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Young Chinese women dye armpit hair for fashion and bodily autonomy
Cultural scholars note the irony, suggesting that China’s modern ‘armpit-hair shame’ is actually an imported Western phenomenon.
22 Aug 2026 - 9:00AM
A growing number of young women in China are transforming underarm hair into a vibrant fashion statement, using dye to assert bodily autonomy. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote
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‘You are a hero’: Yunnan’s sole female anti-drug chief champions women in drug war
Li believes male and female officers perform equally vital roles; she is determined to ensure no drug criminals escape her watch.
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China ‘Spider-Woman’ single mum scales high-rises to support family
Xu receives widespread praise, as many believe that ‘a mother’s love can elevate her above hundreds of metres’ truly reflects her job.
27 Jun 2026 - 4:00PM
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Mature Chinese women rent time, experiences to young counterparts for support
Initiatives highlight young people’s desire for connection, emotional support amid pressures of male-dominated society.
22 Jun 2026 - 2:00PM
In China, women in their 30s and 40s are gaining popularity by renting their time and life experiences to younger counterparts, embracing the “girls help girls” tradition on social media. Photo: Shutterstock
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Zheng Yuxiu: modern China’s ‘xia nu’ assassin and first female PhD
Independent spirit who resisted grandmother’s bid to bind her feet, worked in intelligence, transported bombs, championed women’s rights.
17 Jun 2026 - 2:07PM
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Chinese woman suffers pancreatitis after 6-day starvation, binge-eating once weekly
Slimming woman scoffs down bucket of fried chicken on weekly day of ‘indulgence’, sparks secretion of enzymes that destroy pancreas.
12 Jun 2026 - 9:00AM
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Women face extra hurdles during China’s gaokao; contraceptives used to delay periods
Pressures of crucial national college entrance exam exacerbated by menstrual factor, folk remedies like mango, blueberries, durian also tried.
11 Jun 2026 - 3:13PM
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China’s first female expert tree climber turns fear of heights into thriving career
Former track athlete branches out and excels working at great heights; says women bring special advantages to job.
14 May 2026 - 2:27PM
China’s first female professional tree climber, who was once an elite runner afraid of heights, has transformed her fear into a successful career, winning awards and teaching the craft. Photo: SCMP composite/QQ.com
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‘Female Knights’: China mums reshape food delivery by juggling freedom and family
Band of sisters who started out as strangers find empowerment on the road; share delivery orders if business is slow.
8 May 2026 - 7:16PM
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China ancient custom sacrificed young women as ‘Cave God’ brides who starved to death
‘Mentally unstable’ but ‘gentle’ young women with ‘intelligence, bright eyes and beauty’ were given up by their ‘anxious’ families.
27 Apr 2026 - 2:00PM
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China Gen Z snipers nicknamed ‘Sweetheart’, ‘Gun Queen’ challenge gender stereotypes
Female sharpshooters go the extra mile physically and mentally to become the very best at handling heavy weapons.
26 Apr 2026 - 6:00PM
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Quirky China: worm removed from woman’s brain, under-fire gamer dyes her skin black
Car driver who left window open gets nasty insect shock, woman gaming host in ‘male gaze’ controversy, surgeons pull parasite out of woman’s head.
19 Apr 2026 - 2:00PM
Quirky China: Doctors have removed a worm from a woman’s brain; a gamer faced a backlash for her extreme body modifications and a passenger left their car window open, causing bees to build a honeycomb inside the vehicle. Photo: SCMP composite/Weibo/Baidu/QQ.com
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China eatery hit for ‘beating wife’ sales slogan hinting at domestic violence approval
Other offensive sayings surface, like ‘a wife cannot be beaten to death and peppers cannot burn in the sun’, ignite online anger.
18 Apr 2026 - 6:16PM
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‘Fire Roses’: China only female cremation team attacks stereotypes, alters mortality views
Women face mental and physical rigours of dealing with death on a daily basis, say it gives them a better understanding of life.
17 Apr 2026 - 6:00PM
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Ice cream brand hit over ‘soft porn vibes’ after comparing product to ballet shoes
Dessert company receives ‘foot fetish’ criticism amid accusations that it used Chinese word for ‘sexual pleasure’ in controversial ad.
15 Apr 2026 - 6:00PM
Magnum Ice Cream removed its advertisements and issued an apology following criticism for likening its ice cream to ballet shoes, which many felt objectified women. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote
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Top China university apologises for mini-film about career man, family-focused woman
Gender bias fury as film shows esports excelling male maturing into a programmer while woman star becomes a mother.
6 Apr 2026 - 6:00PM
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China ‘left-behind aunties’, or senior girl group, get popular for charm, dancing
Lonely, disconnected elderly women find social links, confidence and an army of online fans with their joyous online routines.
30 Mar 2026 - 2:00PM
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China warship’s sole female top officer tells women to prioritise professional skills
Poised, confident senior officer adopts role of ‘evil instructor’ on board; is also known for her ‘caring’ attitude towards crew members.
16 Mar 2026 - 9:00AM
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Ancient Chinese women used crude contraceptives – ate tadpoles, ingested mercury
Condoms made from dried fish maw, hanging women upside down, pregnancy prevention was a dangerous business for women in dynastic times.
9 Mar 2026 - 6:00PM
Over 3,000 years ago, ancient Chinese women faced harsh realities when preventing pregnancy, turning to dangerous remedies. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock/Sohu/Douyin
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China Qing era spawned female authors, poets, despite restrictions on women in arts
Like much of the world, China experienced a notable rise in women authorship during the 19th century, with three poets making a particularly profound impact.
9 Mar 2026 - 1:21PM
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China women living together for years spark debate on cohabitation and support
‘Best friends’ rent flat together after abusive marriages to men; story sheds light on country’s long history of ‘collective’ female living.
7 Mar 2026 - 6:00PM
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Taiwan actress, 58, praised for ‘youthful’ looks opposes ‘female competition’
Former teen idol says she strives to be a ‘radiant mum’; calls on women to find partners who respect them for who they are.
5 Mar 2026 - 6:00PM
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