Who doesn’t love cats? They are sensitive, intelligent, and so adorable. Cats don’t easily get sick, but it’s always a good thing to keep a first aid kit handy. The kit should have a thermometer, round nose scissors, cotton wool,…
What’s stressing you? Is it the nagging of your other-half? The news? Or the simplest of things? Anything can stress you out; even thinking about the idea of stress gives you that heavy feeling, right?
Filial piety is one of the most important aspects of the lives of the ancient Chinese. The traditional Chinese character xiao ” 孝 ” is a combination of the character for an elder person being carried by the son (Zi)…
According to a report by Heritage Foundation, a conservative think-tank, Chinese construction companies that build key offices and residences for African officials should be investigated for potential spying. As usual, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) mouthpieces have come out, pointing…
Ever since Internet technologies began to mature and become mainstream and more versatile, digital nomads have made them their domain. The term “digital nomad” is used to refer to people who work online and are location independent, meaning that they…
Just like most other countries, China celebrates its Women’s Day on March 8. However, there is a difference in how the Chinese celebrate the day. While the rest of the world highlights women’s social, economic, and political progress, the Chinese…
Thousands of people gathered in the evening of June 4 in Hong Kong’s Victoria Park to hold a vigil for those killed during the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre in Beijing, ignoring police orders to stay at home.
Keeping abreast of the times and changing with them is something really worth striving for. With the COVID-19 spreading around the world, people are looking for alternative ways that can help bolster a positive state of mind. Many people have experienced…
Brian and Karin Trautman have been traversing the big blue ocean for 10 years and now sail along with their baby, Sierra. Their boat, called Delos, is an SV 53 ft sloop rig ketch. The couple reminds one of the…
The COVID-19 pandemic has us crazy. One day we were all free to mingle outside and go about our lives. Now, everyone must stay vigilant and observe social distancing to curb the spread of the pandemic. All the comforts of…
Over the past 10 years, China has loaned billions of dollars to poor countries as part of its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). As the COVID-19 outbreak has shut down economies, these nations are finding it increasingly difficult to repay…
Active galactic nuclei (AGNs) play a major role in galaxy evolution. Astronomers from SRON and RuG have now used a record-sample of galaxies to confirm that galaxy mergers have a positive effect on igniting AGNs. They were able to compile…
It’s the staple attack point that most of us have made at some point and even do so continually in our relationships — “Grow up!” While we think we don’t really mean it and it’s just a condescending remark made…
According to a report by Heritage Foundation, a conservative think-tank, Chinese construction companies that build key offices and residences for African officials should be investigated for potential spying. As usual,…
Thousands of people gathered in the evening of June 4 in Hong Kong’s Victoria Park to hold a vigil for those killed during the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre in Beijing,…
Over the past 10 years, China has loaned billions of dollars to poor countries as part of its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). As the COVID-19 outbreak has shut down…
After China’s National People’s Congress (NPC) passed a draft national security law that will allow the mainland government to interfere in Hong Kong’s affairs under the pretense of security, there…
With the current U.S. administration’s “America First” policy and harsh attitude toward those who take advantage of the country, it’s no wonder that a vast majority of Americans now view…
Just like most other countries, China celebrates its Women’s Day on March 8. However, there is a difference in how the Chinese celebrate the day. While the rest of the…
On May 25, 2020, in the third session of the 13th National People’s Congress (NPC), the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) deliberated on their draft resolution to establish a Hong Kong…
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has approved a national security law that will enable the mainland government to criminalize activities in Hong Kong that are determined to be a challenge…
In many ways, the documentary Finding Courage is an accidental film. Its director, Kay Rubacek from Swoop Films initially, never sought to make it a full-length feature.
