As the summer heat settles in, nothing beats a cooling and satisfying dish to soothe our palates. If anything hot and greasy cannot whet your appetite, try Spicy Cold Skin Noodle from Shaanxi. Also known as Liangpi, it is flat, wide, chewy, …
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By Suri Zheng What is desertification? It is “the process by which fertile land becomes desert, typically due to drought, deforestation, or inappropriate agriculture.” Or to put it in similar words, the process by which vegetation in grasslands eventually disappears. This term …
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By Winford Chang Avocados have been increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. These creamy, green fruits are not only tasty but also high in nutrients. Avocados, whether mashed on toast, sliced in salads, or blended into smoothies, have several …
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Prepare your taste buds for a gastronomic expedition to the enchanting region of Shaanxi, widely known as the “Heaven of Noodles” in China. There, one dish reigns supreme—the Biang Biang Noodle. These hand-pulled wonders are renowned not only for their incredible size …
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By Kevin Gong Social networks have become a big part of our daily lives. Maybe even you spend a few hours a day scrolling. Alternatively, you might know someone whose finger is scrolling through the news in the online space even when …
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On Friday, July 14, New York architect Rex Heuermann was charged with murder following evidence of a connection to the killings of three women in 2010. The bodies of the women, Melissa Barthelemy, Megan Waterman, and Amber Costello, were found over a …
Read More »The Potential Dangers of Excessive Parental Involvement in Children’s Sports
Participation in sports can offer numerous benefits for children, including physical fitness, skill development, teamwork, and character-building. However, an excess of parental involvement in children’s sports can sometimes lead to unintended consequences. While parental support is crucial, it is important to strike …
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