Indoor Plant Problems and Solutions – Controlling Mold in Potting Soil
Winter poses many challenges for gardeners. We take great measures to protect our precious plants through...
Practical Guide to Setting Realistic Goals for 2025
The start of a new year feels fresh, making it the perfect time to set goals, or resolutions, to improve...
Catastrophic Earthquake in Tibet Claims Over 120 Lives, Leaving Hundreds Injured
In the early hours of Jan. 7, a devastating 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Tibet near the Nepal border...
Canada’s Trudeau Announces Intent to Resign, Prorogues Parliament
On Jan 6. Canada’s embattled prime minister, Justin Trudeau, announced during a live news conference...
China Issues Pay Raise for Civil Servants Amid Economic Slump, Sparking Public Ire
As China continues to reel from a sputtering economy stemming from weak consumer demand, a failing real estate sector, and declining exports, reports of civil servants receiving pay raises have ignited widespread discontent among netizens....
Uyghur-American Activists Applaud US Defense Bill for Addressing Communist Repression
Uyghur activists in the U.S. are hailing the inclusion of several vital laws targeting the repression of their people in Communist China. Passed by the U.S. Congress on Dec. 18 and signed by President Joe...
How the Ancient Chinese Secret of Preserving Jing 精 (Vital Essence) Slows Aging and Prolongs Life
The common perception that Asians age slowly may not actually be a factor of ethnicity, but rather the preservation of vital essence, or Jing. The concept of jing is integral to traditional Chinese medicine. Along...
Vanilla – A Common Flavor With an Uncommon History
One of the world’s favorite flavors — vanilla — is so versatile and ubiquitous that its name has become a slang term for “bland;” but its history is anything but. This coveted spice is difficult...
New Year Crackdown: Authorities in Shanghai Ban Mass Gatherings Amid Heightened Tensions
As the world prepares to usher in the new year with vibrant family gatherings and celebrations, China has decided on a very different approach. Authorities in Shanghai — along with several other major cities — have...
Exploring the Fresh Frontier: Highlights from the NY Produce Show 2024
The New York Produce Show and Conference — a premier event for the fresh produce industry in the U.S. — celebrated its 15th anniversary in New York City from Dec. 10–12. Hosted by the Eastern...
Communist China Aims for a ‘Fatal Blow’ Against Falun Gong on US Soil
Commentary In recent months, Communist China has stepped up its campaign to crush Falun Gong, the popular faith group that has been severely persecuted for 25 years — yet never fully suppressed. However, the focus...
Cyber Onslaught: Taiwan Hit With Nearly 1 Million Cyberattacks From China Per Month
According to local reports, Taiwan has been facing an unprecedented wave of cyberattacks from mainland China — with nearly a million attempted breaches every month. The relentless attacks, which were discussed during a recent Legislative...