'Tomorrow Begins Today' Fundraising Gala Dinner Nov 27, 2008
Helemano Plantation clients will also treat guests with a special Chinese lion dance and hula performance as part of the program, which they have been practicing for this whole year. "When our organization was founded nearly 30 years ago, we had a dream to provide a caring home and a safe place to work and grow for those with disabilities. Today, we are a thriving community, and we could not have done it without the kokua of our supporters," said Susanna F. Cheung, president, chief executive... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Are Your Collectibles Crash Proof? Nov 26, 2008
Isadore M. Chait, Founder and President of I.M. Chait Gallery/Auctioneers in Beverly Hills, has been the leader in Asian Arts and Chinese Porcelains for more than 40 years. At the request of clients, his firm has expanded into the arena of Natural History - exotic items like fossils and geodes from the earth's crust and, in some cases, meteorites from earth's atmosphere. (Suite101.com)
Hanson tops off an overwhelming year Nov 25, 2008
Chinese Democracy that hits the stores (or store; I think they re only selling it at Best Buy) this week ... Chinese Democracy is better than I thought it would be ... Couldn t care less about Chinese Democracy. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Free and cheap in Frankfurt Nov 22, 2008
Back on the ground, Goethe University, the largest in the city, has its own botanical garden for research, but it is open to the public as well with huge Chinese redwoods, camellias and other exotic flowers, at Siesmayerstrasse 72. Palms, eucalyptus and unusual trees also grow in the Nizza Garden on the Main near the Untermainbruecke, or Under Main Bridge. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
China challenges with cyberwarfare... Nov 22, 2008
Meanwhile, its space programme, targeted at what one Chinese military strategist called "America's soft ribs", was steadily increasing the vulnerability of US assets ... The Chinese government vociferously denies being involved in such attacks. (The Drudge Report)
Miss Ireland upstages lady in red Nov 22, 2008
After years of restoration, an 18th-century Chinese studio is back to its former glory. Columnist Comments. (Yahoo News -- Beauty Pageants)
Guns N Roses not only one reluctant to pull the trigger Nov 21, 2008
The Beatles came up with Sgt. Pepper s, Abbey Road and 11 other records in half the time it took Axl Rose to make Chinese Democracy ... Stars have become increasingly less prolific over rock s history, and if Rose s formula works, and Chinese Democracy hits big, others may follow his lead ... The next generation of Chinese Democracies are long-incubating. (Boston Herald)
An Australiana revival Nov 20, 2008
Source of the Chinese lanterns for the dance scene. "So many people enquire about the lanterns!" Dunn recommends mixing them, as she did for the film, with inexpensive paper ones and tying them onto a festooning string of lights bought from a hardware store. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Antique road stop at Montvale Nov 20, 2008
Recently, there was a Chinese troupe that put on some entertainment at Kowloon s. That was very interesting wonderful dancing and costumes. Paittoni was an engaging speaker, offering the history, potential backstory and, of course, value of the various vases, paintings, crystal bowls, books, dolls and other items put before him. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Hit & Run: Lost in music Nov 18, 2008
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Review: Chinese Democracy Nov 16, 2008
Throughout the course of Chinese Democracy, Axl Rose repeatedly refers to a "change of heart" and his "lonely tear drops" ... Already heavily previewed on radio, it opens with a montage of sirens and Chinese dialogue before bursting into life with a riff of speaker-endangering proportions and Rose's trademark falsetto squeal ... This is a trick that Rose repeats over and over on Chinese Democracy. (BBC News)
Copyright pirates face crackdown Nov 16, 2008
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* THE LIBERTY TIMES EDITORIAL: Unity against Chinas united front Nov 16, 2008
The civil war between the Chinese Nationalist Party (KMT) and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) was filled with bloodshed and brutality ... In March 1972, with Maos permission, a Chinese table tennis team went to Japan to participate in the 31st World Table Tennis Championship ... After signing four agreements with Chen, the KMT devoted itself to wining and dining the Chinese envoy, unaware that it was becoming an obedient puppy on a CCP leash. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Nov 16, 2008
Chinese 'living longer than ever. Man stabbed at music awards show. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
Obama's victory is historic, but now the real work begins Nov 11, 2008
