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Sardines in Tomato Sauce

Sardines are highly nutritious, containing omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins B-12 and D, calcium, the minerals niacin, iron, potassium, zinc, and phosphorus, along with protein. Served in tomato sauce, they are also delicious. Prepare time: 50 mins Serves: 4-6 Ready in: 50 mins   Ingredients 8-10 small fresh sardines (about 1lb) 1 red onion (small) sliced ...

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A plate of sardines in tomato sauce garnished with vegetables cut into fancy shapes.

Fried Nori Rolls With 3 Meats

Nori seaweed is a common ingredient in Japanese dishes. Nori rolls are popular worldwide. Try these fried nori rolls for something different, yet delicious. Prepare time: 35 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Ready in: 45 minutes   Ingredients Ground beef — 1/4 lb (160 g) Ground chicken — 1/4 lb (160 g) Shrimp (prawn meat) ...

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Fried nori rolls.

Steamed Shrimp

Almost everyone loves steamed shrimp, also called prawns. Here is a simple recipe that will have everyone clamoring for more.   Prepare time: 20 mins Cook time: 10 minutes Ready in: 30 minutes Ingredients Large shrimp — 12 Mushrooms — 2 (chopped) Carrots — 1/4 cup (chopped) Spring onions — 1/4 cup (chopped) Egg mixture ...

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A plate of steamed shrimp.

Ever Wondered Why Nordic Nations Are Ranked the Best Places to Live?

In the World Happiness Report 2018, the Nordic nations of Finland, Denmark, and Norway were ranked as the three happiest nations in the world. This isn’t surprising since these countries have been ranked consistently at the top in similar studies over the past few years. So why are Nordic societies considered the happiest places to ...

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Finnish Education Is on Top of the World

Though the U.S. is the world’s biggest economy, it does not rank at the top when it comes to quality of educational systems. That honor goes to Finland, a Nordic nation which does not follow any banding system in its schools. This essentially means that all pupils, irrespective of abilities, are educated in the same ...

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12 Chinese Zodiac Signs and Their Auspicious Colors to Bring Luck

In the Lunar New Year, what are the colors to wear for the 12 Chinese zodiac signs of the Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig in order to usher in luck, wealth and prosperity throughout the year? Many people pay attention to matters believed to be auspicious to ...

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What You Should Know About China’s Current Social Culture

When the Communist Party took control of China, they tried to purge most of its social culture, deeming it “backward” and an “impedimen”’ to social progress. This resulted in the destruction of a 5,000-year old continuous tradition. So people traveling to China after watching numerous period movies should keep in mind that the China shown ...

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Three golden Buddhas sitting on golden thrones.

Hidden Cameras Abuse the Privacy of Chinese Citizens (Part 1)

A social media post, “Leave Your Clothes On; Secret Camera by the Bed!”, has gone viral in China. It describes the case of Ms. Zhang Pei from Beijing, who stayed in a hotel with her boyfriend in February 2018. Hidden cameras had filmed the couple and the footage was posted onto a porn website without ...

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CCTV camera.

China’s Famous Physician Bianque (扁鵲)

During the Spring and Autumn Period (about 770 B.C.) in China, the famous physician Bianque (扁鵲) was invited to Qi State to meet with Duke Qi (齊桓侯). He said to Duke Qi: “You have illness under your skin. If untreated, it will get serious.” Duke Qi refused and said: “I am not ill.” Five days ...

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Tian Tan Buddha statue on Lantau Island, Hong Kong.

Discovering Atlantis Through the Revelations of Psychic Edgar Cayce

Edgar Cayce was a famous American clairvoyant who is known for the vast number of predictions and revelations he gave during his lifetime. The most popular subject of his trance readings was the rumored ancient city of Atlantis, which he confirmed as having existed. Atlantis According to Cayce, Atlantis was the first civilization on Earth, ...

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