Wired recently reported some amazing statistics: … [Read more...] about Add this to your "what if California is a country …" line at the next party
The emperor has no clothes; South China Morning Post has no what?
It has been three days since the sensational title "Authorities order bars not to serve black people" written by Tom Miller showed up in the supposedly reputable South China Morning Post. I used the phrase "supposedly reputable" because I don't read SCMP and really can't directly comment on it. However I vaguely remember someone, in one of the many blogs/forums discussing this … [Read more...] about The emperor has no clothes; South China Morning Post has no what?
How to greet properly in traditional Chinese style
On July 18th, Beijing released a set of official Olympic and Paralympic posters and graphics. A sharp eyed reader quickly pointed out a mistake in one of the smiling face photos: … [Read more...] about How to greet properly in traditional Chinese style
The danger of categorically accusing others of prejudice
Tom Miller of the South China Morning Post has generated somewhat doubtful outrages with an article alleging Beijing ordered bars not to serve blacks. For now, however, Beijing Boyce seems to have seriously deflated the credibility of Tom Miller's work. (H/T Danwei) … [Read more...] about The danger of categorically accusing others of prejudice
Make guests feel at home and follow the customs of your host
There is a heated debate going on regarding the lack of Chinese characters on China's official Olympics uniforms in contrast with those on German's sportswear. Personally, I see no point in not printing Chinese text on China's official uniforms. But for this post, I will purposely play the role of a "CCP apologist" and try to put these things in positive terms. ;-) Besides, I … [Read more...] about Make guests feel at home and follow the customs of your host