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As the 50th anniversary of Mao Zedong's death approaches, his portrait remains prominent in Tiananmen Square and his political thought continues to influence Chinese policy.

A Chinese court has convicted artist Gao Zhen of defaming national heroes, delivering a stern warning to the country's contemporary art community regarding historical political commentary.

A Chinese artist has been handed a three-year prison term for creating satirical statues of Mao Zedong, underscoring Beijing’s strict enforcement of censorship and control over artistic expression.

South Korea's main opposition People Power Party is calling for the dismissal of Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back after he shared a personal motto attributed to Mao Zedong, with the floor leader calling his remarks 'bizarre' and an 'insult to the military'.

Chinese President Xi Jinping is reportedly consolidating his power through methods similar to those employed by dictators like Joseph Stalin and Mao Zedong, according to an extensive article in The Wall Street Journal.

Sixty years ago, Mao Zedong ignited the Cultural Revolution, with its first victim being teacher Bian Zhongyun, who was killed by her own students, an event whose murderous consequences are still overlooked by some.

Chinese universities are now offering courses focused on Mao Zedong and Xi Jinping, a move seen as part of efforts to bolster political education and help students secure top jobs.

Historian Frank Dikötter expresses his astonishment regarding the West's continued benevolence towards Mao Zedong.

President Zardari visited Mao Zedong’s hometown in Shaoshan, noting that the preservation of such sites offers insight into the forces that shaped modern China.

A U.S. court has issued a ruling that will keep historical documents related to Mao Zedong out of China, a decision with implications for cultural heritage and international relations.

Fifty years after Mao's passing, public memory in China is increasingly shifting toward nostalgic remembrance, overshadowing historical accounts of the devastating policies implemented under his leadership.

A contemporary Chinese artist has been handed a jail term for creating artwork that satirized former leader Mao Zedong, illustrating the continued strict boundaries around political expression in the country.

A report questions whether China's Communist Party newspaper is increasingly highlighting women's roles as mothers, contrasting with Mao Zedong's historical emphasis on gender equality.

Using Mao Zedong's theories as an analytical model for the Cod Wars, the trawl wire cutters serve as a good example of successful 'guerrilla warfare' by the militarily weaker party.

A well-known former interpreter, Myfit Mushi, shares a rare testimony about his experience as an official interpreter for the Albanian Workers' Party delegation led by Enver Hoxha during a meeting with Mao Zedong in Moscow in 1960.

The article commemorates May 16, 1966, when Communist leader Mao Zedong initiated a campaign to purge China of capitalist influences and bourgeois thinking, targeting his opponents.

During an official visit to China, Pakistan's President Asif Ali Zardari visited Shaoshan, Chairman Mao Zedong's hometown, and laid a wreath at his statue.

Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari visited Hunan province in China, where he paid tribute to Mao Zedong. China's Foreign Minister stated that the visit aims to deepen friendly exchanges and cooperation at all levels between the two nations.

A U.S. court has issued a ruling that prevents historical documents related to Mao Zedong from being returned to China.

Fifty years after Mao Zedong's death, memories of him are fading into nostalgia in China, contrasting with the current social order.

An article titled 'La última revolución de Mao' delves into the historical events surrounding Mao Zedong's final revolutionary period.

A resurfaced video shows Twitch streamer Hasan Piker calling Mao Zedong 'one of the great leaders of this world' during an address to College Democrats, vowing never to criticize him.

An analysis explores the sinicization of Marxism, suggesting Mao Zedong's success in the revolution stemmed from his disregard for the directives of the Third International.

Myfit Mushi, a renowned former interpreter, shares his rare testimony about a 90-minute meeting with Mao Zedong on August 16, 1967, an unusually long duration for the Chinese leader.

This article references William Morwood's 1980 book "Duel for the Middle Kingdom," which describes the historical power struggle between Chiang Kai-shek and Mao Zedong in China.

China's luxury car brand Hongqi, historically favored by Mao Zedong, is reportedly considering a Stellantis plant in Spain as part of its strategy for European market expansion.

Twitch streamer Hasan Piker addressed Yale students, asserting that the "American empire" is in decline and will likely fall violently. He quoted Mao Zedong and accused the U.S. of imperialistic tendencies.

A U.S. court has issued a ruling that prevents historical documents related to Mao Zedong from being returned to China.