This paper examines the establishment of the North China Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society(NCBRAS),which was initially known as the Shanghai Literary and Scientific Society,focusing on its merits and drawbacks from ...This paper examines the establishment of the North China Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society(NCBRAS),which was initially known as the Shanghai Literary and Scientific Society,focusing on its merits and drawbacks from the perspective of scientific imperialism.It analyzes the founders’motivations and their affiliation with the Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland(RAS),framing NCBRAS as a product of scientific imperialism.Unlike previous sinology-centric research,this study explores the benefits derived from scientific institutions,Orientalist traditions,and Europe’s overseas expansion.Despite the opportunity provided by all the merits,the NCBRAS also faced challenges due to Chinese and foreign hostilities,financial inadequacies,and cultural differences.This dual situation played a pivotal role in shaping the future trajectory of the NCBRAS.This inquiry into the context and drawbacks contributes to a deeper understanding of NCBRAS and offers new perspectives on natural history research in 1850s China.展开更多
Kongthong,a remote village hidden in the hills of India's Meghalaya state,has a unique and centuriesold tradition where every inhabitant is given both a regular name and a song at birth,both of which become their ...Kongthong,a remote village hidden in the hills of India's Meghalaya state,has a unique and centuriesold tradition where every inhabitant is given both a regular name and a song at birth,both of which become their identity.Kongthong was nominated(提名)as India's No.1 recommendation for the United Nations World Tourism Organization's Best Tourism Villages contest,both for its natural beauty and hospitable villagers,and its unique naming tradition.展开更多
Exchanging gifts at the holidays is a tradition that dates back to thousands of years ago.Children are typically excused from buying gifts because they cost money kids may not have.But the truth is that some of the be...Exchanging gifts at the holidays is a tradition that dates back to thousands of years ago.Children are typically excused from buying gifts because they cost money kids may not have.But the truth is that some of the best gifts don't cost anything.If you would like to give meaningful gifts to family or friends at the holidays—without having to spend money—here's how you can get started.展开更多
悦读·明其义Discovering the charm of travel发现旅行的魅力Travel is one of the most enjoyable experiences one can have.It not only allows us to explore new places but also helps us understand different cultures and...悦读·明其义Discovering the charm of travel发现旅行的魅力Travel is one of the most enjoyable experiences one can have.It not only allows us to explore new places but also helps us understand different cultures and traditions.Whether you are a backpacker or a tourist who prefers comfort,there is always something special waiting to be discovered.展开更多
Costa Rica,a country in Central America,is well known for its unique oxcarts,which are deeply rooted in its history and culture and are rich sources of artistic tradition.Dating back to the mid⁃19th century,oxcarts pl...Costa Rica,a country in Central America,is well known for its unique oxcarts,which are deeply rooted in its history and culture and are rich sources of artistic tradition.Dating back to the mid⁃19th century,oxcarts played a crucial role in the country's economic devel⁃opment.At that time,coffee plantations thrived(繁荣)in the Central Valley.As coffee was mainly for ex⁃port,it needed to be transported to the Pacific coast.Oxcarts were the ideal choice as they could cross mountains and muddy roads.The journey from the Central Valley to the coast took 10-15 days.In addition to serving as a vehicle for transporting crops,oxcarts were often the only means of transportation for lower⁃income families.展开更多
The Shenzhou‑18 crew,consisting of three taikonauts,returned to Earth safely in the early hours of November 4,2024,after completing a six‑month space station mission.Their first meal on Earth after half a year became ...The Shenzhou‑18 crew,consisting of three taikonauts,returned to Earth safely in the early hours of November 4,2024,after completing a six‑month space station mission.Their first meal on Earth after half a year became a hot topic immediately.The well‑established Chinese tradition embodied by the saying“dumplings before departure,noodles upon return”means that a steaming bowl of noodles was a must‑have for their first meal back.Additionally,specific fruits were included in their first meal for symbolic purposes:cherry tomatoes,representing prosperity;Hami melons,symbolizing sweetness;and grapes,which signify harmony and unity.Meanwhile,all three taikonauts coincidentally ordered a serving of steamed egg custard.展开更多