Ivan Dixon wrote on Nov 10, 2008 7:38 PM:" Who is going to build this countries tanks, armored personnel carriers and military trucks if the American Auto Industry goes under?The Chinese? ". edumacation wrote on Nov 10, 2008 6:53 PM:" Which point A) or B)? A: Nice music and puts human experience with a politician. B: With this knowledge, how can Bernanke, Paulson, Frank, Dodd, Feinstein, Pelosi and GW Bush keep pushing the idea of mortgage bailouts and mroatoria on foreclosures. Its only going... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
The road less traveled Nov 9, 2008
However, what truly sets the shop apart is the China Trade Room, where pieces include an early 1800s Ming transition scholar's desk, a pagoda dating to the 1760s, and an 8-foot-long sign carved with Chinese characters proclaiming "Prolong Life" from the late 1800s. About a quarter mile down the road is Spyglass, a barn brimming with 18th- and 19th-century nautical antiques. (Boston Globe)
How to Know if it's Blue Willow Nov 7, 2008
Although the pattern of Blue Willow is attributed to a Chinese legend, what we know continues to be in question, a romantic love story at its root ... Some experts believe the Willow pattern was developed by Josiah Spode from an original Chinese pattern called Mandarin in 1790 or thereabouts. (Suite101.com)
Hornby eyes James Bond boost after profit fall Nov 7, 2008
Badly hit by financial crisis, Chinese real estate tycoon SOHO sees opportunity to take cheap land home. Asian shares declined as global recession fears and Wall Street's worst two-day tumble since 1987 sparked sell. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Bronze Buddha, Jade Carving Test Asian-Art Demand in London Auctions, Fair Nov 4, 2008
On Sept. 16 at Sotheby's, New York, a 312-lot auction of Chinese ceramics and works of art found buyers for 56 percent of the material ... There's an air of caution around,'' said the Mayfair-based dealer , a specialist in Chinese art, who this week is offering an 18th-century green jade brushpot priced at 250,000 pounds ... During the last five years, competition between Western and Asian collectors pushed up prices for Chinese white jade artifacts and colored 18th-century and 19th-century... (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Hacken to spring surprises at concert Nov 4, 2008
Hong Kong singer Hacken Lees concert in Genting Highlands will feature a fusion of Western and Chinese music ... Lee, 40, said his Genting show would feature a fusion of Chinese and Western music ... Asked who his guest performer for the Malaysian gig would be, Lee cheekily replied: The Hong Kong musicians who would be playing classical Chinese instruments like the suona (oboe) and the pipa (lute). (The Star Online, Malaysia)
9 arrested in Galt Market investigation (1211) Oct 31, 2008
9 arrested in Galt Market investigation. Connecting You to Your Community Lodi, California. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
* Big head, big eyes and big heart Oct 29, 2008
I thought she was so adorable, says Li, who as a youngster collected budaixi (U), or traditional Chinese puppets. A few years later, Li thought of Blythe when he and a friend were drafting a business plan for a new store, a dream they had had since high school. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
New Zealand's Diamond in the Rough Oct 29, 2008
Exquisite Chinese snuff bottles, the world's best culinary festivals and the renovation of London's landmark St. Pancras station. Thailand offers child-friendly retreats in the form of eclectic villas, The Macau Grand Prix comes of age and French cuisine provides an oasis for Kabul's foreign community. (Time.com)
* COMMUNITY COMPASS: Pigeon Post Oct 28, 2008
Waldorf also owned a Chinese restaurant in Athens for several years and the Cruise Ship Restaurant, which opened on Anhe in December 2003. He was famous for his authentic spanakopita and New York cheesecake, for his sense of humor and for always encouraging people to travel to Greece or try a cruise. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Valley events Oct 23, 2008
There will also be a Chinese Auction and food available. Tickets are 10. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Winfrey decorator Nate Berkus coming to S.F. Oct 19, 2008
"It's like when you make your way through a buffet. You know if you want Chinese or Italian food or not.". Berkus maintains that you can't go wrong if you "buy things you like - even if you're not sure why you like them. They'll find a way into your home eventually.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Walk the heritage trail Oct 18, 2008
The 38-room mansion was built by Cheong Fatt Tze, a Chinese Hakka immigrant who left China as a penniless 16-year-old and rose to become a wealthy merchant ... The Khoos were among the wealthy Straits Chinese traders of the 17th century ... Later, we stopped by the King Wan Association, which started in 1923 as Penangs first union of Chinese shopkeepers and clerical workers. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Consignment Sales Rise as Economy Falls Oct 15, 2008
