【Epoch Times, October 24, 2024】Epoch Times daily combs through essential articles that readers behind the wall must see:
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Zhang Yuxia Emerges in the Spotlight, Does a “Soft Coup” Occur in Zhongnanhai?
Recently, various anomalies have surfaced among the top echelons of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Among them, Vice Chairman of the Central Military Commission Zhang Yuxia has a very high exposure rate, starkly contrasting with Vice Chairman He Weidong. Experts have summarized multiple clues, suggesting that the military power of CCP leader Xi Jinping has been weakened, possibly leading to a “soft coup” in Zhongnanhai.
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Decaying Scene in Dongguan, Rows of Shops Closing Down, Severe Internal Competition
Dongguan City is an important prefecture-level city in Guangdong Province, playing a significant role in the economy of Guangdong Province and even China. However, as the Chinese economy continues to weaken, internal competition in Dongguan City has left technical personnel feeling that it is too difficult to make money. Chang’an Town in Dongguan, once filled with factories, now sees rows of shops closing down, leaving business owners in ruins. Few people can be seen inside and outside the industrial park in Gaobu Town, Dongguan.
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Zhou Xiaohui: Has the CCP Been Hit Hard? Li Qiang Signs a Control Regulation
On October 22, CCP leader Xi Jinping left Beijing to attend the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia. On October 19, Prime Minister Li Qiang signed a State Council decree, announcing the “Regulations on the Control of Dual-Use Items Export of the People’s Republic of China,” which will take effect on December 1, 2024.
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CCP Ministry of Civil Affairs Issues “Encouraging Marriage” Document, Related Suggestions Met with Ridicule
Marriage rates in mainland China continue to remain low. On October 23, the CCP Ministry of Civil Affairs published a document encouraging marriage registration offices to be set up in parks and other places in certain areas, aiming to “provide the best services and most beautiful environment for the parties involved.” However, these suggestions have sparked dissatisfaction among netizens, with many mocking and ridiculing the proposals.
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Sudden Collapse of Tax Bureau Office Building in Jilin Creates a Loud Bang
Recently, a tax bureau office building in Jilin City, Jilin Province collapsed, emitting a thunderous bang. The incident has garnered attention.
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Former Party Secretary of Tianjin Radio and Television Bureau Wan Ke Under Investigation for Suspected Crimes
On October 23, the Tianjin Municipal Commission for Discipline Inspection and Supervision announced that an investigation has been launched into serious violations of discipline and law by Wan Ke, the former Party Secretary of Tianjin Radio and Television Bureau.
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Announcement of the 20th Anniversary Global Chinese Essay Contest for the “Nine Commentaries”
On November 19, 2004, Epoch Times published the series of editorials “Nine Commentaries on the Communist Party,” which comprehensively and systematically analyzed the true history of the CCP, exposing the lies and crimes it has committed over a century, revealing the evil nature of the CCP’s battle against heaven and earth, against humanity, and against the universe. The “Nine Commentaries” first pointed out that the CCP is not a political party organization in the typical sense but an evil cult organization possessed by evil spirits, indicating the historical trend towards the CCP’s demise.
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Some Liberal Party MPs in Canada Demand Prime Minister Trudeau Resign
Some Liberal Party MPs in Canada jointly demanded on Wednesday (October 23) that Prime Minister Trudeau publicly state whether he will resign from the party leadership position before October 28.
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Chinese Woman Brings Rare Germ Strain into the U.S., Louisiana Blames Poor Border Management
Officials in Louisiana stated that an illegal Chinese immigrant carried a rare, highly fatal drug-resistant strain of tuberculosis into the U.S. As she was transferred between multiple border facilities, hundreds of detainees and personnel were exposed to the risk of infection.
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Hangzhou Woman Loses 1 Million in Stock Trading in a Day, Man Loses 800,000 in Real Estate Speculation
With the recent continuous downturn in the Chinese economy, the stock market plummeting, and real estate giants going bankrupt one after another, a large number of stock investors and property speculators who have borrowed money find themselves trapped, resulting in massive losses.
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Yang Wei: U.S. Election Sprint, Beijing Faces Difficult Truths
As the U.S. election day draws near, the CCP is least willing to see Trump win, but the possibility of his victory is increasing. CCP media had been enthusiastic about reporting on the U.S. election, tirelessly slandering American democracy and fostering divisions, trying to influence the direction. However, recently, they seem to be at a loss for words. There must be some difficult truths for the CCP high-level officials, not allowing state media to speculate wildly or reveal the reality. A subtle change is taking place in the power center of Beijing, and the next step in Sino-U.S. relations presents a double variable.
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U.S. Media: How the CCP Government Uses New York Chinatown Associations
The Wall Street Journal on October 22 reported on how the Chinese (CCP) government leverages Chinese associations in New York to conduct influence operations, with the head of the East Henan Association in close relations with the CCP. A U.S. law enforcement official stated, “We see a lot of cases like this, especially in New York City, where many Chinese associations have been infiltrated by the Chinese (CCP) government.”
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CCP Coast Guard Vessel Enters North Natuna Sea, Expelled by Indonesia
On Monday (October 21), the Indonesian Maritime Security Agency expelled a China Coast Guard vessel that entered Indonesia’s exclusive economic zone in the North Natuna Sea, stating that the vessel had disrupted Indonesian personnel conducting seismic surveys. When attempting to communicate with the Chinese Coast Guard vessel, it asserted that the area fell under Chinese jurisdiction, leading to its expulsion by Indonesia.
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Southern Airlines Plane Reportedly “Brushed Tail” During Landing, Aircraft Damaged
Several netizens mentioned on October 23 that on October 21, a Southern Airlines plane operating Flight CZ3534 from Shanghai Hongqiao to Guangzhou Baiyun allegedly experienced a “tail strike” incident during landing at Baiyun Airport.
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During the BRICS Summit, Indian Prime Minister Modi Meets with CCP Leader Xi Jinping
On Wednesday (October 23), Indian Prime Minister Modi and CCP leader Xi Jinping held bilateral talks for the first time in five years during the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia.