After almost 6 months of renovation, Beijing heavy hitter Tang Contemporary has just opened Tracing the Milky Way a blockbuster exhibition with a star studded roster of artists: Chen Zhen, Huang Yongping, Shen Yuan, Wang Du, Yan Peiming and Yang Jiecang. The exhibition is also curated by another...
Valentine's Day History and things
There are varying opinions as to the origin of Valentine's Day. Some experts state that it originated from St. Valentine, a Roman who was martyred for refusing to give up Christianity. He died on February 14, 269 A.D., the same day that had been devoted to...
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Doomsday: After Many Predictions, We're Still Here
"Repent, repent, the end is near!" Or is it?
How many times have we heard that in movies, on TV, throughout literature and in the Bible? Yet, as often as people have predicted a global apocalypse, we're still here, still intact.
You've...
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There comes a time in every kid’s life when he starts wishing he was a brave warrior in ancient Japan cutting down hordes of treacherous ninjas like jonesing crack addicts cut random pedestrians for drug money. In many cases, the dream of becoming a samurai forever remains a fantasy, but...
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