children lives on in top-ranked restaurant.
31 Dec 2025 - 6:00PM
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China food delivery platform names Jay Chou as brand ambassador, backed by lookalikes
Group of imitators including a wedding singer and pancake vendor strike internet gold by donning delivery driver uniforms; get 140 million likes.
30 Dec 2025 - 9:00AM
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China paralysed man, who can only move a finger and a toe, creates smart farm system, start-up
Man who survives on a ventilator teaches his mother to become a ‘super technician’, plans future experiments using state-of-the-art technology.
29 Dec 2025 - 11:10AM
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