Boston, June 26, 2025, — At the 17th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in 2025, Chinese pianist Yangrui Cai from Shunde, Guangdong, impressed audiences and judges alike with a deeply expressive performance centered on the theme of “Death, Darkness, and the Devil.” Advancing to the semi-finals and winning the Best Performance of a New Work award, Cai once again proved himself not only a pianist of outstanding technical command but also an artist of profound thought and individual vision.
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Pianist Yangrui Cai: Perseverance and Brilliance on the Path of Music and Life
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Guangzhou Association Hosts Better Beach Event: A Celebration of Culture and Environmental Awareness
Quincy, MA, June 8, 2025, — Under clear skies and a gentle sea breeze, the Boston Guangzhou Association held its “Better Beach” community event at Wollaston Beach in Quincy today, drawing a large crowd of members and local residents. The event combined entertainment, environmental advocacy, and community engagement, showcasing both cultural pride and a strong commitment to environmental stewardship. This event was sponsored by non-profit organization Save The Harbor/Save The Bay and Massachusetts DCR department.
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Members of the NE Gee How Oak Tin Association Honor Early Chinese Immigrants at Mount Hope Cemetery
Boston, April 4, 2025, — Today is Qingming Festival 2025, and many Chinese people in the Greater Boston area are visiting cemeteries to pay respects to their ancestors. Recently, more than ten members of the New England Gee How Oak Tin Association, led by elder Peter Chan and Presidents Jenny Lei and Jimmy Chan, went to Mount Hope Cemetery to honor early Chinese immigrants.
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Latvian Journalists and Photographers Capture Guangdong Culture with Their Cameras
By Latvian Guangdong Chamber of Commerce
Jie Long, President of the Latvian Guangdong Chamber of Commerce, five journalists with the team leader Aiga Baikova from Latvia were recently invited to Guangdong to shoot a documentary. They were moved by the profound charm of Cantonese culture , the strength of sports, and the hospitality of Guangzhou citizens.
The first stop was the Guangzhou Overseas Chinese Museum. Mr. Jie Long, the current coach of the Latvian National Wheelchair Fencing Team and the coach of the Guangdong Province Wheelchair Fencing Team, introduced to the journalists that he donated a World Cup gold medal won by the Latvian National Wheelchair Fencing Team in Italy to the Guangzhou Overseas Chinese Museum and stored it in Mr. Long’s personal sports column in the museum. He said that this gold medal carries the wish of the people of China and Latvia for strong cooperation, shared with the Latvian journalists, and will continue to flourish.
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Chinese Calligrapher Jiang Congratulates Wolfpack Dragon Boat Team
Boston, Dec, 8, 2024, — With six months left before the 2025 Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival, Mr. Tianyuan Jiang, a well-known Chinese calligrapher and painter, presented calligraphy works to the members of the Wolfpack dragon boat team at the Empire Garden Restaurant in Chinatown today to congratulate them on winning the championship this year. Guests such as Gail Wang, chairman of the Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival Organizing Committee, board directors Kathy Lobo, Yihan Yin and other guests attended the event.
Members of WRC pose for a picture with Mr. Jiang’s Chinese calligrapher work and books.
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Chinese Restaurant Owner Raised Concerns about Racial Discrimination at Board of Health Hearing
Boston, Nov. 1, 2024, — A special hearing was held at the former city hall address in Taunton, Massachusetts on Oct. 28 at noon time. This hearing addressed the frequent retaliatory inspections faced by the “Hong Kong City” restaurant within the jurisdiction of the local health department, which was forcibly shut down on July 31 of this year. The hearing involved a presentation of evidence and debates from both sides.
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Angela He of Wellesley College Crowned as 2024 Miss Chinese Boston
Boston, Oct. 25, 2024, — The award ceremony for the fourth Miss Chinese Boston organized by the Chinese American Heritage Foundation （CAHF） was held at the China Pearl Restaurant in Quincy on Oct. 20. In the presence of nearly 200 guests, the 2023 Miss Chinese Boston, Sarah Chu, crowned Angela He, a student from the renowned Wellesley College, as the 2024 Miss Chinese Boston.
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Chinese Restaurant Owner Sues Taunton Health Department, Sparking Widespread Attention
Boston, Oct. 24, 2024, — Recently, Chinese restaurant owner in Taunton Mass. Mr. Philip Fei Pan faced retaliation after refusing a health department inspector’s request to hire her mother’s cleaning company. Determined to seek justice, Mr. Pan has decided to take legal action against the inspector and the health department, a move that has garnered significant attention in the annals of American legal history.
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Happening This Saturday! The 14th Asian American Day Festival Returns to Boston Common
Boston, Sept. 5, 2024, — The 14th Asian American Day Festival, sponsored by Blue Ocean Realty, will be held on September 7 in Boston Common. The festival focuses on “diversity” and “harmony,” aiming to promote integration among Asian American communities and community development. The event will feature exciting performances, delicious food, and exhibitions, creating a vibrant celebration for the Asian American community.
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Latest updates from Cathay Pacific on A350 Engine Inspection
Hong Kong, Sept. 3, 2024, — Cathay Pacific advises that the maintenance activity on our A350 fleet is progressing well. Our engineering team have thoroughly inspected our fleet of operational A350 aircraft within 24 hours. In total, we have identified 15 aircraft with affected engine components that require replacement and three have already gone through successful repairs. The remaining aircraft will continue to be out of service until they have been repaired and cleared for operation. We expect that all affected aircraft will resume operations by Saturday (7 September).
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