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The 9 Lives of Ray the Cat Jones
Performance and launch of the new novel by Stewart Home, published by Test Centre, and the closing of the exhibition 'The Age of Anti-Ageing'.
Event: Thursday 6 November 2014, 6pm
Chinese Whispers
A collaborative art project between Karin Janssen Project Space in London and Gallery Nasty Alice in Eindhoven, the Netherlands.
Preview: Thursday 6 November, 6-9pm
6 - 23 November 2014
Thursday to Sunday, 12-6pm
Omega Point
An audiovisual interactive installation by Marios Athanasiou that explores the theme of consciousness as a quantum mechanics phenomenon.
Event: Thursday 6 November 2014, 7-10pm
Ana Genoves
A solo exhibition that operates between the boundaries of making, faking and destruction.
Preview: Thursday 6 November, 6-8.30pm
7 November - 6 December
Wednesday to Saturday, 12-6pm
...but there's one in the window
In his first solo show, Mike Atherton brings the focus of his disparate ideas together under the title of Tommy Cooper's celebrated punch line.
Preview: Thursday 6 November, 7-10pm
7 November - 1 December 2014
Daily, 9am-5pm
Pauline Amos goes underground with her new solo show; the exhibition comments on the price and the value of a life.
Preview: Tuesday 4 November, 6-9pm
5 - 22 November 2014
Monday to Saturday, 11am-7pm
Come As Your Mum
'Role-Play: Work, Play' invites you to Sunday lunch at The Function Room, on the occasion of the exhibition 'The Age of Anti-Ageing' by Stewart Home and Chris Dorley-Brown, with exhibition intro by Stewart Home.
Event: Sunday 2 November, 2.30-5.30pm
SAF Hook Up
SAF Hook Up is a networking event that aims to build bridges and make connections between creatives from varying disciplines.
Event: Friday 31 October, 6.30-9pm
A Machine Aesthetic
Exploring the various manifestations, uses and influences of mechanisation within the practice of a diverse range of contemporary artists.
Preview: Friday 31 October, 6-9pm
1 - 23 November 2014
Friday to Sunday, 12-6pm
LUX13: How Does The Group Function?
LUX13's group show includes many new works and a comprehensive publication that expands on the central, unifying theme of, 'How Does The Group Function?'
Preview: Friday 31 October, 6-10pm
1 November - 22 November 2014
Wednesday to Saturday, 12-6pm
An exhibition of paintings by Tom Farthing, Lindsay Mapes and Max Wade.
Preview: Thursday 30 October, 6.30-9pm
30 October - 9 November 2014
Friday 31 October, 12-6pm
Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd November, 12-5pm
Wednesday 5th to Friday 7th November, 12-6pm
Saturday 8th November, 12-5pm
Sunday 9th November, 12-5pm (clo
Iron Mountains
A new not-for-profit organisation holding a one-evening exhibition to showcase eight London based emerging artists.
Event: Thursday 30 October, 7-9pm
An exhibition by Peter Hodges, a photographer and printmaker living and working in Hackney, London.
Preview: Thursday 30 October, 6-9pm
29 October - 3 November 2014
Thursday to Monday, 11am-6pm
On Between
A new installation of sculptural works by the ARKA group.
Preview: Thursday 30 October, 6-9pm
30 October - 21 December 2014
Thursday to Sunday, 12-6pm
21st Century: Suzanne Treister
Treister will talk about her most recent project, 'Post-Surveillance Art' (2014), and revisit 'HEXEN 2.0' (2009-2011).
Event: Tuesday 28 October, 7pm
Be True! Be Free! Be Who You Wanna Be!
Matthew de Kersaint Giraudeau in conversation with Eva Rowson.
Event: Tuesday 28 October, 7pm
Exhibition: 10 October - 1 November 2014
Art Licks Tour
Treat yourself to an afternoon in Peckham exploring Art Licks' favourite galleries and project spaces in the area.
Tour: Saturday 25 October, 2-4pm


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Business group fights proposed paid-sick-days mandate with a damning review of the costs. Proponents of the idea call the group's study flawed.
A study expected to be released Tuesday by the Partnership for New York City argues that the paid sick leave proposal under consideration by the City Council will increase private-sector payroll costs in the city by 0.3%,
or a total of $789 million per year, according to an advanced copy obtained by Crain's New York Business.
Employers who would have to provide benefits for the first time would experience the greatest hardship, the study argues, with small businesses and nonprofits shouldering $149 million, or nearly 20% of the annual costs.
Implementation would cost businesses 48 cents per hour per employee, the report says. The bill would require small businesses to give workers five sick days and larger ones to provide nine.
But the sick-day bill's proponents contend that the Partnership's study "uses flawed and unscientific methodology," and offer up new government data that challenge the Partnership report.
"There is a growing sentiment among employers that paid sick leave is the 'straw' that will break their will to continue to grow or even to operate here," according to the report.
The study of 708 employers found that only 12% of private sector workers in the city don't get paid sick days—a figure much smaller than the 48% who proponents of the bill say lack such a benefit.
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The Road to Recreation, Why Did Jesus Die?From series The Road to Recreation.
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Question on hat size
What do you think the hat cicumference should be for a 1 year old?
Yes, I know there are size charts but they differ quite often.
Sizes usually are listed as baby then to toddler - no size in between?
Here you go gardenway--if you are making it for a 1 year old make it 16 to 19 inches around depending on the childs head size. Some kids have bigger heads than others. You can Measure the childs head around to get a better idea of his head size
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HAT AROUND---11-12 inches-------Hat height------ 5- 5 ½ inches
Hat around------12.-13. inches-----Hat height-------5 ½ -6 inches
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oilpainter - thanks for the info.
The problem is I can't measure the child's head. She lives out of state. I guess I could make one or more circumference of the same hat and hope one of them fits! I'll see her at Christmas. (or I suppose ask the mom to measure for me).
She is wearing 9 mo. in clothes but 12 mo. suggested for/by Christmas.
Also thinking of making a scarf to go w/hat - any thoughts on 26" being a good length?
If you make your hat with lots of ribbing, that'd help..and, I always knit with wool...then I can block it to a size I want, and the baby's mother could do the same....I often, using push pins, stick a small project like this to the back of the guestroom door...pinned the size I want it....spray it with water and leave till dry...presto...the size I want!
As far as the scarf length goes, if I were you I'd do a google and find out the average height of a one year old, and from that, figure the length that would be appropriate.
To each his own sandra but I never knit with wool. I can't stand the feel of it, it's prickly to wear and shrinks if you happen to put it in the dryer.
What kind of hat are you making. If it's a toque do it in k1-p1 ribbing and it will stretch. With the toque with earlugs pattern that I offered The newborn size of 13.5 inches stretched to 20 inches, because it was done in ribbing
sandra and oilpainter - good suggestion to use ribbing. I've already made a hat, crocheted. It is beanie style. Starts out as dc (top circle) and then the balance is a textured stitch, ending with a band of 3 rows of sc. I'm pleased with how it worked up. I used "I Love This Yarn" (Hobby Lobby). However, I think I will also make another one using the next size bigger hook. If neither fits, then some charity will be getting two nice hats. I also can consider making a third hat in knitted ribbing!!


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Hi. I'm new to these plants but I have been collecting some for about three years and planting them in my rock wall. So far I haven't had any die and they seem to be flourishing! I had no idea how to go about planting them in the wall since there isn't any dirt between the stones, it's an old stone foundation from a farm building. On a whim I shook off all of the potting soil from the roots, reached down and grabbed a handful of mud, shaped it into a ball around the roots and pushed it into one of the spaces in the wall. Our soil is heavy, sort of clayish. I've repeated this with all of them and to my surprise they seem to love it. Since I had such success with this I thought I should share. If anyone has a better method or any tips to improve my method I would love to hear them. These plants are so cute! I got most of mine from someone selling them by the bucketful from a stand in their yard with a cash box. They were 2.00 a bucket but I have no idea what their true names are.
