December 21, 2010
Deformity Man
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In modern parlance, the Western world refers to a person who has a physical or mental limitation as disabled. In less politically correct ti...
December 19, 2010
The Manchurian Incident
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The largest city in northeastern China is Shenyang. On September 18, 1931 a small segment of a rail line operated by the Japanese was blown...
December 05, 2010
Sichuan Earthquake
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A devasting earthquake hit the province of Sichuan on May 12, 2008. The initial 7.9 magnitude quake lasted two minutes, followed by hundred...
December 01, 2010
Hakka Tulou: Roundhouses
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Perfectly circular like the face of an overweight child who has visited McDonald's a few too many times, roundhouses are unique forms o...
November 29, 2010
Heavy Dew in Gulang Yu
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Xiamen is much like any other prosperous large coastal city in China with decent beaches, a bustling pedestrian shopping area, and deliciou...
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