Inside were carefully wrapped Chinese ceramics and Brazilian sculptures set with semi-precious stones that she hoped to consign. "I was laid off in December," Magro said. (Washington Post -- Technology)
* Not your garden variety onion Oct 15, 2008
To solidify brand recognition in the highly lucrative Chinese market, Onion Tou Web sites are maintained on QQ.com and Sohu. com, two of the most popular sites for bloggers in that country. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Roland Berger Sees Rich Russians, Chinese Preventing Art Market Meltdown Oct 13, 2008
Roland Berger Sees Russians, Chinese Averting Art Market Crash ... Oct. 13 (Bloomberg) -- , founder and chairman of the German management consultancy that bears his name, expects the art market to ride out the current financial turmoil as wealthy Russians, Indians and Chinese buoy sales ... Berger said the firm matches the art with the region -- so Chinese art is in China, South American in South America. (Bloomberg -- Germany)
Treasure hunter preserves Malaka Strait's buried treasures Oct 6, 2008
Zaharuddin has divided his collection into several categories, including various Chinese dynasties; the Portuguese, Spanish, Dutch and Japanese colonial eras; Malay kingdoms; and the Malaysian confrontation era. His museum was officially opened by Natuna Regent Daeng Rusnadi on July 23, 2008, which happened to also be Zaharuddin's birthday. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
China's cultural arts celebrated at festival Oct 6, 2008
Throughout the day, the festival's center stage hosted performances by Chinese acrobats, lion dancers, musicians and other guests from China. The Chinese National Performing Arts group, featuring a face-changing magician and the Sichuan Opera also performed ... While the festival included authentic and some not-so-authentic Chinese delights, De Silva's Olympic display seemed to capture the imagination. (Honolulu Advertiser)
What's new in Atlanta restaurants Oct 5, 2008
Aja, Tom Catherall s new Asian concept in the old Emeril s space, is inspired by the Here to Serve Restaurants head honcho s experience at a Chinese restaurant in Newcastle, England, where all the chefs were from Hong Kong. Recalling his first restaurant, Azalea, Aja professes to be more authentic, with Thai, Chinese and Japanese offerings on the menu ... Catherall went to Thailand to find an executive chef, and plans are for Chinese cooks to make dumplings and fresh noodles. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Weekend calendar Sep 25, 2008
HARTFORD - Prudence Sloane's Hartford City Food Tours is Saturday at Chinese Szechuan for $65 at Patel Foods, 171 Spencer St., Manchester, (860) 645-6100; from 9 to 11 a.m.; and Ambassador of India, 2333 Main St., Glastonbury, (860) 659-2529. Start with a guided tour through an ethnic grocery store and learn about the cuisine, customs, products and how to use them from 9 to 110 a.m. Then shop, taste test and get questions answered. (Middletown Press, CT)
Indian art emerges as high-appreciation investment at volatile time Sep 25, 2008
Indian art prices have gone up considerably, but not as much as Chinese art, where prices soared due to enormous interest at home and abroad ... "The Indian art market is particularly strong within India, and that's different from the Chinese contemporary. You have that component plus we are now reaching out to an international component every season." ... 7 million record price for Chinese artist Zeng Fanzhi's piece, Mask Series 1996 Number 6, sold in Hong Kong in May. (Business Report, South Africa)
The Second Time Around Sep 21, 2008
Chinese cinnabar vases culled during a family trip to Beijing when she was 12 top a fireplace mantel festooned with relief of garlands. A sculpture by her mother is artfully arranged next to a print by Brazil's Emiliano Di Cavalcanti on top of a white-lacquer bar; an Alexander Calder print from the Museum of Modern Art hangs on the wall above. (Boston Globe)
Estate sale rich in collectibles Sep 19, 2008
Among the rare and precious items are quilts and crochet work from the Underground Railroad in Canada, rare books, Chinese porcelain figurines, an original Chippendale chair and many examples of black artistry and history ... At $15,000 apiece are a pair of bronze foo dogs, Chinese icons that are meant to serve as a kind of guardian angels. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Saturday, October 4;Local Homes Open for Safe Haven Benefit Sep 17, 2008
In the foyer, a massive red cupboard houses an extensive collection of new and old Chinese porcelain. In the older portion of the home, the dining room retains its original oven. (Voices, CT)
Antiques and art Sep 13, 2008
" Accordingly, a couple of rare tables of the 1780s with gilt bronze legs in the manner of Gouthi?re, and other 18th-century pieces, are seen in a stand with glass walls. More Coverage Multimedia Photographs Bringing clarity to the past at the Paris Biennale? Today in Culture But even when the furniture dealers opt for a traditional presentation like Herv? Aaron, of Paris and London, there is a new clarity. You will not see the hosts of baubles that would inevitably have come some years ago with... (International Herald Tribune)