I do the same with the wedge to make the hole, add good soil, add the main plant, more soil, and then small rock, or pea gravel to hold in place until established. Works great.They spread between the rocks by sending out babies on short arms(bracts).
They also do wonders in a strawberry pot. Gotta love it when they bloom. I honestly don't think they care what soil they are in since they require very little nutrients to grow. I was stuffing a few into my wall around my mailbox one day and forgot a few that I left on an old tree stump. As I went down my driveway ther following spring I just happened to notice alot of green ontop the stump ... Imagine that ... just some old stump barely enough rot to make it soft and there you go.


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Being in the midst of a number of area colleges in central New York, we have a chance to take in some interesting entertainment. This Saturday night, "Axiom Brass" performs at Hamilton College in Clinton.
Worth a Visit: Photography Exhibits at Wellin Museum of Art at Hamilton College
Featured in my blog, "6 Free Things to Do in Clinton," the Wellin Museum of Art at Hamilton College is a great place to visit. And now there's even more incentive to go. There are two new photography exhibits at the museum-- "Refocusing the Lens: Pranlal K Patel's Photographs of Women at Work in Ahmedabad" and "In Context: The Portrait of Contemporary Photographic Practice."
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Let's face it, it can be difficult to go on vacation. Everything is so expensive. So, I decided to help you take a vacation without actually leaving. Here are six things you can do in the Village of Clinton that don't cost money.
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Fall is in the air. Leaves are falling and pumpkins are on the porch. These fall days are beautiful, especially when you get out and take a look at nature. And that's what I did. I visited Root Glen at Hamilton College and took some pictures. Today, I would like to share with you a few of those pictures as part of my photoblog series Zach's Weekly Snaps. This week's theme--Root Glen.
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Federal agencies must have the capacity to serve the public during disruptions to normal operations. This depends, in part, on continuity efforts that help agencies marshal, manage, and maintain their most important asset--their people, or human capital. GAO identified the human capital considerations relevant to federal continuity efforts; described efforts by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to address these considerations relevant to continuity of operations (COOP); and described the role Federal Executive Boards (FEB) play in coordinating such efforts outside Washington, D.C.
According to recognized experts from the private and public sectors, continuity efforts should give priority to the immediate aftermath of a crisis--securing the safety of all employees and addressing the needs of employees who perform essential operations. However, experts noted that additional human capital considerations, especially those associated with the majority of an organization's employees who would be needed to resume all other operations, are also crucial and have not been well developed by many public and private sector organizations. To more fully address human capital considerations, experts identified two human capital principles that should guide all continuity efforts--demonstrating sensitivity to individual employee needs and maximizing the contributions of all employees--and six key organizational actions designed to enhance continuity efforts. FEMA and OPM have exhibited leadership in addressing human capital considerations relevant to COOP, but opportunities to improve exist. For example, while both agencies have issued guidance that addresses securing the safety of all employees and responding to the needs of personnel performing essential operations, neither agency's guidance addresses human capital considerations related to resuming broader agency operations. Although not specifically tasked with coordinating emergency preparedness efforts, including COOP, FEBs are uniquely positioned to do so, given their general responsibility for improving coordination among federal activities in areas outside of Washington, D.C. While some FEBs already play an active role in coordinating such efforts, the current context in which FEBs operate, including the lack of a clearly defined role and varying capacities among FEBs, could lead to inconsistent levels of preparedness across the nation.
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There was no question that when Mrs. Cohen entered the room to meet the teacher she was hostile from the outset.
The PA hasn't changed anything on their end, so why did Netanyahu suddenly change his policy?
Szold was among the founders and leaders (she served on its executive committee) of Ichud ("Unity"), a political group that campaigned against the creation of an independent, sovereign Jewish state in Eretz Yisrael.
My friend is a strong and capable Jewish woman, but she acted with a passivity that seemed out of character.
Obama's "two-state" phobia shows how much he and his experts do not understand the Middle East.
Kosher for Passover? Depends who you ask.
A little bit of humor on a serious Pesach subject.
The family demanded the death penalty.
The main suspect confessed to passing on information to Syria through the Internet.
Has anyone asked Obama why Netanyahu should even think about agreeing to a Palestinian Authority country?
A U.S. Air Force F-15 warplane dropped approximately 60,000 leaflets over the Syrian city of Raqaa to discourage people from joining the Islamic State (ISIS), the Pentagon revealed Thursday. The "Military Information Support Operations," propaganda campaign was carried out last week and was the first time the United States has used the tactic in Syria. […]
Israel reportedly wants to change the names to Hebrew, which would affront Muslim sensitivities.
The non-binding vote approves funds for imposing sanctions if Iran violates a deal.
In November 2014, Islamic Relief Worldwide was classified as a terrorist organization by the United Arab Emirates.
Danny Goldstein, founder and chairman of 'Calcala' ('Finance'): "We are focused on making Israel a better place to live and a better place to invest by merging the best of Israel and America – representing Israelis, but with an eye on the American perspective."
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: "The Israeli economy grew more than most Western economies, almost 2.5 times the OECD average…In contrast to the collapsing economies around us, Israel's credit rating was upgraded last year."
Deputy FM Danny Ayalon said Israel would not be cooperating with the Council in the wake of its passage of a resolution ordering a 'fact-finding mission' into Israel's conduct in Judea and Samaria: "We have no reason to continue cooperating with a hypocritical organization which specializes in double-speak and has a mission to smear us."
Since Kadima's fracturing is inevitable, the leadership primary becomes significance in that it will determine which leader will secure the votes of those Kadima MKs whose allegiance is to the party, and not its leader.
PM Netanyahu: "Israel will do everything to help" find the killer, who had "strong murderous anti-Semitic motive"; UN Human Rights Council "should be ashamed" to host a Hamas official on the day of a terrorist attack.
Dalia Itzik, Kadima's Knesset Faction Chairwoman and the last faction member yet to announce who she will support in the upcoming primary between Livni and Shaul Mofaz, has been linked to discussions with Mofaz's campaign over the weekend.
Noted Israeli author and Israel Prize Laureate A.B. Yehoshua said that living outside Israel "is a very deep failure of the Jewish people," and lamented that immigration numbers from the United States are "minimal" and "embarrassing." He was equally acerbic regarding the large Israeli ex-patriot community.
The resolution read, "Egypt after the revolution will never be a friend of the Zionist entity, the number one enemy of Egypt and the Arab nation." It also supported Palestinian resistance "in all its kinds and forms."
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Her Turning Point: Her Divine, Glorious, Happy Divorce!
A grippingly powerful narrative that follows the life of Isabel Gomez; from her near 50-year tumble to finally her triumph! It's after her 13-year marriage to Harry Fielding disintegrates that life's most poignant turning point presents itself. Divorce becomes the final pathway to freedom, to […] Read more »
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Craig A. Steffen's compelling Memoir, "A Family Apart: Sleuthing the Mysteries of Abandonment, Adoption and DNA" is a three-part journey of discovery. In the first part of the book, the author seeks to discover the nuances of his own identity. In the second part, the […] Read more »
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When All Balls Drop: The Upside of Losing Everything
Heidi Siefkas was a happily married, globetrotting professional who seemingly had it all—until a tree limb in New York's Hudson River Valley struck her down, breaking her neck and leaving her unconscious. Suddenly, life as she knew it stopped. She lost her independence. She lost […] Read more »


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This is a complicated gloomy science fiction novel that is totally excellent
In 2027 in Istanbul, Turkey Necdet rides the jammed tram to work, but though he is not a creep he cannot stop staring at the young woman with the red highlights and silver curls. Thus he sees first hand when she touches a jewel at her throat and detonates her head. The exploding skull panics everybody.
