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According to the Central News Agency (CNA), Lin Chi-ling, Taiwan's most recognizable model and actress, has been quietly erased from two mainland Chinese productions in the space of weeks, after her nomination to a Taiwanese government cultural board triggered a backlash from Chinese netizens and set off a wave of
Dutch Artist Uses Optical Illusion to Turn Buildings into 3D Masterpieces
Optical illusions play cunning tricks on the mind and eyes. Mastery in this craft enabled one artist...
Overcoming Artist’s Block: Recover Your Creative Inspiration – Part I
The life of an artist can be like riding a roller coaster. When inspiration strikes, it seems like nothing...
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...
They Were the Ones: A Song to Remember Those Who Sacrificed for Their Faith
For many people around the world, today, July 20th, is a day of tragedy and remembrance. It was this...
History Reveals an Ancient Digital Device Stored in the Pocket: The Human Hand
While the human hand is the obvious tool of choice for an astounding number of physical tasks, it was...
Young Origami Artist Achieves Astounding Detail With Clashing Paper Knights
Origami is a centuries-old art that requires focus, attention to detail, and, most importantly, vision...
Mozart Music Enhances Everything From Brain Power to Microbial Activity
Music is an essential component of life for many of us. Depending on the tune, music can make us feel...
Shen Yun Performers Share Their Experiences After Finishing 2022 Europe Tour
NEW YORK — One of Shen Yun Performing Arts’ touring groups has returned to the U.S. after completing...
‘Thank You For Your Service’: A Memorial Day Tribute
James H. White is a singer-songwriter and human rights activist based in Mount Hope, NY. He recently...