I have been critical of a previous post by Steve, which (from my perspective) seemed sympathetic to those who may be jockeying for political gain on the back of people's misery in the wake of the recent Morakot tragedy in Taiwan. I don't have time to translate all the reports I read or see on T.V., but here is an article by Cindy Cui that offers a more balanced perspective … [Read more...] about Typhoon Morakot – A More Objective Report
(Letter from Wahaha) Why is western democracy fundamentally wrong ?
This post is not a comparison between the system in China and western democracy. It doesnt in any way imply the system in China is a better system, either economically or politically.) Recently, there is "war" in USA about obama's plan of healthcare reform. It has become an issue of if government should be allowed to butt into the private business of healthcare insurance. I am … [Read more...] about (Letter from Wahaha) Why is western democracy fundamentally wrong ?
Can Ma Ying-jeou Weather the Storm?
From August 6-9, southern Taiwan was hit with the worst typhoon in 50 years. Per the Associated Press story: "Morakot dumped more than 80 inches (two meters) of rain on the island last weekend and stranded thousands in villages in the mountainous south. A total of 15,400 villagers have been ferried to safety, and rescuers are working to save another 1,900 people. The storm … [Read more...] about Can Ma Ying-jeou Weather the Storm?
Louis Yu's Indie Podcasts
It's not often a guy working on his PhD in theoretical computer science is also one of the hottest Chinese DJs in North America, but there's always an exception and Louis Yu (余雷) fits that role. Originally from Guilin, China, he's currently in Vancouver, Canada studying at the University of Victoria while also doing a weekly podcast featuring world indie music. And where can … [Read more...] about Louis Yu's Indie Podcasts
Typhoon Morakot Aid Fund for Taiwan victims
Information on charity assistance to Typhoon Morakot victims in Taiwan (from TECRO forwarded by Charles Liu): … [Read more...] about Typhoon Morakot Aid Fund for Taiwan victims