Zhai Zhigang enters space … [Read more...] about First Images of Spacewalk!
Evolving a self-correcting mechanism for the Chinese society: Thoughts on the tainted milk crisis and other Chinese scandals
The problem of Chinese powdered and liquid milk producers lacing their products with industrial chemicals has left the Chinese public (especially the parents) in panic. The facts of this crisis have been well-documented. I have a few thoughts about its implications. … [Read more...] about Evolving a self-correcting mechanism for the Chinese society: Thoughts on the tainted milk crisis and other Chinese scandals
Shenzhou 7 Spacecraft Blasts Off
This morning, the Shenzhou 7 spacecraft carrying Zhai Zhigang, Liu Boming, and Jing Haipeng successfully took off from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center and entered orbit. This is a major event in China, as a space walk (the first for the Chinese space program) is planned on this 3-day mission (on the 27th). Shenzhou 7 launched by a Long March 2F rocket Here is a full version. … [Read more...] about Shenzhou 7 Spacecraft Blasts Off
(Letter) Translation: Soy Milk Demand Rise After Powder Milk Incident
Source: Nanyang Daily, 9/22/2008 On September 19th, 2008, Sanlu company announced product recall of infant formula made before August 6th contaminated with melamine, which can cause kiney stone, renal failure, even death. … [Read more...] about (Letter) Translation: Soy Milk Demand Rise After Powder Milk Incident
Cross-strait "Trash Talk": which side has the better cuisine?
With all the arguments generated by our discussion on cross-strait politics, we need to start a topic that both sides can agree on. One thing I think we can all agree is that Chinese Cuisine is an important aspect of Chinese Culture. The only question is: which side of the strait has the better cuisine? ;-) … [Read more...] about Cross-strait "Trash Talk": which side has the better cuisine?