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
Harvard: Tibetan/Han Panelists Probe Issues
If there's one positive that has come out of the recent conflict in Tibet (and subsequent echoes around the world), it has raised awareness amongst many Chinese that the problem exists. I think many (including myself) have learned much more about Tibetan wishes over the past two months, and this type of understanding can only help. Kudos to those at Harvard who organized a … [Read more...] about Harvard: Tibetan/Han Panelists Probe Issues
Sichuan earthquake – continued
Within 2 hours of the actual earthquake, premier Wen Jiabao was on a plane to Chengdu. Upon landing, he was on the scene at the devastated city of Dujiangyan within hours. He has barely slept over the last 24-30 hours, personally attending to details on the scene. He has been in almost constant tears, doing what little he can to help. He has been quoted as saying to … [Read more...] about Sichuan earthquake – continued
Separatists kill 8 railway workers
This story just off the wire talks about more violence on the foothills of the Himalayas, resulting from a recent government crack-down on a long simmering separatist movement. … [Read more...] about Separatists kill 8 railway workers
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