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Katherine Langford
Katherine Langford
Editor-in-Chief · Edina, MN
Katherine oversees editorial operations across all six brands. Before joining The Meridan Group, she spent 14 years at the Minneapolis Star Tribune, where she led the metro desk through its digital transformation. She holds a Master's in Journalism from Northwestern's Medill School.
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We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. China narrows the path to elite official training scheme for overseas graduates 2. Are the latest party promotions a sign of a new political trend in China? 3. Soft power on display as China’s first lady Peng Liyuan hosts German counterpart 4. Can Connie Chan become San Francisco’s first...
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