Barhopping through Shanghai’s hard-to-find speakeasies
— November 24, 2013Speakeasies are springing up all over Shanghai.
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Chinese gamblers boost fortunes of North Korea’s Emperor Casino
— November 21, 2013The number of Yanbian license plates in the carpark of the Emperor Resort & Casino in North Korea’s remote Rason district leave little doubt as to the hotel’s main clientele.
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House of Dancing Water
— October 30, 2013Macau’s $250 million “House of Dancing Water” is famous for magical special effects. But the underwater action you don’t see is even more astounding
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The Beauty Market of North Korea
— October 25, 2013North Korea isn’t known for its beauty industry, but the isolated state does produce its own beauty brand — Pomhyanggi Cosmetics — and even exports some goods overseas.
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Shanghai-based island6 Gallery is gaining renown as an arts collective
— October 21, 2013There’s no room for egos at Shanghai-based island6 gallery, where artists work as a team
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Global public opinion poll reveals negative view of China
— October 14, 2013China could do with an image makeover, judging by the increasingly negative perceptions of the country revealed in a global public opinion poll
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My life: Ma Jian
— November 10, 2013The London-based dissident novelist talks to Kate Whitehead about the Cultural Revolution, challenging the Party and finding a place to call home
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The North Korean Fashion Customer
— October 28, 2013Thoughts of North Korea and its citizens’ wardrobes are likely to conjure up images of drab dresses or military uniforms.
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Macau’s best casinos
— October 22, 2013The secret to enjoying Macau is figuring out which house is best for you
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Hong Kong International Literary Festival revamp
— October 20, 2013The Hong Kong International Literary Festival has had a shake-up – it has a new manager, new faces on the board and a good line-up secured for the festival, which takes place November 1-10.
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11 things to know before visiting Myanmar
— October 8, 2013How do Burmese punks keep their mohawks standing tall?
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