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Resilient former social media star turned Chinese wrap hawker earns praise for overcoming life’s challenges

Former social media influencer, Xia Kaixuan, now known as “Doghead Lolita,” garners praise from Chinese netizens for her dedication selling traditional breakfast wraps on the street.

Despite challenges and controversies, her shining attitude and resilience captivate hearts on social media and Facebook.

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CHINA: A former social media influencer recently received praise from Chinese netizens for her dedication and hard work in serving customers by selling traditional Chinese breakfast wraps (煎饼果子) on the street.

Several videos shared on social media feature a well-dressed and attractive woman, elegantly clad in a Cheongsam, engaging with her customers with a charming smile while skillfully preparing the famous traditional snack.

In the video, the woman maintains a smile throughout and even uses tomato sauce to draw a big heart on a pancake. A netizen commented, “She is truly adorable! Like a little sun.”

From shining social media star to mental turmoil after her private videos were leaked

The 28-year-old woman is Xia Kaixuan (夏凯旋), better known by her nickname “Doghead Lolita (狗头萝莉).”

Despite her shining and positive attitude shown in the video, Ms. Xia has been through a series of mental torment and controversies in recent years, even attempting suicide at one point.

Before this, she had a well-proportioned figure which attracted 2.6 million followers on Weibo.

However, in 2021, her ex-boyfriend disapproved of her sharing sexy photos on social media and dating someone new after their breakup. In retaliation, he publicly released intimate videos of Ms Xia and even stole explicit photos from her phone that was neither edited nor censored.

Though the ex-boyfriend was eventually sentenced, he was released from prison after just 8 months, while Ms. Xia continued to suffer harassment and insults from netizens during her livestreams, leaving her feeling overwhelmed.

The most devastating blow for Ms Xia occurred when she was expelled by event staff during a cosplay event she attended.

This incident led her to decide to release a nearly 3-minute video In February 2023, revealing that despite facing sexual abuse at a young age and being bullied online over her private videos, she chose to stay strong and continue living.

Tragic experiences since childhood

In fact, according to Ms Xia’s self-confession, she revealed her tragic experiences since childhood: she suffered sexual abuse from her biological father since the third grade of elementary school, her mother was aware of this but did not protect her.

She endured this until she graduated from high school and chose to run away from home.

To earn money for college tuition and living expenses, she took night shifts in a factory, where she became a victim of sexual assault by a supervisor.

After escaping the factory, she entered into a sugar daddy relationship to afford her education, but later, when she joined the livestreaming industry, she was deceived by an unscrupulous agent who not only withheld her wages but also hijacked her livestreaming account.

Additionally, she was asked to compensate 6 million Chinese yuan (approximately $841,800).

In the video,  She expressed a desire to preserve the most beautiful moments of her life and announced her plans to wear her favorite cheongsam dress in the video hinted at her contemplating suicide.

Found alive after alleged suicide attempt in February 2023

After posting the video explaining her intentions, she disappeared, and those around her couldn’t find her. Worried about her safety, they decided to report her disappearance to the police.

A blogger claiming to be a close friend of Ms Xia, named Xiao Ling, provided regular updates to the netizens and informed them that the local police had launched a full-scale search operation.

After a whole night of searching, fortunately, she was found alive, curled up alone in an abandoned building.

After the incident, Ms Xia announced that she returned to her hometown Shanxi to take a rest for few days as she felt tired.

Returned as a hawker selling Chinese wrap

After enduring two tumultuous years, Ms. Xia showcased remarkable resilience by embarking on a new path as a hawker, selling Chinese wraps. Driven by determination and hard work, she embraced this opportunity to build a sustainable livelihood.

Notably, Ms. Xia obtained the necessary certification for making Chinese wraps, and in May, she fearlessly launched her own business.

Her stall has been met with resounding success, evident from her recent videos and Weibo posts, where Ms Xia proudly shares her accomplishments.

Surprisingly, she found herself attracting more female customers than male visitors to her stall.

Ms Xia’s resilience earns acclaim on social media

Her inspiring story has even reached Facebook, with netizens praising the beautiful girl’s resilience and hard work, finding joy in her presence despite the pain she endured. They admire her determination to forge her path and wish her the best for the future.

One netizen praised, “She’s a hardworking and genuine girl. Her service brightens up customers’ moods! It’s worth waiting for, and customers will still leave happy. Her voice is authentic, and her polite manner of serving customers is admirable. To those who question her sincerity, do they actually enjoy going to stores where the service and tone are rude? Keep going, and thank you for your dedication and hard work.”

“She’s adorable and beautiful. A girl who earns her own money with her own hands is the best.”

“A person who has truly crawled back from hell. I hope everything goes well for her in the future.”

“She’s a pitiable girl. Please respect her. She works hard with her own hands and is no less than anyone else. Keep going!!”

“She is a girl who has endured unbearable pain and bravely lives for herself. How can she not be beautiful?”