On display (43) Sep 12, 2008
Portland Classical Chinese Garden, N.W. Third and Everett streets. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Fashion Week: Hi/Lo Sep 10, 2008
No really, Blonds actually do have more fun: David and Phillipe Blond live in a tiny two-bedroom, ground-floor flat somewhere in the deepest, darkest East Village with their vast collection of Christian Louboutin shoes - including exclusive limited-edition collectible designs that would bring any Park Avenue socialite to her knees - and their pup Bijou, a charming Chinese Crested who looks like Amy Sedaris in "Strangers With Candy.". In the corner of a pristine kitchen space - the stove looks... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Christie's prices Chippendale hoard at $21m Sep 8, 2008
A highlight of Wednesday's sale is a Chinese fantasy cabinet by Thomas Chippendale in padoukwood that is expected to fetch as much as 4 million. The glass-doored cabinet, richly carved and topped with three gilded pavilions, was meant to show off a collection of exotic Chinese porcelain. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Community Notes Sep 4, 2008
This book tells the story of two young Chinese girls from different villages who form a friendship that takes them through traditional 19th century experiences such as foot binding and arranged marriages. The staff at the library will be able to assist anyone in borrowing this book from one of the other libraries in the system. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
* Culture Passport uncovers Taipeis hidden treasures Aug 29, 2008
The Culture Passport is available in Chinese only ... South Village and the Department of Culture also plan to combine photos and notes from this years activities into a book that will be available in Chinese in October and in Japanese and English by the end of the year. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
What is that smell? Target! Aug 29, 2008
Bill Rights wrote on Aug 27, 2008 4:56 PM:" I'd rather wear a gas mask to shop target than deal with the disgruntled staff and shoddy Chinese merchandise at Walmart! ". Justme wrote on Aug 27, 2008 3:40 PM:" Nice assumption there Rob Poetry. I just moved here, *I* didn't ask for anything!! ". (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Past and present Aug 26, 2008
An estimated 520,000 people moved to the Chinese capital last year alone, according to state-run news agency Xinhua ... The destruction of neighborhoods was what prompted Sze Tsung Leong to photograph Beijing and other Chinese cities -- including Nanjing, Pingyao, and Xiamen -- between 2002 and 2005. (CNN -- International)
As Seen On Streetside San Diego With Lorrie Jordan Aug 25, 2008
A Chinese artist discusses his exhibit on the country's people and politics. Learn about the Chinese practice of acupunture. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
A city filled with places to go lets her follow her heart Aug 24, 2008
Chinese tourists pose with the guitar-playing Arab and his dancers. A woman covered in a black hijab raises a Sony Handycam to her exposed eyes and begins filming. (Boston Globe)
Delft Blue and White Pottery Aug 23, 2008
In the early 17th century, the Dutch East India Company had a thriving trade in Chinese Export Pottery, which was as popular in Holland as the rest of Europe. The pottery industry in Delft experienced tremendous growth during the years between 1645-1680 after the Chinese porcelain exports were temporarily curtailed due to civil war in China ... Before long, the potters of Delft had adapted the popular blue and white style of the Chinese porcelains for their own earthenware versions. (Suite101.com)
Hamlet 2: The First One Was Better Aug 22, 2008
" and the secret weapon is the onlooker's pity. Related Articles The actor in question is Dana Marschz his last name is nearly unpronounceable, just the first reason he has trouble getting jobs and he is played by the English comedian Steve Coogan with the lank hair, toothy smile and blithe sweetness that recall Tiny Tim, the eccentric ukuleleist of the '60s. Coogan has been everywhere lately, starring in little movies (A Cock and Bull Story: Tristram Shandy) and guesting in bigger ones. He had... (Time.com)
OLYMPIC BLOG:Ni Howdy! Aug 18, 2008
A hundred thousand Chinese soldiers are backed up by extra national police in the Olympic city ... Chinese massage is offered pretty much everywhere, judging from the number of businesses that advertise it around town ... A note about yesterday's visit with Jen Lin-Liu, in which she was puzzling over why the Chinese had turned back copies of her culinary and cultural tour, Serve the People: A Stir-Fried Journey Through China. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Steve Cahalan: Boot Hill Pub opens in former Footwear complex Aug 17, 2008
