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UB Alert: Emergency text, e-mail messages. Sign up > Noted scholars in philosophy, history and theology from across Asia, Europe and North America will gather at UB this weekend for “Beyond New Confucianism: Confucian Thought for Twenty-first Century China,” a conference that will examine the current revival of Confucianism and the roles this ancient philosophical tradition plays in contemporary ...
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FUKUYAMA: The Chinese Elite Ousted Bo Xilai As They Were Genuinely Scared He Would Become The Next Mao
Fukuyama argues that for 2,000 years, China's government has survived using a system of bureaucracy and Confucianism rather than the rule of law or independent democratic institutions.
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Iimay Ho: The Next Generation Awards 2012
Feature Story: Iimay Ho remembers one of the first times direct activism paid off for her. While a junior in high school, one of her classmates drew a Chinese man during a discussion of Confucianism. ''Basically, straw hat, fortune cookie,'' she recalls. ''Any kind of offensive Orientalist things you could think of were on that poster.'' Iimay Ho (Photo by Julian P. Vankim) ''I actually spoke ...
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Commentary 6: On How the Chinese Communist Party Destroyed Traditional Culture
China is the only country in the world whose ancient civilization has been passed down for over 5,000 years. Destruction of its traditional culture is an unforgivable crime.
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When Koreans face a dead-end situation, they use the term "ipan sapan," which can be roughly translated as "do or die." The term`s origins are in Buddhism.
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What China's Talking About Today: Getting Tough With North Korea
After North Koreans held 29 Chinese fishermen hostage, web users in Chine are calling for their country to take action against the long-time ally.
theatlantic.feedsportal.com
Lingualism: Changing the names of the game
Speaking Freely is an Asia Times Online feature that allows guest writers to have their say. Please click here if you are interested in contributing.
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The island of the gods
Island of the Gods”, a name bestowed upon Penang by a gentleman I hold in high regard. What an unusual and intriguing take on a place that since time immemorial has been described as a calc
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Exploring Your Religion
I always encourage you to get to know YOU. By getting to know YOU, you provide yourself with an amazing opportunity for growth and self-actualization. This time I am asking you to assess your relationship with your religion. Read this article to change and inspire who you are forever.
www.bellaonline.com
The art of Chinese cooking
Chinese food, when authentic, is probably the healthiest food in the world and is really the ideal diet.
www.thewesterlysun.com
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