Ties that bind: Kung fu, food, language learning

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The ties that bind

LIANG GUOXIU/CHINA DAILY Young people reflect on the connection between Macao and the Chinese mainland and the changes that have transpired over a quarter century. In addition to cultural and family ties, 20-year-old Iao Weng-u has noticed that young people from Macao and the mainland are increasingly connected through popular culture. "Mainland brands are opening stores in Macao, and young …

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Karate Kid who ‘never says never’

New Indian Express

KHAMMAM: In 2016, Aamir Khan-starrer Dangal inspired and entertained millions with the tale of a father empowering his daughters to win medals for India. In a similar story, 18-year-old Chandana Kondapalli, hailing from the remote Gundala mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district, inspired by her father’s skills in karate is striving to bring laurels to the country at the Asian Games …

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Some young Kenyans turn to kung fu for self-improvement in difficult times

Associated Press

NAIROBI, Kenya — Growing up on the semi-arid plains of eastern Kenya, Evans Munzaa had planned his future. But the 31-year-old father hasn’t had a formal job since completing college 10 years ago, and he doesn’t live with his daughter and her mother, citing “meager earnings that cannot sustain a family.” Now Munzaa has taken an interest in the Chinese …

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Learning Chinese is to promote humanism

China Daily

A student from Eritrea learns Chinese calligraphy at a booth set up by the Confucius Institute of Kenyatta University during a Chinese New Year cultural event in Nairobi, Kenya, on Feb 10. WU XIAOHUI/CHINA DAILY The World Chinese Language Conference, held in Beijing from Nov 15 to 17, chose four "I's"-Interconnection, Integration, Inheritance and Innovation — as its motto. The …

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Learning Chinese is to promote humanism

China Daily

A student from Eritrea learns Chinese calligraphy at a booth set up by the Confucius Institute of Kenyatta University during a Chinese New Year cultural event in Nairobi, Kenya, on Feb 10. WU XIAOHUI/CHINA DAILY The World Chinese Language Conference, held in Beijing from Nov 15 to 17, chose four "I's"-Interconnection, Integration, Inheritance and Innovation — as its motto. The …

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China Focus: China seeks balance of books and sports for children's fitter future

China Daily

BEIJING -- With her roller skates on, elbow and knee pads secured, and helmet snugly fastened, 7-year-old Yunkai was ready for her lesson. "She loves roller skating and won't stop pestering her mother and me to take her out to exercise after school," Yang said. As a result, parents feel compelled to invest significantly in their children's academic performance from …

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China Focus: China seeks balance of books and sports for children's fitter future

China Daily

BEIJING -- With her roller skates on, elbow and knee pads secured, and helmet snugly fastened, 7-year-old Yunkai was ready for her lesson. "She loves roller skating and won't stop pestering her mother and me to take her out to exercise after school," Yang said. As a result, parents feel compelled to invest significantly in their children's academic performance from …

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Young Peruvians foster Sino-Peruvian ties

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Young Peruvians foster Sino-Peruvian ties

China Daily

Left: Rosa Isabel Neira Alvarez poses for a photo in the Laomendong historic block in Nanjing, Jiangsu, last year. "I was eager to immerse myself in Chinese culture and experience a society vastly different from the Western world," said Hurtado, a second-year PhD student in the management, science, and engineering program at SHU. "They're often surprised when they first learn …

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Young Peruvians foster Sino-Peruvian ties

China Daily

Two Peruvian students in China share their experiences of cultural exchange, highlighting opportunities for deeper cooperation between China and Peru in education, tourism, and technology. "I was eager to immerse myself in Chinese culture and experience a society vastly different from the Western world," said Hurtado, a second-year PhD student in the management, science, and engineering program at SHU. "They're …

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Young Peruvians foster Sino-Peruvian ties

China Daily

By LI XINRAN | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2024-11-20 07:49 Left: Rosa Isabel Neira Alvarez poses for a photo in the Laomendong historic block in Nanjing, Jiangsu, last year. "I was eager to immerse myself in Chinese culture and experience a society vastly different from the Western world," said Hurtado, a second-year PhD student in the management, science, and engineering …

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Young Peruvians foster Sino-Peruvian ties

China Daily

Left: Rosa Isabel Neira Alvarez poses for a photo in the Laomendong historic block in Nanjing, Jiangsu, last year. "I was eager to immerse myself in Chinese culture and experience a society vastly different from the Western world," said Hurtado, a second-year PhD student in the management, science, and engineering program at SHU. "They're often surprised when they first learn …

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Bridging East and West through Mandarin learning

