Culture

In recent years, a concerning phenomenon has emerged on Chinese social media platforms where parents use their children as props to create content and performances, known as "晒娃" (showing off children). This trend has sparked widespread debate and concern about the exploitation and well-being of the children involved. Behind the seemingly innocuous posts and videos lies a more sinister industry that raises questions about the exploitation of children for financial gain.

Every year, as the high-stakes gaokao exams approach, a familiar scenario unfolds. It has become a sort of "traditional program" in the narrative of China's college entrance examination season. The story typically involves a high school student who, in the chaos of preparation or the anxiety of the exams, misplaces their crucial admission ticket - the gaokao voucher. This voucher is not just any document; it is the key to entering the examination hall, a physical representation of the student's months, if not years, of tireless study and dedication.

The People's Bank of China (PBOC) has announced that it will conduct a 1 trillion yuan buyout-style reverse repurchase operation, a move that has garnered significant attention. This operation aims to maintain ample liquidity in the banking system and inject vitality into the real economy. By doing so, the PBOC seeks to stabilize market expectations and control fluctuations in the money market, thereby supporting the overall economic growth.