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January 3, 2010

Conservationists in India worried about illegal tiger trade

NEW DELHI : The next year is that of the Tiger, according to the Chinese zodiac.

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December 10, 2009

Why Has Taiwan's Birthrate Dropped So Low?

(BBC) At a community center in Taipei, a church bulletin board displays family pictures with children showing off drawings of pink lotus flowers, lush trees, ponds and imaginary bears from a drawing contest at the Botanical Gardens. Catherine Wu, a newcomer to the church, noticed something unusual on the board that any outsider might overlook: each family had two or more children. "Are people encouraged to have children around here?" she asked.

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November 10, 2009

Japan Reports its 54th Death from H1N1 Flu Virus

TOKYO (Channel News Asia) - Japan has reported its 54th death from the H1N1 flu virus. The latest victim is a 7-month-old baby, and it is the first time someone so young has died from the virus in a country with one of the world's best health and sanitation levels.

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October 28, 2009

Desertification one of the challenges faced by China

NINGXIA Province, China: The desert has been taking over large areas of China, and it has become one of the biggest environmental challenges faced by the country.

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June 16, 2009

Urban communities in China contribute to national green efforts

BEIJING: China is currently working to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and address climate change. Apart from national efforts, urban communities are also playing their part to ensure a cleaner and greener environment.

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March 26, 2009

South Korean govt eager for piece of medical tourism pie

SEOUL : Many South Korean pop stars and actors have gained popularity, mainly across Asia, for their looks. And that is why for several years now, foreigners have started to flock to South Korea to get plastic surgery.

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March 13, 2009

South Korea's relations with ASEAN a milestone

SEOUL: It is a milestone in South Korea's relations with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The opening of the ASEAN-Korea Centre by the South Korean Prime Minister and its Foreign Minister reflects the importance of bilateral ties.

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February 9, 2009

Crowds gather in Taipei County to celebrate Sky Lantern festival

Pingsi, Taipei County, TAIWAN: Thousands of lanterns float across the skies of Taiwan on Monday, each bearing wishes of luck and happiness for loved ones. It marks the end of the Lunar New Year and the climax of a two-week international lantern festival.

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February 5, 2009

Yunnan farmers benefit from growing coffee-drinking culture in China

YUNNAN : In tea-loving China, having a cuppa in a gourmet coffee lounge is fast becoming a symbol of status for the young and affluent in the cities.

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December 9, 2008

Chinese govt takes AIDS prevention message to hard-reach areas

YUNNAN: China has kick-started its first AIDS prevention programme targeted at migrant workers who are told they have to wear more than a hard hat to stay safe after work.

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December 8, 2008

China launches campaign to prevent spread of HIV/AIDS among migrant workers

(Channel News Asia) BEIJING: China has the world's largest population of migrant workers. It recently launched a campaign targeting the highly mobile group, with the aim of helping them steer clear of contracting HIV/AIDS.

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November 7, 2008

Chinese farmers gaining recognition for their modern folk art

JINSHAN COUNTY (Channel News Asia): China is reaping rewards from a programme that helps farmers brush up on painting skills for a richer and more colourful village life.

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September 12, 2008

Hong Kong's oldest lantern-maker keeps dying art alive

HONG KONG (Channel News Asia) For the Chinese, the Mid-Autumn Festival is a time to celebrate old traditions. And in Hong Kong, it is also when one fading art form comes to life.

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September 4, 2008

More South Koreans flocking to Southeast Asia for English courses

KUALA LUMPUR (Channel News Asia) In the past, South Korean students went to the US, Canada and other Western countries hoping to get a better, more internationalised education. But these days, many are staying closer to home - Southeast Asia.

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May 5, 2008

Hu's visit aims to mend ties between China and Japan

BEIJING: Chinese President Hu Jintao's begins his five-day visit to Japan on Tuesday amid hopes by both the Chinese and Japanese governments that differences can be overlooked and closer ties fostered.

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May 1, 2008

Protests against Carrefour stores in few Chinese cities

BEIJING : Sporadic protests broke out against French retail giant Carrefour in some Chinese cities on Thursday.

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April 9, 2008

Online debate between Chinese and foreign media over Tibet issue

BEIJING : Life in Lhasa may have returned to normal somewhat following the March 14 riots, but the conflicting media coverage about what really happened has sparked off a controversy on the Internet between the Chinese and foreign media.

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March 26, 2008

SKorean politicians gearing up for upcoming parliamentary election

SEOUL: South Korea's newly-elected President Lee Myung Bak has been in office for a month. He is a conservative who won a landslide victory after two successive liberal presidents.

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March 20, 2008

Taiwanese in China excited about upcoming presidential election

BEIJING: More than one million Taiwanese live and work in China, potentially translating into a million votes for presidential candidates Ma Ying-Jeou and Frank Hsieh in Saturday's election.

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March 18, 2008

Pragmatic young Taiwanese voting for their future

KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan: The young may sometimes be described as politically apathetic, but over in Taiwan where they are holding their fourth direct presidential election this Saturday, the youths are not about to just watch the polls from the sidelines.

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March 14, 2008

London exhibition promotes new wave of Chinese design

LONDON : A new exhibition in London called China Design Now is bringing a new wave of Chinese design to an international audience for the first time.

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March 9, 2008

Amami Islands in Japan boast many centenarians

TOKYO : The Japanese enjoy the longest life span in the world, with a large number passing the 100-year mark and breaking records for longevity.

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February 19, 2008

Chinese competition managers to run all 28 Olympic sports

BEIJING: All competition managers at the Beijing Olympics will come from the host country, a first since the 1996 Atlanta Games.

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February 1, 2008

Less lucky money to go around this Lunar New Year in Hong Kong

HONG KONG: Hong Kong children and young adults are not likely to find more in their red packets this Lunar New Year because of the uncertain economic prospects this year, according to a survey.

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January 1, 2008

Shrinking tuna population drives Japan seafood producers to seek alternative supply

KAGOSHIMA, Japan : Over the new year holidays, quality raw fish like tuna is a much sought-after festive delicacy in Japan.

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December 27, 2007

Japanese PM in China amid warming ties between the Asian rivals

BEIJING : The visit by Japan's new Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda to China this week is seen as a further step towards the warming of relations between the two countries.

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November 16, 2007

Two Koreas to launch cross-border freight train service

SEOUL : North and South Korea will boost economic cooperation by launching a cross-border freight train service next month and creating a joint fishing area in the disputed West Sea.

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August 18, 2007

China authorities step up AIDS awareness campaign in Yunnan

RUILI, Yunnan: Yunnan province is China's most culturally diverse region with 25 ethnic minorities.

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August 17, 2007

Two freed South Korean hostages return home

SEOUL : Two South Korean women who were released by the Taliban earlier this week have finally returned to Seoul.

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July 8, 2007

Shanghai aims to silence horn-blaring motorists with fines

SHANGHAI : In a bid to curb noise pollution, Shanghai authorities are hoping the threat of a new US$26 fine will discourage impatient drivers from blaring their horns indiscriminately.

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June 6, 2007

Chang Jiang residents still adjusting to Three Gorges Dam project

Close to a year from now, the world's biggest hydroelectric project - the Three Gorges Dam in China - will be completed.

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June 5, 2007

Australia studying plan for joint missile defence with Japan, US

TOKYO : Australia is studying whether to participate in a joint missile defence system with Japan and the United States to guard against regional threats.

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