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The Lessons from Near-Death Experiences
I have often wondered why people who have awakened from near-death experiences typically become selfless and merciful and often volunteer to help the needy. After some searching I found what I believe to be a comprehensive answer to my question from the stories of Dannion Brinkley's near-death experiences. more »

STORIES OF THE WEEK

  • FALUN GONG - WHAT IS FALUN GONG / FALUN DAFA - 2013 INTERVIEW

    FALUN GONG - WHAT IS FALUN GONG / FALUN DAFA - 2013 INTERVIEW

    FALUN GONG - WHAT IS FALUN GONG / FALUN DAFA - 2013 INTERVIEW

  • Do you still want to eat instant noodles? Watch this first.

    Do you still want to eat instant noodles? Watch this first.

    Do you still want to eat instant noodles? Watch this first.

  • Analysis: China-Russia Arms Sale Agreement

    Analysis: China-Russia Arms Sale Agreement

    China and Russia have signed two important arms sale contracts. China is buying 24 of the Sukhoi Su-35 fighter planes and four Lada-class AIP submarines from Moscow.

  • Senior Agricultural Specialist in China Reveals Inside Story of H7N9

    Senior Agricultural Specialist in China Reveals Inside Story of H7N9

    Since December 2012, the bird flu has spread among domestic fowls. Now, it has been spreading throughout western China from the east. The environment has become a warehouse of the bird flu virus...

  • Tea Art Improves One’s Character

    Tea Art Improves One’s Character

    Ancient Chinese ceremony changes people’s lives - With enrolments in etiquette schools booming around the world, an alternative method for teaching etiquette...

  • Home Decoration Colours Can Bring Good Luck

    Home Decoration Colours Can Bring Good Luck

    Traditionally, red represents festivity, passion, bravery and boldness. In geomancy, the East is also a symbol of a young and adventurous spirit; therefore, red furniture and decorations are placed on the East side of a room, such as mahogany hanging ornaments and red carpet. This can motivate the family and bring good luck in their work and studies

  • Celebrating Chinese New Year

    Celebrating Chinese New Year

    The eve of Chinese New Year signifies a farewell to yesterdays and a greeting to a new era, so for the Chinese people the most important thing to do on that day is to hold a ceremony for their gods and ancestors.

  • Chinese New Year’s Eve

    Chinese New Year’s Eve

    Chinese New Year’s Eve is the last day of the lunar calendar when the Chinese get ready to welcome the first day of the new lunar year. Following is a brief history of how the Chinese prepare for the coming year.

  • The Meaning of the Chinese Zodiac

    The Meaning of the Chinese Zodiac

    The Chinese zodiac consists of 12 animals – the Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig. Each animal is paired with an animal that has the opposite characteristic and together they reflect the teachings of the ancient Chinese.

TOP PICKS OF THE MONTH

Chinese Festival

Chongyang Festival

The Double Ninth Festival, also named the Chong Yang Festival, falls on the ninth day of the ninth month of the Chinese lunar calendar....... more »

Chinese Health and science

The Benefits of Soaking Feet in Warm Water

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the feet are the starting and ending points of 6 meridians........ more »

Chinese Calendar

Musings About Nature, Time, and Life

IThe Chinese calendar is also known as the Yin or Xia calendar, the Moon Calendar........ more »

Chinese Acupuncture

Integrative Therapies for PTSD

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder that some people suffer........ more »

Chinese Tea

Chinese's Tea Culture

Green tea isn’t just a delicious and healthy drink. By now most of us know that drinking green tea is good for our bodies........ more »

Chinese Cooking Art

Top 10 Chinese Dishes

We are not surprise that this dish ranks first. The tastes of sweet and sour, and its bright and vivid appearance, make Sweet and Sour Pork......... more »

Opinion

Eastern Dragons Differ From Western Dragons

In both the East and the West, the dragon is often associated with fantasy and mythical realms........ more »

Lifestyles & Entertainment

"One day of married life fosters a hundred days of attachment."
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