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Portuguese writer reads ode to late father on Chinese TV program, finding connection that transcends language


Portuguese writer Jose Luis Peixoto appeared on China Central Television's The Reader on Friday, reading from his book You Died on Me (Portuguese-edition: Morreste-me). Peixoto was inspired to share the ode to his beloved father with Chinese audiences after being moved by a similar story of a Chinese father and son.

Sharing 'paocai' pictures trends on Chinese social media

In reaction to anger from South Korean netizens over the ownership of pickled cabbage, Chinese netizens have begun uploading pictures of various pickled vegetable dishes from their hometowns to social media in an effort to show off China's rich pickled vegetable history.
Source: Global Times | 2020/12/2 19:21:57

Crossword

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Source: Global Times | 2020/12/2 18:13:41

Horoscope

Happy birthday: Why not take some time out to indulge your nostalgia by reconnecting with some old friends? It will take no time at all to shoot out some messages. Inspiration will come from an unlikely source. Your lucky numbers: 2, 3, 5, 10, 16.
Source: Global Times | 2020/12/2 17:28:40

'Juno' star Elliot Page comes out as transgender

The Oscar-nominated star of Juno has come out as transgender, introducing himself as Elliot Page on Tuesday in social media posts that voiced joy at sharing the news - but also fear over a possible backlash.
Source: AFP | 2020/12/2 16:23:40

Pop star Rita Ora 'embarrassed' after breaking London lockdown

British singer Rita Ora apologized on Monday for breaking coronavirus lockdown rules after holding a 30th birthday party with friends in a London restaurant.
Source: AFP | 2020/12/1 18:43:40

Futuristic thriller wins top French literary award

A futuristic thriller about the double lives of passengers aboard a flight from Paris to New York won France's top literary award, the Prix Goncourt, which was awarded by video link on Monday.
Source: AFP | 2020/12/1 18:28:40

The secret to actor George Clooney's perfect hair? The Flowbee

Pandemic hair getting out of control? Take a tip from actor George Clooney: The Hollywood style icon has revealed he trims his signature silver locks with a Flowbee - a quirky home-styling device that attaches to the head of a vacuum cleaner.
Source: AFP | 2020/12/1 18:23:40

Crossword

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Source: Global Times | 2020/12/1 17:43:41

Horoscope

Attending an art class or other related activity today will give you the opportunity to flex your creative muscles. An unexpected blast from the past will help cheer up your day. Your lucky numbers: 2, 3, 5, 11, 16.
Source: Global Times | 2020/12/1 17:38:40

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Source: Global Times | 2020/11/30 18:06:44

Horoscope

Happy birthday: The opportunity to begin something new is right around the corner. Make sure you get out and socialize tonight, or else you will miss out on this amazing chance. Love and romance will be highlighted. Your lucky numbers: 1, 2, 4, 12, 17.
Source: Global Times | 2020/11/30 18:03:41

Nepali takes grandma's socks to the world

Every winter, Lorina Sthapit and her cousins would warm their feet in woollen socks freshly knitted by their grandmother.
Source: AFP | 2020/11/30 17:58:40

Two giant pandas return from Canada, to quarantine in Chongqing

Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding extends its warm welcome to two giant pandas Er Shun, a female, and Da Mao, a male. They arrived in Chengdu, Southwest China's Sichuan Province early in the morning on Sunday.
Source: Global Times | 2020/11/30 17:23:40