(from cntv.cn) Beijing, Jan. 6, 2013, — China’s top business school is holding its once-in-a-year economic forum. This year, the forum has drawn wide attention, as the Communist Party of China has elected the new leadership and vows more reforms.
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Taiwan Opens First Mainland Trade Promotion Center in Shanghai
SHANGHAI – Taiwan’s leading trade promotion agency opened its first office in the Chinese mainland in Shanghai on Tuesday. The Taipei World Trade Center, which opened the Taiwan Trade Center Shanghai Representative Office, is expected to open another office in Beijing by the end of this year, said its president Wang Chih-Kang. Officials from the… Continue reading Taiwan Opens First Mainland Trade Promotion Center in Shanghai
Warren Swears In Again, On Track to Be the Senior Senator from Massachusetts
By David Li, bostonese.com BOSTON, Jan. 5, 2013, — US Senator Elizabeth Warren held a reception and ceremonial swearing-in this afternoon at Roxbury Community College. Hundreds of her supporters showed up for this event.
2013 Lunar New Year Gala Brought to You by New England Chinese Professionals
The New England Chinese Professionals 2013 Lunar New Year Gala & Community Enrichment Forum will be held at the Marriott Boston-Newton Hotel on Sunday, Feb 10, 2013. This event is co-organized by twleve professional organizations and the Boston Chinese Alumni Associations Coalition. The Gala will feature social and professional forums, cultural performances and show, Chinese… Continue reading 2013 Lunar New Year Gala Brought to You by New England Chinese Professionals
New Law Allows Up To Ten “Virtual Schools” in Massachusetts
BOSTON – January 4, 2013 – Governor Deval Patrick yesterday signed H. 4274, “An Act Establishing Commonwealth Virtual Schools.” This legislation expands online educational opportunities for students across the Commonwealth and secures proper state oversight of virtual schools to ensure that all students receive a high quality education.
Wu Ying Vocal Studio 2013 Concert To Be Held on Jan. 12 in Lexington
Ying Wu, a mezzo-soprano, B.A. in Vocal Performance from Hangzhou Normal University, China. After her graduation, she performed as a soloist with the Performing Arts of Beijing Postal. In 2007, Ms. Wu played the title role in opera “Carmen” with Zhejiang Opera and Dance Drama Theatre. She also taught vocal performances in Beijing Zhongyin Arts… Continue reading Wu Ying Vocal Studio 2013 Concert To Be Held on Jan. 12 in Lexington
Malden Beats: Cub Scouts Give Back, Mayor’s First Online Forum of 2013, Panning Board Vacancy
Malden, Mass. — Malden Cub Scout Pack 603 skipped their annual holiday party this year and instead made it about giving and helping others in the community. They joined forces with the Bread of Life and assisted on two separate occasions with packaging gifts that the Bread of Life hands out on Christmas Day. Pictured… Continue reading Malden Beats: Cub Scouts Give Back, Mayor’s First Online Forum of 2013, Panning Board Vacancy
Too Little Too Late, President Obama Hints at A Smaller Fiscal Cliff Deal on Last Day of 2012
By David Li, bostonese.com In the afternoon of Dec. 31, 2012, President Obama held a news conference in the White House. Obama told reporters that a deal that would prevent taxes going up for 98% of Americans on Jan. 1, 2013 is “within sight” while also stayed that he would have preferred a larger deal… Continue reading Too Little Too Late, President Obama Hints at A Smaller Fiscal Cliff Deal on Last Day of 2012
BU Student Olivia Culpo Won Miss Universe Crown
LAS VEGAS (AP)–A 20-year-old Boston University sophomore and a self-described “cellist-nerd” brought the Miss Universe crown back to the United States for the first time in more than a decade when she won the televised contest Wednesday. Miss USA Olivia Culpo competes in the swimsuit portion of the Miss Universe pageant at Planet Hollywood Resort… Continue reading BU Student Olivia Culpo Won Miss Universe Crown
China Opens World’s Longest High-speed Rail Connecting Beijing and Guangzhou
(from cntv.cn) With the Spring Festival around the corner, many migrant workers are planning to go back home to celebrate with their families. Every year it’s hard to get a ticket. With the Beijing to Guangzhou high-speed rail coming to service, will the situation improve? Passengers board bullet train G80 to leave for Beijing, capital… Continue reading China Opens World’s Longest High-speed Rail Connecting Beijing and Guangzhou