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1 month ago

Bridging East and West through Mandarin learning

China Daily

By ZHAO YIMENG and PAN YIQIAO | China Daily | Updated: 2024-11-18 09:06 Visitors attend an exhibition during the World Chinese Language Conference at the China National Convention Center in Beijing on Friday. International Chinese language education has become increasingly vital to bridge the information gap and enhance cultural understanding between young people in the East and the West, experts …

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1 month ago

Bridging East and West through Mandarin learning

China Daily

By ZHAO YIMENG and PAN YIQIAO | China Daily | Updated: 2024-11-18 09:06 Visitors attend an exhibition during the World Chinese Language Conference at the China National Convention Center in Beijing on Friday. International Chinese language education has become increasingly vital to bridge the information gap and enhance cultural understanding between young people in the East and the West, experts …

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1 month ago

Bridging East and West through Mandarin learning

China Daily

International Chinese language education has become increasingly vital to bridge the information gap and enhance cultural understanding between young people in the East and the West, experts and learners said during the World Chinese Language Conference in Beijing. Ryan Bernard, president of Saint Mary's School in the United States, said that understanding people's language, history and values is "more important …

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Connections that bind pass through classrooms

China Daily

A teacher introduces tea culture to students at the Rio Chinese International School. Every Monday morning, students at the Rio Chinese International School gather on the school field to sing the national anthems of China and Brazil as well as the school song, watching as flags are raised. Yuan Aiping, chief principal of the school, said: "Our school emphasizes both …

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Thai and Chinese youths discover shared heritage

China Daily

Thai students hold the Chinese character "fu", which they wrote in a calligraphy class at Shenyang Ligong University as part of an exchange trip in October. "This character 'fu' looks exactly like my grandfather's writing," said Ngamsasisakulchai Warisara during a calligraphy class at Shenyang Ligong University. "Thai greeting etiquette is as nuanced as our traditional custom of bowing to elders," …

China Chinese Thai My Grandfather Shenyang Shenyang Ligong University Warisara

1 month, 1 week ago

Thai and Chinese youths discover shared heritage

China Daily

Thai students hold the Chinese character "fu", which they wrote in a calligraphy class at Shenyang Ligong University as part of an exchange trip in October. "This character 'fu' looks exactly like my grandfather's writing," said Ngamsasisakulchai Warisara during a calligraphy class at Shenyang Ligong University. "Thai greeting etiquette is as nuanced as our traditional custom of bowing to elders," …

China Chinese Thai My Grandfather Shenyang Shared Heritage Shenyang Ligong University

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10-year-old Guizhou girl goes viral for martial arts balance

China Daily

Ten-year-old Liu Shuhan, a girl from a rural village in Bijie, Guizhou province, has drawn public attention for her skillful balance on the soft rim of a plastic basin—a feat many liken to the martial art qinggong. The girl with sandbags on her legs steadies herself, then hops onto the basin's edge and walks along the circle in a martial …

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Young artisans revive curative benefits of Chinese incense

China Daily

All aromatic ingredients are ground into a fine powder to ensure even burning and a smooth texture. Resting calm Wang Siran, a 32-year-old chemistry teacher who works and lives in Xi'an, Shaanxi province, values incense burning for its aesthetics and sees it as a form of self-expression. "The delicate, minimalistic incense burners, along with the wafting trails of smoke, make …

Wang Chinese Culture Incense Chinese Incense

Ties that bind: Kung fu, food, language learning

China Daily

A student practices writing Chinese characters at Hamdan Bin Rashid Boys School in Dubai. PHOTO PROVIDED TO CHINA DAILY Al Dhaheri arrived in Guangzhou in September and is now taking Chinese courses at South China Normal University. Their presence "underscores the vibrancy of our educational exchanges at the tertiary level", says Mariam Alshamsi, consul-general of the UAE in Guangzhou. "They …

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Ties that bind: Kung fu, food, language learning

China Daily

A student practices writing Chinese characters at Hamdan Bin Rashid Boys School in Dubai. PHOTO PROVIDED TO CHINA DAILY Al Dhaheri arrived in Guangzhou in September and is now taking Chinese courses at South China Normal University. Their presence "underscores the vibrancy of our educational exchanges at the tertiary level", says Mariam Alshamsi, consul-general of the UAE in Guangzhou. "They …

China Guangzhou Kung Fu Writing Chinese

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Young artisans revive curative benefits of Chinese incense

