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Chang Deqing dolls. We’re not sure why this one gets singled out by this paper in a world filled with dolls and figures, but it’s getting traction among fashionistas. Perhaps it’s his use of fabrics and being from a place that’s lesser known for figures and toys – China. He’s sort of a new Michael Lau in a way, blending urban wear and a design that’s also reflective of urban themes (regardless of their bad fashion). For you toy fans… Edition of 20! (China Daily – Chang Deqing)
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Nerves of steel and a fighter pilot who meets the same criteria as the men. She’s popular and about to go into space tomorrow. There’s not a lot of info about her except she’s from a poorer area, but perhaps that’s plenty. (MSNBC – Liu Yang)
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Andy Zhang at 14 is the youngest to be in the US Open Golf Tournament. He’s also from China and is part of a golf academy in Florida. How will he do? Is he too young? Does anyone care? (USA Today – Andy Zhang)
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No, you aren’t going to Tibet. The latest self immolations by Buddhist sealed the fate, no more tourism which means less attention towards the injustice. Does this mean news orgs will be left out too? Tourism is a big part of making money there and now it’ll be cut off. How will the folks there make a buck? Government money? Fat chance. It’s a strategy of some sort for sure to keep the news out, keep attention out and bleed the place dry. (ABC – Tibet)
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Yes the Tank Man might be one of the most infamous anonymous persons in the world. Is he still alive? We hope so. Read up on Tank Man via wikipedia. (Wiki – Tank Man) [youtube]9-nXT8lSnPQ[/youtube]
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