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Old Shanghai: A city of strong colonial presence. A city of vice. In a city where the British, French, English, and Chinese share the same stage, it is only inevitable to have such an eclectic array of architecture, making it an architect's paradise.

A guide to the hottest night spots and best restaurants in Shanghai. A must read for anyone traveling to one of the fastest growing cities of the 21st century.

The author visits the Shanghai Beer Festival, on the Bund along the Huangpu River, and enjoys cheap beer and expensive t-shirts.

The Eighth Shanghai International Arts Festival opened its curtains on October 17th and runs until November 18th. The festival will include 73 programs from 26 countries and regions, including performing arts from music, theater, and dance to magic.

"Shanghai" is reported to co-star American actor John Cusack, and Japan's illustrious Ken Watanabe of "The Last Samurai".

A journey through history and modernity in the Temple of Tranquility in Shanghai, China.

Filming of "Shanghai" was suddenly blocked from being filmed in the actual city of Shanghai.

As Kendra said in her blog, by this time I had reached that falling off point: where trying to fit into China just wasn't the fun it used to be any more. At this point a foreigner suddenly finds China, well, "just too Chinese".

The Bund in Shanghai offers glimpses of the past "Western Imperialism" as well as the progress of a modern city.

Step-by-step recipe on how to make lumpia shanghai, a popular dish in the Filipino culture.

The Shanghai Gesture stars Gene Tierney and Victor Mature in a spellbinding tale of vice and sin, moral degradation and secret cruel revenge.

I stayed at the Holiday Inn Shanghai-Downtown in June, and was very much satisfied with my stay.

The best and most scenic shopping spots in Shanghai for the serious shopper, ranging from clothes, shoes, electronics, cds, dvds, and more.

Examination of camera techniques used in Zhang Yimou's Shanghai Triad and the resolution of the film's conflict through imagery.

The name Shanghai means "on the sea." Up until the 7th century AD Shanghai, then known as Shen or Hu Tu after the local bamboo fishing traps, was a barely developed marshland. The city is now an international center of trade and finance.

This is an opinion of my experience teaching in Shanghai. Some of it has been positive, but I have experienced enough negativety to explain to others interested in teaching here to rethink their plans and choose somewhere less complicated than Shanghai.

This article offers an overview of traveling in Shanghai, China, including highlights on the nightlife, dining, shopping, cultural, and historical attractions that appeal to modern tourists.

When living in Shanghai the novelty of eating only Chinese food can wear off quickly. So, when you're ready to venture away from the Chinese menus and seek out what Shanghai has in the way of international cuisine, here are a few suggestions.

It would be rather peculiar to compare two cites of completely differentiating time periods and geographical locations for urban theory. However, Old Shanghai (1840s thru 1940s) and postmodern Los Angeles (1990s and up) may be one convincing exception.

Shanghai's "Marshall Mansion" was my home in the former French concession.

The best Chinese restaurant in town.

The movie Shanghai's second relocation reflects the latest aftermath wrought by China's censorship organs and international film artists.

$350 billion of world market value has disappeared in four days with the Chinese market fall.

Moving or traveling can be a big step. It's important to know what you are getting into and roughly how much money one can expect to spend or need.

For every expat that has ever wondered exactly how they are supposed to attain the feat of obtaining a driver's license in China...here is your answer. Complete with a list of resources.

There are many versions to this answer since every emerging market is trying hard to claim themselves as the NEW Xiangyang Market. Non of the claim can be verified since as a market famous for fake goods, there is no official answer.

China is becoming hot topic here

Find information about Survivor: China locations. If viewers are treated to the scenery, Survivor viewers will be rewarded to see more in China than the castaway competition.

Looking at the events of PetroChina's IPO on 5th November on the Shanghai A-share market turning it into the world's biggest company over night.

A visionary and voyeuristic journey through the intriguing perspective of Chinese resistance fighters during Japanese-occupied Shanghai, Ang Lee's Lust, Caution portrays a dangerous world of love and betrayal, and the destructive effect such emotions hold on those involved.

The most popular tennis tournament, the Davis Cup will host its 61st final in the United States where the USA will host defending champion Russia next November 30th, 2007.

Nolan was one in a group of 80 Morningside College students, instructors and alumni to participate in the college's recent trip to China. They visited Hong Kong, Guang Zhou, Xi'an, Beijing and Shanghai.

A chance encounter leads to an invitation to a special tea ceremony in Shanghai, China. The "tea adventures" of two Americans in China -- a humorous first person story about cross cultural connections.

