
A thoughtful discussion of justifiable defense
A thoughtful discussion of justifiable defense
Although veteran director Zhang Yimou’s “Article 20” plays second fiddle to top-grossing comedy “YOLO” by female filmmaker Jia Ling in box office performance during the Chinese New Year holiday, Zhang’s work may have provided moviegoers with more food for thought.
2024-02-19
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Germany once more 'the sick person of Europe'
Germany once more 'the sick person of Europe'
Germany's Gross Domestic Production, or GDP, contracted by 0.3% in 2023, compared with a 0.5% growth for the whole euro area, which includes 19 other countries that use the euro currency. With a contraction of 0.3% in Q4, the country narrowly skirted a technical recession due to an upward revision to its reading for Q3 at 0%.
2024-02-19
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Learning about my Chinese roots
Learning about my Chinese roots
Chinese New Year or Lunar New Year isn't exactly tied to just China, but to a lot of Asian countries as well. The holiday is not only observed solely in China and Asia, but also in other parts of the world with a significant Asian community.
2024-02-05
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Year-end parties shouldn't be a burden
Year-end parties shouldn't be a burden
Corporate year-end parties are opportunities for companies to celebrate their achievements and show appreciation to their hardworking employees. It not only provides a chance to unwind and have fun, but also helps to foster team spirit and strengthen employee engagement.
2024-02-05
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Turn streets into art-laden spaces
Turn streets into art-laden spaces
Yi Qunlin, a construction worker in Shenzhen, has received the prestigious invitation to attend the 2024 CCTV Spring Festival Gala, one of the most-watched TV shows in the country.
2024-01-29
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A new tale of two cities
A new tale of two cities
In the fast-evolving landscape of technological innovation, the relationship between Hong Kong and Shenzhen has undergone a profound transformation. Historically, Shenzhen relied on Hong Kong’s expertise and support to develop its industrial sector, establishing itself as the backyard of the bustling financial hub. However, a paradigm shift is now apparent, with Hong Kong strategically seeking collaboration with the mainland, particularly trying to leverage Shenzhen’s strengths as a powerhouse in technology and innovation.
2024-01-29
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A trade-off between the ideal and the practical
A trade-off between the ideal and the practical
In an official response to address local parents’ concerns that the cancellation of “after-school study sessions” at public schools may negatively impact their children’s academic performance, Shenzhen’s education authorities said at the end of December that such sessions are contrary to the national guidelines of the “double reduction” policy aimed at alleviating the learning burden on first- to ninth-grade students and therefore should not continue.
2024-01-15
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Harbin and SZ: hot and cool
Harbin and SZ: hot and cool
The “hottest” tourist city this winter in China is undoubtedly the picturesque ice city Harbin in Northeast China, which has become an internet sensation.
2024-01-08
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