China
IN ‘THE FOUR SEASONS OF RASCAL,’ TODD CORNELL WRITES A MEMOIR OF A WESTERNER LIVING DEEP INSIDE CHINESE CULTURE, TOLD THROUGH A DOG
“The Four Seasons of Rascal: The Dog From Harbin” by Todd Cornell is a story of love and loss between a man and his dog. It is also a tale steeped in cross-cultural understanding, shaped by years lived between China and the United States.
How Former Issuu.com CEO Joe Hyrkin Used Lessons Learned from a Decade In China To Succeed In Business
For Joe Hyrkin, most of his business skills and acumen were formed on the streets and trains of China.
On the Challenges of Filial Piety While Interacting Across Borders
“You are 34 now, have you considered settling down? When do you think you are ready for a marriage and to build your nuclear family? Eventually, you need to have your life partner and offspring.” “Last week, your grandma didn’t […]
China’s Eileen Gu is the New Face of Professional Skiing
Professional skier Ailing (Eileen) Gu has truly made a name for herself over the past year, and is the new face of professional skiing. At only 18, she has won three Olympic medals, represented the United States and China and […]
Kanye West: A TCK Quadruple Threat, Part 1
Kanye, Swahili for ‘Only One’ Kanye Omari West is an American rapper, record producer, record executive and fashion designer. He was born in Atlanta, Ga., U.S.A., to Black parents. Ray West, his father, is a former Black Panther and was […]
Crystal Liu: Transcultural Artist Fits Perfectly As Mulan
In the Disney live-action movie “Mulan,” there is a brave and handsome girl who plays the title character: Crystal Liu. Many people also learn about this Chinese-American actress through this movie. Born in China and Moves to the U.S. Born […]
Jackie Chan and his Success Built on Commitment and Love for His Heritage
Jackie Chan is one very many famous immigrants to come to the United States in hopes of success and acceptance while staying true to his culture. Background Jackie Chan was born in Chan Kong-sang, Hong Kong. Raised by parents who […]
Yin Yang – Balance between Dark & Light, War & Peace
In the Yi Jing (I Ching), Confucius writes, “一阴一阳之谓道”, which means —“The Two, Yin *Yang, are called The Dao”. The Two are not separate and should, therefore, be thought of as one single unit called Yin Yang. The Chinese understand […]