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Fresh Clashes Hit Kashgar

The violence in Kargilik, Xinjiang leaves three Uyghurs and two Han Chinese dead, according to a local resident.

Myanmar Farmers Arrested for Trespassing on Army-Confiscated Land

The farmers were planting crops after authorities refused them permission.

North Korean Envoy Delivers Message to Chinese President

His visit ends a nearly half-year gap in high-level talks between Pyongyang and Beijing.

Cambodian Monk With Ties to Opposition Party Found Killed

His son had recently been promoted within the Cambodia National Rescue Party.

Xinjiang Clash Leaves Two Village Officials Dead

The alleged killer, who also died, was a suspected fugitive from clashes in Maralbeshi, according to local religious leaders.

Toxic Rice Highlights China's Lack of Openness on Pollution

Officials in Guangdong are pressured to reveal the names of the most polluted brands.

Underage Sex Scandals in China Spark Anger Over 'Weak' Law

Netizens and lawyers hit out at a 1997 law that reduced penalties for sex with minors.

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