Author Archives: Joel Martinsen

Dog bites man in the Beijing Morning Post

New animal attack regulations.

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Water in Hubei

Three stories about water in today’s Chutian Metropolis Daily.

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No pressure — it’s just your future on the line

The Oriental Guardian dramatizes the announcement of college matriculation exam scores.

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Guangzhou hotels may require couples to present proof of marriage

The Southern Metropolis Daily reports on a new campaign by Guangzhou police.

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Jay Chou as Kato in Green Hornet trailer

Jay Chou takes on Bruce Lee’s role.

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The prosecutors strike back: no revenge on informants

A denial in Procuratorial Daily of the claim that 70% of informants face some form of revenge.

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Restorations at the Summer Palace

Modern pavement around Kunming Lake is being ripped out and replaced with traditional paving materials.

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This month in Chinese SF

Latest developments in Chinese SF for June 2010.

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A leaky first-class lounge at the Beijing Airport

The Beijing Times reports that torrential rains ending Thursday morning flooded certain sections of the Beijing Capital International Airport.

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The police remind you to think before you fight

A friendly reminder from the police station The cost of fighting = 15 days’ detention + 500 RMB fine + 3,000 RMB medical bill + depression. The police respectfully remind you: before you strike, please think carefully about the cost … Continue reading

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