Tag Archives: China

China’s Lessons for the Future of Humanity, according to Alan Macfarlane

Posted on November 17, 2025 by agogo22

[…] What has China taught one of Britain’s leading anthropologists? Distinguished anthropologist and historian Alan Macfarlane reflects on civilizations, AI, and what individuals can do in a rapidly changing world. […]

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Why Chinese words didn’t “exist” until the 20th century

Posted on November 8, 2025 by agogo22

[…] It may sound crazy, but the concept of “word” is very new to Chinese speakers – in fact, even today, Chinese people don’t exactly agree on what is or isn’t a “word.” [Timeline] [00:00] What’s an English word [01:19] … Continue reading →

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The Ink Worth More Than Gold

Posted on October 31, 2025 by agogo22
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Jiaju Shen (@jiajushen_pipa) | BABY VOX’s iconic “Get Up” with slap technique on Chinese traditional instrument #pipa #琵琶 Not just a cover, but a new rhythm and voice. 🎵arrangement: @zongli_composer

Posted on October 22, 2025 by agogo22
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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Posted on October 4, 2025 by agogo22
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“One bleak winter’s day, when fog drifted through the city streets, the tree in the town square suddenly glowed, as though heralding something soon to arrive… “

Posted on October 4, 2025 by agogo22
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Temple in the lake. Longxing temple, Chengdu, China

Posted on September 19, 2025 by agogo22
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In Jiangxi Province, China…

Posted on June 3, 2025 by agogo22
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Artistic Viral | Chinese double-sided embroidery

Posted on May 28, 2025 by agogo22
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This Double Maze Copper Lock has been used in China for more than 2,000 years as security systems.

Posted on May 24, 2025 by agogo22
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