Villagers in Nujiang have embraced economic development without sacrificing age-old customs.Nujiang,a mountainous region in Yunnan Province,has undergone rapid change in recent years.Once one of China’s poorest areas...Villagers in Nujiang have embraced economic development without sacrificing age-old customs.Nujiang,a mountainous region in Yunnan Province,has undergone rapid change in recent years.Once one of China’s poorest areas,it is now a place where modern homes and infrastructure sit alongside centuries-old traditions.The local ethnic minorities-including the Lisu,Nu and Derung-have embraced new opportunities while holding on to their cultural roots.展开更多
Imagine a cold morning in Hanoi,where the steam from a bowl of Vietnamese Pho rises,inviting you in for a warm meal.Pho is more than just a soup;it's a hug in a bowl,full of life and tradition.This tasty dish star...Imagine a cold morning in Hanoi,where the steam from a bowl of Vietnamese Pho rises,inviting you in for a warm meal.Pho is more than just a soup;it's a hug in a bowl,full of life and tradition.This tasty dish started in the north of Vietnam and has spread all over the world.It's made with a tasty broth(肉汤)that takes hours to cook.展开更多
This study examined how exploitative leadership undermines employees’experience of flow with work role overload and traditionalist values.Data were collected from 361 staff members across diverse industries in China(...This study examined how exploitative leadership undermines employees’experience of flow with work role overload and traditionalist values.Data were collected from 361 staff members across diverse industries in China(females=58.17%,mean age=32.14,SD=5.83).Structural equation modeling results indicated that exploitative leadership reduces employees’work-related flow via increased role overload.Furthermore,employees’traditionality level moderates the exploitative leadership effects on role overload.Specifically,employees with higher traditionality reported lower role overload when experiencing exploitative leadership,suggesting that cultural values may buffer its negative impact.This study contributes to understanding the mechanism and contextual factors linking exploitative leadership to work-related flow,filling a gap in the literature.Organizations are encouraged to reduce exploitative leadership behaviors through leadership development programs and to consider employees’value orientations when designing work environments.展开更多
Visitors are flocking to China’s first immersive tourist area recreating everyday life as it appeared in the Tang Dynasty,to embrace the past and understand the importance of culture and tradition.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited Namibia,the Republic of the Congo,Chad,and Nigeria from 5 to 11 January,continuing the tradition of a Chinese foreign minister choosing Africa for the first overseas trip of a ...Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited Namibia,the Republic of the Congo,Chad,and Nigeria from 5 to 11 January,continuing the tradition of a Chinese foreign minister choosing Africa for the first overseas trip of a year for the 35th consecutive year.This tradition reflects China’s consistent support for Africa.The visit further strengthened China-Africa friendship,deepened strategic trust,and injected new momentum into the development of their relationship in the new era.展开更多
The Tibetan New Year,known as Losar in Tbetan,flls on February 28th in 2025.It is a traditional folklore event in Xizang and also a national intangible cultural heritage of China.During the festival,the time honored c...The Tibetan New Year,known as Losar in Tbetan,flls on February 28th in 2025.It is a traditional folklore event in Xizang and also a national intangible cultural heritage of China.During the festival,the time honored customs and modern celebrations are blended together,creating a vibrant atmosphere that harmonizes tradition and contemporary culture.展开更多
Under the starry night,a fashion extravaganza was staged in Lhasa.The Fashion Night is a local fashion show in Xizang combining tradition and innovation as well as modernity and international flavor.By providing them ...Under the starry night,a fashion extravaganza was staged in Lhasa.The Fashion Night is a local fashion show in Xizang combining tradition and innovation as well as modernity and international flavor.By providing them with opportunities to present their art works to more audiences,it built a platform for young Tibetan designers for their careers to take root and blossom on the plateau.It is also aimed to bring more people to pay attention to the fashion culture of Xizang,and infuse new vitality into the development of local fashion industry.展开更多
