In China, dreams mean different things today compared to before.
When our societies were tribal, it was thought that dreams were instructions from the gods or even evil spirits seeking to do harm.
In ancient China, people believed that every dream...
Saying that stereotypes are negative is a stereotype in itself.We often forget is that some of the simplest things we do, without a care, are based on stereotypes. Obviously, everyone’s different, so we react in different ways, but for...
A historical relic. A cultural theme park. Xi’an, the ancient capital…
Recently, I had the chance to visit the incredible, historical city of Xi’an and see its many wonders. Many of its most prized locations are all deeply rooted in the city’s...
Lies and deceit. That is my life! A few days after my 16th birthday I discovered a horrifying revelation. Something that changed my entire life. All these years I thought I was a Rooster but… I am a Monkey.
It...
Chesna Goel from Nanjing International School reminds us on the importance of reducing our water footprint.
“Don’t! We don’t want your money; just get us some food and water, please!”
Last year during the holidays, my family and I went to...
“I am not eating that! It’s been expired for over a year now.”
“So, what? It doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with it…”
Now this, shockingly, is quite common in my house. Often, we have some old food packets and expired...
The Four Great Inventions of paper, gunpowder, printing and the compass are the four most amazing and revolutionising innovations that came from ancient China. In the modern world, creative innovations include the first AI teaching assistant, making a house...
Just what is a luxurious item or service? For people in poverty, having enough food for the day or having an extra pair of clothes is a luxury. What does luxury look like for the 21st century Chinese cosmospolitan?...