Nov 28, 2019

China’s boycott diplomacy

Fast food chain Dicos' NBA-themed restaurant in Shanghai. Dicos was among the companies that suspended or canceled partnership with the NBA in October. Charles Zhang/Marketplace

A look at the effectiveness of Chinese boycotts. Travel insurance is gaining popularity. One London butcher's Thanksgiving spread.

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Yes, you are being asked if you want travel insurance more often

by Erika Beras

Nov 28, 2019

Wherever you buy tickets, you're likely to be asked if you want to protect your purchase.

Travelers with their luggage are seen at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Illinois.

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The anatomy of a Chinese boycott

by Jennifer Pak

Nov 28, 2019

When foreign companies are perceived to have crossed China’s red lines, a boycott usually follows.

Fast food chain Dicos' NBA-themed restaurant in Shanghai. Dicos was among the companies that suspended or canceled partnership with the NBA in October.

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On the Road Again - Live Willie Nelson

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David Brancaccio Host

Victoria Craig Host, BBC

Stephen Ryan Senior Producer, BBC

Jonathan Frewin Producer, BBC

Daniel Shin Producer

Brian Allison Engineer

Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer

Erika Soderstrom Producer

Rose Conlon Producer

Alex Schroeder Producer

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