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Drivers stand by cars of Shouqi Limousine & Chauffeur, a taxi-booking service, on Sept. 16, 2015, in Beijing, China.
Beijing Issues First Licenses for Car-Hailing App Drivers After New Rules

Beijing on Monday handed out its first batch of licenses for drivers of car-hailing app services, shortly after the country legalized these services and left it to local governments to lay out the requirements on how to become a driver.

Didier Drogba looks to follow through his departure from Montreal Impact with a move to Olympique Marseille, but such is becoming more unlikely following fans' frustration over his refusal for a pay cut.
Olympique Marseille Fans Reject Didier Drogba Comeback, Tells Chelsea Legend To ‘Stop Being A Crybaby

Didier Drogba may have set his sights on a last bow at former club Olympique Marseille, but fans of the Ligue 1 side vehemently rejected his potential comeback. Club bosses were said to be at odds with the striking legend's exorbitant wage demands.

Tesla in China will no longer allow new users of electric cars to supercharge for free, the company made the announcement on its blog site.
Tesla to Impose Supercharging Fees to Users In China

Tesla in China will no longer allow new users of electric cars to supercharge for free, the company made the announcement on its blog site.

Published by the Shanghai Educational Publishing House on Wednesday, Jan. 11,
'Little Men' Textbook for Boys Aimed to Correct Effeminate Behavior

To fight the growing "gender crisis" in the country, a Shanghai-based publisher has released China's first textbook for boys. Called "Little Men," the textbook aims to strengthen masculinity and other related ideals among Chinese kids in the 4th and 5th grades.

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Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe extended development aid packages to the Philippines in his trip last week.
China and Japan: Key Differences in Giving Foreign Aid

There is no doubt there is an age-old rivalry between Japan and China. Since 2014, the two east Asian countries have been vying for the position of chief economic and military power in Asia.

Nestle SA Maggi seasoning is displayed on a shelf in Dongguan, Guangdong Province, China.
1 Billion Yuan Fake Branded Seasoning Manufactured in Duliu Township

According to a report, Manufacturers at a township in North China's Tianjin Municipality were allegedly found to be counterfeiting more than 1-billion-yuan worth of food seasoning from famous brands like Nestle and Totole.

Snow is seen on the Great Wall after a snowfall on Nov. 23, 2015, near Beijing, China.
China to Wage a ‘Toilet Revolution'

China has vowed to wage a revolution against unsightly toilets to boost the country’s tourism sector. The plan is in response to the complaints regarding toilet hygiene at the country’s various tourist spots.

Dalian coherent light linear accelerator.
World's Brightest VUV Free Electron Laser Research Facility Developed by China

No dedicated high gain VUV FEL light source facility for basic research has been developed in the world thus far, however.

Foreign graduates with a Master’s Degree, even without work experience, are already eligible to apply for a working visa in China.
Good News for Foreign Master's Degree Holders: No Need for Experience to Work in China

China's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security recently announced a change in the qualification for international graduates to work in the country. Foreign graduates with a Master's Degree are already eligible to apply for a working visa right after graduation. China has lifted its previous requirement of at least two years of work experience after graduation, at least to the Master's Degree holders.

Landspace Technology office.
Suspicious Chinese Startup Fancies Itself as China’s SpaceX

Zhang said his company could not have won recognition from this overseas client.

U.S. Navy carrier group.
US Navy’s New Sea Control Strategy a Manifestation of its Cold War Mentality and Hegemonism

Admiral Rowden contends the U.S. Navy will have to regain control of the sea.

Chinese fishermen will face stricter regulations as marine resources are depleting.
China’s Marine Resources Under Threat; Depletion of Fish Remains a Challenge

A study recently published by Stanford University revealed that there are opportunities that the Chinese government can use to control the loss of marine resources in the country's seas.

Horrific smog in Zhengzhou, Henan Province.
China's Suspension of Coal Power Plant Construction Not Due to Public Health, Environmental Concerns

China, through its National Energy Administration, announced that its 85 planned coal power plants are being deferred as they do not fit in China's five-year plan.

Donald Trump Holds Meetings At Trump Tower
China Not to Back Down Should President-elect Donald Trump Continue to Violate 'One China' Policy

China avers it will not hesitate to use force against any nation intent on violating the "One China" policy.

The insulting Gandhi flip flops sold on Amazon.
Indians Livid with Anger as Amazon Sells Flip Flops with Gandhi’s Face on Them

Only last week, Amazon was pilloried for selling doormats bearing images of the Indian flag.

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