The nanotechnological Swarmbots gizmos investigate what seems like a loner suicide bomber. Necdet knows he must elude the Swarmbots because they have ways of knowing everything; he must not reveal that he is moving into the Dervish House for fear he will destroy his brother's plan to use the home as a sanctuary for an underground Islamic group. The timing for the move is bad especially as the country celebrates its fifth decade as a member of the EU, which means terrorists will blow themselves and others up for some obscure inane cause in God's name and law enforcement will sweep anyone regardless of criminality.
This is a complicated gloomy science fiction novel that extrapolates current trends in politics, economics, religion, science, technology and social terrorism into a strong enthralling thriller. The cast is solid starting with Necdet and the Swarmbots while the story line is fast-paced and extremely dark. Readers will appreciate Ian McDonald's ominous near future as 1984 comes to full throttle in his vision of 2027.
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The Dervish House by Ian McDonald is one of those rare books where I am in agreement with critics and consider it worthy of the many rewards it received. Often times I find myself at a loss to understand why everyone was raving about these books – think of The De Vinci Code or Life of Pi or even the latest Haruki Murakami book 1Q84 which I am struggling through. But in this case I tore through it and only took so long to read because of other commitments.Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.
Set in Istanbul, not Constantinople, Turkey in 2027 The Dervish House is the epitome of speculative fiction – combining sci-fi elements with a look at the future of humanity and society in particular. All of which takes place around the building that gives the novel its name. The dervish house in question links not just people, but history, families, society and religion into a complex but realistic world where the most expressive element of McDonald's story is in fact the humanity he explores.
McDonald focuses not on one character but many, each with their own skills, trials, tribulations, drives and needs. At various times they will overlap and ultimately tie together which in some ways feels like deus ex machina and others comes across as a forced happy ending. The ride along the way is what matters though, and given that this book is meant to be a one-off, a standalone novel those transgressions are forgivable as it takes you through a rich and varied journey of Istanbul.
Like good speculative fiction and sci-fi The Dervish House deals with a question, and one could even argue a couple of questions – namely can one create a religious experience and belief. The other possible question posed, by one of the more interesting characters – the professor (his name escapes me), is about the amount of information that is needed to make a leap to a logical conclusion. Which itself is part in parcel of the debate on religion in the book, when does one have enough information.
Ian McDonald brings to Istanbul and The Dervish House a wonderfully lyrical and literary language which helps to add to those little elements that makes the novel so good, much in the way much of Turkish and Islamic architecture is about the inclusion of the mosaic. Some passages can be a bit flowery, and when he follows a bird in its flight over the "Queen of Cities" one wishes that there were photos on offer instead.
Many have complained of the difficulty in the names of the characters which was an area I did not struggle with. Anyone with any experience of the Turkic cultures knows that there are some very common names or elements that make up names and soon follows along easily. McDonald's attention to detail in that respect I felt made the story all the more immersive and true to Turkish culture.
The Dervish House is an excellent story of a culture and a city foreign to most that is accessible to anyone. And everyone should read it if they're looking for sci-fi or speculative fiction, foreign cultures, history, religion, family drama or boy detectives. It really does have something for everyone and is an excellent introduction to Ian McDonald's work.
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Cannibal Ox Stream Blade of the Ronin, First Album in 14 Years
By Zoe Camp on February 26, 2015 at 11:39 a.m. EST
Harlem duo Cannibal Ox will release their new album Blade of the Ronin on March 3 via IGC/iHipHop. It's Vast Aire and Vordul Mega's first album in fourteen years, following 2001's The Cold Vein. DOOM, U-God, Elzhi, and Artifacts guest. Listen to the full album below.
Cannibal Ox Team With DOOM for "Iron Rose"
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Harlem duo Cannibal Ox will unleash their new album Blade of the Ronin on March 3 via IGC/iHipHop. It includes a track called "Iron Rose", which features DOOM. That's it above.
Cannibal Ox Announce New Album Blade of the Ronin
By Evan Minsker on January 20, 2015 at 7:05 p.m. EST
Fourteen years following their debut album The Cold Vein, the Harlem duo Cannibal Ox are finally ready to release their long-promised new album. Blade of the Ronin is out March 3 via IGC/iHipHop. It features the tracks "Gotham (Ox City)" and "Psalm 82" (below), which were shared last year, plus tracks featuring MF DOOM, U-God, and more. Check out the tracklist below.
Listen: Three New Cannibal Ox Songs
By Evan Minsker on April 6, 2013 at 10:31 a.m. EDT
Though their Kickstarter campaign wasn't successful, the early-00s Harlem Def Jux act Cannibal Ox are back with their first new music since 2001's The Cold Vein. Their new single is "Gotham (Ox City)", and it's out April 16 via Below System. Stream all three tracks from the single below (via SPIN).
Cannibal Ox Launch Kickstarter to Fund New Album
By Carrie Battan on February 22, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. EST
The return of the early-00s Harlem Def Jux act Cannibal Ox continues. After years of inactivity they're planning their sophomore studio album, the followup to their 2001 debut The Cold Vein. And it seems they've realized how much the industry has changed in the last decade. They've started a Kickstarter campaign to fund the making of the album and the launch of a new label, Iron Galaxy Clik, as HipHopDX points out.
Cannibal Ox Planning Tour, New Album in Progress
By Jenn Pelly on November 30, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. EST
Earlier this month, the pioneering Harlem indie-rap duo Cannibal Ox unexpectedly announced a Brooklyn comeback show following years of inactivity. Now, Billboard reports that the duo is working on a new record for 2013, as well as a full tour.
Cannibal Ox Return
By Jenn Pelly on November 12, 2012 at 5:11 p.m. EST
Cannibal Ox, the pioneering NYC indie-rap duo of Vast Aire and Vordul Mega, will return after a long silent spell, as Brooklyn Vegan reports. The duo, whose only LP was 2001's El-P-produced The Cold Vein, released on Def Jux, have announced one reunion show: December 9 at Brooklyn's Knitting Factory. C-Rayz Walz, Prop Anon, Double AB, Creature, Ireelz, J.Stylez, and Original Text will support.
News in Brief: Twin Sister, Vast Aire, Distortion
By Tom Breihan on May 24, 2011 at 1:45 a.m. EDT
Photo by Shawn Brackbill
-- After releasing a pair of EPs on smaller labels, New York dream-poppers Twin Sister have signed with Domino, who will release their full-length debut later this year.
-- The clothing company Ben Sherman is auctioning off signed guitar picks with handwritten notes from various musicians, all part of the company's VIP Plectrums campaign. Broken Social Scene, Weezer, Matt and Kim, Ra Ra Riot, Depeche Mode, Duran Duran, Echo and the Bunnymen, and many others are offering up picks.
-- On May 31, Vast Aire, formerly half of the pioneering indie-rap duo Cannibal Ox, releases his new solo album Ox 2010: A Street Odyssey, via Man Bites Dog/Fat Beats. The LP includes collaborations with Raekwon, Guilty Simpson, and Cappadonna. Watch the video for his single "Nomad" here.
-- The nightlife festival Distortion takes over venues in Copenhagen June 1-5. The fest features Michael Mayer, Austra, Abe Vigoda, Superpitcher, Matias Aguayo, Iceage, Prins Thomas, Laurel Halo, Nisennenmondai, Tim Sweeney, Crookers, Highlife, Lucky Dragons, Gang Gang Dance's Brian DeGraw, a DJ set from Hot Chip, and more.
