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Public Outcry after Sinkhole in Beijing’s Historical Center
Trending on Sina Weibo this week was a 10-meter deep hole that appeared in Beijing’s historical city center on January 24th. The incident stirred public outcry when netizens discovered the cause of the sinkhole.
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Six Chinese Students Dead After Falling Into Flotation Tank During Mine Visit
After six students drowned in a mine tank, social media users question safety precautions and media framing.
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