Lesson #114
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Trust in Huawei is fading after latest charge against executive in China
Huawei is one the world's largest manufacturers of cell phones and the equipment that powers cell phone service around the world. However, some people suspect the company of using its equipment to spy on customers for the Chinese government. Now, it's in even more trouble after its chief financial officer was arrested. The charge? Prosecutors say she tricked a bank into transferring payments from Iran, which was against international sanctions. Plus, learn the English phrase "dry up."