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Stories of cute furry animals that manage to find moments of joy while doing crushing jobs are bringing some solace to a generation of burnt-out workers.

No other animal can make the giant panda’s adorable symbolism – but in China, its diplomatic power has at times been met with nationalist outrage.

Mei’s family run a temple to their ancestors in Toronto, depicting a rich and important tradition in Chinese culture.

Pandas are bears – but two million years ago they stopped eating meat. Their digestive systems have not yet adapted, though. Do upset stomachs make panda pregnancy more difficult?

People refuse to believe the videos of sun bears at Huangzhou zoo are real bears .

The success of Frozen extends beyond the box office, leaving a permanent mark on popular culture.

When it comes to giant pandas, politics, economics and international diplomacy often eclipse conservation considerations.

China has used the animals to foster diplomatic goodwill for decades. However, with big differences between China and Australia, pandas perhaps can only do so much.

Scientists predict 56% of ‘data deficient’ species are probably at risk.

A focus on green energy growth could be a bonus for China’s economy.