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Ongoing COVID-19 Outbreak Hits Schools in Zhengzhou, Beijing

Timely reports on issues and events from across China. Drawing on a vast range of sources, these succinct articles provide insights into the significance of each issue in a wider context.

NEWS

About a dozen students and teachers in two cities have contracted COVID-19, forcing limited school closures as China battles a new outbreak.

China Plans to Expand Property Tax

The most expensive cities are likely to be included in a pilot tax scheme, experts say.

Death Sentence for Harbin Man Who Raped 4-Year-Old Girl

A Chinese court has handed down a rare death sentence in a rape case, as it involved a child victim who suffered permanent injuries.

Chinese Disease Expert Emphasizes ‘Vaccines and Solidarity’

Zhang Wenhong’s remarks came at the launch party of a new book about foreigners’ contributions to Shanghai’s battle against COVID-19.

‘Rental Tigers’ Advertised Ahead of Chinese Holiday

The decline of the country’s once-thriving animal circus industry has given rise to short-term leasing services.

After Cancellations, Music Students Advised To Test in Shanghai

ABRSM suspends testing services in four Chinese cities, but says its Shanghai office still open.

Why More Chinese Parents Are Timing Their Due Dates for the Fall

Contributions from individuals with unique perspectives to share. Hear from everyone, from experts and commentators to those whose voices are often marginalized.

VOICES & OPINION

Once the envy of their classmates, China’s summer-born ‘little monthlings’ are increasingly at a disadvantage in the race for spots at top primary schools.