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Shanghai Botanical Gardens will feature beds of tulips for next spring's Shanghai International Flower Show.
Shanghai Botanical Gardens Invites Local Tulip Planters

The Shanghai Botanical Gardens encourages locals to participate in the tulip planting activities in preparation for next year's Shanghai International Flower Show.

Huawei is stepping up its efforts to gain a footing in the local chip-making industry.
Huawei Signs Agreement on Developing ICT in Nigeria

China’s global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider Huawei and the Nigerian government signed an agreement on Thursday, Dec. 10, to create Information Communication Technology (ICT) hubs across the country, the Xinhua News Agency reported.

Japanese Bento Box
Secret To Long Life: World’s Highest Life Expectancies Due To Diet, Exercise, Social Support: WHO

The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported that today the global average lifespan is increasing, and most people around the world will live into their sixties. Japan had the longest life expectancies, followed by East Asia and the Mediterranean. WHO researchers tracked longevity starting at 60 years old, as it is mostly based on how healthy a senior citizen's lifestyle and environment are during old age.

Piles of electronic waste head up in front of the houses in Guiyu.
Southern Chinese Trash Town Orders Recycling Firms to Move to Industrial Park

The southern Chinese town of Guiyu has ordered recycling firms in the area to move to an industrial park by the end of 2015.

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National Geographic December 2015 Issue
National Geographic’s 'Most Powerful Woman In The World' Is Jesus’ Mama

German Chancellor Angela Merkel may be Time's Person of the Year for 2015, but she is not the most powerful woman in the world.

A Chinese paramilitary police officer guards in an underground tunnel near Tiananmen Square in this Oct. 1, 2015 photo.
Hundreds of Fugitives Brought Back to China Since April: Official

Over 700 Chinese fugitives linked to financial crimes have been repatriated from foreign countries since April to stand trial at home, according to a senior anti-graft official.

Driving students currently rely on driving schools to get a license.
New Policies to Simplify Getting a Driver's License, Cut Red Tape

There is set to be a change in policy to simplify the process of obtaining a driver's license. The changes will cut the red tape and give less power and added liability to driving schools.

Michelle Obama, Barack Obama
US President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama Pick Their Favorite Films, Songs, Books and TV Shows of 2015

US President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama revealed their picks for 2015's best films, songs and TV shows.

Beijing smog began to clear due to emergency measures set up by the Chinese government.
Beijing Lifts First-ever Smog Red Alert

The red alert for air pollution was lifted Thursday after the PM2.5 level went down to 15 micrograms per cubic meter.

A waste transfer station could potentially pollute nearby areas if the facility is not managed properly.
Protests Halt Construction of Waste Transfer Station

The construction of a waste transfer station in Wuhan was stopped after local residents protested over it on environmental grounds. Residents are afraid it might end up polluting a nearby lake as well as the air.

Merchant vessels will soon have to watch their emissions when going through three key areas in China.
China to Implement Stricter Policies to Curb Ship Pollution

China is planning to introduce policies that will police the emissions of ships that navigate and anchor in three specific zones. The goal is to decrease the amount of sulfur dioxide that causes acid rain.

Kaiya
Biting Diplomacy: Adopted Dog Of Israeli PM Bites 2 Visitors In 1 Day

Does Kaiya, the adopted dog of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, have a grudge against politicians even if his new owner is one?

UAE Minister of State Sultan Bin Ahmed Sultan Al-Jaber expressed UAE's desire to further develop its strategic partnership with China.
UAE Seeking Deeper, Sustained Bilateral Ties with China

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is looking toward further development in the bilateral strategic partnership with China, a senior UAE official said on Wednesday, Dec. 9, the Xinhua News Agency reported.

An aging population brings with it significantly more pensioners.
Aging Problem to Bring Challenges to China: World Bank Report

A World Bank report has explained how the problem China is facing with regards to its aging population will affect the country in various ways. The report recommends urgent reforms in order to adapt to the situation.

Fr. Peter Miqueli
Lawsuit Accuses Bronx Priest Of Stealing $1M From 2 Parishes To Fund S&M Male Lover

Another scandal is hitting the Archdiocese of New York after parishioners from St. Frances de Chantal in Bronx, New York, filed a lawsuit against an alleged gay priest.

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