China is defiantly in mourning today. To those who lost their lives last week: you are in our memories, rest in peace. Faced with a disaster of biblical proportion, the vast majority of Chinese stood still at 2:28 PM (local time) on Monday to memorialize those who lost their lives in last week's earthquake. The Chinese government and Chinese businesses are taking … [Read more...] about "Go China!"
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Dalai Lama: "I can't wait to be a Chinese citizen"
The Dalai Lama speaks with the Times (UK) as he begins his European tour. Very interestingly, he describes what might be a revolutionary change in position as far as a return to China. In an unexpected shift of policy, he has four conditions which, if met, would permit him to return. I analyze and discuss these four conditions below. … [Read more...] about Dalai Lama: "I can't wait to be a Chinese citizen"
Fortunate survivors spent their time trapped singing songs
http://www.mitbbs.com/article_t/ChinaNews/31496095.html The thing that 16 year old Li An'ning fears the most is shaking. Lying on her stretcher, the rescuers carrying her to safety are careful with every step, afraid any small tremble will bring screams from her. "I'm not even afraid of death now, but I'm terrified of even the smallest shake", she said. … [Read more...] about Fortunate survivors spent their time trapped singing songs
Donations for Sichuan Earthquake Relief
For those who care about China, your effort is needed now more than ever. Here are a few more options for those looking to make a donation to the Sichuan earthquake relief effort. … [Read more...] about Donations for Sichuan Earthquake Relief
Major earthquake centered in Tibetan autonomous area
A devastating earthquake has struck western Sichuan province. Early press reports are available here, and here; video from CCTV is here (Internet Explorer required). The earthquake's epicenter is in Wenchuang county, which is part of the larger Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture. The earthquake occurred at a very shallow depth, which accounts for the heavy damage, … [Read more...] about Major earthquake centered in Tibetan autonomous area