China Removes 393 Overseas Institutions From Degree Recognition List

China's CSCSE removed 393 overseas institutions from its Degree Recognition list on Oct 19, 2026. Covering 2021–2026, the list is for reference only.

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China Removes 393 Overseas Institutions From Degree Recognition List

Source: OT-Team(G), 中国留学网, 教育部留学服务中心

On October 19, China's Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE), under the Ministry of Education, published its 2026 List of Removed Institutions on its official website, removing 393 overseas institutions from display in its online Degree Recognition Institution Search System.

To help students make informed decisions when choosing overseas institutions, the CSCSE has completed its annual update of the institution search data. The following details have been announced:

1. Data Coverage Period

The current data covers the period from June 28, 2021, to June 28, 2026. The list is based on information about institutions involved in applications that received recognition certificates during this period, with the date of issuance of each certificate used as the reference date.

The search data is generally updated once a year, with each update covering the five years immediately preceding the update date.

Some institutions may no longer appear in the search results because their relevant recognition records fall outside the current statistical period. Such changes do not constitute a new determination of an institution's qualifications and do not indicate any change in recognition standards.

2. Search Portal

The institution search system is available at:

yxcx.cscse.edu.cn

3. The Search Results Do Not Guarantee Recognition

The search data is provided for reference only and does not serve as a basis for, or guarantee of, the approval of any degree recognition application.

An institution's appearance in the search results does not mean that the qualifications it awards will necessarily be recognized. Conversely, an institution's absence from the results does not mean that applicants cannot submit a recognition application or that their applications will necessarily be rejected.

The CSCSE will determine whether to accept and evaluate individual applications, as well as their outcomes, in accordance with the Measures for the Accreditation of Overseas Academic Degrees and Qualifications, the Service Agreement for the Accreditation of Overseas Academic Degrees and Qualifications, and other relevant recognition rules, taking each applicant's specific circumstances into account.

4. Search Results May Change

Search results may change as the data coverage period is updated annually. Adjustments may also be made due to changes in institutional information or the administrative needs of the search service.

Further details on the scope of displayed information and the circumstances under which adjustments may be made are provided in Article 4 of the Instructions for Using the Degree Recognition Institution Search System.

The display or adjustment of an institution's information does not directly determine the outcome of any individual degree recognition application.

5. Read the User Instructions Before Searching

Users are advised to read the entire Instructions for Using the Degree Recognition Institution Search System before using the service.

For questions or to report errors in the search information, users can contact the CSCSE through its published consultation channel at [email protected].

For the full list of institutions, please visit:

https://www.cscse.edu.cn/zwfw/lxfwzxwsfwdt2020/xlxwrz32/qtxx/2026082016425776897/index.html

For the full announcement, please visit:

https://www.cscse.edu.cn/zwfw/lxfwzxwsfwdt2020/xlxwrz32/tzgg61/2026101908585047645/index.html

Shanghai Expat Money ： 5 Financial Questions to Answer Before 2027 Free

Shanghai expats: answer 5 money questions before 2027 on pensions and savings. Get a free, no-obligation 30-minute consultation with an international adviser.

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Shanghai Expat Money ： 5 Financial Questions to Answer Before 2027 Free

Most expats in Shanghai save more than they ever did at home. Housing, school fees, and flights are often covered, income is higher, and the money builds up.

What most people don't have is a plan for it.

The reason is simple: the planning you had at home stopped working the day you got on the plane. Pension contributions paused. Many banks at home will not open investment accounts for non-residents. And nobody can tell you for certain how long you will stay.

Here are five questions worth answering before the year ends.

1. What replaced your home-country pension?

For most expats, workplace and state pension contributions stopped on arrival. Every year abroad without a replacement is a gap that gets more expensive to close later.

2. If you left China next year, what would happen to your savings?

Money sitting in a local account earns little and takes effort to move. International investments are built to travel with you, to the next posting or back home.

3. Are you saving in the currency you will spend?

Earning in RMB while your future costs are in pounds, dollars, or euros is a risk most people never price in.

4. Who pays for university?

Many packages cover school fees to 18. Almost none cover what comes next, and three or four years of overseas university is one of the largest bills a family will face.

5. When were your existing investments last reviewed?

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Guangzhou Metro Stations Become Gyms and Sports Venues for Commuters

Guangzhou opens gyms and pickleball inside metro stations. Pazhou's 6,000+ sqm center starts end of October; pickleball is 60 yuan/hr weekdays, 120 weekends.

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After a long day at work, you might be too exhausted to hit the gym. And when the nearest fitness center is far from home or out of your way, finding time to work out becomes even harder. So, what if the gym came to you instead?

Guangzhou has come up with an unconventional solution: bringing gyms and sports facilities directly into metro stations.

At the end of October, the fitness center at Pazhou Metro Station is set to begin trial operations. Covering more than 6,000 square meters, the facility features fully equipped cardio and strength-training areas, as well as shower facilities where commuters can freshen up after a workout before heading home.

