On September 22, a popular landmark wall in Linfen, Shanxi, featuring a portrait of Marilyn Monroe, was painted white and replaced with the red characters 'Love Reading,' sparking heated discussion and mockery among netizens.
On August 4, students reported that Linfen No. 1 High School in Yaodu District, Linfen City, Shanxi Province, had illegally organized students to return to school and start classes early during the summer vacation.