June 11 – In China the number 8 is supposed to bring good fortune and many people had high hopes for the year 2008.
Last month’s devastating earthquake, a plunging stock market, and soaring inflation are just some of the events that have taken place so far this year.
Tara Joseph-Hui reports.
China’s lucky 8 losing lustre
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What does ‘lustre’ mean in the title of this news item?
Why is the number 8 significant in China?
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Who is Raymond Lo?
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