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China Court Orders Apology in High-Profile Infidelity Case

1/24/2026

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A court in central China ordered Niu Na to apologize to her husband Gao Fei for posting a story that damaged his reputation.
Niu Na learned Gao Fei had a five-year affair with a colleague and used their assets to buy gifts, then exposed it on Douyin, detailing their workplaces and criticizing him.
Gao Fei subsequently sued Niu Na for defamation, stating personal moral failings do not justify such actions.

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Story summary

A court in central China ordered Niu Na to apologize to her husband Gao Fei for posting a story that damaged his reputation.
Niu Na learned Gao Fei had a five-year affair with a colleague and used their assets to buy gifts, then exposed it on Douyin, detailing their workplaces and criticizing him.
Gao Fei subsequently sued Niu Na for defamation, stating personal moral failings do not justify such actions.