Cheng Lei's back in the headlines; The interest rate holds steady; Some hot and cold warnings; And the rise of sweet potatoes...

Wednesday, 19 June: Cheng Lei's back in the headlines; The interest rate holds steady; Some hot and cold warnings; And the rise of sweet potatoes…

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