Daisugi – A Solution to Deforestation at the Heart of Japanese Culture
Rooted in the Japanese philosophy of living in harmony with nature, the practice of daisugi dates back...
Exploring the Wonders of Sichuan: A Journey Through China’s Heartland
In the vast and culturally rich landscape of China lies Sichuan Province, a region celebrated for its...
The Latest Victims of China’s Surveillance State
By Nick Haley Last December, surveillance research firm IPVM discovered alarms in Chinese smart policing...
Moody’s Lowers Outlook on China’s Credit Rating, Citing Increased Debt Risks
In a significant move that reflects growing concerns over China's financial stability, leading financial...
Argentina’s Incoming Milei Administration Rebuffs Diplomatic Overtures by Beijing
News analysis Recent attempts by Communist China to stay in Argentina’s good graces following the Nov. 19 election of presidential candidate Javier Milei — a prominent Beijing critic — have so far fallen on deaf...
Homelessness, Filth Return to San Francisco’s Streets Following APEC Summit
Following the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in San Francisco in November this year, which prompted an unprecedented clean-up of the city’s streets, the homelessness, filth and crime is returning, much to the dismay of...
US Announces Global Nuclear Fusion Strategy at COP28
This week, at COP28 in Dubai, the White House announced that it is seeking to work with the international community to speed up efforts to develop nuclear fusion, a carbon-free energy source that would transform...
How to Make Churros: A Crunchy and Decadent Spanish Dessert
Madrid's gastronomic landscape wouldn't be complete without indulging in a traditional early morning treat of hot chocolate and churros, especially after a spirited night in the city. This culinary tradition is epitomized by the renowned...
Seasonal Eating for December, and Relishing Your Roots (Recipes)
As we approach the dearth of winter, nature slows down to rest and so should we. According to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) this is the most yin portion of the year. Unlike the expansive yang...
NY’s Abacus Federal Savings Bank Distributes $50,000 to Local Chinese Non-profits
On Nov. 24 the Abacus Federal Savings Bank announced that it would be distributing a total of $50,000 to ten local non-profit Chinese organizations following approval by the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York...
China Accuses US Warship of ‘Illegally’ Entering Territorial Waters Amid Heightened Tensions
On Dec. 4, the Chinese military reported that the USS Gabrielle Giffords — an American warship — had “illegally entered” its territorial waters near the Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea. The area,...
Enchanting Santorini: A Glimpse Into an Ancient Paradise and Modern Tourist Delight
Even postcards of Santorini, a jewel in the Aegean Sea, evoke scenes of the legendary Atlantis. This volcanic island, emerging majestically from the azure sea, boasts a panorama of four towns — Oia, Firá, Imerovigli,...