Once in a while, I run across an article that resonates deep with me. Most discussion of China in the mainstream press, especially the left-liberal press, focuses on China’s “human rights” record, or freedom of press and speech, or labor issues, or family planning policies. One may argue endlessly about those matters. But they are China’s internal affairs, and for a genuine … [Read more...] about An Anti-Interventionist Looks at China
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EU Investigates Google
The EU begins officially to investigate Google for alleged anti-competitive practices. According to this aljazeera report, European Union regulators are to investigate whether Google has abused its dominant position in the online search market in what will be the first major inquiry into the internet giant's business practices. The competition watchdogs formally announced … [Read more...] about EU Investigates Google
The Miss World Controversy
I don't understand this. There has been all sorts of accusation that Miss Norway did not win Miss World in China because of the political rancors that have been raised since the recent Nobel fiasco. Well - here are a picture of the two ladies side by side. … [Read more...] about The Miss World Controversy
Surfing Tidal Bores in China
One of my surfing friends tipped me off to this recent surfing event in China. This is the first time I learned about the phenomenon of tidal bores. The Qiantang River appears to feature the biggest tidal bores in the world (up to a height of 9 meters or 30 feet!). Seems pretty cool ... at least from a distance.... Enjoy! Surfing China 2010 … [Read more...] about Surfing Tidal Bores in China
Friendships are Made on a Personal Level, One at a Time
Despite the recent China bashing, which I believe is serious and dangerous, I can't but keep myself from smiling when I read stories like this, which reveal the thousands upon thousands of bonds formed between ordinary Chinese and Americans every year... By Jeanne Kniaz, Voice Reporter While most travelers abroad seem content to return with souvenirs such as porcelain or … [Read more...] about Friendships are Made on a Personal Level, One at a Time