Cheer Up, or Else: China Cracks Down on the Haters and Cynics

New York Times Wednesday 8th October 2025, 5:06AM 1 min read 9 hours ago

As China struggles with economic discontent, internet censors are silencing those who voice doubts about work, marriage, or simply sigh too loudly online.

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