Chinese Culture, Editor's Pick

A Glimpse of the Famous Horse Painter Xu Beihong’s Life (Part 1)

In the spring of 1937, as the flamboyant kapok flowers adorned the streets of Hong Kong, Professor Hui Tat-Seng, Director of the Chinese Department at the University of Hong Kong, carefully navigated the fallen blossoms, hurrying back home. As soon as Professor Hui entered his courtyard, he called out: “Beihong!” It turned out that the ...

Tatiana Denning

Self-portrait of Chinese artist Xu Beihong.

Parenting 101: Nurturing Respect and Shaping Positive Attitudes in Your Children

One of the primary goals of parents is to raise well-mannered and respectful children who treat others with kindness and consideration. However, navigating through moments of disrespect from your child can be challenging and disheartening. This article provides practical guidance on changing your children’s attitude if they disrespect you. Building strong parent-child relationships Encouraging respectful ...

Viena Abdon

A group of smiling children.

How Can You Tell if a Person Has Blessings?

Everyone hopes to have blessings in their life, not to have to worry about food and clothing, and also to be able to help people in need. But some people have a charmed life, while others have a tough one. Some people may stumble when they are young, but turn their lives around when they ...

Tatiana Denning

Blessings.

Enforced Disappearance of Gao Zhisheng and China’s Human Rights Crisis

Prominent Chinese human rights lawyer Gao Zhisheng was once listed as being among China’s 10 best lawyers by the Ministry of Justice in 2001, but that would change as he began to take cases of people persecuted by the communist state, especially that of Falun Gong practitioners. What would follow was Gao himself being targeted ...

Rory Karsten

Lawyer Gao Zhisheng.

Establishing a Good Healthy Financial Routine: 10 Pathways to Financial Success

Managing personal finances can be daunting in today’s fast-paced world. Many individuals struggle to establish a solid financial routine that promotes financial well-being and long-term stability. However, you can achieve financial success with dedication, discipline, and strategies. Imagine a life where you have a robust emergency fund, save and invest wisely, and no longer worry ...

Viena Abdon

Money bag with the word 'investment' is balanced on a scale with a roll of US$100 bills.

National Night Out: Strengthening Communities

Tuesday, August 2, 2023, marked the 40th anniversary of National Night Out. While some may not be familiar with National Night Out, engaging with neighbors, law enforcement, first responders, local businesses, churches, and organizations is a great opportunity. The event aims to create community bonds, improve neighborhood safety, and connect law enforcement with residents to ...

Tatiana Denning

National Night Out.