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Sensitive Words: NPC Shockers and Disappointments

As of March 4, the following search terms are blocked on Sina Weibo (not including the “search for user” function). National People’s Congress:
– sand c**t + Beijing (沙逼+北京): Beijing was battered by a sandstorm last week, earning a nickname that plays on the curse “stupid c**t” (傻逼 shǎ bī): “sand c**t” (沙逼 shā bī).
– Two Sessions + shock (两会+雷人): “Shocking” images from the National People’s Congress are making ...

March 5, 2013

Ministry of Truth: Epidemic Situation in Shanghai

The following censorship instructions, issued to the media by government authorities, have been leaked and distributed online. Central Propaganda ...

April 12, 2013

Sensitive Words: Labor Camp, Bird Flu, and More

As of April 10, the following search terms are blocked on Sina Weibo (not including the “search for user” function). • Masanjia Women’s Labor Re-education ...

April 10, 2013