Vision Times Staff
Dongzhi: The Chinese Winter Solstice
By Natalie Nesbitt, Vision Times UK Staff Thursday, Dec. 22, is the Chinese winter solstice known as Dongzhi (冬至), which means "Winter’s Arrival." It is celebrated when the night is the longest and the day...
The Origins of the Christmas Tree
By Sellainne Cathry, Vision Times UK Staff Since ancient times, many cultures have seen trees as sacred and revered them as symbolic representations of life, the universe, our place within, and our connection to the...
Shen Yun Arts Proficiency Assessment Center Holds Their End-of-Semester Performance
On Dec. 17 at the Northern Academy of the Arts nestled away in New York State’s beautiful Hudson Valley, the Shen Yun Arts Proficiency Assessment Center (APAC) held their End-of-Semester Performance featuring children, ages seven...
Northern Medical Center Embarks on New Integrative Medicine Program With Local Police Department in Upstate NY
This article was published on behalf of Northern Medical Center in Middletown, NY. Despite the cold, grey skies of winter and the tempting comfort of “taking it easy” through the mid-holiday season, an upstart medical...
China’s Unsung Freedom Fighters Remembered in ‘Eternal Spring’
In China, where all media is under the strict watch of the communist authorities, getting an uncensored take on current events is hard, but some are willing to put their lives and safety on the...
In ‘Silver Screen Dreams’, a Strong Message of Perseverance and Forgiveness
MIDDLETOWN, NY — The award-winning independent film Silver Screen Dreams is on until Wednesday, Oct. 12 at Middletown Cinemas after a successful screening on the weekend of Oct. 1-2. Set in modern China’s entertainment industry,...
Alongside Push for Digital Currency, Gold Keeps Its Long-term Value
Commentary In recent years, governments and global organizations have been pushing for digital currencies. The International Monetary Fund speaks of “a new era of digital money,” while the World Economic Forum’s Digital Currency Governance Consortium...
Top Picks From America’s Food and Beverage Show
The Americas Food and Beverage Show was held in Miami Beach Convention Center Sept. 12-13. May Song and Mary Lee, our staff most dedicated to finding delicious and healthy foods, attended the event. While much...
The Organic Grill: Vegan and Organic Food for Better Health
Everyone is familiar with the old adage, "you are what you eat.” Nothing affects human health more than diet, which can explain why food-related diseases like obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and cancer are so common....
The Scientific Accomplishments of Ancient China’s Guo Shoujing
With an asteroid and a lunar crater named in his memory, there is no doubt that Guo Shoujing’s legacy was remarkable to posterity. Raised and inspired by his grandfather to study mathematics, astronomy, and hydraulic...
Comment: ‘Deglobalization’ Is Coming. Here’s What We Should Expect
Note: This piece is translated from a Chinese social media post for the benefit of our readers, and does not represent endorsement by Vision Times. These days, the term "deglobalization" has become a mantra heard...
Guan Hanqing–The Greatest Chinese Playwright
The remarkable Guan Hanqing* lived at a time when the Mongols had invaded China to include it in the vast Eurasian territories that comprised the Mongol Empire. The Yuan Dynasty, established by the conquerors, saw...