China Daily

Incense-maker Weng Jianzhi had a fascination with herbs from a young age, sparked by a colorful herb-identification publication he found at a local bookstore. "In traditional incense making, just like in Chinese medicine, balance is key," he said. Zhang said he sensed the younger generation's rising interest in Chinese incense, especially as more people faced the pressures of urban living, …

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Young artisans revive curative benefits of Chinese incense

China Daily

All aromatic ingredients are ground into a fine powder to ensure even burning and a smooth texture. Resting calm Wang Siran, a 32-year-old chemistry teacher who works and lives in Xi'an, Shaanxi province, values incense burning for its aesthetics and sees it as a form of self-expression. "The delicate, minimalistic incense burners, along with the wafting trails of smoke, make …

Chinese Wang Incense Chinese Incense Young Artisans

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Gaining a competitive edge

China Daily

Two students try on a classical Chinese musical instrument. Many expat parents appreciate that Chinese language courses are mandatory in early years for everyone who attends, says Qiao. Parents see it as a significant, competitive advantage for their children to master the Chinese language, which is the most spoken worldwide and perhaps the most difficult to learn," she says. Students …

Chinese

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Chef's Artistic Journey: From Poverty to International Recognition

China Daily

A talented chef at Tsinghua University, Liu Tao, has gained widespread attention for his unwavering dedication to painting. Despite his humble upbringing, he has pursued his passion with unwavering determination, showcasing his artwork in exhibitions both domestically and internationally. His perseverance and talent have resulted in his work being displayed at prestigious venues like the UNESCO headquarters in Paris. Liu …

Education Inspiration Art Achievements Beijing

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She Boxing Champion Zhong Tuanyu: Preserving Tradition, Empowering Village Through Kungfu

China Daily

A renowned She ethnic martial arts practitioner and NPC deputy, Zhong Tuanyu, is dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich heritage of She boxing. Through her efforts, she has successfully established She martial arts classes and led the compilation of textbooks on traditional She routines. These initiatives not only enhance the martial arts experience but also integrate it with rural …

Law Culture Community Social Issues

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She Boxing Champion Zhong Tuanyu: Preserving Tradition, Empowering Village Growth

China Daily

A dedicated NPC deputy, Zhong Tuanyu, is committed to preserving and promoting She ethnic martial arts in her village. She actively engages in initiatives to enhance the influence of She ethnic culture, blending martial arts practice with elements of sports and dance. Zhong envisions expanding the reach of She boxing beyond the village, intertwining it with rural vitalization efforts. She …

Law Culture Community Social Issues

2 months ago

Taoist temple exercise helps city workers relieve stress

The Independent

Young white-collar workers in Beijing can easily find themselves frazzled by the pressure of their day-to-day jobs and the fast pace of city life. “Therefore, our master suggested using some health preservation exercises for the public to learn and improve, and baduanjin became the exercise offered as a public welfare class at the temple.” People attend the baduanjin exercise class …

Exercise Temple Deng Stress Young Baduanjin Taoist

3 months ago

Hangzhou teacher brings art and inspiration to Tibetan boarding school

China Daily

The art room is well-equipped with plaster busts for basic sketching, as well as an assortment of painting tools and supplies in the adjacent storage room at the Gala Boarding Elementary School at the Gala township of Garze Tibetan autonomous prefecture, Sichuan province. "Wu's presence has greatly supported our art education and enriched the lives of our boarding students," said …

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Hangzhou teacher brings art and inspiration to Tibetan boarding school

China Daily

Wu Pengbo, an art teacher from Hangzhou of Zhejiang province is sorting students' painting at the Gala township of Garze Tibetan autonomous prefecture, Sichuan province. "Previously, the school had no dedicated art teacher, and other teachers, who were not professionally trained but served as substitutes for art teachers, sometimes lacked confidence," Principal Mao said. I also support Wu's suggestion to …

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3 months ago

Hangzhou teacher brings art and inspiration to Tibetan boarding school

China Daily

Wu Pengbo, an art teacher from Hangzhou of Zhejiang province is sorting students' painting at the Gala township of Garze Tibetan autonomous prefecture, Sichuan province. "Previously, the school had no dedicated art teacher, and other teachers, who were not professionally trained but served as substitutes for art teachers, sometimes lacked confidence," Principal Mao said. I also support Wu's suggestion to …

Education Art China Students Teachers Tibetan Teacher

3 months ago

Hangzhou teacher brings art and inspiration to Tibetan boarding school

China Daily

The art room is well-equipped with plaster busts for basic sketching, as well as an assortment of painting tools and supplies in the adjacent storage room at the Gala Boarding Elementary School at the Gala township of Garze Tibetan autonomous prefecture, Sichuan province. "Wu's presence has greatly supported our art education and enriched the lives of our boarding students," said …