 

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Tragic stabbing of Japanese boy in Shenzhen sparks concerns over Sino-Japanese relations

A 10-year-old Japanese boy died after being stabbed in Shenzhen on 18 September, raising fears about strained Sino-Japanese relations. The attacker, a 44-year-old man, was apprehended. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida condemned the act, urging Beijing for swift information. This incident follows previous attacks on Japanese nationals, heightening concerns for their safety in China.

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CHINA: A 10-year-old boy, a dual citizen of Japan and China, succumbed to injuries after being stabbed while on his way to school in Shenzhen on Wednesday (18 September) morning.

The incident has raised alarms within the Japanese community in China and could further strain already tense Sino-Japanese relations.

According to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, the boy was attacked in the abdomen near a Japanese school and was transported to a hospital for emergency treatment.

Despite efforts to save him, he died of his wounds early Thursday.

The assailant, a 44-year-old man, was arrested by police near the scene.

The motivations behind the attack remain unclear, and it is uncertain whether the boy was specifically targeted due to his nationality.

A local Japanese businessman expressed concerns for the safety of the community, advising vigilance and caution when speaking Japanese in public spaces.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida condemned the stabbing as an “extremely despicable crime” and called for prompt information sharing from Beijing regarding the investigation.

The Chinese Foreign Ministry, represented by spokesman Lin Jian, expressed condolences and emphasized the commitment to protecting foreign nationals in China.

Lin noted that such incidents could occur in any country and downplayed the potential impact on bilateral exchanges.

Eyewitness accounts described the chaotic scene, with the boy receiving immediate medical attention from passersby.

His mother was present during the attack.

This incident follows a similar knife attack in Suzhou in June, which left a Japanese mother and child injured.

In response to both attacks, Japanese officials have reiterated their demand for enhanced safety measures for their nationals in China.

Wednesday also marked the 93rd anniversary of a significant historical event—Japan’s bombing of a railroad track near Shenyang, which contributed to the Manchurian Incident and subsequent occupation of northeastern China during World War II.

In light of this, Japan had previously requested the Chinese government to bolster security at Japanese schools.

In mourning, Japan’s Ambassador to China, Kenji Kanasugi, ordered the national flag at the embassy to be flown at half-staff and planned to visit Shenzhen to meet the victim’s family.

The Japanese consulate in Guangzhou reported that local government officials had also extended their condolences.

Community responses in Shenzhen reflected a mix of shock and sorrow, with residents leaving flowers at the entrance of the Japanese school.

One local expressed shame over the incident as a Chinese national, while another voiced concern over the implications for Sino-Japanese relations.

As diplomatic tensions have already been heightened by issues such as espionage allegations against Japanese nationals and trade disputes, including a ban on Japanese seafood following the Fukushima disaster, this tragic event may exacerbate existing challenges.

The Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China has urged both governments to ensure the safety of Japanese citizens and seek clarity on the incident.

The investigation into the stabbing continues, with officials pledging to hold the perpetrator accountable under Chinese law.

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Panda knocks down zookeeper in Chongqing zoo, both unharmed

A panda named Ding Ding knocked down a zookeeper at Chongqing Zoo on 19 September, sparking concern after a video surfaced online. Both the caretaker and the panda were unharmed, and the zoo has continued normal operations.

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CHINA: On Thursday (19 September), a social media user shared a video showing a giant panda named Ding Ding (丁丁) knocking down a zookeeper at Chongqing Zoo.

In response to inquiries, zoo staff confirmed that both the zookeeper and the 9-year-old panda were unharmed and that Ding Ding continues to be exhibited as usual.

The video, circulated on Chinese social media platform Weibo, shows a zookeeper noticing that Ding Ding was attempting to escape through a partially open gate. The zookeeper rushed to close the gate, which produced a loud noise.

However, the gate wasn’t fully secured, and Ding Ding can be seen trying to open it again.

Visitors alerted the zookeeper, who rushed back to shut the gate.

This action seemingly agitated the panda, who then turned its attention toward the zookeeper.

During a brief chase, Ding Ding knocked down the zookeeper.

In the footage, some visitors can be heard advising others to stay calm and avoid shouting.

This is not the first such incident at the zoo.

In April 2024, another panda knocked over another zookeeper.

The zoo’s management reported that on 23 April, at around 2:00 PM, a zookeeper was guiding two pandas, Yu Ke (渝可) and Yu Ai (渝爱), to a feeding area when they chased and knocked the zookeeper down.

Fortunately, neither the zookeeper nor the pandas were injured.

Following that event, the zoo held a safety meeting and implemented stricter feeding protocols to prevent similar incidents.

Chongqing Zoo is home to 23 giant pandas.

According to Chongqing Daily, the panda enclosure, which has undergone three rounds of expansion and renovation, now covers nearly 20,000 square meters and is one of the earliest panda breeding centers in China.

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