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Bee venom may kill HIV
2013-03-19 0:00
By Laura Sesana |
The Washington Times
paper published
in the current issue of
Antiviral Therapy
suggests that bee venom may be the next line of defense against HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. While research is in its preliminary stages, there may be reasons to be optimistic.
According to specialists at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, melittin, a toxin found in bee venom, can be used to destroy HIV cells while not harming surrounding cells. Differing from current HIV prevention and treatment, researchers at Washington University devised a novel way to deliver a toxin that attacks HIV cells directly, and not the virus ability to replicate.
HIV has proven difficult to combat because of its small size when compared to other cells, its ability to adapt and develop resistance to treatment, and the fact that HIV cells are covered with a double-layered membrane that forms a protective envelope around the cells which makes them difficult to eliminate. Melittin works by forming pore-like attack complexes that rupture and strip the protective envelope from HIV cells.
To deliver the toxin without harming other cells, scientists used melittin-loaded nanoparticles equipped with special bumpers that bounce off regularly sized cells. Conversely, the much smaller HIV cells fit between the bumpers and come into contact with the melittin, which goes to work destroying the HIV cells outer envelope.
This delivery system was originally developed as an artificial blood product to deliver oxygen, but was not very successful. However, since it circulates in the blood safely, Hood and his colleagues adapted it to deliver melittin instead of oxygen.
Currently, most retroviral drugs used to treat HIV target the virus ability to replicate. This research is seen as groundbreaking in that it attacks the virus structure. By attacking a physical property of HIV, according to lead researcher Dr. Joshua L. Hood, MD, PhD, it is unlikely that the virus will develop resistance because there is no way for the virus to adapt to losing its crucial protective outer layer.
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Councillors Rebecca Blake and Pattie Hill are inviting residents to the event at South Redditch Social Club on Throckmorton Road next Friday (July 11).
From 12pm until 3pm, a small exhibition of memorabilia from over the years plus refreshments will be on offer.
Everyone is invited to share their stories about the town's development and learn more about its history.
Coun Blake said: "There are so many people in this town that played a part in the new town and we want to hear their memories and celebrate both the past and future of Redditch.
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Coun Hill added: "We have some splendid raffle prizes to be won to help raise money for the summer activities that Woodrow Library run for the local young people and so please come along and support our town's 50th Birthday."
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The funeral baked meats
Did coldly furnish forth the marriage tables.
from William Shakespeare – Hamlet Act 1 Scene 2 on Genius
Hamlet continually emphasizes how soon his mother married Claudius after the death of his father King Hamlet.
The baked meats for his funeral would still be good to be served at their wedding, so soon did the wedding occur.
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flylo, holy ghost, geotic, britbrit, fannypack, royksopp. one of these songs has pokémon in the title.
Pumpkin by mareodomo
Rainy day songs.
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RIP Jack LaLanne
Well, the father of the modern fitness movement has gone to that great gym in the sky. More people coulda/shoulda listened to him. He made 96, and active and healthy all along the way.
"The only way you can hurt the body is not use it," LaLanne said. "Inactivity is the killer and, remember, it's never too late."
Will hit the gym this afternoon with joy, joy that I can still do the things I did when I was younger.
Michael,thanks for posting this. Jack has been around forever and is the first person to really push the exercising,as far as I know. I can still see my mother in front of our old black and white Kay tv doing her work outs right along with him back in the early 50s.
Here is a link that might be useful: rest in peace
I can remember my Mother, lying on her living room rug, doing exercises with him. He really was ahead of the times in healthful living.


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If you're wondering about etiquette on you China vacation; you shouldn't worry too much as by and large the Chinese don't expect people who travel in China to have all the local manners down pat. However, if you'd like your China tour to go as smoothly as possible – there are things to avoid doing, if you can help it, on your China trip:
Politely Turn Down Compliments
Humility is a big deal to the Chinese. If you tell someone on your China tour; "Hey! I thought that was the best meal I've ever eaten." They'll probably say; "No, it was just OK!" or even "No it was awful!" If someone gives you praise; the right thing to do from the Chinese perspective is to brush it off. You gain face from the praise and then you gain face from the brush off too. This is a win-win and will impress people wherever you travel in China.
First Names Don't Come First
This may be hard to get used to for a China vacation but the Chinese aren't big on the use of first names. If you were to meet a lady called Zhang Min. Her first name is Min and her surname is Zhang and the ideal form of address would be to call her Ms. Zhang (or perhaps Mrs. Zhang) and never Min. The same is true for you; it's best to give your name as Mr. Smith or Ms. Jones than it is to introduce your first name. The use of the first name is incredibly intimate and not really appropriate with strangers at all.
Always Toast Before You Drink
If you're lucky enough to enjoy an invitation to a Chinese banquet on your China trip; the drinking etiquette is simple. You don't let alcohol past your lips without offering a toast or responding to a toast. Yes, this can mean a lot of toasts in one night. Watch out for the words; "gan bei" at the end of the toast. That means "finish glass" and you're expected to down the whole glass in one. For this reason you might want to be careful about accepting too many of these invitations if you want to remember your China vacation properly.
No, Thank You May Not Mean No, Thank You
The Chinese modesty means that it's expected that you will refuse an offer of a gift or a drink (or whatever) the first time it's made. That doesn't mean that they really mean it. You should offer a few times before accepting the words "No, thank you" at face value.
Always Fight to Pay the Bill
As you'll quickly discover on your China tour; there's a strict etiquette over who pays at a communal dinner. However, you are still expected to make a show of trying to pay – even if you're not the one who will end up paying. The "winner" is usually the oldest person at the table or the person who invited everyone to dinner.
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After a relaxing Yangtze River Cruise on your China vacation your China tour will be stopping in the city of Chengdu in Sichuan. Chengdu is a beautiful city with plenty of interesting things and we've found 5 of them to make your China trip even more wonderful. Here's what you need to now before you travel to China:
Floraland (Theme Park)
This isn't Disney World and don't expect to be blown away by the technical complexity of the rides. However, it is a charming way to spend a day trip in China and if you have a young family it will make for a pleasant change from the cultural side of your China vacation for the little ones. There are themed lands (mainly based on Europe but also, strangely, one based on Japan) and there's plenty of fun to be had. We like Floraland for the huge Ferris wheel in the center of the park which lets you get a birds' eye view of the whole of Chengdu.
Chunxi Road
If you want to do some serious clothes shopping on your travels in China there's no better place than Chunxi Road in Chengdu. This area is full of serious fashion and there are malls and markets galore in the vicinity. It's also a good place to try Sichuan cookery on your China tour because of the huge proliferation of street stands selling local delicacies.
The Wide (and Narrow Alleys)
In Qingyang district you'll find Chengdu's answer to Beijing's Hutongs. If you like to do a bit of walking and would like to see more of classic China during your trip – then head over to Jinje road and explore these interesting alleyways that were constructed in the Qing and Ming eras. There's been some modernization here but rather less than in most Hutongs and of course, there are far fewer tourists thronging the streets here which makes it much easier to navigate.
Xiaotong Alley
The first alley in Chengdu is one of the quietest parts of the city. You can travel this laneway on foot with plenty of space. At first glance, it's a bit on the plain side but as you explore you'll be charmed by the boutique stores and local handicrafts on offer. The restaurants and cafes are a little more upmarket than in some parts of the city and you can enjoy a tour of the local cuisine in a very authentic part of China here.