US Military sends more than $800,000 in relief goods for China's cold weather victims.

Having apprenticed in Shanghai, 'Lee' moved to Georgia and started cooking offerings that appeal to suburbia while throwing in some dishes from home. Unlike many of the competitors nearby, seafood is an option worth trying here

From what I can tell, Chongqing looks like a city of dreams - very much as Shanghai was those 10 or so years ago when I lived there.

This is a look at three of Orson Welles' less-known films and how they fit within the Film Noir genre.

Whether you are visiting Shanghai or planning on making it your place of permanent residence its important to know the "hot-spots," where to go, and where not to. In Shanghai one of those all important hot-spots is Zapatas.

On my trip from Shanghai, I floated on a passenger ship for three days going west on the Yangtze River. A curious local man made his way to my quarters where he serenaded me until he disappeared from my deck.

The investigations are still going on both in China and the US focusing on criminal organizations have been identified in two cities in China, Shanghai and Shenzhen and their distributors were identified in the US.

The Tibet Railway runs from seven major cities in eastern China; Beijing, Chengdu, Chongqing, Xinjing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Lanzhou to Lhasa, Tibet and is considered one of the most ingenious modern engineering feats in the history of modern man.

The pact was signed in April 2005 in the framework of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation where Pakistan is looking for alleviation of its status from an observer to a full member.

in Beijing, taxi driver will explicitly complain about it on the whole way while in Shanghai, the taxi driver just keep silence...

Have you ever wondered what someone on the opposite side of the planet is doing while you are at work or asleep? Fascinated by what people in Seattle are doing at the exact moment as others in Shanghai?

City Diner serves up just about the best hamburgers and Western style breakfasts you can get in Shanghai. From omelets to eggs benedict, City Dinner serves them up for your tasting pleasure.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 416 points on Tuesday, while the Chinese markets lost 9 percent. The decline was viewed as an expected outcome, after a rally that started in October took the markets to all-time highs.

Greedy and powerful American companies are using their clout to fight efforts in China to combat economic inequality there. They want to keep wages low there so they can drive wages down here and everywhere else.

China will host the 2008 Summer Olympics. Beijing is undergoing a massive infrastructure build-out to get the city ready. Along with hosting the World's Fair in 2010, China's economy will continue to expand at a breathtaking pace.

China has a growing list of Chinese citizens imprisoned for speaking out on the Internet. In fact, China is currently the world's leading jailer of journalists, with at least 32 journalists in custody and another 50 Internet campaigners also in prison.

Aside from the fact that P.G. Wodehouse lived to age 94, and could bend down and touch his toes (straight-legged) most of those years, fans remember him best for the Jeeves & Wooster books.

Affordable, beautiful, and close, Costa Rica should be on the travel plans for anyone interested in a relaxing vacation with friendly locals, a chance to get away from the city, and the opportunity to see animals and plants you can see nowhere else.

Beautiful Oregon is one of the most desirable cities in which to live or visit in the United States. Portland, Oregon's largest city maintains its small town ambiance and relaxed pace.

Imagine eating a large spinach tortilla filled with choice all natural sirloin, sesame noodles, broccoli, bok choy, carrots, onions, peppers and Teriyaki sauce.

Ramen is not just food. If you've seen Naruto, then you know it's a huge part of Japanese culture, epitomized by a friendly cook and a hungry kid. A restaurant like that actually exists in the real world, not just in anime. This is one such ramenya.

A compilation of some of the weirdest occurrences in the world today.

There are some exceptional ex-pat resources on the internet. Required reading for anyone who is planning on living somewhere else, or perhaps has already settled down where "somewhere else" happens to be.

Even though Michael Schumacher moved to just 2 points of Fernando Alonso in the Championship, the biggest news was the announcement of his retirement. Who will fill Schumacher's shoes next year?

Un cónyuge sobreviviente pueda tratar una IRA heredada como si fuera el propietario, puede reinvertir los activos en otra IRA o plan de jubilación, o puede tratarse como beneficiario. Hay reglas especiales sobre distribuciones a los beneficiarios.

Everyday there are about 500 or so news stories that flood the internet and the cable news network that signal the coming Apocalypse. They aren't marketed as such, but they're signals nonetheless.

If you are looking for Halloween fun in the Portland area, you certainly don't have to look far. Read on for a few ideas of what to do this Halloween season.

A review of Gordon Chan's Fist of Legend.

