Emperor Tang Taizong, renowned for establishing one of the most formidable empires in history, owes much of his …
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ArtsEditor's Pick
Oscar Nominee: Chinese Film ‘Eternal Spring’ Touches the Hearts and Souls of the Audience
Since October 21, 2022, Eternal Spring (长春), the first Chinese-language film representing Canada in the race for the …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Guiding Integrity: The Upright and Honest Advisors of Ancient China
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn ancient China’s history, wisdom and integrity were paramount virtues. Rulers often sought counsel when faced with perplexing …
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WisdomFeatured
Beware the Illusions of Fortune: Ancient Chinese Wisdom on Premature Celebrations
by Max Luby Max LuLife is indeed full of unexpected twists and delightful surprises. Yet, in the fabric of fortune, ancient Chinese …
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Chinese CultureEditor's Pick
Lin Yutang: Enlightenment and Return of Faith and Tradition (Part 2)
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisChinese literature, already captivating in its own right, takes on a new dimension when interpreted by Lin Yutang. …
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Chinese CultureEditor's Pick
Lin Yutang: Enlightenment and Return of Faith and Tradition (Part 1)
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn the late 19th century, in the town of Banzi in Zhangzhou, Fujian Province, there was a notable …
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Mind & SpiritFeatured
A Mysterious Illness: Uncovering the Consequences of Past Actions
by Max Luby Max LuIn the early 1990s, a true story unfolded, revealing the strange illness that plagued senior official Mr. Zhang. …
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Just like a big tree that is more easily damaged by the wind, a person who is too …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Song Dynasty Love Story: The Tale of Liu Tingyi
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn the annals of Chinese history, some names shine brighter than others. Su Dongpo, also known as Su …
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Chinese CultureEditor's Pick
Heaven’s Wrath: How Ancient Chinese Rulers Responded to Natural Disasters (Part 1)
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn the past decade or so, different disasters have been occurring in mainland China one after another, and …