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Pandas, pingpong and ancient canals: President Xi’s hosting style says a lot about Chinese diplomacy

When French President Emmanuel Macron traveled to China in early December for his fourth state visit, the itinerary began with the expected formalities. There was a red carpet reception at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing and high-level talks with President Xi Jinping on trade, technology and Ukraine.

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Miley Cyrus’ “Scary” Body Paint Campaign For Maison Margiela Divides The Internet

“Miley as their first celebrity ambassador is a bold statement.”

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Chinese Table Tennis' Dominant Performance at the ITTF-ATTU Asian Cup

The ITTF-ATTU Asian Cup, a premier table tennis tournament in Asia, has just concluded with a Chinese sweep of the women's singles event. Chinese players occupied all four semifinal spots in a show of dominance in the sport.

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Medals And Mobs: China's 'Toxic' Sports Fans Face Crackdown

Crowds descended on the home of 17-year-old Chinese diver Quan Hongchan after she won two golds at the Paris Olympics while gymnast Zhang Boheng hid in a Beijing airport toilet to escape overzealous throngs of fans.

International Business Times

North Korean table tennis players may be punished for Olympic podium selfie with rivals from South

Kim Kum-yong and Ri Jong-sik reportedly placed under ‘ideological scrutiny’ and could face punishment if they fail to criticise inappropriate behaviour

The Guardian - AU

Archana Kamath quits professional table tennis to pursue academic career

NEW DELHI: Archana Kamath, who played a crucial role in leading India to the women’s table tennis team quarter-finals at the Paris Olympics, decided to leave the sport despite support from the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), Olympic Gold Quest (OGQ), and other sponsors. At 23 years old, she has…

The Times of India

China Dominates Table Tennis, Wins Every Gold At Paris 2024

Chinese table tennis player Wang Manyu secures women's team gold at Paris 2024 Olympics, showcasing China's dominance in the sport.

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China Leads In Women's Team Table Tennis Final

China's Wang Manyu and Chen Meng secure a thrilling victory in the women's team table tennis final at Paris 2024 Olympics, aiming for a clean sweep of medals.

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Chinese Woman Detained For Social Media Slander During Olympics

Chinese authorities detain woman for social media slander during Olympics, emphasizing sportsmanship and positive online environment.

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Chen Meng Successfully Defends Olympic Title In Table Tennis Final

Chen Meng successfully defended her Olympic title in women's singles table tennis at Tokyo Olympics, showcasing exceptional skill and determination in a th...

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North Korea’s state media breaks silence over rare medals at Paris Olympics

Table tennis silver medallists Jong Sik Ri and Kum Yong Kim could be seen posing with bronze medallists Jonghoon Lim and Yubin Shin of South Korea after breaking an eight-year run without a medal at the Summer Olympics

The Independent UK

Manika Batra's run comes to an end with loss to Hirano in Paris Olympics

PARIS: After Manika Batra's history making performance two days ago, there was expectation of another surprise at the Paris South Arena on Wednesday.

The Times of India

Photographers break Chinese table tennis star’s paddle to spark major Olympic upset

Just 24 hours after landing mixed doubles gold, Wang Chuqin was stunned by Sweden’s Truls Moregard

The Independent UK

‘Auntie’ Ni, 61, beams as she bows out to Olympic table tennis champion

Luxembourgish player Ni Xia Lian gets hug from the Grand Duke despite losing to the world No 1 in the last 32

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Paris Olympics Table Tennis: Birthday girl Sreeja Akula makes history, enters pre-quarterfinals in women's singles

NEW DELHI: Sreeja Akula celebrated her 26th birthday by advancing to the pre-quarterfinals of the women's singles table tennis competition at the Paris Olympics. With a hard-fought 4-2 victory over Singapore's Jian Zeng in the round of 32, she made history for Indian table tennis by joining compatriot Manika Batra…

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11 Gold Medals Awarded Across Various Sports On Tuesday

Explore the outstanding achievements of 11 gold medalists in various sports disciplines at the highest level of competition.

Al Jazeera

Paris Olympics 2024 day four: Nadalcaraz in quarters, India’s second medal

Bhaker became India’s first-ever multi-medallist at an Olympics by winning her second bronze on a hot day in Paris.

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North Korean Pair Stuns In Table Tennis Mixed Doubles Final

North Korean pair Ri Jong Sik and Kim Kum Yong surprise in table tennis mixed doubles at Paris Olympics, reaching the final against tough competition.

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Ping-pong the latest vehicle for China’s continuing face-off with Taiwan

Military tension simmers between the entities but a mixed doubles match in Paris still managed to turn into a minor classic

The Hindu

TABLE TENNIS | Sharath Kamal and Manika to spearhead Indian challenge in Paris

Indian table tennis stars A. Sharath Kamal and Manika Batra lead the Indian squads at the Paris Olympics.

The Hindu

Indian table tennis teams script history, qualify for Paris Olympics

Indian table tennis teams make history by qualifying for Olympics through World rankings, with tough decisions ahead for TTFI.

The Times of India

Pleased with Busan showing, Manika Batra dreams of something special at Paris Olympics

MUMBAI: It hits you as to just how much Indian table tennis has progressed in recent years as you hear Manika Batra express regret over the women's team narrowly failing to beat heavyweights China in the just concluded ITTF World Table Tennis Team Championships in Busan.

The Times of India

Indian men's team beats Chile 3-0 in World Table Tennis Team Championships opener

NEW DELHI: India's men's table tennis team started their World Table Tennis Team Championships campaign with a convincing 3-0 victory over Chile in Busan, Korea on Saturday.

The Hindu

Table Tennis: China downs a spirited India

China defeats India 3-2 in the opening women's group match of the World team table tennis championships.

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Biggest ever Asian Games set to kick off in China’s Hangzhou

Nearly 12,500 athletes – more than ever before – from 45 countries and territories are set to compete across 40 sports.

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