The sports star is in China where he is expected to sign a new major endorsement deal with Mint Media and attend events in Beijing and Shanghai. Last week Cristiano confirmed girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez is pregnant with his fourth child following ... ( read original story ...)
Hottest day ever in Shanghai as heat wave bakes China
Shanghai sweltered under a new record high of 40.9 degrees Centigrade (105 F) on Friday, authorities said as they issued a weather "red alert" over a stubborn heat wave that has plagued much of the country. Hospitals in the city have reported increased ... ( read original story ...)
USGFX: Australian currency trader staff in Shanghai held hostage in alleged extortion attempt
An Australian currency brokerage says up to 20 staff at its Shanghai office have been held against their will since Wednesday afternoon (local time) in an alleged extortion attempt. A representative of Sydney-based brokerage Union Standard Group Forex ... ( read original story ...)
Shanghai Airlines brings back local dialect
Shanghai Airlines has reintroduced cabin announcements in the Shanghai dialect on selected flights, following suggestions from passengers. The prerecorded messages will initially be played only on flights from Taipei and Kunming, Yunnan province, to ... ( read original story ...)
Aus brokerage says staff held in Shanghai
Up to 50 investors have intruded into the central Shanghai offices of an Australian currency brokerage and are holding some of its staff against their will, in protest against losses made on currency trades, the brokerage says. The incident is the latest ... ( read original story ...)
Australian brokerage says staff being held in Shanghai office
SHANGHAI/SYDNEY (Reuters) - Up to 50 investors have intruded into the central Shanghai offices of an Australian currency brokerage and are holding some of its staff against their will, in protest against losses made on currency trades, the brokerage said ... ( read original story ...)
Beyond Shanghai: 5 getaways in the Yangtze River Delta
Shanghai also happens to be an easy jump-off point for more ... Come evening, Pingjiang Lu is the best pedestrian street for a stroll past historic white houses and trendy new teahouses. Meanwhile, the Suzhou Silk Museum shows off the city's 4,000-year ... ( read original story ...)