In the Tang Dynasty’s Song City, a curious encounter between a traveler named Wei Gu and an elderly …
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Knowing that “good is rewarded with good and evil with evil” was common in the past. In modern …
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The I Ching teaches three mistakes people must avoid in pursuing positions that don’t match their abilities. These …
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An ancient saying goes: “A virtuous person is respected by all, blessed by Heaven, accompanied by fortune, shunned …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Ming Dynasty Tale: The Reward for Virtue and the Punishment for Greed
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisVirtue is always rewarded. In the Ming Dynasty, outside the East Gate of Wuxi County in Jiangsu, there …
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Science
Fresh Water and Key Conditions for Life Appeared on Earth Half a Billion Years Earlier Than We Thought
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesWe need two ingredients for life to start on a planet: dry land and (fresh) water. Strictly, the …
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TaiwanEditor's Pick
2024 Tainan City International Dragon Boat Championships: A Celebration of Tradition and Community
by Billy Shyuby Billy ShyuThe Tainan City International Dragon Boat Championships, held annually in the historic city of Tainan, Taiwan, is one …
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In life’s journey, the guiding markers you leave behind are often rooted in acts of kindness and compassion, …
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In ancient China, acts of kindness and compassion were seen as virtuous and were often believed to bring …
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King Xuan was an outstanding king of Qi during the early Warring States period (475-221 B.C.). He often …