Rights groups have been calling for Laos to release human rights lawyer Lu Siwei rather than deporting him back to China and almost certain imprisonment.
Newly released Chinese drama Hi Producer has captured the attention of Chinese audiences with its special perspective on traditional Chinese art. Focusing on the production of a cultural feast that showcases the beauty and diversity of China s intangible cultural heritage, the show explores various aspects of traditional crafts, such as lacquerware, ancient women s clothing and UNESCO-listed kesi, a traditional silk tapestry weaving technique, with the help of more than 50 celebrities.