Guangzhou Metro Stations Become Gyms and Sports Venues for Commuters

Xiaohongshu：糯糯崽的生活日记

And the gym is just the beginning.The table tennis center inside Pazhou Station is already open to the public, with nearly 20 tables available for players. Since opening, it has served more than 70,000 visits, according to reported figures, and is frequently fully booked during peak hours.

Meanwhile, a pickleball center and a tennis training area equipped with ball-launching machines are already operating at Tianhe Park Station.

Xiaohongshu：占占的无尽夏之屿

One online commenter summed up the idea with a joke: “While metro systems in other cities are thinking about adding more seats for exhausted passengers, Guangzhou Metro is asking: What if passengers still want to work out after their commute?”

Of course, this new approach to urban life has also sparked debate.

Many residents have welcomed the facilities, praising their convenient locations, comfortable air conditioning and suitability for busy office workers. Turning underused underground spaces into sports venues, they say, is a clever way to make better use of existing urban infrastructure.

Comments from Douyin users

However, pricing has become a point of contention. At the pickleball courts in Tianhe Park Station, court rental costs 60 yuan (about $8.40) per hour before 6 p.m. on weekdays and 120 yuan (about $16.80) per hour after 6 p.m. On weekends and public holidays, the rate is 120 yuan per hour throughout the day. Some residents hope the prices will become more affordable and accessible to a wider range of people.

Others have raised concerns about the playing experience, noting that the relatively low ceilings in underground venues can interfere with shots and make certain sports less enjoyable.

At its core, the metro is designed to make getting around the city fast and convenient. Bringing fitness facilities into stations is a creative attempt to extend that convenience beyond transportation and respond to the changing needs of urban residents.

Imagine grabbing breakfast on your way to work, squeezing in a game before leaving the station, or finishing a workout and taking a shower before heading home.

When a metro station becomes more than a place to catch a train — when it becomes part of people's everyday lives — the city itself begins to feel more alive.

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Editor: Mira

Takeout Box Cuts Nanchang Man's Hand ： 6 Stitches, 15,000 RMB Disputed

A takeout box in Nanchang cut a man's hand on Oct 5, needing six stitches. The restaurant paid 700 RMB but disputes the 15,000 RMB surgery; fault may be shared.

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Takeout Box Cuts Nanchang Man's Hand ： 6 Stitches, 15,000 RMB Disputed

A Takeout Box Cut His Hand So Deeply He Needed Six Stitches — Now the Restaurant Disputes Further Compensation

A routine takeaway order in Nanchang ended with a hospital visit. A man was cut while opening an aluminium-foil food container, and the restaurant is now disputing who should pay for his further treatment.

The Edge Looked Ordinary — Until It Cut His Hand

On October 5, Mr Peng ordered food from a restaurant in Nanchang, Jiangxi. When he opened the aluminium-foil container, the edge cut his left hand. He described it as extremely sharp and rough rather than smoothly finished.

Doctors initially closed the wound with six stitches. Mr Peng later felt numbness in his hand, and another examination found damage to both nerves and tendons.

The Next Operation Could Cost About ¥15,000

Doctors said he would need nerve-repair surgery, estimated to cost about ¥15,000. Mr Peng said the restaurant paid ¥700 for the initial treatment and deposited ¥5,000 for hospital expenses, but it declined to cover the later operation in full.

The restaurant said the containers were intact when they left the kitchen and that damaged containers would not be served. It also pointed to a previous agreement described as a one-time settlement for personal injury.

Who Is Responsible for a Dangerous Container?

The restaurant said the customer may also bear some responsibility and that the exact share should be determined. A lawyer interviewed in the report said both sides could have some fault, and that any claim could include medical costs, lost income and related expenses according to the final division of responsibility.

The case has drawn attention to a small but common part of delivery life: a container that keeps food hot still needs to be safe to open.

Source: Huashang Daily, republished by China.com

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Hair Loss Treatment in China ： Free Assessment for Expats at Barley

Free no-obligation hair assessment for expats in China at Barley. English support, transparent pricing, major-city clinics.

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Still buying expensive shampoos, vitamins and hair serums with disappointing results?

Here's something worth knowing: Different types and stages of hair loss need different treatments. 60 seconds to read. Find out where you stand.

Stage 1: Just Starting to Thin? Signs: Receding temples, extra hair in the shower, or slightly thinner hair.

Good news: You might not need surgery. Treatments such as minoxidil may help, depending on the cause of your hair loss. Early assessment gives you more options.

Stage 2: Your Hairline Is Disappearing?

Signs: An M-shaped hairline, a thinning crown, or a scalp that's becoming easier to see.

Your options: Medical treatments can help preserve existing hair. For suitable patients, a hair transplant may restore lost coverage. Stage 3: Already Balding?

Hair Loss Treatment in China ： Free Assessment for Expats at Barley

Signs: Large bald areas, significant crown thinning, or a deeply receding hairline.

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China Company Annual Costs ： Budget for Address, Accounting & Permits

Annual costs of a China-registered company: address, accounting, foreign work permits, reporting, payroll. Plan ahead; compare what each quote includes.

