Argentina Recovering From Deadly Storm (+Photos)

The death toll rose to 57 in Argentina after strong storms with heavy rain flooded areas of Buenos Aires and La Plata capital district.

Army General Fired Over Sexual Harassment, Alcohol Charges

Army general fired: Army Maj. Gen. Ralph Baker, a two-star general who headed the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, was fired last month, it was reported Thursday.

Embassies Warned: N. Korea Can’t Guarantee Safety of Diplomats

Embassies warned: North Korea on Friday warned foreign embassies in Pyongyang, saying it cannot ensure the safety of diplomatic workers. It suggested that countries should [...]

Ford Ad Controversy: Company Issues Apology, Executive Resigns

Ford ad controversy: Over the past few weeks, Ford ads showing women tied up in the back of a Ford Figo generated controversy. It forced an ad executive to resign, while some [...]

Rising Pneumonia Cases in Shanghai Amid Bird Flu Fears

Shanghai residents are concerned that the large number of people being diagnosed with pneumonia may actually be infected with the new bird flu strain H7N9.

Shen Yun ‘Spectacular,’ ‘Very engaging,’ and ‘Extremely impressive,’ Says Painter and Photographer

On the Shen Yun dances John Foster said: "They were kind of transporting, I guess, so you kind of forget your worldly cares during those pieces, which is really refreshing."

Refurbishing Furs With Hy Fishman

Born into the business as a fourth-generation furrier, Fishman helps women refurbish, remodel, and repair their furs—and steps in on the occasional disaster.

Computer Censorship Imported From Shanghai to New York

A few days ago a Falun Gong practitioner in New York turned on his brand new iMac-27 computer—one of the best desktop computers sold—and tried to open Minghui.org, a Falun [...]

Over 137,183,892 people renounce the CCP and its affiliated organizations

South

Carnival Ship Blown from Dock, Guard Missing in Water
Thinking About China

Ending a Crime Against Humanity in China

In a note presented on March 20, 2013 at the Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, the Hon. David Kilgour makes the case for international initiatives that can help end [...]
Regime

Exclusive: The Soliloquy of an Underground Party Member in Hong Kong
Middle East

Israel, Gaza in Heaviest Crossfire Since Truce

Israel, Gaza crossfire: Several rockets hit southern Israel fired by Gaza militants on Wednesday. Israel launched an air attack on the Gaza Strip.
South Asia

New Anti-Rape Law Enforced in India
National News

Roger Ebert Dies After Long Career as Critic

Roger Ebert dies: The U.S.'s most influential movie reviewer, Roger Ebert, died on Thursday. He was 70.
Literary & Visual Arts

Tom Hanks Tears Up Following Broadway Debut
Society

Deadly New Bird Flu Virus in China Possibly Linked to Dead Pigs

Three people in China have died from a virulent new strain of H7N9 bird flu virus, which may be linked to the thousands of dead pigs recently dumped in a river.
Innovation

Smartphones Can Display 3D With New Filter

A new removable filter can let you watch 3-D movies on your smartphone without glasses. The filter builds on technology that has been around for close to 100 years.
Culture

Chinese Character for Fortune, Fate, Luck: Yùn (運)

The Chinese character 運 (yùn) is a pictophonetic character—one formed by combining a component that indicates the meaning with a component that indicates the sound.

U.K.

Central London Living

With Selfridges, The Dorchester, and Hyde Park just a stroll away, the apartments at 43–45 Cumberland Place couldn’t get more central.

World

Assistant Director Learns of Chinese Spirituality Through Shen Yun

“The stories going back five thousand years and coming up to today—from the traditions of China,” Mr. Michael Nolan said. “It’s magnificent."

China

Former PetroChina Chairman in Political Spotlight

The former chairman of PetroChina recently received a large amount of bad press, which may be a sign of disciplinary action by the new Communist Party leadership as warring [...]

Business

Target Dress Apology: Company Sorry Over ‘Manatee Gray’ Label

Target dress apology: Target apologized on Thursday after shoppers noticed that some plus-sized dresses sold on its website were labeled as “manatee gray.”

Opinion

How Health Care Drives the Economy

As one of the biggest recipients of public revenues, health care plays a major role in Canada’s economic performance.

Science

Climate Change in ‘Real-Time’: Beaufort Sea Ice Fracturing (+Video)

As the Beaufort Sea ice fractures extensively, climatology PhD student and professor Paul Beckwith says “This is abrupt climate change in real-time.”

Technology

Microsoft Obsolete by 2017, Report Says

Microsoft obsolete: A report released said that Microsoft, which controlled as much as 90 percent of the OS market in its heyday, could go obsolete in 2017.

Arts & Entertainment

Snipes Released from Prison; Now Under House Arrest, Report Says

Snipes released: After spending two years in prison, Wesley Snipes was reportedly released.

Health

The Dentist’s Office, De-fanged

Dr. Lee Wexler and Dr. Andrew Koenigsberg partnered in 2006 to create Gallery 57, a modern and friendly dentist's office in New York City specializing in one-visit restorations.

Life

Essential networking: Power up your image

Your image and personal brand is your number one asset for successful networking so we cannot deny how important it is to create a positive first impression.