LONGQUAN,a historic city in east China’s Zhejiang Province,is renowned for its exquisite celadon ware,featuring fine texture and pure,jade-like glaze.The region has a potterymaking tradition that spans over 1,600 yea...LONGQUAN,a historic city in east China’s Zhejiang Province,is renowned for its exquisite celadon ware,featuring fine texture and pure,jade-like glaze.The region has a potterymaking tradition that spans over 1,600 years.Its celadon firing technique originated during the Three Kingdoms Period(220-280)and reached its peak in the Southern Song Dynasty(1127-1279).Since the Song Dynasty(960-1368),Longquan was among the main suppliers of porcelain for the imperial court.From the 12th to the 15th centuries.展开更多
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) with its millenniaold wisdom rooted in the principles of holistic Yin-Yang balance and “Bianzheng Lunzhi”[辨证论治, Zhenghou(证候) differentiation and treatment], has long offered ...Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) with its millenniaold wisdom rooted in the principles of holistic Yin-Yang balance and “Bianzheng Lunzhi”[辨证论治, Zhenghou(证候) differentiation and treatment], has long offered a unique lens to understand human health and disease.However, the modern scientific interpretation of TCM remains at the stage of “knowing that it works, but not knowing why it works”.展开更多
In context of building beautiful countryside nationwide, underdeveloped areas are confronted by many problems, such as monotonous industry structure, simi- lar rural landscape and loss of characteristics. With a case ...In context of building beautiful countryside nationwide, underdeveloped areas are confronted by many problems, such as monotonous industry structure, simi- lar rural landscape and loss of characteristics. With a case of Jiangjia Village, Jishui County, Jiangxi Province, the research explored rural pattern, cultural characteristics, building style, development value and potential and analyzed regional cooperation, urban-rural integration, and planning first, from the perspectives of economy, culture and building in order to protect traditional economy and highlight local characteristics.展开更多
The article approached the distinguishing features of bloodletting therapy in Japan from the angles of its evolution history and technical characteristics. Focus has been put on different targets and diverse amount of...The article approached the distinguishing features of bloodletting therapy in Japan from the angles of its evolution history and technical characteristics. Focus has been put on different targets and diverse amount of bleeding of 3 Japanese bloodletting therapies, namely bloodletting puncture on Jing （Well）-Points, bloodletting puncture on collaterals and bloodletting puncture on skin. Meanwhile, a general comparison was made between the bloodletting therapy in Japan and the pricking blood therapy in China, which is expected to assist the progress of bloodletting therapy.展开更多
The construction of Peach Blossom Lake Waterfront Park on the Chan River in Xi'an City gives tourists and Xi'an citizens a waterfront park.By participating the field investigation,feasibility study,demonstrati...The construction of Peach Blossom Lake Waterfront Park on the Chan River in Xi'an City gives tourists and Xi'an citizens a waterfront park.By participating the field investigation,feasibility study,demonstration of design scheme as well as extended preliminary design and construction drawing design of the project,the author studied the "maintenance" and "innovation" in constructing modern urban waterfront parks by combining landscape design knowledge and practices,that is to say,how to inherit Chinese traditional culture and gardening art while making innovations,and achieve the organic integration of traditional cultural elements and modern functional elements.展开更多
文摘This paper examines the establishment of the North China Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society(NCBRAS),which was initially known as the Shanghai Literary and Scientific Society,focusing on its merits and drawbacks from the perspective of scientific imperialism.It analyzes the founders’motivations and their affiliation with the Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland(RAS),framing NCBRAS as a product of scientific imperialism.Unlike previous sinology-centric research,this study explores the benefits derived from scientific institutions,Orientalist traditions,and Europe’s overseas expansion.Despite the opportunity provided by all the merits,the NCBRAS also faced challenges due to Chinese and foreign hostilities,financial inadequacies,and cultural differences.This dual situation played a pivotal role in shaping the future trajectory of the NCBRAS.This inquiry into the context and drawbacks contributes to a deeper understanding of NCBRAS and offers new perspectives on natural history research in 1850s China.