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China Company Annual Costs ： Budget for Address, Accounting & Permits

Company Registered in China? The Annual Costs to Plan For

The company is registered. Now comes the question that matters for your budget: “What will it cost to keep running?”

There is no single annual figure for every company. Your address, accounting needs, staff, permits and day-to-day operations all affect the total. Here are the costs to plan for before you commit to a setup.

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Business Address or a Physical Office?

Your company needs a compliant registered address. Depending on what it does, an address service may suit its needs, or it may need to rent a physical office as well.

Check the address against your actual business activities. Before signing an address-service agreement, confirm exactly what the service includes.

No Revenue? Accounting Still Matters

No trading yet—or no revenue? That does not mean you can ignore the company’s finances. Businesses generally need accounting records and applicable tax filings. The work involved varies with transactions, activity and scale.

When comparing accounting services, ask what the quote actually covers:

*Routine bookkeeping and tax filings

*Annual reporting and invoice support

*Day-to-day accounting and tax questions

A low monthly fee tells you little until you know the scope of service.

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Foreign Staff? Include Permit Costs

If the company will employ foreigners—or you plan to work in China through your own company—budget for work permits and work-related residence permits, including later renewals.

The cost depends on the applicant, application category, process and services needed. Ask whether a quote covers the work permit, residence permit and renewals. These stages are generally charged separately each time.

If foreign hiring is ongoing, treat these as recurring budget items—not last-minute expenses.

Annual Reporting Is Only ONE Compliance Task

Registration is only the start. Your company must keep track of annual reporting and other ongoing compliance tasks. Depending on the business, it may also need industry licences, company-detail changes or other administrative procedures.

Make the division of responsibility clear: which tasks will a service provider handle, and which remain with your company?

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People and Daily Operations Add Up

Planning to hire? Include salaries, applicable social insurance contributions and other employment expenses. Your operating model may also bring bank charges, office utilities, software subscriptions and other routine costs.

Build the budget around the company you actually plan to run. A single standard figure cannot reflect every company’s size or way of operating.

A Lower Quote? Check What’s INCLUDED

Quotes for registration, addresses, accounting and visa services can vary widely. A lower price does not automatically mean poor service, and a higher one does not guarantee better service.

Compare each proposal on the same points:

*Scope:

Are bookkeeping, tax filings, annual reports, routine advice, work permits and residence permits included?

*Extras:

What might cost more—company changes, extra accounting work, permit renewals or other procedures?

*Payment:

Is the fee monthly, quarterly, annual or part of a package?

*Service:

Does the provider’s experience, communication and responsiveness fit the company’s needs as it grows?

Compare what you receive—not just the number on the quote.

FINAL TAKEAWAY

Plan the Costs BEFORE You Register

A useful company budget goes beyond the registration fee. It covers the address, accounting and tax work, any foreign staff permits, reporting, employees and day-to-day operations.

List the services you need, check exactly what each quote includes, and budget for recurring work from the start.

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New Trademark Law 2027 ： 2-Month Opposition & Ex Officio Cancellation

New Trademark Law (1 Jan 2027): 2-month opposition window and ex officio cancellation for 3-year non-use. Foreign brands need dated use evidence, online use included.

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Part 1.Bad-faith Trademark Squatting: Earlier Opposition & New Fines

The revised Trademark Law brings two rule changes that directly reshape how foreign brand owners manage their trademark portfolio and monitoring workflow.

1. Opposition period shortened from 3 months to 2 months (Article 36)

The official goal is to speed up registration and reduce obstructive oppositions. The flip side: your time to oppose a squatter’s mark is reduced by one third.

Transitional rule (critical):

- Marks preliminarily published before 1 Jan 2027: old 3-month window applies

- Gazettes published on or after 1 Jan 2027: new 2-month window applies

- For international registrations, the reference date is the WIPO gazette date.

Practical action: You need to rebuild your trademark watch SOP for a two-month timeline. Do not wait until the alert arrives to collect evidence; prepare evidence packets in advance.

2. Ex officio cancellation of unused marks (Article 57)

Under the current law, non-use cancellation can only be initiated by a third-party request after three years of non-use.

From 2027, the trademark office may cancel marks unused for three years, as well as generic marks, on its own initiative (ex officio). This power also applies to marks registered before 2027.

Local market departments conduct investigations and report upward; the mark owner will receive a formal notice to submit use evidence before cancellation.

Two major implications for foreign brands:

1. Your dormant, “just-in-case” registrations become a liability. Wide defensive portfolios without genuine use now face cancellation risk. Valid evidence includes dated invoices, e-commerce records, ads, exhibition materials and customs filings.

2. Online use is now explicitly recognised under the law (Article 2). Use via internet, e-commerce listings, livestream and short-video promotion counts equally as offline use. This is the most accessible form of evidence for overseas brands.

Key takeaway

This revision pushes the whole system toward “use-based trademark protection”. The weeks before 1 January are your best chance to audit your portfolio and organise dated use evidence.