This part of the city is the one closest to the Buddhist heritage of the area. You can enjoy a stroll among temples and incredible architecture. Make sure you visit Wenshu Monastery "the monastery of love"; literally, it's where Chinese courting couples go to pray for their relationships to blossom into something more. Then enjoy a wander round the "folk art street" where you can buy local arts or handicrafts and enjoy the atmosphere of a relaxed Chinese street. There are some great tea shops nearby too.
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If you're planning a China tour and you're wondering if you will be able to manage your food allergies on your China vacation; then the answer is that it can be done. It's important to plan for this before your China trip. So before you travel to China; why not spend a few minutes with our guide to handling food allergies when you arrive?
Understand the Chinese Food Culture
It's really helpful to familiarize yourself with the food you might encounter on your China tour; this will give you a clearer understanding of what it contains and what you might need to avoid or ask to be changed. There is an app on the Google and Apple stores which breaks down all the main dishes you will encounter on your China vacation into their constituent elements and flags them for the content against particular dietary requirements. This can save a lot of reading Chinese cookery books.
Mastering the Language of Chinese Food
Sometimes though, you're going to find that you need to communicate with the host in a restaurant or café to find out what the meal really does contain on your China trip. This isn't as bad as it sounds. You do not need to learn any Mandarin whatsoever to avoid the ingredients you don't want to eat. Before you travel to China; invest in a Chinese dictionary or phrasebook – ideally one you can load onto your smartphone. Then whenever you need to know what is in something; just type the phrase (simply) into the dictionary. Then you can show it to the host and get their response typed back. It may take a little more time to get your meal right this way but it's going to be worth it in the long run.
Seek Help from Expats
If that doesn't work there are tons of online forums for expats in China. Not everyone's on vacation in the country and many of these forums will give you a speedy response to an immediate query. Many expats have been on long tours of China and they speak the language. If they can't help – they may also be able to point you in the direction of someone who can.
Things to Watch Out For
It's worth noting that Chinese cuisine is generally much less fussy than Western cuisine. Food allergies are pretty much an alien concept in a country which is famed for; "We eat everything with four legs unless it's a table…" and so on.
MSG is a staple ingredient of many dishes in China and it can be very difficult to get the right textures in the food without it. If you need it removed, the end result may not be what you expected.
Peanut oil is the base for a lot of cooking and is particularly popular for chilli infused oils. So make certain to ask about the oil and not just the ingredients.
Shrimp paste is also added to a lot of non-seafood dishes. So again ask to be sure if you're allergic to seafood.
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For some a China vacation is about the food. Others book their China tour because of the history and culture. Yet there are those who travel to China to indulge in their love of music and in that case a trip to China's capital, Beijing, is mandatory.
Not only can you connect with China's modern rock, pop, metal, country and folk scenes easily in Beijing but you can also make a trip to see one of China's most incredible operas or travel to the ballet and enjoy music and dance in harmony. There are literally dozens of live music venues across the city and while you may not always be able to sing along; you will always be welcome at live performances on your China vacation.
However, some people don't just want to interact with music in China they want to take some home when their tour's over. So with that in mind here are the 3 best record shops in Beijing:
Fruity Shop (Dongcheng District)
The name may seem a little odd but it's been appropriated from an ambient music label in China and this funny little store is truly authentic. The shop has a reasonable amount of space inside and you'll find pretty much anything and everything from China's musical heritage as well as a fair amount of classic imports.
You probably want to ask to listen to something before you part with your cash as there's a fair amount of utter rubbish lurking on the shelves but there are plenty of gems to offset this. This is China and the majority of products are cassette tapes and vinyl with a few CDs to appeal to the more modern consumer. Prices range from the reasonable to the incredible and it's always worth working out what the dollar price is before parting with your cash too.
Li-Pi (798 Art District, Chaoyang District)
As the name suggests this store is all about the vinyl so don't make a trip to Li-Pi expecting to stock up on CDs as they don't sell them. You can try before you buy here and they have some wonderful classic vinyl decks for sale as well as records. The selection is perhaps, the most eclectic of any record shop we've ever visited. Expect to come back from your vacation laden down with not just Chinese classics but also international ones.
Indie Music (Xicheng District)
It can be hard to spot Indie Music from the street as it has a somewhat discrete front so go slow and take your time if you do decide to visit. As you might expect this store is all about Indie Music and in particular, Chinese and Mongolian numbers. There is a small amount of international mainstream stuff but to be fair – it's neither good value nor extensive enough to be interesting. It's better to explore local tastes here and build up your appreciation for some of China's lesser-known but highly-talented stars of the future.
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Planning a China vacation? Don't know which destinations to include on your China tour? Before you book your China trip; why not check out some of these wonderful museums and see how many you can include in your China travel experience? China has a host of cultural treats and its museums are no exception to this rule.
The Palace Museum (The Forbidden City, Beijing)
It would be hard not to visit the Forbidden City on a China tour; it's perhaps the most well-known relic of China's imperial past. It's been the subject of movies, documentaries and more. The Palace Museum is, perhaps, the most spectacular museum in the country in that it contains more than a million pieces of China's ancient art works. There's simply nowhere better to visit on your trip to get in touch with the history of this magnificent nation.
Hong Kong Museum of History
Southern China's most popular vacation destination also has one of China's finest museums too. This playful and entertaining series of exhibits explore life from Netolithic times up to the present day. They've even rebuilt many of Hong Kong's classic buildings piece-by-piece from the original materials to preserve them in this era of modernization. The Hong Kong Museum of History also incorporates much of China's ethnic and maritime history too.
Shanxi Lishi Bowuguan (Xi'an)
Aside from the chance to see the Terracotta Warriors (one of China's best loved ancient wonders) a trip to Xi'an also lets you explore the culture of the Silk Road Trading routes. The museum is widely regarded as one of the most professional in the country and it's much easier to find English language introductions to the exhibits here than almost anywhere else in the nation. Aside from its Central Asian links the museum also houses one of the largest collections of ancient art and treasure in China.
Tianjin Museum (Tianjin)
If your China tour will stop in Beijing then you could always travel a little by yourself and visit the Tianjin Museum. This local treasure covers an area of more than 50,000 square meters and is home to over 200,000 collections of classic Chinese crafts including bronze ware, ceramics, jade, calligraphy and more. It is one of the most complete sets of work in the country and the building (which is built in the shape of a swan) is also incredibly intriguing in its own right.
Sanxing Dui Bowuguan (Chengdu)
You may need a little help to find this relatively unknown jewel in Sichuan's crown but once you've seen the Giant Pandas in Chengdu this is a wonderful way to spend a little of your time in the city. It contains the remnants of sacrificial pits from China's dim and distant past. It's not too gory and is very much suitable for kids. Take a walk through one of the most significant archaeological finds in China of the 20th century. The grounds are also worth exploring as they are very pleasantly presented.
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If you would like to know a little China trivia before your China trip; we've got a treat for you. Here are some incredible facts about China that you might never discover during your vacation. A China tour is a fun packed and educational experience but your travel experiences can only scratch the surface when it comes to knowing all there is to know about China.
- There's no shortage of pork during your China vacation. In fact the Chinese consume nearly 2 million pigs a day! That makes China the most pork friendly nation in the world.
- The word ketchup has made the trip from China to the United States. However, something was lost in translation as the original Chinese word means... "fish sauce".
- Be thankful that your tour isn't taking place back in the Tang Dynasty era. In those days it was common for people in China to greet each other and to say goodbye… in poetic verse. You couldn't even use a formula for this; you had to make a new one up on the spot each time you encountered someone.
- If you wonder why Chinese soldiers that you encounter on your travels always have their heads held up; it's because during training a pin is inserted in the lapel and it jabs into the chin when the head is dropped. It's a lesson that clearly stays learned.
