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New screenings that can predict if an unborn baby has Down syndrome have sparked wide debate across the world – mostly because their results often lead to parents choosing for abortion. The ethical ...

In the spring of 2013, a new term was launched over the Chinese Internet: ‘Green Tea Bitch’ (绿茶婊 luchabiao). According to Chinese netizens, the term is used to describe ambitious women who “pretend to ...

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A local protest in a Shanghai neighborhood where residents are angry about their community buildings being taken over and used as a quarantine site has now moved from the streets to the internet. O n ...

China Brands, Marketing & Consumers 10 Popular Chinese Advertisement Slogans The right tagline or advertising slogan is crucial for a brand’s identity. Due to the nature of Chinese language, ad ...