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Yao Ming, center, accepts an honorary PhD in sociology from the University of Hong Kong, on Nov. 27, 2012. Yao received the honor for his contributions in promoting HIV/AIDS awareness and education on an international level. (Photo/Osport)
Yao Ming, center, accepts an honorary PhD in sociology from the University of Hong Kong, on Nov. 27, 2012. Yao received the honor for his contributions in promoting HIV/AIDS awareness and education on an international level. (Photo/Osport)