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Chinese Province Calls for Cartoon Rating System, Public Asks ‘Why?’

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.

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The Jiangsu Consumer Council says some cartoons are too violent and dangerous for children, but many online argue that it’s the parents who ought to teach their kids the difference between fantasy and reality.

New Draft Regulation to Prohibit Student-Teacher Romance

Experts see the policy as a positive step toward preventing teachers from sexually abusing students.

Bowing to Public Pressure, Tianjin Court Rehears Murder Case

The case is a rare instance of a court accepting a victim’s family’s “petition for review” of a previous verdict.

Focus Less on Getting A’s, More on Catching Z’s, Ministry Says

After nearsightedness, will sleep become the next battleground for the physical and mental health of China’s children?

Pregnant Women Can Get Vaccinated for COVID-19, China Clarifies

Some informed consent documents had warned that women who are breastfeeding, pregnant, or planning to become pregnant should not get inoculated.

County in Fire-Prone Sichuan Says Only Adults Can Buy Lighters

After dozens of brushfire-related deaths in Sichuan province in recent years, Mianning County is limiting the purchase of fire-starting materials to people 18 or older.

Market Watchdog Warns of Substandard Scarves, Down Jackets

Authorities in eastern China say several big brands including Septwolves and Vero Moda were mislabeled, containing cheaper materials than advertised.

China to Pursue Missing Children Cases Dating Back to Late ’70s

Authorities are encouraging people — including parents and potential abductees — to come forward and provide DNA samples, which could help locate lost children.

China Stipulates Which Permissions Data-Hungry Apps Can Demand

For the first time, the country’s top internet authority has set rules for the personal information different types of apps can require from users in exchange for access to basic services.

China Mulls Lifetime Bans for Sports Dopers

Athletes whose anti-doping suspensions exceed one year could find themselves permanently disqualified from international competition.

Data Security Takes Center Stage at Consumer Rights Gala

American home manufacturing company Kohler stood out among the mostly domestic brands called out during CCTV’s annual “315 Evening Gala” event.

Xiamen Man Sentenced to 3 Years for Relentlessly Slandering Hospital

Though physical violence against medical professionals — known as “yinao” — is not uncommon in China, it’s rare for a disgruntled patient to be punished for verbal attacks.

Anti-Food Waste ‘Persuaders’ May Remind Beijing Diners Not to Over-Order

A recently released draft regulation would hold restaurants and takeout platforms responsible for reducing food waste in the Chinese capital, or else be fined.

For Your Consideration: Motions Proposed at China’s ‘Two Sessions’

During the past week’s political meetings in Beijing, delegates talked about banning surrogacy, awarding more compensation to domestic violence survivors, and instituting shared parental leave, among other topics.

Expert Committee Sets Sights on China’s Myopia Crisis

The country has one of the highest rates of nearsightedness among children and teenagers.

China’s Leaders See Rosy Economic Outlook for 2021

After weathering the coronavirus last year, the country has set a 6% growth target and plans to add over 11 million jobs in cities.

Under Pressure From Advocates, WeChat Emoji Quits Smoking

China’s most widely used app said Sunday that its cigar-loving soldier had adopted healthier habits.

Former Teacher, Mysteriously Fired, Discovers 20-Year Impostor

After Sun Cunliang lost his teaching job on dubious grounds, another man used his name and teaching qualification to secure a position at the same school.

From Reality TV to Real World, Café Employs Elderly, Educates Public

The set from “Forget-Me-Not Café” has opened its doors to the public, employing elderly people with dementia and other conditions to dispel the stigma surrounding cognitive disorders.

Weibo Influencer Banned, Detained for Slandering Galwan Valley Martyrs

The user known as La Bi Xiaoqiu had also questioned the officially reported number of casualties from last year’s deadly border skirmish.