Urgent.News

What's breaking now, across thousands of outlets.

AI

‘Kids’ nemesis’: Chinese vlogger uses ‘recycling’ approach to help children drop bad habits

A man in central China has gone viral for a series of “second-hand brat recycling” videos that are splitting public opinion, with some praising them as vital educational tools and others warning that they cause childhood trauma. Yan Zhengjun, known by the nickname “Uncle A Jun,” hails from Henan province and has amassed 1.6 million followers on a popular platform. Since 2021, Yan has created…

‘Kids’ nemesis’: Chinese vlogger uses ‘recycling’ approach to help children drop bad habits

An American think tank's report has sparked controversy in China following a reported 46% decrease in Chinese student visas issued to the United States. The Centre for Immigration Studies (CIS) analyzed U.S. State Department data and claimed the decline could benefit American students and national security by reducing risks of technology transfer and espionage.

However, China's Global Times dismissed the report, stating it lacks evidence and accuses the study of politicising normal academic exchanges. The CIS, a pro-immigration organization, cited lower immigration levels and stricter enforcement as the reasons for the visa drop, which they attribute to U.S. political maneuvers like suspending interviews and enhanced scrutiny for students from specific countries.

Written by urgent.news from South China Morning Post's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.

This story

This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.

Read the original at scmp.com →

More in AI

Hormuz shipping prospects remain uncertain

• Tanker reports fresh explosions in strait; US naval blockade remains in place • US imports of Middle East crude set to cross 0.6m barrels per day • Vance, Ghalibaf trade barbs over ‘messy…

More from Friday 7 August →