¥214m in Fake Banknotes Seized in South China Sting

Authorities in Guangdong province have captured 14 individuals suspected of involvement in a counterfeit banknote ring.

by Matthew Bossons, 19 January 2018

No, There Won't be an Entire Month of Rain in China

Graphic circulating on Chinese social media showing a weather forecast predicting an entire month of rain is fake.

by Bridget O'Donnell, 23 June 2017

5 Arrested for Selling Fake Tickets to Shanghai Disney Resort

Ten people are suspected of selling fake passes to the resort. So far, five have been arrested.

by Justine Lopez, 17 October 2019

Man Tries to Deposit ¥1,000 in Fake Bills at Guangzhou Bank

Warning: knowingly handing off fake bills is punishable with 15 days detention and up to RMB10,000 in fines.

by Matthew Bossons, 03 June 2017

Internet Celeb Arrested for Selling Fake Products Online in Shenzhen

At one point, she was reportedly able to rake in millions within just minutes.

by Jonathan Zhong, 17 October 2018

Fake BBC Site Owners Angry After Copycatting Exposed

The people behind a ripoff BBC site are pissed off for being exposed as ripoffs.

by Cathy Wu, 12 April 2016

Fake Terracotta Warriors Pop Up Near Real Ones in Xi'an

The Middle Kingdom's most famed statues become the latest victim of Chinese copycat culture.

by Bridget O'Donnell, 09 January 2017

Vendor Busted for Selling Fake Lamb in Dongguan

Expecting to taste mouth-watering lamb on the bone, Ms. Shi took a bite and her teeth hit a hard wooden stick​ instead.

by Mabel Weng, 16 November 2016

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