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An Insider's Look at Nanjing
Nanjing was the first capital of the Republic of China and it's a worthwhile stop on any China itinerary.
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MG Cars Are Back on the Road
A look at this sports car's history, owners and plans for the future.
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The Sino-Japanese "Apology" Crisis
In both Japanese and Chinese cultures, an apology is to affect personal self-examination. When adopted by the political sector however, saying "sorry" means taking blame.
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The First Opium War
A brief history of the Opium War between China and Britain in the 19th century.
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Thailand & Singapore Airport News
As Thailand continues to grapple with the problems of cracks in the runways at the new airpot and moves back to Don Muang, Changi in Singapore makes a foray into China
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The Rape of Nanking
In 1937 the Japanese Imperial Army began an assault on Nanking and slaughtered 300,000 Chinese civilians. This article provides a short overview of the massacre.
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Experience Ocean Voyage on a Boat Called Peace
Peace Boat, a Japan-based non-profit organization, sails to war-ravaged countries in the cause of amity and friendship.
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The First Opium War
The background to and implications of the First Opium War foughtbetween Britain and China.
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Lijiang: China's Mile High City
The city of Lijiang, in China's Yunnan Province, is in rare company. It is one of the few large cities in the world more than a mile above sea level.
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Seven Wonders of the World
Many different lists to highlight the outstanding man-made achievements of the ancient, medieval and modern world and to celebrate nature's best.
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Study Mandarin or Cantonese
Learning to speak Chinese is becoming a popular subject of study in high schools and colleges around the world. Find out whether to learn Mandarin or Cantonese.
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The White Lotus Society
An introduction to the White Lotus Society, which has been active in China for hundreds of years as a secret society and a variation of which has most recently been manifested as the Falun Gong movement.
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