Weekend News Roundup: China's 'Grandpa Cute' and Policewoman Probe

A summary of weekend news from Asia and beyond, including stories about Chinese youth embracing an 84-year-old influencer dubbed 'Grandpa Cute' and a policewoman being investigated over a uniform dance.

17 Aug, 04:15 — 17 Aug, 04:15

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China embraces ‘Grandpa Cute’; policewoman probed over uniform dance: 5 weekend reads you missed

We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Why Chinese youth are turning to an 84-year-old Cambridge professor for support 2. Chinese officials rattled by White House chaos weeks ahead of Xi-Trump summit 3. How Southeast Asia’s monarchies stay relevant in a volatile region 4. Hong Kong policewoman facing probe over viral video of her...

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Weekend News Roundup: China's 'Grandpa Cute' and Policewoman Probe

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China embraces ‘Grandpa Cute’; policewoman probed over uniform dance: 5 weekend reads you missed

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