The Shih Tzu is an ancient breed of dog originating from China, also called Chinese Lion Dog and Chrysanthemum Dog. It is believed to have descended from the Lhasa Apso and the Pekingese. This small toy dog breed weighs from 9 to 16 pounds and has a maximum height of 11 inches. It has a round and...
The United States dominated the 2008 Olympics, as the country with the biggest number of medals (110). However, China had more gold medals (getting 51, far more than the United States’ 36). Russia ranked third with a sum of 72 medals. This would have been far different if this had been before...
Lexus has announced a worldwide recall of their high- end LS models for a potential defect with the electronic steering control. While only 12 incidents have been reported, Toyota is being extremely proactive with its premium brand, announcing the recall voluntarily. Approximately 11,500 LS 460,...
An apricot is a kind of fruit. Its skin is firm and has a very deep, golden orange color. It is known to be quite juicy, sweet in flavor, and fragrant. The apricot has also been recognized as a good source of vitamins, particularly Vitamin A and C, as well as calcium, iron, potassium and phosphorus....
The 21st Winter Olympics open Friday, February 12, 2010 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Over 5,000 athletes from 80 countries will compete over the 17 day competition. China will be sending the largest team of over 91 athletes to seek gold. There will be over 80 medals available for the...
Taobao, an online Chinese vendor, has been selling products made of cats and dogs. An official Chinese media report indicated that the most popular items sold by Toabao were pants and hats made from dog fur, a catskin waistcoat, and a mattress made of cat fur. Animal rights activists are...
North Korea threatened Wednesday to wipe the United States off the map as Washington and its allies watched for signs that the administration will launch a series of missiles. A U.S. destroyer was following a North Korean ship off China’s coast, suspected of transporting illegal weapons to Myanmar....
Confucius is one of China’s great philosophers who was the founder of Confucianism. Though it was never known if he would ever call his teachings a foundation for a religion and if he ever would like it to be venerated, he was still one of the world’s most influential thinker and teacher. His real...
We may be used to a democratic system where political dissent can make a valid contribution to society, but not everyone has been so lucky in their lives. Some of the most famous politicians and thinkers in recent history have been the victim of persecution and imprisonment for their political...
Satin is a kind of fabric. It is quite soft and has a glossy or shiny appearance. It was first introduced to Europe in the twelfth century, and by the fourteenth century, it became highly popular, chosen by the “Fashionistas” of the time—the royalty—for its beautiful appearance and comfortable...
