Tsinghua University Dismisses US Student After Unreturned Leave

Tsinghua University dismissed US student He *rui for not returning from a six-month leave. No response to contacts; notice May 18. Appeal within 60 days.

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Source: OT-Team(G), 中国侨网

Tsinghua University’s Department of Industrial Engineering has officially dismissed an undergraduate student from its Class of 2024 after the student failed to complete re-enrollment procedures following a approved leave of absence, according to a public notice posted on the department’s website.

The notice, issued on May 18, states that the student, identified as He, was granted a six-month leave of absence in March 2023. He was due to return and re-enroll for the fall 2023 semester but did not do so within the university’s prescribed timeframe. The department said it made multiple attempts to contact him, all of which went unanswered.

“As all other means of service have been exhausted without success, this notice is hereby served by public announcement,” the university stated. Under the regulations, the notice is considered legally delivered 60 days after the date of publication.

This is not the first time the university has addressed the case. In January 2024, the Department of Industrial Engineering published a prior notice titled “Notice of Intended Withdrawal for Student He *rui.” That document identified the student as He *rui (HAMIN COREYNI**S), a male U.S. citizen born on February 16, 1998. It confirmed that he had taken a leave in March 2023 and was required to re-enroll for the fall semester, but had neither done so nor responded to repeated outreach from the faculty.

The decision to dismiss him was made in accordance with Article 39, Clause (5) of Tsinghua University’s Undergraduate Academic Status Regulations (Qingxiao Fa [2020] No. 38), which covers cases of prolonged unauthorized absence from studies.

When contacted by reporters on July 1, a staff member at the Department of Industrial Engineering’s office confirmed that the student has still not been in touch with the university. They referred further inquiries to the university’s news center. As of the time of reporting, calls to the news center had not been answered.

The notice also informs the student of his right to appeal the decision in writing to the university’s Student Appeals Committee.

U。S。 Tipping Culture Explained for World Cup Fans ： 20% Tips and Etiquette

World Cup fans in U.S. confused by tipping, questioning tips for water. Servers earn $2/hr, 20% standard, owners suggest 10-20%. A $30 meal adds $6.

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World Cup Fans Shocked by U.S. Tipping Culture: “Why Am I Tipping for Water?”

As the World Cup enters the knockout stage, fans from around the world have been traveling to U.S. host cities to watch the matches. But outside the stadiums, another topic has sparked debate:America’s tipping culture.

According to Chinese media reports citing the BBC, many international visitors have expressed frustration with the cost and confusion of tipping in the United States, while some local restaurant and bar workers have complained that foreign fans are not tipping enough.

Some England fans said they understood the idea of paying extra for good service, but found it “strange” to be asked for a tip even when buying just a bottle of water, because the staff “didn’t really do anything.”

Australian fans also described the experience as a culture shock. One fan said that in Australia, customers usually pay the price shown on the bill, while in the U.S., tips are often expected and visitors may not always know how much to give. Another Australian fan said adding around $5 in tips for every drink was difficult to understand, especially after already spending heavily on match tickets.

Fans from Asia also expressed similar frustration. One fan from Tokyo said there is no tipping culture in Japan, and that prices in the U.S. already felt expensive before tips were added. Another said even a basic meal could cost around $30, and adding a tip of nearly 20% felt like enough money to buy another meal.

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In the U.S., tipping is closely tied to the wage system in the service industry. Some restaurant and bar workers earn only a little over $2 per hour before tips, and many rely on tips of around 20% to make a living. If wages plus tips do not reach the legal minimum, employers are required to make up the difference.

Still, some foreign visitors argue that paying staff fairly should be the responsibility of businesses, not customers.

Some U.S. restaurant and bar workers have also complained that some foreign fans and tourists are very stingy when it comes to tipping. A bar owner in Brooklyn said some tourists “either don’t tip at all, or pretend they don’t know how tipping works.”

A restaurant owner in New York said Europeans do not tip the way Americans do, calling it a cultural difference. In the U.S., when customers spend hundreds of dollars but leave no tip, servers sometimes have to awkwardly explain that service is not included. In Europe, by contrast, service charges are often already included in the listed price.

The owner of a German-style restaurant in downtown Los Angeles said some businesses now suggest tip options of 20%, 25%, or even 30%, which he considered “too high.” He suggested keeping tips between 10% and 20%, adding that tips are shared with team members who help create a good dining experience, including dishwashers, cooks, bartenders, and servers.

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China Eastern Airlines Offers Free Wi-Fi on Global Flights Starting Friday

From Friday, China Eastern and Shanghai Airlines offer free in-flight Wi-Fi on all wide-body aircraft, covering domestic and international routes including the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Available to every cabin class with no surcharge or eligibility restrictions.

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China Eastern Airlines has announced a major upgrade to its in-flight connectivity service, confirming that from Friday onward, Wi-Fi access will be completely free for passengers traveling on all wide-body aircraft operated by China Eastern Airlines and its subsidiary, Shanghai Airlines.

The move marks a significant expansion of China Eastern’s complimentary in-flight Wi-Fi service, making it available across the airline’s wide-body fleet on both domestic and international routes. 

After the upgrade, passengers flying on China Eastern wide-body aircraft will be able to stay connected throughout their journey without paying any additional Wi-Fi fees.

The free Wi-Fi service will also be extended to the airline’s global network, including routes to the Americas, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, and South Asia. 

This means passengers on long-haul international flights will have greater convenience when staying in touch with family, handling work matters, browsing online, or enjoying digital entertainment during their trip.

Going forward, all passengers traveling on China Eastern or Shanghai Airlines wide-body aircraft will be able to enjoy complimentary in-flight Wi-Fi regardless of their destination, flight distance, route region, or cabin class. 

Whether passengers are seated in economy, business, or first class, the service will be available free of charge, reflecting the airline’s efforts to improve the overall travel experience and offer greater value to customers.

China 5-Star Card Approval for German Executive with Strict Residency

German executive secured China's 5-Star Card through employment route. AnyHelper reviewed travel records, recalculated days to satisfy 6-month/year rule, and submitted at optimal time, avoiding rejection and achieving approval.

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Success Case | German Executive Nearly Missed the 5-Star Card Requirement — Then Got Approved

Client Background

Our client is a German national and a senior executive at a German multinational company in China. He contacted us for support with his 5-Star Card application.

Key Challenge

The client planned to apply through the employment-based route.

The biggest challenge was not his position or company background, but his residency record.

For this route, applicants must meet strict physical presence requirements, including staying in China for at least 6 months per year during the required period.

When the client first came to us, his case was very close to missing the eligibility threshold due to complex travel history and residency calculations. A small miscalculation could have affected the whole application.

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How AnyHelper Helped

AnyHelper conducted a day-by-day review of the client’s travel and residence records.

We recalculated his China stay days, checked the timing against the 5-Star Card requirements, and identified the earliest safe submission window.

Instead of submitting too early and risking rejection, we created a precise filing strategy and prepared the application for submission as soon as the requirements were fully met.

Result

The client successfully obtained his 5-Star Card through the employment-based route.

This case shows that for 5-Star Card applications, strong qualifications are not always enough. In many cases, the difference between rejection and approval can come down to accurate timeline calculation and the right submission strategy.

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