From high-profile apologies and celebrity breakups to AI-powered battery tests and geopolitical tension, this week’s Chinese social media landscape reflects a volatile yet fascinating mix of personal drama, national discourse, and consumer sentiment.
Baidu VP Apologizes for Daughter’s Online Doxxing Incident Baidu’s VP Xie Guangjun apologized after his daughter released others' private info during a fan argument, prompting national privacy concerns. Read more
Actress Zhao Lusi Unfollows Everyone on Social Media Zhao Lusi’s sudden unfollow spree stirred speculation about her mental health and online behaviour. Read more
Influencer Couple Han Anran & Song Haoran Announce Divorce Top live streamers Han Anran and Song Haoran announced their separation, with Song citing family and daughter’s wellbeing. Read more
Douyin
Sima Nan Fined 9 Million RMB for Tax Evasion Prominent commentator Sima Nan was hit with a major fine after tax authorities investigated irregularities from 2019–2023. Read more
China’s National Football Team Takes on Saudi Arabia All eyes are on Team China’s performance as they battle Saudi Arabia for a spot in the Top 4. Read more
Sports Analysts Offer Tips for Team China Popular commentators propose strategies to lift Team China’s performance. Read more
Xiaohongshu
“Spring Is Blooming Everywhere” Trend Users are capturing China’s spring in full blossom—from megacities to hidden mountain towns. Read more
Grandpa Beams as Granddaughter Becomes a Lawyer A viral post celebrates a grandfather holding his granddaughter’s law license with pride. Read more
Xiaomi CEO Tests EV Coating by Tossing a Watermelon Lei Jun demonstrates Xiaomi SU7 Ultra’s battery protection by throwing a watermelon from six stories up. Read more
Baidu
PLA Signals Combat Readiness Around Taiwan Eastern Theater Command’s drills, live-fire deployments, and economic pressure mark an escalation in cross-strait dynamics. Read more
President Xi Jinping Welcomed with Folk Songs in Guizhou Xi’s visit to the Dong minority village drew touching scenes of cultural unity and national affection. Read more
Foreign Ministry Responds to Li Ka-Shing Port Sale Probe Amid reports of a government probe into Li’s Panama port deal, China reaffirmed its stance against economic coercion. Read more
Zhihu
Zhihu Debates Sima Nan’s 9M RMB Tax Evasion Fine Legal experts explain how big data helped authorities uncover hidden income and tax fraud. Read more
Li Ka-shing’s Port Sale: Legal but Controversial? As Li’s company sells ports to U.S. firms, political leaders and netizens question where loyalty should lie. Read more
CY Leung: “Merchants Without a Country Will Be Bullied” Former HK Chief Executive CY Leung slams the Li family’s deal, igniting debate over patriotism in business. Read more
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