文摘Kongthong,a remote village hidden in the hills of India's Meghalaya state,has a unique and centuriesold tradition where every inhabitant is given both a regular name and a song at birth,both of which become their identity.Kongthong was nominated(提名)as India's No.1 recommendation for the United Nations World Tourism Organization's Best Tourism Villages contest,both for its natural beauty and hospitable villagers,and its unique naming tradition.
文摘Exchanging gifts at the holidays is a tradition that dates back to thousands of years ago.Children are typically excused from buying gifts because they cost money kids may not have.But the truth is that some of the best gifts don't cost anything.If you would like to give meaningful gifts to family or friends at the holidays—without having to spend money—here's how you can get started.
文摘悦读·明其义Discovering the charm of travel发现旅行的魅力Travel is one of the most enjoyable experiences one can have.It not only allows us to explore new places but also helps us understand different cultures and traditions.Whether you are a backpacker or a tourist who prefers comfort,there is always something special waiting to be discovered.
文摘Costa Rica,a country in Central America,is well known for its unique oxcarts,which are deeply rooted in its history and culture and are rich sources of artistic tradition.Dating back to the mid⁃19th century,oxcarts played a crucial role in the country's economic devel⁃opment.At that time,coffee plantations thrived(繁荣)in the Central Valley.As coffee was mainly for ex⁃port,it needed to be transported to the Pacific coast.Oxcarts were the ideal choice as they could cross mountains and muddy roads.The journey from the Central Valley to the coast took 10-15 days.In addition to serving as a vehicle for transporting crops,oxcarts were often the only means of transportation for lower⁃income families.
文摘The Shenzhou‑18 crew,consisting of three taikonauts,returned to Earth safely in the early hours of November 4,2024,after completing a six‑month space station mission.Their first meal on Earth after half a year became a hot topic immediately.The well‑established Chinese tradition embodied by the saying“dumplings before departure,noodles upon return”means that a steaming bowl of noodles was a must‑have for their first meal back.Additionally,specific fruits were included in their first meal for symbolic purposes:cherry tomatoes,representing prosperity;Hami melons,symbolizing sweetness;and grapes,which signify harmony and unity.Meanwhile,all three taikonauts coincidentally ordered a serving of steamed egg custard.
文摘Villagers in Nujiang have embraced economic development without sacrificing age-old customs.Nujiang,a mountainous region in Yunnan Province,has undergone rapid change in recent years.Once one of China’s poorest areas,it is now a place where modern homes and infrastructure sit alongside centuries-old traditions.The local ethnic minorities-including the Lisu,Nu and Derung-have embraced new opportunities while holding on to their cultural roots.
文摘Imagine a cold morning in Hanoi,where the steam from a bowl of Vietnamese Pho rises,inviting you in for a warm meal.Pho is more than just a soup;it's a hug in a bowl,full of life and tradition.This tasty dish started in the north of Vietnam and has spread all over the world.It's made with a tasty broth(肉汤)that takes hours to cook.
文摘This study examined how exploitative leadership undermines employees’experience of flow with work role overload and traditionalist values.Data were collected from 361 staff members across diverse industries in China(females=58.17%,mean age=32.14,SD=5.83).Structural equation modeling results indicated that exploitative leadership reduces employees’work-related flow via increased role overload.Furthermore,employees’traditionality level moderates the exploitative leadership effects on role overload.Specifically,employees with higher traditionality reported lower role overload when experiencing exploitative leadership,suggesting that cultural values may buffer its negative impact.This study contributes to understanding the mechanism and contextual factors linking exploitative leadership to work-related flow,filling a gap in the literature.Organizations are encouraged to reduce exploitative leadership behaviors through leadership development programs and to consider employees’value orientations when designing work environments.