- At a McDonald's drive thru in China; it's very common to see people collect their food at the drive thru window and then park their cars and go inside the restaurant to eat. Take away food isn't uncommon in China but it is unusual enough that people aren't entirely certain of the etiquette involved.
- While China is a secular nation it's not devoid of faiths and there are almost 60 million Christians in China. That's the equivalent of all the people in the United Kingdom!
- In rural China it's not uncommon to see a police officer leading a goose on a leash. Why? Because they are used in place of police dogs. The Chinese claim that they are more aggressive than dogs and can see better!
- 30 million people in China live in caves! They are called the Yao-Dong. Many of these caves are equipped to the standard of a modern home.
- One thing we hope you don't see on your tour is a repeat of the longest traffic jam ever recorded. It was in Shanghai, it was over 60 miles long and the last car left the queue – 12 days after it arrived in it!
- You will be using chopsticks at some point during your trip and you'll be in good company too. China goes through nearly 50 billion chopsticks a year! There is a drive to switch people from disposable chopsticks to plastic ones as this creates an incredible amount of waste.
- By the year 2025, China will construct at least 10 more cities the size of New York! Urbanization is rapid and on an incredible scale.
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One of the greatest pleasures on a China vacation is getting a massage. It's such incredibly good value and so relaxing that many people indulge in a massage wherever they stop on their China tour. If you're taking a Yangtze River Cruise than you will travel to Chengdu in Sichuan; there you will see China's most famous animal the Giant Panda. Once you've made your trip to see the bears you might want to relax in one of China's better massage shops. These are some of your options in Chengdu:
Massage Shacks (Baiyun Street)
If you want to do something nice for a local on your China trip and spoil yourself into the bargain then you could do worse than travel to Baiyun Street for a massage. There you will find Master Zhang's massage shop. Officially it's a "blind massage" in that the vast majority (but not all) of the workers are visually impaired to a great extent.
The good news is that massage in these places is incredibly cheap and they do say that blind masseurs are better attuned to their customer's physical condition and can provide a better massage. If you do use these places be aware that the environment can be best described as basic but that doesn't mean you should visit them on your China vacation – the joys of being in China are to open yourself to new experiences.
Go Up Market
If you'd prefer to go somewhere a little more intimate after a day's tour of Chengdu; then you might want to go where the China's business community goes. Of course, it comes at a price but you get a much nicer environment for it. In general these massage places will provide a very comfortable environment – with beds, baths, etc. and even some drinks and food thrown in. Make sure you negotiate the prices in advance though. One of the better places in town is Yushou Guoyi which is in Jinniu District.
The Full Spa Experience
If you're treating yourself on your China vacation then why not continue in luxury and go for the full day spa service? These tend to be incredibly cheap when compared to the prices you'd pay in America though they are more expensive than the two previous options discussed above.
You will normally find that a spa in Chengdu provides not just massage but normally a full range of saunas, plunge pools and other recreational facilities. These spas are tremendously popular in China and are often used instead of hotels by locals on short-term travel.
There's a nice Spa at the Herijun Hotsprings Hotel in the Wuhou District.
All Natural
There are hot springs in Chengdu and if you'd like to do something that's a little more connected with nature in China then this may be the massage option for you. They claim there are nearly 20 minerals in the spring water that are beneficial for your health. Try the Huashuiwan Hot Springs in Dayi County for a great hot springs experience.
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If you're lucky there'll be some point during your China vacation when you're invited to someone's home in China. This could be the highlight of your trip and who doesn't want to travel to China and spend at least some time hanging out with the locals? However, you do need to ensure that you follow some basic ground rules or you may be causing upset on your China tour without realizing it.
The Host's Responsibility
Normally when we invite somebody to our homes; we expect them to follow our rules and fit in with the way we run our house. If you make a trip to someone's home in China quite the reverse is true. The host is expected to give the guest enormous amounts of latitude in China. So if, for example, someone asks to smoke when they travel to another home – it would be incredibly rude for the host to deny them the privilege.
Lucky Gifts
Now, there's something everyone should know on their China vacation and that is that the number 4 is deeply unlucky in Chinese. Because Mandarin is a tonal language, a small change in tone from 4 gives you the Chinese word for death. It's like our number 13 and best avoided everywhere on your China tour.
However, apart from the number 4 – it's always a good idea to take your host a gift and it should ideally be in an even number format (8 is particularly good as it's the Chinese lucky number).
Busy, Busy, Busy
To be a good host in China means keeping your guests busy. If you don't strictly limit a trip to someone's home to dinner… expect the whole family to try and keep you entertained throughout the time you spend there. You can also expect regular top ups of tea (or whatever else you are drinking) and for people to fuss over you. This is playing a good host and shouldn't be seen as making demands on the people you are with.
Polite Refusal
It is considered polite in China to say; "No, thank you." The first time something is offered to you. So you really want to refuse anything that's offered the first time for the sake of your host's feelings. Don't worry they won't take you at face value; it will be offered again almost immediately and then it is perfectly OK to say; "Yes, please!"
Some Chinese people take this to extremes and if you're offering something to a Chinese person you might want to offer it two or three times before you accept a refusal.
Parting Company
This may be the most awkward moment of your vacation; in China it's not considered seemly to dispose of your guests on your front door step and return to what you're doing. You're expected to see the guest to their transport or indeed, all the way home at the end of the night. Don't worry – this is part of the Chinese culture of generosity even if it can feel a touch awkward.
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A trip to Beijing, China's capital, is always an exciting one. Your China tour will take you to many of the most famous places in the nation but if you'd like to make your China vacation even more exciting; why not try one or two of the things on our list below? China travel always offers the opportunity to explore just a little more if you want to.
Take a Bicycle Ride
The most famous images of Beijing are those before the opening up of China where millions would travel to work each day on a bicycle. Those days are gone but the Old City of Beijing is often best appreciated on a bike trip. You can rent a bicycle cheaply near the East Gate of Jingshan Park and then take a tour of backstreet China and create your own unique China experience. You might want to wear a face mask in summer though to reduce the effects of the city's pollution.
Take a Walk on the Wild Side of the Great Wall
You need to travel out of Beijing to get the best from the Great Wall; the best known parts of the wall are covered on your China tour itinerary but if you want to get a feel for the Wall as it once was – you need to shake off your fellow tourists and head out to somewhere a little more remote. The section at Jiankou is about 3 hours away and is often deserted. It's a great way to experience what it must have felt like as a sentry awaiting the Mongol hordes to descend upon the country.
Have a Massage
Massage in China is an awesome experience; it's cheap, clean and high quality with very little of the seediness that you may associate with places like Thailand. You can always find a place near your hotel in China and after a long day's walking on vacation – it's the perfect way to relax. You will normally find that they provide sauna, shower, plunge pools, etc. in addition to the massage and many people can turn a "quick massage" into a long soothing evening instead.
Get Romantic
This may not be the best idea if you have children in tow but the Houhai Lake offers the perfect romantic dinner destination. You get in a gondola and have food and drinks served to you whilst you are serenaded by Chinese musicians. It's pretty good value too – the boat and the meal won't set you back much more than 600-800 RMB for the night!
Go to the Theatre
While there are many theatres to choose from in Beijing, perhaps the easiest to enjoy is the Acrobatic Theater at Dongsanhuan Bei Lu. This is where you'll find some of China's best acrobatic talent displaying what they have to offer. Performance can be a touch pricey (up to 880 RMB for a ticket) but it's very much value for money and you won't forget your visit for a long time afterwards.
