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Dec 18 2025ENVIRONMENT

Hungary's Battery Boom: Progress or Problem?

In Hungary, a rush to build battery factories is causing a stir. Chinese companies are investing heavily, with plans to make Hungary a big player in Europe's shift to electric vehicles. But not everyone is happy about it. Locals are worried about the impact on their health and the environment. They

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Dec 16 2025FINANCE

Global Markets Take a Dip: What's Shaking Up Investors?

Stocks in Europe and Asia took a hit on Tuesday. This happened as everyone waited for big news from the U. S. about jobs and inflation. These reports could change how interest rates move. In Europe, Germany's DAX fell by 0. 4%, while France's CAC 40 saw a small gain. The UK's FTSE 100 also dropped.

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Dec 16 2025HEALTH

Brain Health: A Holistic Approach to Dementia

Dementia is a big problem for many people around the world. Scientists and doctors are looking for new ways to help. They are not just using medicine. They are also looking at old ways of healing from places like China. These old ways, called Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), have some interesting

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Dec 16 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Snake Craze: How Zootopia 2 Sparked a Venomous Trend in China

In China, a new trend is slithering into the spotlight, and it's not what you'd expect. Young people are suddenly keen on owning venomous pit vipers, all thanks to a certain blue snake character from Disney's "Zootopia 2. " The movie, which has become a massive hit, has not only entertained audience

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Dec 15 2025EDUCATION

How Kids' Screen Time Shapes Their Language Skills

In a recent study, researchers looked at how much time children who speak two languages spend on digital devices. They focused on 120 Chinese-English kids from low-income families. These kids were between 4 and 7 years old at the start and between 6 and 9 years old two years later. The study found

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Dec 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smart Toys with AI: China's Playful Leap into the Future

China is making waves in the toy world with smart gadgets that use artificial intelligence. These aren't just any toys; they're learning, adapting, and even giving advice. One standout is the CocoMate plush toy by Haivivi, which looks like Ultraman. This AI-powered toy has a warning for investors: b

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Dec 14 2025POLITICS

Hong Kong's Democratic Party: A New Chapter Ends

Hong Kong's political scene has seen a huge shift. The Democratic Party, a key player in the city's pro-democracy movement for over 30 years, has decided to close down. This decision comes after a lot of thought and discussion among its members. Almost everyone agreed it was the best choice. The pa

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Dec 14 2025FINANCE

EU to Charge €3 on Low-Value Parcels from 2026

Starting in July 2026, the EU will impose a €3 customs duty on small parcels valued under €150. This change targets the surge in online shopping, particularly from Chinese platforms like Shein and Temu. Initially, the EU planned to remove the €150 exemption by 2028, but they sped up the process. Th

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Dec 14 2025HEALTH

Chinese Women and Food: A Cultural Perspective on Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are not just a Western problem. They are growing among Chinese women too. But the reasons behind them are different. This study looks at how culture and society in China play a big role. In the West, eating disorders are often seen as just a mental health issue. But in China, it's

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Dec 14 2025EDUCATION

Straight and LGBTQ+ Roommates: A Mixed Bag in Chinese Universities

In China, many LGBTQ+ individuals keep their identities hidden due to long-standing societal stigma. This makes it hard for straight and LGBTQ+ people to interact and understand each other. However, college dorms offer a unique chance for this to happen. But does living together actually change how

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