China's "Pocket Change" Donation to the Philippines
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MediaWatch is our take on the stories big and bizarre in newspapers, on news websites, blogs and on social media. We also look at stories about how the media functions and how it’s evolving in today’s society. Presented by James Creedon. Tune in at 10.22pm for the international media.
On MediaWatch, China’s “measly” aid donation to the Philippines comes under scrutiny, and reaction is divided – with some Chinese netizens supporting the frugal figure. Tourists and divers rally round to send aid and supplies to the smaller, more remote communities in the Philippines, and in Moscow a ticket dispenser with a difference goes viral.
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