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No trip to China is complete without a tour of Shanghai, China's and the world's biggest city. For many folks on China vacation a chance to set foot on the Bund is the most important part of their China travel experience. Others, want to explore modern culture in China and one of the best ways to do this is to get out and visit some of Shanghai's art galleries. The creative arts are going through a boom period in China and Shanghai is one of the best places to experience the dawn of a Chinese renaissance period.
Rockbund Art Museum (Huqiu Lu)
The Rockbund Art Museum has had a few teething problems and in its fairly short lifetime; it's probably been shut as much as it has been open. However, when it is open it's home to permanent collection from two of China's biggest names in modern art. It has a fantastic commitment to art education and they organize full tours (in English as well as Mandarin) as well as lectures, screenings of local art and live art performances too. If you love your art; this is one must-see destination on your China vacation.
Minsheng Art Museum (Huahai Xi Lu)
Minsheng has been open for a scant couple of years but has become a serious heavyweight in China's art scene in that time. It is perhaps the best loved museum by Shanghai's local artists and it attracts art making the trip to the big time as well as art that has already arrived. It's easy to travel to because it's in the heart of the French Concession and its exhibitions are the talk of the city.
M50 (Moganshan Lu)
The oldest, biggest and brightest arts hub in Shanghai is M50. It was built in an old factory complex and it really is huge. There are more than two dozen galleries within its walls. If you enjoy graffiti – you have to take a tour of M50; it's home to Shanghai's only legal graffiti space. China has many wonderful art districts but you can't find anywhere even as close to as original and exciting as M50 in the rest of China. If you only visit one contemporary art venue in Shanghai on your vacation – it should be M50.
Museum of Contemporary Art – MOCA – (People's Park)
If you have a family that might not enjoy the stuffy environment of the contemporary art scene then you might want to consider MOCA as an alternative. It's unashamedly in touch with pop culture (and has run exhibits from Pixar among other commercial ventures) and there's a sense of fun pervasive in all it touches upon. This is China's best art museum for kids and there are regular classes where they can drop in and develop their own artistic talents. If you're looking for a break from the norm and you have children in tow this is a great way to spend a few hours; participating in as well as consuming Chinese culture.
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Thinking about heading to China on vacation? Want to know a little more about China before you travel? We've found that a China tour can be even better if you take some time to understand the country before your trip. So here's a very quick guide to Chinese culture:
Religion in China
Contrary to common belief; religion is practiced legally in China. However, before you start sharing your religious views on your vacation – it's important to recognize that there are only 5 legal religions in China. These are Buddhism, Daoism, Islam, Protestantism and Catholicism. That doesn't mean that other religions are likely to be kept permanently out of China. As you may discover on your tour – China has been relaxing its attitude towards religions over the last couple of decades and it seems likely that in the long run there will be greater religious freedom. The largest religion in China is a combination of Daoism and Confucianism (Confucianism is more of a philosophy than a religion). There are growing numbers of Christians and Muslims but it will take a while before they catch up to the Daoists.
Languages in China
It might surprise you to learn that Mandarin (or Putonghua) is not the only language spoken in China. There are many ethnic minority languages that you may encounter on your travels too. Even the main language is not a single language; there are seven different major dialects of Putonghua spoken in China and you may hear any of them on your trip.
Those dialects are Mandarin, Wu, Cantonese, Xiang, Min, Hakka and Gan. These are in order of speakers so more than 70% speak Mandarin but it's worth noting that Wu is a more widely spoken than Cantonese even if it's not a dialect we're particularly familiar with.
Food in China
There are 8 schools of cookery in China and you should get to sample them all on your vacation. Fortunately, whilst there is definitely a "local" side to Chinese dishes which makes them better in their places of origin – the introduction of a modern economy has made it easier to transport and source the right ingredients all over the nation. It doesn't matter where you travel in China there's always a restaurant catering to each school of cookery. That means you'll never be bored of the food on your tour.
The Arts in China
China has a history of nearly 4,000 years (though the China all those years back was very different in terms of land area, etc. from today). In that time it has developed a complex and engaging arts culture. The paintings and sculptures of Buddhist influence are of particular interest but there are plenty from other schools of thought too. Music in China offers a huge range of novel instruments rarely encountered in the West like the Guqin, for example, which is closely related to the Zither.
Then there are the martial art – Gong Fu (Kung Fu) in the North and Wu Shu (also Kung Fu) in the South which have inspired a generation of movies.
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A China vacation is a once in a lifetime chance to enjoy the culture of the world's largest nation. Travel in China offers a myriad opportunities to see, do and try new things. Your China tour will take you the length and the breadth of the country in search of spectacular experiences. One of those experiences is the legendary Chinese food culture and wherever you go, you should be able to try some of the most popular menu items during your China trip.
Sweet and Sour Pork
This one should be reasonably familiar even before you travel to China. It's perhaps the best known Chinese food there is and it is very popular in China (unlike most dishes you encounter outside of China which have been adapted for local tastes). It tends to be a very bright orange colour and is a mix of battered meat, and vegetables.
Gong Bao Chicken
This isn't the same as the one you're used to in America, it's a much simpler dish and very much worth trying while on vacation. It's diced chicken with peanuts and chili. A fiery Sichuan dish which is loved everywhere in the country. It's the perfect food to share as part of a bigger Chinese banquet.
Ma Po Tofu
What trip to China would be complete without trying tofu? It's a milky creamy curd with not much flavour in its own right. So that Ma Po Tofu recipe comes to the rescue with a fiery peppery sauce which is made from a combination for a lot of different peppers. It's a fine tasting dish and not too spicy.
Wontons are a particular favourite; they're everywhere you go on a China tour and while the format a rice style case with filling is always similar – the contents will vary based on local tastes and produce. In Hong Kong, you can visit restaurants where you choose from a dozen or more kinds of wonton. They're cheap, tasty and quite wonderful.
Dumplings are one of our favourite meals in China. They're usually boiled but sometimes fried and are rice paper dumplings stuffed with either meat, fish and/or vegetables. They're a big deal in parts of the country at Chinese New Year but you'll find that they're served all year round on your trip.
Peking Roast Duck
If you try no other Chinese meal on your China vacation; make sure that you try the Peking/Beijing Roast Duck. This is a culinary masterpiece and it's very similar to the version you eat at home. The main difference is that the skin is removed from the bird and cut into squares for eating first and the sauce tends to be a sweet bean sauce as opposed to hoi sin (which is actually Vietnamese) when it comes to rolling the duck and vegetables into the pancakes.
Spring Rolls
Most people will be familiar with spring rolls too; they're rice paper filled with vegetables and/or meat and then gently shallow fried. They're always popular.
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Shanghai is one of the best vacation destinations in China. It's the world's largest city and for many the best reason to travel to China in the first place. When your China tour reaches Shanghai there'll be plenty of choices as to what to do; we'd recommend that you include as many of these 5 things on your China trip as possible:
Huangpu Night Cruise
The Huangpu River is not as famous as the Yangtze but whether or not you can fit a Yangtze River Cruise into your China vacation; the Huangpu is a great place to take a night cruise. When the sun dips below the horizon the bright lights of Shanghai bring the city to life and there's no better place to see it from than the river. You can check out the colonial heritage on The Bund, and the spanking brand new skyscrapers on the other bank whilst enjoying some tasty local food and drink. It's a relaxing way to end a day on your China tour without wasting a moment of the time you have in China.
Shanghai Circus World
If your family are with you on your China trip then you really should travel to Shanghai Circus World at some point during your stay in Shanghai. This incredible complex covers over 20,000 square meters of ground and offers the most modern circus style performance in China. Think Cirque de Soleil but Chinese-style and you won't be far off the mark. The acrobatic performances are second to none.