A fantastic collection of both television and film history. If smoking and wearing dickies come back into vogue, you can blame this set.

This article gives an in-depth look at the city of Hong Kong and covers places to stay, where to eat, and popular attractions to visit while you're there.

A commentary on how history is taught in the country and what it tells about Filipinos

This year's Forbes 50 most powerful women in business list has five minority women. Personally, I see this as a great news and encouragement. It proves that your race, ethnicity cannot hold you back. If you have the drive, sky is the limit.

A friend once said to me that it's great eating with me because I eat with such passion that it makes everything look good. When I think of passion and food, I am reminded of these moments.

China has been undergoing a massive expansion as of late. For a country that boasts a cool billion plus in residents spread out amongst 2 provinces, China is quickly becoming the fastest growing nation in the world.

The streets of Chinatown in Chicago are filled with authentic restaurants, gift shops, and parades during Chinese New Year's celebrations. Find out where to go on your next visit.

Alex S. Gabor writes that smart money investors are getting out of real estate while they still can and putting money with hedge funds who are shorting real estate industry stocks.

Remember when Starbucks Coffeehouses started to pop up everyone? Well it's happening again, only this time it's in China.

This article reviews Marc Jacobs the fashion designer.

Is the recent spate of hurricanes, earthquakes, floods and epidemics an ominous signal that the end is near? Or has human greed ravaged Mother Earth to the breaking point? Recent scientific findings tell us of the deadly consequences of global warming.

This essay explores the impact of the First World War on author PG Wodehouse through analysis of his pre- and post-war novels.

Chicago's luxury hotels offer pampering spa vacations in the prestigious Magnificent Mile location where shopping, restaurants, bars, and amusements abound.

a look at the problems and successes of globalization, especially the growth of McDonald's worldwide

When I recently did some research on CSI: New York actor, Hill Harper for a feature article on CBS' African-American actors, I was amazed to find out that Hill has carved out quite an academic career for himself.

To some, traveling to Paris might be a trip of a lifetime. But in this article, it is used as an example of something far from just that.

Growing up Asian, there haven't been many role models, celebrity-wise, to look up to. But there have been some and lately Asian Americans seem to be making bigger strides in the film industry.

A very smart film that should provoke reflection and conversation.

Body Aware Inc. is a fantastic web site for men who are interested in purchasing sexy lingerie for themselves. Please read my review on this exciting, growing product line. I recommend www.bodyaware.com to men interested in ultimate sexy.

When I recently did some research on CSI: New York actor, Hill Harper for a feature article on CBS' African-American actors, I was amazed to find out that Hill has carved out quite an academic career for himself.

The People's Republic of China and India are now the two massive growing economic powers in Asia. This essay examines where and how they are partners as well as competitors, and how it is affecting U.S. policy and American jobs

Living overseas can be tough when illness sets in. No one likes to be away from home and sick, especially not when it seems like something very serious. Unfortunately, it can happen to any of us. That's why its important to have resources at hand.

I haven't been in a long-distance relationship, but I know many people who have and who are. I'm talking very long-distance here. If you're in a long-distance relationship right now, you might feel better after reading this article.

A synopsis of essays by Patricia Bizzell, Elizabeth A. Flynn, Bruffee, and David Bartholomae.

Should being selected to host the 2008 Summer Olympic Games honor China?

Population control campaigns often use some form of payment or prize to bring in more women for sterilization. While in India these prizes were often popular electronic appliances, food was used to motivate Peruvians.

China is one of the largest nations in the world and remained largely self governed and independent of other nations for most of its history. Through Opium wars and unequal treaties made by the winning parties, China slowly started to loose ground...

The latest edition of "Film Comment Selects" offers a varied selection from many diverse countries, with as many different approaches to style and subject matter.

The best services to watch your money grow.

These megacities take up approximately only 2 percent of the Earth's land surface, yet they account for roughly 75 percent of industrial wood use, 60 percent of human water use, and nearly 80 percent of all human produced carbon emissions.

First introduced in 1990 on the Toronto stock exchange, the exchange traded fund has increased in popularity from a little-known alternate to an investment industry in itself with over 100 ETFs with assets of over one-quarter trillion dollars worldwide.

If you're looking for a baby name for a girl with a touch of glamour, of for baby boy's name that brings to mind a hero, check out some old Hollywood for a long list of possibilities. Here are some classic Hollywood names.

A guide to a few of Raleigh, NC's Chinese Restaurants.