Boston, April 22, 2014, — In her new book Tiger Woman on Wall Street, Junheng Li recalled many incidences of physical punishment she suffered from her father since she was only three years old in the first chapter: Tiger Dad, Tiger Daughter. The book offers an interesting combination of autobiography of the author and global… Continue reading Junheng Li — Tiger Woman on Wall Street
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Letters and Cartoons of Condolences to South Korea People
Korea has been plunged into mourning following the tragic sinking of the Sewol-ho. The ferryboat sank dramatically on the morning of April 16 off the southwestern coast of Korea, near Jindo Island in Jeollanam-do (South Jeolla Province), with hundreds of people on board, many of them high school students on a school trip to Jejudo… Continue reading Letters and Cartoons of Condolences to South Korea People
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
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
SCA-5: A Broken Dream and An Energized Campaign for Peter Kuo
By David Li, bostonese.com Immigrated to the US at age 14, Peter Kuo believed in American Dream. “Freedom of upward mobility, accomplishment and the ability to provide for one’s family is the ultimate drive that motivates people to work so hard,” wrote Mr. Kuo recently.
Hainan Airlines to Offer $188 Round-way Tickets between Beijing and N.A. Cities on March 10
Boston, March 7, 2014, — The limited time offering by Hainan Airlines for this summer has generated a lot of buzz on the Internet. As the fourth largest airline in China, Hainan Airlines has been aggrassively expanding its international markets with direct flights from Beijing to North American cities like Seattle, Chicago, Toronto and Boston.
NASA Congratulates Gravity’s Seven Oscar Awards
On its website, NASA and several of its astronauts have congratulated the makers of the movie Gravity for winning seven Oscar awards this year, including an award for director Alfonso Cuaron.
China’s First Lady in Cartoons and Oil Painting
By David Li, bostonese.com Boston, Feb. 27, 2014, 2014, — Peng Liyuan became China’s First Lady when her husband Xi jinping was elected to be the President of China at National People’s Congress in March 2013. She has gained world-wide popularity as she traveled with President Xi on diplomatic missions. The following is some cartoons… Continue reading China’s First Lady in Cartoons and Oil Painting
ACLS Celebrates Year of the Horse with “Essence of China”
By David Li, bostonese.com Acton, Mass., Feb. 10, 2014, — The Acton Chinese Language School (ACLS) hosted a day-long Chinese New Year Celebration gala on Saturday, Feb. 1 at the RJ Grey Junior High School. Close to 1,000 ACLS teachers, students, parents and local residents attended this annual event. Dance performance by ACLS students (all… Continue reading ACLS Celebrates Year of the Horse with “Essence of China”
Chinese New Year Celebrations Dazzle around the World
（from cntv.cn）Celebrations marking the Spring Festival around the world are testament to how much of an influence Chinese culture is having globally. From London to Vienna, to Chicago, people are being dazzled by colourful performances and celebrations. Traditional new year events and Peking Opera shows are some highlights that we find out more about next.… Continue reading Chinese New Year Celebrations Dazzle around the World