Students Student Professional Art

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Awarded chef fishes out new dishes in Macao

China Daily

Alaskan King Crab with Huadiao Wine and Steamed Egg. Seafood restaurant Drunken Fish is set to captivate diners with a world-class selection of seafood and premium wines when it opens at the Wynn Macau hotel on Sept 28. Previously leading the award-winning Golden Flower Chinese restaurant, Zhang has earned prestigious accolades from Forbes Travel Guide, the Black Pearl Restaurant Guide, …

Zhang Sea Chinese Restaurant Chef Fish

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Awarded chef fishes out new dishes in Macao

China Daily

Alaskan King Crab with Huadiao Wine and Steamed Egg. Seafood restaurant Drunken Fish is set to captivate diners with a world-class selection of seafood and premium wines when it opens at the Wynn Macau hotel on Sept 28. Previously leading the award-winning Golden Flower Chinese restaurant, Zhang has earned prestigious accolades from Forbes Travel Guide, the Black Pearl Restaurant Guide, …

Chinese Zhang Seafood Restaurant

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Study tours fire interest in rich Chinese culture

China Daily

Primary students learn about a variety of minerals and rocks at the Anhui Geological Museum on a guided study tour during their summer holiday. RUAN XUEFENG/FOR CHINA DAILY From historic sites to picturesque natural landscapes, from cutting-edge technology innovation hubs to traditional craft workshops, study tours and entertaining journeys are surging in various regions across China this summer, offering grownups …

Culture China Hong Kong Chinese Tour Study Macao

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Hit Chinese video game builds pride, subdues prejudice

China Daily

A gamer tries the action role-playing game in Tianjin. Cultural export Black Myth: Wukong has proved so popular that a question about its was raised at a Ministry of Foreign Affairs news conference on Aug 21.Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said while she knew little about video games, judging from its name and the fact that it is derived from Journey …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Youths to foster Sino-Indian ties

China Daily

For Khushboo Yadav, a student from India's northern state of Uttar Pradesh, studying in China is an option as Chinese universities offer scholarships for students pursuing higher studies. Priyanshu Yadav, who graduated in Chinese language from Doon University in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand, will pursue a one-year language course at Tsinghua University in Beijing beginning next month. Hope …

India Language China Mumbai Students University Indian

4 months ago

Bridging East and West through culture, beauty

China Daily

By MINGMEI LI in New York | China Daily Global | Updated: 2024-08-22 09:18 In the world of beauty, Yue-Sai Kan has dedicated decades of her life to bridging understanding between China and the world through the blending of Eastern and Western cultures. Yue-Sai Kan celebrates the launch of her new book at China Institute in New York City on …

China West New York East Chinese Book Her Mother

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Bridging East and West through culture, beauty

China Daily

In the world of beauty, Yue-Sai Kan has dedicated decades of her life to bridging understanding between China and the world through the blending of Eastern and Western cultures. Yue-Sai Kan celebrates the launch of her new book at China Institute in New York City on Aug 13. JOHN LAMPARSKI/AFP Called "the most famous woman in China" by People magazine, …

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Young Africans embrace benefits of martial arts

China Daily

Jean Philippe N'Dri demonstrates his martial arts technique at the Felix Houphouet-Boigny University in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire. ZHANG JIAN/XINHUA ABIDJAN — "One, two, three, four", a young man in a Shaolin Temple training jersey commanded, as he demonstrated movements and postures to students in a gymnasium at the Felix Houphouet-Boigny University in Abidjan, the economic capital of Cote d'Ivoire. "My …

Arts China Martial Arts Chinese Chinese Culture Kung Fu Shaolin

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Students inspired by Shanxi history, culture

China Daily

The flank of a Shang Dynasty bronze wine vessel called Xiaoyou, which is dubbed the ancient version of an Angry Bird and is collected at Shanxi Museum. CHINA DAILY Keen interest As most of the students are Malaysian-Chinese, they have a keen interest in Chinese history and culture, and other aspects relating to their ancestral roots. She said she is …

China Ancient Chinese Shanxi Lin Temple

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Students inspired by Shanxi history, culture

China Daily

The flank of a Shang Dynasty bronze wine vessel called Xiaoyou, which is dubbed the ancient version of an Angry Bird and is collected at Shanxi Museum. CHINA DAILY Keen interest As most of the students are Malaysian-Chinese, they have a keen interest in Chinese history and culture, and other aspects relating to their ancestral roots. She said she is …

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Ties that bind: Kung fu, food, language learning

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