“The Last Emperor” was, for most moviegoers, an unforgettable cinematic experience. It encompasses Puyi’s noble birth and brief reign. Born in Beijing on February 7, 1903, Puyi was declared the…
Active galactic nuclei (AGNs) play a major role in galaxy evolution. Astronomers from SRON and RuG have now used a record-sample of galaxies to confirm that galaxy mergers have a…
A new study reveals the Chicxulub impact crater may have harbored a vast and long-lived hydrothermal system after the catastrophic impact event linked to the extinction of dinosaurs 66 million…
On May 29, 2020, a family of sunspots — dark spots that freckle the face of the Sun, representing areas of complex magnetic fields — sported the biggest solar flare…
Astronomers using NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope are finding that planets have a tough time forming in the rough-and-tumble central region of the massive, crowded star cluster Westerlund 2. Located 20,000…
According to a report by the United States research firm Sensor Tower on April 29, social platform TikTok, known as the international version of the Chinese short video app Douyin,…
The COVID-19 pandemic has us crazy. One day we were all free to mingle outside and go about our lives. Now, everyone must stay vigilant and observe social distancing to…
India has been on COVID-19 lockdown for more than two months. While this has helped one of the most populous countries in the world keep the outbreak under reasonable control,…
Recently, a U.S. district court slapped a sizable lawsuit on TikTok, the popular social media news app company. The company was charged for violating the privacy and personal data of…
A compressed workweek essentially plays along with the basic rule of the standard 40-hour week. It’s just that the hours are distributed across weekdays to suit your needs. For instance,…
Tsai Ing-wen began her second term as the President of Taiwan by delivering a speech in which she outlined her plans for the island nation. One aspect highlighted in the…
Who doesn’t love cats? They are sensitive, intelligent, and so adorable. Cats don’t easily get sick, but it’s always a good thing to keep a first aid kit handy. The…
What’s stressing you? Is it the nagging of your other-half? The news? Or the simplest of things? Anything can stress you out; even thinking about the idea of stress gives…
Filial piety is one of the most important aspects of the lives of the ancient Chinese. The traditional Chinese character xiao ” 孝 ” is a combination of the character…
Ever since Internet technologies began to mature and become mainstream and more versatile, digital nomads have made them their domain. The term “digital nomad” is used to refer to people…
Keeping abreast of the times and changing with them is something really worth striving for. With the COVID-19 spreading around the world, people are looking for alternative ways that can help…
Brian and Karin Trautman have been traversing the big blue ocean for 10 years and now sail along with their baby, Sierra. Their boat, called Delos, is an SV 53…
It’s the staple attack point that most of us have made at some point and even do so continually in our relationships — “Grow up!” While we think we don’t…
The dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) has been valued since ancient times for its healing properties. It is a symbol of “emotional healing” since the plant can endure harsh conditions. As such,…
There is a story of a mother who didn’t know what to do when her child threw temper tantrums. Depressed, she sat outside the house. There, as she watched the…
There was once a stone-cutter who worked hard all day long. He would cut open the rocks to be then used for construction purposes. After working so hard for most…
We look at others and remark how disciplined they are for what they do while complaining about our weakness for not being able to achieve their levels of dedication. All…
America imports a lot of food items from China. Unfortunately, many of these items do not actually meet proper safety standards. The lax regulatory oversight in China encourages businesses to…
Have you ever heard of eating like a caveman to lose weight? What does it mean? Add more greens to your diet or grill meat over an open fire or…
When faced with a tough choice, how do you make your decision? Do you think about it deeply or just wing it based on your gut feeling? The majority do…
South Africa not only has great wildlife, but it is also home to 10 percent of the world’s flowering species. The Cape Floral Kingdom is a magnificent region situated in…
Due to the outbreak of COVID-19, most governments have advised their citizens to wear face masks when they go out. This is to ensure that the chances of having the…
There are no two ways about it. Absolutely nobody wishes to be criticized. Not everyone deals with criticism the same way for sure, but criticism is not something anyone looks…
First, let’s start with the definition of courage. According to the Merriam-Webster Collegiate Dictionary, courage is “mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty.” Why do we start…
Thomas Watson, the founder of IBM, faced a choice in 1933. Adolf Hitler had just come to power in Germany, and he needed to consider whether to direct IBM’s subsidiary,…
Everyone has those days when you feel down, in the dumps, and incapable of moving ahead. You don’t really have to be diagnosed with clinical depression or have any reason…
There is a story in the Yuetan Sulu, which is a novel written by He Bang-e. In the Qing Dynasty, during the Qianlong reign, there was an examination testing site…
The average person nowadays has evolved a slight tilt downward in their posture from frequent smartphone usage. We have never spent more time looking down in the entirety of the…
Many Chinese people leave China to escape the communist government, hoping that they will have a better life abroad. But the increasing influence of the CCP is crushing such hopes…
Having small children in the house can be a mind-bender for most parents, especially when the kids are really young. It’s easy to be overwhelmed by the constant stream of…
The Potala Palace in Tibet is a highland temple that has attracted worldwide attention for thousands of years. It has fascinated countless people because this temple hides many inexplicable secrets,…
If you thought a budget was something that corporate entities or governments apply to run their operations, this is going to be an eye-opener. A personal budget is something everyone…
In an interview with CNN, tech mogul Bill Gates praised the Chinese government for its role in dealing with the COVID-19 outbreak. The billionaire’s stance is in complete contradiction with…
Of all the drugs that have been proposed to counter COVID-19, hydroxychloroquine has attracted the most widespread attention. The drug’s original use is in the treatment or prevention of malaria.…
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) may have used Malta’s embassy in Belgium to spy on the European Union headquarters located opposite to it. The revelations were made by a spokesperson…
The Trump administration announced that it has blacklisted an additional 33 Chinese companies and institutions. The blacklisting is being done since the entities were identified as being involved in spying…
What is loyalty? To be loyal is to give firm allegiance and support. This could be to your family, friends, workplace, a cause, country, etc. Imagine a world without loyalty.…
It is no joke that summer calls for a hot maintenance regime for proper health. Many may think it seems more sensible to balance with a cold approach to combat…
President Donald Trump recently alleged that the Chinese government was either too incompetent at restricting the CPP coronavirus from spreading globally early on or that they purposefully chose not to…
We’ve all felt that rush at some point in our lives. You feel this sudden jolt of energy to start something new. It could be the idea to write a…
It’s surprising how most existential questions hit you at the most random moments. These are questions that you find yourself facing more frequently than you would imagine, and yet, at…
The relationship between China and Australia has been quite tense since the CCP coronavirus outbreak. When Australia asked that a proper inquiry be conducted to determine the origin of COVID-19,…
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