Month: June 2020
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Hongkongers Defy Police Ban to Commemorate Tiananmen Massacre
Thousands of people gathered in the evening of June 4 in Hong Kong’s Victoria Park to hold a vigil for those killed during the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre in Beijing, ignoring police orders to stay at home. Candles were lit at 6:30 p.m. local time, with increasing numbers of people…
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Dandelion Stir-Fry: Physical and Meta-Physical Benefits
The dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) has been valued since ancient times for its healing properties. It is a symbol of “emotional healing” since the plant can endure harsh conditions. As such, the dandelion represents overcoming suffering by standing strong. Gardeners tend to think of the dandelion plant as just…
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The Last Emperor of China and His Valuable Possessions
The Last Emperor was, for most moviegoers, an unforgettable cinematic experience. It encompasses Puyi’s noble birth and brief reign. Born in Beijing on February 7, 1903, Puyi was declared the 12th Emperor of China at the age of three by Empress Dowager Cixi. Puyi lived a secluded life…
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South Africa’s Best-Kept Secret: A Mountain of Medicinal Plants
South Africa not only has great wildlife, but it is also home to 10 percent of the world’s flowering species. The Cape Floral Kingdom is a magnificent region situated in the province of Western Cape and it extends into parts of Eastern Cape province as well. Here, there…