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Throw away those ipads and all the other stuff - there is something much more valuable on the way!

Why creative writing is better with a pen

Not only is longhand a much more portable way to write, it's also much more individual

...........There are far too many distractions when writing directly onto the screen. The internet being the main culprit. But if that's not all, the computer screen itself is enough to put some writers off completely.

Read the whole article! Power to the pen!…

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Added by Richard Roman on November 8, 2011 at 13:35 — 1 Comment

Your Advice on Changchun’s Develpoment 1. Program: The municipal government is launching a program of soliciting comments and suggestions from all foreigners who are now studying or working at …

Your Advice on Changchun’s Develpoment

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Added by Vinz on November 7, 2011 at 14:14 — 4 Comments

Looking for a german coordinator

If you are interested plese don't hesitate to contact Mrs Wang Zhuo.

Company: AI Automotive

Position: Coordinator

Job description: Coordination between AI Automotive and its German partners in order to ensure smoothly cooperation.

Comment: Based in Changchun, the person in charge is expected to travel to Germany regularly (nearly every three months). No working…

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Added by Vinz on November 7, 2011 at 13:58 — 3 Comments

Red wine holds key to better health for obese patients

All you need to do is drink 13 bottles of wine a day!

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/healthnews/8862386/Red-wine-holds-key-to-better-health-for-obese-patients.html

Added by Richard Roman on November 2, 2011 at 9:41 — 3 Comments

Pray...

Good films or TV shows make people think.
Men and women are two different kinds of animals.
What they want, what they think, or how they play the game.
But to the deepest of the both,
Every one wants to love and be loved back.
Some leave, and some come.
When in relationships, they want free.

When live by themselves, they are afraid of being lonely.

Oh, Nov.11

No.I am alone...

God! Could u ...?

You got me, right?

Added by Iris Cui on November 1, 2011 at 13:59 — 1 Comment

Chinese buy their favourite Bordeaux by the vineyard

With its fairytale turrets and a 15th-Century tower, Chateau Latour Laguens is surrounded by vineyards in a region steeped in European tradition.

But this chateau, south-east of Bordeaux, is also at the cutting edge of Asia's growing economic might.

The staff who tend the vineyards and make the wine are still French, but this is now a Chinese-owned domain.

It has been taken over by the Longhai group based in eastern China,…

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Added by Richard Roman on October 28, 2011 at 2:01 — 3 Comments

Hells Angels fight over who goes to Starbucks - only in California!

If you guys want a good laugh and a little American culture you have to read this article (front page yahoo today believe it or not) about two rival biker gangs in California. After you read it you must go to the comments at the bottom of the page and read what people said, it's absolutely hilarious. It's nice to see a little humor from people during these tough times. (H/T Shoghi)…

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Added by Richard Roman on October 27, 2011 at 18:29 — 2 Comments

man claims prostitute turned to donkey

Nothing to do with anything but it did make me laugh

A Zimbabwean man has told a court that he hired a prostitute who during the night transformed into a donkey, and that he is now "seriously in love" with the animal, according to state media.

"I think I am also a donkey. I do not know what happened when I left the bar, but I am seriously in love with (the) donkey," Sunday Moyo told the court, according to The Herald newspaper.

Moyo, 28,…

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Added by Richard Roman on October 26, 2011 at 22:19 — 1 Comment

Terrorists to be named, assets seized

A list of terrorists and their organizations will be published and their assets in the country will be frozen, according to a draft decision made by the State Council, paving the way for further crackdowns on terrorism.

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Added by Richard ridealgh on October 25, 2011 at 13:00 — No Comments

A Song --- Sakura

http://www.songtaste.com/song/2770941/

Preparing for my exams...…

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Added by Diana Bian on October 23, 2011 at 22:00 — No Comments

Moving - AGAIN!

About a thousand years ago, my family and I emmigrated from Italy to Canada. It was permanent for my parents at the time. I would have thought for me too. We only had the clothes on our backs

Then 4 years ago I moved from Canada to China. It was more difficult for me as I wasn't a toddler any more and far more responsible. It wasn't traumatic, but it was eventful. I brought most of my clothes, books and a few personal items

Earlier this year I departed my new…

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Added by Sal on October 23, 2011 at 8:15 — 8 Comments

Changchun warming up for 10 year anniversary of Vasaloppet China

Changchun warming up for 10 year anniversary of Vasaloppet China…

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Added by Richard Roman on October 19, 2011 at 18:55 — No Comments

Poor Boy Hit by car in GZ..

http://www.foxcrawl.com/2011/10/18/shocking-video-chinese-girl-hit-by-2-cars-sparks-outrage-across-internet/

Added by Jai Roa on October 19, 2011 at 15:54 — No Comments

New Turkish Restaurant

I have heard that a new Turkish restaurant has opened just off Xikang Hutong down towards Renmin dajie

Anyone been there?

Added by Richard Roman on October 18, 2011 at 9:29 — 12 Comments

where is the best place for a good SPA and massage?

hi friends i am new to CC and would like to find out from you guys where is the best place for a good SPA and massage ( decent or not decent) ?

do not trust the taxi driver here..they will send you to places where they can get high commision.

cheers

Added by cheese on October 18, 2011 at 8:58 — 1 Comment

Number of expatriates on the increase in China. Guess why?

More people head to China seeking out job opportunities as Western economies suffer hardship.

from CHINA DAILY

Added by Alex on October 17, 2011 at 12:15 — 9 Comments

Foreigners to be able to get pensions, etc. in China

Social security for expats

Updated: 2011-10-16 07:40

By Chen Xin (China Daily)

BEIJING - Foreign workers in China will be included in the country's social security system as a new regulation took effect on Saturday.

The Social Insurance Law passed in July allows foreign workers to enjoy retirement, medical, work injury, unemployment and maternity benefits similar to those for Chinese citizens.

According to the new ruling, all registered foreign workers… Continue

Added by Chris Knight on October 17, 2011 at 7:10 — 3 Comments

Fall in love with Changchun

All these years, I struggled just for going abroad to get a happier life.

Till yesterday, I found what I was looking for, the life just can be found in Changchun where I was born.

I spent all the afternoon play digital game with the girls I didn't know.

A group of people sang beatiful songs next to us.

The books, the music, the coffee, the cookies, and all these lovely persons made me feel so happy.

I never thought about these could be found just around…

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Added by Iris Cui on October 16, 2011 at 9:45 — 5 Comments

North Korea's 'Hotel of Doom' to open 24 years after construction

North Korea is on the rise!

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/asia/northkorea/8817467/North-Koreas-Hotel-of-Doom-to-open-24-years-after-construction.html

I am not sure that I want to stay there!

Added by Richard Roman on October 10, 2011 at 23:07 — 1 Comment

When will the first snow come - a free beer for the winner!

Ok guys and gals - here we guess on the first day of snow - the winner gets a free beer or soft drink/coffee of their choice - courtesy of yours truly (Yes, we are magnificently generous!)

My bet - 14th November

As I am the judge , jury and provider, my decision is final! God, i love the power!

Place your guesses here!

Added by Richard Roman on October 10, 2011 at 21:31 — 61 Comments