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Chemical Town: The Hidden Casualty of China’s Economic Downturn

Articles that cut to the core of contemporary China. In-depth, informed, and carefully crafted, every piece is carried by the voices of the story’s participants.

FEATURES

Economic slowdown and overcapacity have drawn the specter of layoffs to a synthetic rubber hub.

Baidu Gives Up on Commercializing Tieba Forums

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

Company says it has stopped selling rights to moderate its online discussion boards.

Forced to Sleep Outdoors, Evacuees Decry Flood Preparedness

The dike that breached in Huarong County on Sunday was built just two years ago.

Baidu’s Annus Horribilis Continues with Sexist Gaffe

After boos from audience, senior executive removed from position for tasteless presentation.

Ancient Town Liye Flooded After Torrential Downpour

One fireman dead, thousands of residents evacuated, and a Qin-era archeological site submerged.

Official Told to Slam the Brakes on Didi Gig

Debts from medical treatment drove township leader to ride-hailing for extra income.

Guangxi Police Round Up 99 Protesting Villagers

Authorities make arrests following long-running conflict over local quarries.

China’s First CGI Film: L.O.R.D It Looks Bad

Netizens mock trailer of new movie by blockbuster director Guo Jingming.

New Ride-Hailing App Gets Jump-Start from Government

In an increasingly competitive market, can soon to-be-launched Youdi generate excitement?

After E-Commerce, Fake Clicks Contaminate Video Platforms

Inflated user data makes shows, sites look good — but also gives investors pause.

After Two-Child Policy, Family Planning Officials Feel Neglected

Officials call for more respect and higher salaries during protest, but gain little sympathy from public.