Yuyuan Garden
When you need a little peace on your China vacation; you'll want to go the Yuyuan Garden it was built back during the Ming Dynasty era and was considered to be the most beautiful garden in China. It is divided into several themed sections each of which offers a unique insight into Chinese garden design and development. It's even worth seeing if you've included Suzhou on your China tour itinerary.
Pudong Riverside Promenade
If you like the Bund then you'll love the Pudong Promenade; it offers a very pleasant walk through the modern heart of Shanghai with rather fewer crowds than the Bund itself. It's pleasantly decorated with fresh lawns and flower beds and there are plenty of places to grab a cool drink or do some shopping. There are quite a few Western brands dotted around the ends of the promenade so you can also catch up on anything you're missing from back home too.
Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
It's easy to forget that Shanghai's not far from the sea and the aquarium shows off not just the best of China's marine life but also its river life. If that wasn't enough there are exhibits focused on the major rivers of the world and you can find aquatic creatures and plants from South America, Africa, Australia and even the Antartic too. This is one of the best maintained and built aquariums in Asia and makes a pleasant change from the depressing exhibits often found elsewhere on the continent.
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Boone County Gang Task Force Working With The Public To Battle Drug Issues And Gang Violence (Boone County, IL): Boone County law enforcement is dealing with several incidents of gang violence and illegal drug usage. "Everywhere is affected by gangs. I don't think that it is solely an urban issue anymore. There are certainly rural characteristics of gang activity," says Boone County States Attorney Michelle Courier.
Source: WTVO 17 News Date: March 23, 2015
Judge: Girlfriend of Barrio Azteca member can testify against him (El Paso, TX): The trial of one of three Barrio Azteca gang members charged with the 2012 slayings of an Azteca gang lieutenant and another man in Socorro has been delayed until September.
Source: El Paso Times Date: March 23, 2015
Police: At Least 3 of 4 Weekend Shootings Gang Related (Chattanooga, TN): Chattanooga police said Monday at least three of the shootings over the weekend are connected and related to gang member retaliation. "I was just in the house, and I came out and thought it was firecrackers," said Joe McClendon, a neighbor who lives just a block away from where bullets flew Saturday along 700 North Orchard Knob Avenue.
Source: WTVC NewsChannel 9 Date: March 23, 2015
Gang leader admits providing gun used in N. Buffalo holdups (Buffalo, NY): Antoine "Deuce" Sanders, self-proclaimed leader of the Rollin' 60s Crypts, ordered teenagers to commit crimes in North Buffalo as part of a gang initiation, prosecutors say.
Source: The Buffalo News Date: March 23, 2015
Bloods gang member and one associate arrested in Trenton (Trenton, NJ): An alleged member of the Sex, Money, Murder set of the Bloods street gang and one of his associates were arrested over the weekend.
Source: The Trentonian Date: March 23, 2015
Violent crime is down in Belvidere, but gangs are not gone, officials warn (Belvidere, IL): Statistics suggest that violent crime has fallen since 2008, but city and county officials warned community members Monday that Belvidere's problem with gangs is not gone, and it might never be.
Source: Rockford Register Star Date: March 23, 2015
Members of Violent Street Crew Convicted of Armed Robbery in Jewelry Heist (Joliet, IL): A Joliet man and his pal were both found guilty of robbing the owners of a jewelry booth at gunpoint after a five-day jury trial in Cook County for an August 2014 west suburban jewelry heist.
Source: Oak Park-River Forest Patch Date: March 23, 2015
Valley gang sweep nets 10 arrests in wake of Van Nuys slaying (Van Nuys, CA): A large multi-agency law enforcement task force fanned out across Van Nuys late last week looking for suspects in the killing of a 21-year-old man, authorities said Monday.
Source: Los Angeles Daily News Date: March 23, 2015
Corrections System Sees Record Violence and Gang Activity (Albany, NY) : A new ad by the New York State Correctional Officers & Police Benevolent Association (NYSCOPBA) may soon come across your car radio, now that NYSCOPBA has launched an ad campaign focused on the record figures for violence and gang activity in New York State's jails and prisons, and the corrections system's need for public support.
Source: Genesee Sun Date: March 23, 2015
More Springfield Neighborhoods To See Innovative Anti-Crime Initiative (Springfield, MA): Authorities in Springfield, Massachusetts are set to expand an innovative community policing program that has garnered national attention. The anti-crime initiative called C-3 Policing will be brought to three city neighborhoods nearly six years after it was introduced in Springfield's North End where it is credited with dramatically reducing gang related crime and violence.
Source: WAMC Northeast Public Radio Date: March 23, 2015
Violent crimes draw focus to gang activity (Springdale, AR): A fatal shooting of a teenage boy March 13 and a retribution-style, drive-by shooting that night in Springdale are drawing attention to youth street gangs in Northwest Arkansas, police and others said.
Source: Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Date: March 22, 2015
Man gets life in three 2009 killings (Newport News, VA): A 25-year-old Newport News man was sentenced Wednesday to two life terms plus 20 years for his role in the gang-related killings of three people, the culmination of a major law enforcement effort to crack down on the violent gang.
Source: Daily Press Date: March 22, 2015
Police arrest two local gang members in cemetery after shots fired; vehicle pursuit (Springfield, MA): Two local gang members were arrested by Springfield police overnight when officers heard several gun shots fired and witnessed vehicles speeding past them on State Street.
Source: WSHM CBS 3 Springfield Date: March 21, 2015
Youth Organizations Hope to Curb Springdale Gang Violence (Springdale, AR): The city of Springdale is noticing a rise in gang violence coming to a head after a series of shootings last week. That's why the city is reaching out to youth organizations, asking them to help get kids off the streets and plugged into the community.
Source: ArkansasMatters.com Date: March 20, 2015
1 jailed in second Avenal gang sweep (Avenal, CA): Authorities continued in their efforts to find leads in the recent gang-related shooting death of an Avenal teen by conducting additional probation searches within the city.
Source: Hanford Sentinel Date: March 20, 2015
Camden's Reputed Bloods Gang Leader Gets 12 Years in Prison (Camden, NJ): The reputed leader of the Camden set of the Bloods street gang has been sentenced to more than 12 years in prison for dealing heroin. Authorities say 40-year-old Tyrone Tyson Sr. pleaded guilty in October on drug charges and was sentenced in federal court Friday.
Source: NBC Philadelphia Date: March 20, 2015
Gang Members Who Fled, Fired on San Bruno Cops Acquitted of Most Serious Charges (San Bruno, CA): A Norteno gang member who exchanged gunfire with San Bruno police while fleeing from a traffic stop in 2012 was convicted Wednesday of assaulting an officer, but he and two co-defendants were acquitted of prosecutors' charges that they were on their way to commit a murder when they fled, according to the San Mateo County District Attorney's Office.
Source: SanBrunoPatch Date: March 20, 2015
Indy man shares story to keep youth out of gangs (Indianapolis, IN): An Indianapolis man is turning his personal struggles and disability into a lesson for thousands of young teens in the Circle City.
Source: WRTV 6 News Date: March 20, 2015
Dozens attend Wausau forum on protecting kids from gang violence (Wausau, WI): About 70 people attended a forum in Wausau Thursday night on keeping kids safe in the wake of a gang related stabbing death three weeks ago.
Source: WTAQ News Date: March 20, 2015
Gangs relatively quiet in Mattawa, Royal City (Mattawa, WA): The news about gang activity in Royal City and Mattawa nowadays is relatively good news. Even Sunnyside, a neighbor in Yakima County, is reporting good news. Taking a tough stance has worked in all three communities, according to law enforcement and school leaders. They took measures that made life uncomfortable for gang members.
Source: Columbia Basin Herald Date: March 20, 2015
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