By Alyza Liu, bostonese.com In the waning months of 2013 and the waxing ones of 2014, the Korean television drama You Who Came from the Stars (also translated as My Love from the Star, Man from Another Star) made large waves in East and Southeast Asia. Its premise was offbeat – an alien who’s been… Continue reading Chinese Dramas and the Need for Narrative Reinvention
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George Yang’s Response to UCLA Chancellor Gene Block
By George Yang, Candidate for Lieutenant Governor (Link to Gene Block’s original letter: chancellor.ucla.edu/updates/the-impact-of-proposition-209-and-our-duty-to-our-students) “Nearly two decades have passed since Californians voted to end affirmative action in admission to public colleges and universities. Today it is clear that we have suffered for it.” It is “Clear” because you declare so. George Yang(left) talks with Charlie… Continue reading George Yang’s Response to UCLA Chancellor Gene Block
Boxborough — A Nice Bedroom Town in a Great School District
Boxborough is a town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 4,996 at the 2010 census. The town name is often spelled “Boxboro” on highway signs and official documents. The town was incorporated in 1783. The town hall was built on large stones contributed by farmers in the town more than 100 years… Continue reading Boxborough — A Nice Bedroom Town in a Great School District
The Narrative of Modern China on Display at the Met
By Alyza Liu, bostonese.com New York City, March 12, 2014, — When most people think of modern China, it’s not usually through the lens of its fine arts or innovative design; when most people think of Chinese art, it doesn’t tend to be through the lens of modernity. Those who are more politically aware might… Continue reading The Narrative of Modern China on Display at the Met
Nine-week Update from Mayor Walsh
By Martin J. Walsh, Mayor of Boston It’s hard to believe it’s been just nine weeks since I was sworn in as mayor of Boston. A lot has happened, and my administration has made great progress in key areas. We’re working hard to tackle the most urgent challenges directly and build a foundation for long-term… Continue reading Nine-week Update from Mayor Walsh
International Women’s Day Remarks by John Kerry and Video by Google
John Kerry, Secretary of State Washington, DC, — International Women’s Day (March 8) is a moment to pause and reflect on the contributions of women to the world and to reaffirm our commitment to continued progress on gender equality. It’s also a powerful reminder that women are advancing peace and prosperity around the world in… Continue reading International Women’s Day Remarks by John Kerry and Video by Google
Sounds of War Explores the Influence of Music in the US during WWII
What role did music play in the United States during World War II? How did composers reconcile the demands of their country and their art as America mobilized both militarily and culturally for war? Picture of Madame Chiang Kai-shek at a Boston Concert in 1943 from page 102 of Sounds of War: Music in the… Continue reading Sounds of War Explores the Influence of Music in the US during WWII
Visa Application of a Chinese Immigrant in 1931
This Immigration Visa is part of a series of documents in the National Archives at Boston that was used to authenticate the identity of Ng Shee. She was requesting to leave Hong Kong, China, to join her Chinese American husband living in Waltham, MA. The documents include this Nonquota Immigration Visa, her husband’s petition requesting… Continue reading Visa Application of a Chinese Immigrant in 1931
An Open Letter Against SCA5 by A Concerned Citizen
Background: SCA5 tries to amend CA constitution to allow affirmative action based on race and gender in state college admissions. Some states allow affirmative action in college admissions based on social-economic status, but not on race. In some states, affirmative action is banned altogether. This following is a report of arguments from both sides on… Continue reading An Open Letter Against SCA5 by A Concerned Citizen
Top Five Tips for Winter Driving in Boston
By David Li, bostonese.com Boston, Feb. 16, 2014, — We had two snowstorms on last three days in the greater Boston area. Luckily, the Friday evening’s BCTC Winter Doubles tennis league at Woburn Racquet Club was not interrupted. My partner arrived a little bit late as she had a minor accident driving her car out… Continue reading Top Five Tips for Winter Driving in Boston