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The Chinese Waist Drum – A Spirited, Spiritual Tradition
Considered the world's first drum, the Chinese waist drum (腰鼓 Yāogǔ) recalls the glory of ancient Chinese...
Dragon Boats at Summer Solstice
One of the major traditional Chinese events of the year still commonly celebrated in modern times is...
The Fascinating Process Behind the Beauty of Natural Fibers (Part V): Hemp
Hemp has been valued for its strength and versatility since prehistoric times. Shrouded in controversy...
How the Tiananmen Massacre Changed China
Commentary It's been 34 years since the 1989 Tiananmen Square Massacre, which saw the violent suppression...
Lixia (立夏), Start of Summer
Like others living in the northern hemisphere, ancient Chinese recognized the four seasons and planned...
The Fascinating Process Behind the Beauty of Natural Fibers – Part II: Wool
Continuing our exploration of natural fibers, we’ll look at another classic: wool, or the hair collected...
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Choosing Your Chewing Gum, and Why It Matters
Whether you chew for a purpose or for pleasure, you’ll be happy to know that chewing gum can, in moderation...
NY Chamber of Commerce Hosts Ceremony to Honor Recipients During Black History Month
NEW YORK, New York — On Friday, Feb. 24, the Greater New York Chamber of Commerce (GNYCC) hosted its...
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The Life and Teachings of Confucius: Searching for the Middle Way to Restore Order to the World
Perhaps the most well-known of the ancient Chinese sages, Confucius dedicated his life to reviving and...