Yan Pan, who opened the Chinese buffet restaurant March 30, said he changed its name to eliminate any confusion; the Dragon Restaurant in the Jackson Plaza has a similar name. Pan switched to the new name at the end of June, and added a few new menu items. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Report: Pack's Favre deal included souvenirs, blog Aug 16, 2008
Chinese state media report fuels questions about gymnast's age. FromAlain Pinel Realtors. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Olympic Scams Aug 16, 2008
Indeed, before the games even started, there were news reports of fake ticket sales online and seizures of knock-off Olympic merchandise by the Chinese police ... Ironically, since the Chinese government is cracking down on knock-off Olympic goods, it's likely that more of the unofficial booty will end up on U.S. shores away from the Beijing police. (SmartMoney)
Olympic notes: I'll trade you a Mickey Mantle for a Phelps Aug 16, 2008
Just nine months before the Beijing Olympics, the Chinese government's news agency, Xinhua, reported that gymnast He Kexin was 13, which would have made her ineligible to be on the team that won a gold medal this week. In its report Nov. 3, Xinhua identified He as one of ''10 big new stars'' who made a splash at China's Cities Games. (Salt Lake Tribune)
Phelps trading card skyrockets in value to $500 Aug 15, 2008
Chinese state media report fuels questions about gymnast's age. Sex isn't a sport, but Violet Blue offers up records that go for the gold. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
* RESTAURANTS: Butterfly () Aug 15, 2008
Details: Chinese and English menu; credit cards accepted ... Chinese antiques rest comfortably among the vintage-looking sofa and chairs. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Swedish wrestler upset with bronze Aug 15, 2008
Fans booed loudly as the judges filed out of the Chinese Agricultural University Gym, and the defeated gold-medal hope whacked an aluminum barricade with a fist as he left the arena ... CHINESE REPORTED GYMNAST'S AGE: Just nine months before the Beijing Olympics, the Chinese government's news agency, Xinhua, reported that gymnast He Kexin was 13, which would have made her ineligible to be on the team that won a gold medal this week ... In the final, "this little girl" pulled off a difficult... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Trentonian Community Calendar Aug 15, 2008
Twilight Silent and Chinese Auction by New Horizon Baptist Church 6-8 p.m. rain or shine at The Dwelling Place, 200 Main St., Groveville (Hamilton Township). Park in rear. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Carrying a torch for Olympic gear Aug 13, 2008
"The Chinese will surely release them into the market," O'Neil says, "but they'll never reach the prices of previous torches.". Medal maniaWhile few objects rival torches in covetability, medals certainly come close. (MSNBC -- Politics)
* COMMUNITY COMPASS: FEATURE:Animals Taiwan breeds help for needy Aug 12, 2008
Originally, Sean was only hosting stray dogs in his own apartment in Taipei, until he got evicted from his residence, said Kim Phillips, the writer of the AT newsletter and an English lecturer at Chinese Culture University, who has been with the organization for two-and-a-half years. One day, McCormack met Jane Goodall, the British primatologist, whose involvement in environmental and humanitarian affairs has gained her international fame, during a visit in Taiwan. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Google must stop snooping on us Aug 12, 2008
Critics in the blogosphere lambast it for hypocrisy in collaborating with China s totalitarian rulers in censoring its new Chinese service ... Unease over its Chinese strategy is only one of the controversies and legal disputes now swarming round the company ... Yahoo infamously landed a Chinese journalist in a local gulag by handing over details of his e-mail account. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Sam Williams Beijing Blog: Days 5-7 -- Passing presidents, cheering victories and common people Aug 12, 2008
VIPs in Beijing, Sunday, Aug. 10, 9:42 EDT: We were waiting in our hotel lobby to catch the bus to the swim competitions, when Chinese President Hu Jintao walked briskly by with his entourage and security ... Rumor was that the Chinese have seeded clouds for rain to clear the "haze. It must have worked! Now for a change of clothes, so we can head to the Coca-Cola hospitality center at the Shangri-La Hotel to watch the U.S. vs. China in men s basketball. Maybe a shot of whiskey will help us dry... (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
House photos Aug 12, 2008
This "Bulldog Room" is one of 10 additions they've made to the house, and it's a marriage of Barbara's love of American, Japanese and Chinese antiques with her husband's legendary career. University of Georgia football memorabilia and hundreds of bulldogs can be found throughout the space. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Art for art's sake Aug 10, 2008
Fatal blasts hit Chinese province. Western words fall on deaf Russian ears. (BBC News -- UK)