文摘Visitors are flocking to China’s first immersive tourist area recreating everyday life as it appeared in the Tang Dynasty,to embrace the past and understand the importance of culture and tradition.
文摘Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited Namibia,the Republic of the Congo,Chad,and Nigeria from 5 to 11 January,continuing the tradition of a Chinese foreign minister choosing Africa for the first overseas trip of a year for the 35th consecutive year.This tradition reflects China’s consistent support for Africa.The visit further strengthened China-Africa friendship,deepened strategic trust,and injected new momentum into the development of their relationship in the new era.
文摘The Tibetan New Year,known as Losar in Tbetan,flls on February 28th in 2025.It is a traditional folklore event in Xizang and also a national intangible cultural heritage of China.During the festival,the time honored customs and modern celebrations are blended together,creating a vibrant atmosphere that harmonizes tradition and contemporary culture.
文摘Under the starry night,a fashion extravaganza was staged in Lhasa.The Fashion Night is a local fashion show in Xizang combining tradition and innovation as well as modernity and international flavor.By providing them with opportunities to present their art works to more audiences,it built a platform for young Tibetan designers for their careers to take root and blossom on the plateau.It is also aimed to bring more people to pay attention to the fashion culture of Xizang,and infuse new vitality into the development of local fashion industry.
文摘LONGQUAN,a historic city in east China’s Zhejiang Province,is renowned for its exquisite celadon ware,featuring fine texture and pure,jade-like glaze.The region has a potterymaking tradition that spans over 1,600 years.Its celadon firing technique originated during the Three Kingdoms Period(220-280)and reached its peak in the Southern Song Dynasty(1127-1279).Since the Song Dynasty(960-1368),Longquan was among the main suppliers of porcelain for the imperial court.From the 12th to the 15th centuries.
文摘Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) with its millenniaold wisdom rooted in the principles of holistic Yin-Yang balance and “Bianzheng Lunzhi”[辨证论治, Zhenghou(证候) differentiation and treatment], has long offered a unique lens to understand human health and disease.However, the modern scientific interpretation of TCM remains at the stage of “knowing that it works, but not knowing why it works”.
基金Supported by Jiangxi Social Science Program during the 12th Five-year Plan(14SH05)Jiangxi Social Science University Humanity(JC1434)Jiangxi Art Science Planning Program(YG2014113)~~
文摘In context of building beautiful countryside nationwide, underdeveloped areas are confronted by many problems, such as monotonous industry structure, simi- lar rural landscape and loss of characteristics. With a case of Jiangjia Village, Jishui County, Jiangxi Province, the research explored rural pattern, cultural characteristics, building style, development value and potential and analyzed regional cooperation, urban-rural integration, and planning first, from the perspectives of economy, culture and building in order to protect traditional economy and highlight local characteristics.
基金Program with financial support of the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine:03XD1214
文摘The article approached the distinguishing features of bloodletting therapy in Japan from the angles of its evolution history and technical characteristics. Focus has been put on different targets and diverse amount of bleeding of 3 Japanese bloodletting therapies, namely bloodletting puncture on Jing （Well）-Points, bloodletting puncture on collaterals and bloodletting puncture on skin. Meanwhile, a general comparison was made between the bloodletting therapy in Japan and the pricking blood therapy in China, which is expected to assist the progress of bloodletting therapy.
文摘The construction of Peach Blossom Lake Waterfront Park on the Chan River in Xi'an City gives tourists and Xi'an citizens a waterfront park.By participating the field investigation,feasibility study,demonstration of design scheme as well as extended preliminary design and construction drawing design of the project,the author studied the "maintenance" and "innovation" in constructing modern urban waterfront parks by combining landscape design knowledge and practices,that is to say,how to inherit Chinese traditional culture and gardening art while making innovations,and achieve the organic integration of traditional cultural elements and modern functional elements.
