China, Editor's Pick, Politics

The Unraveling of a Spy Saga: The Case of Yu Qiangsheng and Larry Chin (Part 2)

In the shadowy world of international espionage, few stories are as compelling and revealing as that of Larry Chin. This name resonated through the halls of power in the United States and China during the Cold War era. This story delves into the intricate web of espionage spun by Chin, the subsequent political fallout, and ...

Max Lu

Larry Chin.

China’s Law Elites, Sages, and Luminaries Forgotten for 30 Years (Part 2)

We continue the intriguing story of the heroes from China who saved a priceless heritage from extinction and became the historic English-Chinese Dictionary of Anglo-American Law. China’s forgotten luminaries Mr. Sheng Zhenwei: Author and dean of Soochow University Sheng Zhenwei (1900-1997), the first Chinese dean of Soochow University and later the law school dean, authored ...

Michael Segarty

Lady Justice.

China’s Law Elites, Sages, and Luminaries Forgotten for 30 Years (Part 1)

It all began in 1993. Xue Bo graduated from the China University of Political Science and Law. One day, while searching for information on international law, he and his classmates suddenly realized that there was no applicable English-Chinese Anglo-American Law Dictionary.  Anglo-American law most often refers to a region in the Americas where English is the ...

Michael Segarty

The Soochow University School of Law.

Xianxia Fever: The Rise of Chinese Fantasy TV Shows

In recent years, there has been a remarkable surge in the popularity of xianxia, a captivating genre within Chinese TV fantasy dramas, novels, and animation. This rise has not only captivated audiences in China, but has also resonated with viewers around the globe.  Many drama watchers are discovering this genre, and if you’re one of ...

Viena Abdon

Xianxia dramas.

Communist Spy Cai Xiaoqian’s Plot to Invade Taiwan

According to the book The Secret of the Chinese Communists’ Attack on Taiwan, Mao Zedong fully intended to take advantage of Chiang Kai-shek’s unstable foothold to invade Taiwan at the end of 1950. The plan of attack on Taiwan required not only ships, aircraft, and troops, but also an intelligence network of undercover spies and ...

Emma Lu

Chinese spy Cai Xiaoqian.

Emperor Kangxi, Who Ruled by Heaven’s Will, Loved the World as He Loved Himself

In the ninth year of Emperor Kangxi’s reign, the highly ranked court scholar Sun Qizhan, who served as an attendant and secretary beside the Emperor, recorded some character traits he had observed about Emperor Kangxi. Emperor Kangxi’s character traits Modest and diligent, respects Heaven, and loves the people Emperor Kangxi pondered: “How can I surpass ...

Michael Segarty

Emperor Kangxi.

The Superstitious Side of Mao Zedong: A Glimpse Into the Mystical Practices of China’s Former Leader

Mao Zedong, the founder of the People’s Republic of China, is often remembered for his communist ideologies and revolutionary practices. However, a lesser-known aspect of Mao’s life might surprise many, particularly those familiar with the history of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). Let’s delve into Mao’s intriguing relationship with superstition and the mystical events surrounding ...

Max Lu

Mao Zedong.

Unraveling the Dual Facets of Xi Jinping: A Journey of Faith, Destiny, and Prophecy

On the morning of September 22, 2023, Syrian President Assad, invited to the Asian Games opening ceremony in Hangzhou, toured the famous Buddhist Lingyin Temple with his wife and children. The temple unusually rolled out the red carpet and opened its main doors, sparking public discussion. Later that afternoon, Xi Jinping met with Assad at ...

Max Lu

Lingyin Temple.

The Tale of Wang Gongchen: The Honest Scholar of the Song Dynasty

In the annals of history, countless examples of individuals have risen from humble beginnings to achieve great things. One such person is Wang Gongchen, a scholar from the Song Dynasty whose story of honesty and integrity continues to inspire even today.  Wang Gongchen’s early life Born into a poor family, Wang Gongchen lost his father ...

Max Lu

Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains, by the Yuan Dynasty painter Huang Guangwang (1269 - 1354)., Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368), ink on paper hand scroll.

Yanzi: A Statesman Who Used Wisdom to Resolve Difficult Situations (Part 2)

As discussed in Part 1, Yanzi was a famous statesman, philosopher, and diplomat of Qi during China’s Spring and Autumn Period. He is known for his great wisdom in handling complex and seemingly impossible situations.  Providing for those who are suffering A person’s good words and deeds are worthy of praise and encourage others to ...

Tatiana Denning

Two turtles representing wisdom.