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China, seeking a friend in Europe, finds rising anger and frustration

New York Times: Beijing's hopes of using Europe as counterweight to the US have faltered.

Backlash to TikTok-Oracle deal grows

New York Times: Backlash is forming in Washington over the deal.

Chinese Covid-19 vaccine ready by November, top scientist says

Clinical trials have been progressing smoothly, with preparations for mass production.

Her husband abused her. But getting a divorce was an ordeal

New York Times: Video sheds light on prevalence of domestic violence in China.

Five Chinese charged over hacks on 100 companies

Five fugitives 'proxies for Beijing', say US officials.

New Zealand SIS reviewing Chinese database for security concerns

The SIS is reviewing the information for potential risks and security concerns.

Disney wanted to make a splash in China with 'Mulan.' It stumbled instead

New York Times: Political controversy over a filming location a rare blunder for Disney.

Chinese military made bid to run NZ Police facial recognition system

The new system will handle 1.5 million existing images and gather forensic data.

Outrage after US prof uses Chinese word that sounds like racial slur

The university received a letter complaining about the use of the Chinese word.

Face off: Baby products firm Terra hits back at allegations about its face masks

Terra says the circulation of incorrect information is damaging to its brand.

Special forces airdrop: Tensions mount between India and China

Reports over 300 Chinese troops conducted a jump over the Tibetan Plateau.

NZ properties remain frozen as Crafar Farms saga heads for retrial

The Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal has quashed the convictions and ordered a retrial.

Free weekend flights? Covid leads to bargain fares

Airlines are offering 'free weekend flights' and discounts to woo passengers back.

TikTok and WeChat have taken Chinese censorship global, claims report

Terms such as 'GayArab' and 'Putin is a thief' hidden in certain countries.

Covid-19 finance scam: FMA warns of watchdog impersonators

The woman's family needed cash after being "stranded in NZ" because of the pandemic.

Forget TikTok. China's powerhouse app is WeChat, and its power is sweeping

New York Times: The US has proposed banning the app.