Classic Chinese literature in English language and other stories

Classic Chinese literature in English language
Malaysia	Needless to say, many Chinese classics like The Water Margin, Dream of Red Chamber, Journey to the West and also Romance of The Three Kingdoms have long been translated into English and other languages. Civilizational dialogues and cultural exchanges require many untiring, meticulous and also out-of...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 20:01:00 Discovered @ jameswongwingon-online.blogspot.com
Preparing for World Issues conference at Taylor’s College
Malaysia	I've been asked to conduct a workshop or make a speech at Taylor's College on November 7th during the Canadian Pre-U World Issues conference. The organizers and lecturers are leaving the choice of topic up to me. In addition, I could also place my books and tees up for ......more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 20:01:00 Discovered @ yvonnefoong.com
Going to Tokyo!
South Korea	This weekend I'm going to Tokyo. I know two days isn't enough time, but I just got frustrated with the fact that I've been in this country for a year and three months and still couldn't take a two hour plane ride to Japan. So, we're gona do one of those crazy weekend trips where you leave at 1:30AM ...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 20:01:00 Discovered @ smileyjkl.blogspot.com
Lee’s Jack-O’-Latern
Laos	Lee wanted the biggest pumpkin that they had at the pumpkin patch, but it was too expensive and heavy to carry. And when she got home, Bo helped her carve the Jack-O’-Lantern, this photo was taken with Bo’s iPhone, she was sitting on the dining room table hard at work. [...]...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 18:01:00 Discovered @ nyenoona.wordpress.com
Go Laos Go
Laos	New 25th SEA Games song by Sam Intharaphithak, Nalin Daravong, and Kave. ...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 18:01:00 Discovered @ laovoices.com
Dr. Seuss
Vietnam	I have not read a single book by Dr. Seuss. In fact, the only time I heard of Dr. Seuss was at Vassar’s 2004 commencement Address by Samuel L. Jackson. At the end of his speech, Jackson read a passage from Oh, the Places You’ll Go! and I thought it was witty and appropriate. A [...]...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 14:01:00 Discovered @ Visualgui.com
monday round-up
Malaysia	When I read about Sanbanto on Masak-Masak’s blog, I said to myself that I must go there and try out their food. So I did with Sotong and the pork bolognese with home-made pappardelle was most delicious! Also found out that Sanbanto is one of my bootcampers, Rebecca’s family business. S...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 12:01:00 Discovered @ suanie.net
Review: Mrs Macgregor Seeded Wholemeal Loaf
Malaysia	Thanks to the pimping by FBB, at least I know it's safe to grab a loaf of Mrs Macgregor bread off the shelf without wondering if they're good or not. Ahhhh I love product reviews... at least I can purchase tanpa was-was LOL.I got this Mrs Macgregor Seeded Wholemeal Loaf (RM7) from Village Grocer. Wh...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 12:01:00 Discovered @ babeinthecitykl.blogspot.com
"Mommy, I'm being Brainwashed at School!"
China	Here in Xinjiang we have some foreign teacher friends whose son attends a local Chinese school.  A week ago we overheard one of the most hilarious conversations between this 3rd grade boy and his mother that I have to share.  It went something like this: Mom: Are you ok, Michael?  Yo...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 08:01:00 Discovered @ farwestchina.com
Update #4 with EVN
Vietnam	EVN took my power reading last month.  It is roughly back to normal, we used about 460 kWh which is about the norm for September.  EVN still cannot explain why the reading was 2.5 times higher in August.  Today an EVN employee tried to get me to pay for both months which I refused. My housemate [......more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 06:01:00 Discovered @ saigonnezumi.com
Romeo & Juliet performed in 7 Chinese cities
Malaysia	A British group is reportedly staging "a new version" of Shakespeare's classic tragedy, Romeo And Juliet in seven major cities in China now. Chinese-language translation of the masterworks of Shakespeare and many other English writers has been in existence for several decades.Chinese mastering Engli...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 04:01:00 Discovered @ jameswongwingon-online.blogspot.com
Back in Korea with mum and dad
South Korea	We arrived back at Incheon about 5 minutes before mum and dad, and successfully met up at arrivals. After a bit of lunch, we got on the coach and headed to Gwangju. The usually pleasant bus trip was somewhat ruined by a man in front of us constantly snorting and hocking up phlegm. We arrived in Gwan...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 04:01:00 Discovered @ drifterriffraff.blogspot.com
Got Lost in the Corn Maze
Laos	We finally got to visit the Foothills Corn Maze yesterday afternoon. Many rules to follow. Matthew and Lee didn’t know which way to turn, so they decided to take turns in choosing direction, I just followed. Then we had to answer the trivial questions, our first trivial question was, What U...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 02:01:00 Discovered @ nyenoona.wordpress.com
25th SEA Games Announcers revealed
Laos	Meet the 10 winners of 25th SEA Games Announcers from the national contest, held at National Culture Hall. Noi Sengsourigna was one of the chosen contestants as MC for the up and coming SEA Games to be held in Vientiane, Laos in December. ...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 02:01:00 Discovered @ laovoices.com
Attitudes and Understanding Life and the People of the Philippines
Philippines	No way can I be considered a long time resident here in the Philippines and to many I am probably considered a newbie. As of December 6th it will be my second year living here. I am always learning about the differences in cultures and understanding. As in all countries and even different locals in ...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 00:01:00 Discovered @ americanindavao.com
15th ASEAN Summit Closes
Thailand	Thailand Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva speaks during the closing ceremony of the 15th ASEAN Summit at the seaside town of Hua Hin October 25, 2009. REUTERS/Sukree Sukplang (THAILAND POLITICS) Thailand's Prime Minsister Abhisit Vejjajiva indicates to Australia's Prime Minister Kevin Rudd...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 00:01:00 Discovered @ thaiphotoblogs.com
Plain of Jars - Now & Then
Thailand	Fourteen year ago I crossed the border from Thailand into Lao for the first time and visited the Plain of Jars, then one of the remotest places on earth. Over the next few years I was to cross the Thai/Lao border a further six times, these visits finished 11 years ago. Many times I considered goi...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 00:01:00 Discovered @ thai-blogs.com/
True to my word.
Japan	Hello. Long time since I been around these parts, hmmm.I haven't been fucking around and ignoring my responsibilities as one of the bloggeratti. I have been up to things that are way more serious than talking about the merits of bolongna over sardines in a sandwich.I can safely say that this has bee...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 00:01:00 Discovered @ thenyd.blogspot.com
Speechless
Thailand	I still can’t believe good sumaritans still exist. I mean there are people who “try” to help you, like friendly locals suggesting to farangs where the best place to get cheap gems is. Or you know the guy who volunteers to get rid of the condo’s stench of cat feces by drownin...more info>>> Discovered on 26/10/2009 00:01:00 Discovered @ gnarlykitty.org