By Phoebe Haines Art is a universal language that transcends national boundaries and cultural barriers, connecting our diverse world. Art can be individual and unique, and yet art speaks to us all in a common language, serving as a bridge for mutual learning across different countries and civilizations. I am a mezzo-soprano opera singer from […]
Category archives: Foreign
Understanding ‘family culture’ in China
By Niraj Lawoju I’m from Nepal. Last September, driven by curiosity, I came to China for the first time and started my journey as a student at Sichuan University. My new life began in Chengdu, capital of Southwest China’s Sichuan province, a city known for its relaxed pace of life and numerous parks. During weekends, […]
My journey into traditional Chinese medicineBy Zaw Win Maung
A few years ago, a chance encounter with traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) sparked my deep interest in this ancient culture. As I began to delve into classical TCM texts, I discovered that they not only contained various diagnostic and treatment methods such as pulse diagnosis, acupuncture, and massage therapy, but embodied the wisdom of ancient […]
My strong connection with China
By Kevin Watkins As I made my way back home, I could not stop thinking about the performance and was filled with regret for not expressing my gratitude to the dancer who gave me the garland. Upon my return to Hastings, I bought a New Zealand jade bangle for the young lady, even though I […]
Retracing the footsteps of Dr Norman Bethune
By Stephen Chappell（Canada） My story with China began in the fall of 2005 when I came to China for the first time to teach English courses at Anqing Normal University in East China’s Anhui Province. Every morning I would take a walk in the park near the campus. One day I struck up a conversation […]
Paul Kagame Sworn In for Fourth Term as President of Rwanda
On Sunday, Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame was sworn in for his fourth term after winning a landslide victory in last month’s elections, securing over 99% of the vote. The inauguration ceremony, held at a packed 45,000-seat stadium in Kigali, was attended by several dozen African heads of state and dignitaries. Kagame, who has led Rwanda […]
Celine Dion Criticizes Trump for Unauthorized Use of Her Song at Rally
Celine Dion has strongly criticized former US President Donald Trump for using her famous song “My Heart Will Go On” during a rally in Montana without permission. The 56-year-old Canadian singer issued a statement through her social media accounts, stating that neither she nor her record label, Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc., had authorized the […]
Breaking: Trump Experiences Mechanical Issue with Plane, Diverts to Billings
Former President Donald Trump faced a scare on Friday when his private plane experienced a mechanical issue, forcing an emergency landing at Billings-Logan International Airport in Montana. Trump was scheduled to attend a rally in Bozeman, roughly 150 miles west, but safely landed in Billings. According to the airport, the landing was executed without incident. […]
Botswana Celebrates First Olympic Gold with Half-Day Holiday for Letsile Tebogo
Botswana has declared a half-day holiday to honor Letsile Tebogo, the nation’s first-ever Olympic gold medalist and the first African to win the 200-meter title at the Paris 2024 Olympics. After securing victory in the men’s 200m final, Tebogo paid tribute to his late mother by showing a special message on his shoe. President Mokgweetsi […]
Retracing the footsteps of Dr Norman Bethune
By Stephen Chappell（Canada） My story with China began in the fall of 2005 when I came to China for the first time to teach English courses at Anqing Normal University in East China’s Anhui Province. Every morning I would take a walk in the park near the campus. One day I struck up a conversation […]