Editor’s Pick

Be Careful What You Watch or Read: Beijing’s Massive Propaganda Machine Is Global

James Burke

In George Orwell’s dystopian novel 1984, the main character, Winston Smith, rewrites history at the Ministry of Truth, where he is a lowly cog in the Party’s propaganda machine manipulating …

Lifestyle

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Excessive Screen Time Can Affect Young People’s Emotional Development

A recent Beyond Blue survey of more than 2,000 teachers identified mental ill-health and excessive …

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Preparing Your Art for Gallery Submissions: A Step-by-Step Guide

Ralph Waldo Emerson said: “Every artist was first an amateur.” Aspiring artists often experience excitement …

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Is Standing at Your Desk Actually Better Than Sitting?

In modern life, many of us spend the majority of our waking hours sitting. A …

A woman kissing her dog.

Is It Okay to Kiss Your Pet? The Risk of Animal-Borne Diseases Is Small, but Real

Our relationship with pets has changed drastically in recent decades. Pet ownership is at an …

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Kate Heart’s New Single ‘Hold My Hand’ Is Out! 

Kate Heart, the talented singer from Queensland, has a new single out. ‘Hold My Hand’, …

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Greetings Around the Globe: Cultural Ways to Say Hello

Cultural greetings around the globe can vary greatly. As an avid traveler, learning to say …

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Politics, Editor’s Pick

Be Careful What You Watch or Read: Beijing’s Massive Propaganda Machine Is Global

In George Orwell’s dystopian novel 1984, the main character, Winston …

Taiwan, Editor’s Pick

Exploring the Enchanting Zhukeng River Trail in Chiayi, Taiwan 

Nestled in the picturesque Ruifong Scenic Area in central Taiwan’s …

Travel, Featured

Switzerland’s Safety Unveiled: A Journey Through Security and Serenity

Switzerland, often called the heart of Europe, is renowned for …

Animals, Featured

10 Cutest Ocean Animals That Will Surely Make You Smile

Have you ever wondered what lies beneath the surface of …

Chinese Culture, Featured

5 Legendary Dreams of Chinese Folklore

Throughout China’s vast folklore, there are five dreams that have …

Animals, Featured

Dolphins and Sea Lions: The U.S. Navy’s Unexpected Defenders

The performances of dolphins and sea lions at marine parks …

Animals, Featured

Equine Empathy: The Remarkable Connection of Horses to Human Emotions

You’ve likely heard that dogs are man’s best friend, but …

Hong Kong, Editor’s Pick

Hong Kong Students to Have More Compulsory ‘Red’ Study Trips to Mainland China

In April 2023, Hong Kong’s Chief Secretary Eric Chan bid …

Chinese Culture, Featured

The Inspirational Story of Kou Zhun’s Mother: A Lesson in Moral Education

China, with its 5,000-year-old civilization, has always been recognized for …

Chinese Culture, Featured

Historical Tale From China: Murong Yanchao Outsmarts a Swindler

During the Later Han Dynasty (947-950), Yunzhou’s leading commander, Murong …

Human Rights, Editor’s Pick

Successful Entrepreneurs in China Lose Everything Overnight on Trumped-Up Charges (Part 2)

Mr. Yang said persecuted entrepreneurs like him are too numerous …

Chinese Culture, Featured

The Power of Emotional Healing in Traditional Chinese Medicine

“The heart’s ailment requires the heart’s remedy,” remarked Zhang Jingyue, …

Human Rights, Editor’s Pick

Successful Entrepreneurs in China Lose Everything on Trumped-Up Charges (Part 1)

Mr. Yang, one of China’s highly successful entrepreneurs now living …

Chinese Culture, Featured

Wealth and Fate: The Salt Merchant’s Ambitious Son

Some individuals amass immense wealth through hard work, talent, opportune …

Taiwan, Editor’s Pick

The Mesmerizing Autumn Spectacle of Cattle Egrets in Taiwan

The Taixing Community in Chiayi County’s Meishan Township is an ideal place to view the annual migration of cattle egrets in Taiwan.

Animals

What You Need to Know to Go Bat-Watching: Tips and Destinations

Bats, often misunderstood creatures of the night, are fascinating and …

Chinese Culture, Featured

Story From Ancient China: Wang Wei Identifies the Melon Thief

Wang Wei (701-761) was a renowned poet of the Tang …

Corruption, Editor’s Pick

Cracking Down on Deceptive Drifters: Facebook’s Sweep of Chinese Troll Accounts

If you’ve been an active user of Facebook recently, you …