adb2014

Apr 13, 2016 14:25

Around China : adb2014 commented on news Shanghai Couple Fined and Jailed for Selling Fake New Balance Sneakers

Not to say that what they did was wrong but isn't the shop the last links in a long chain? Will the police now try to find out where they came from in the first place or are the only attacking the system instead of the cause? Full Comment>>

adb2014

Apr 13, 2016 14:12

Around China : adb2014 commented on news 13 North Koreans Working in China Defect to South Korea

So after North Korea, even China wasn't worth hanging around? What happened to the Chinese dream? Full Comment>>

adb2014

Apr 13, 2016 14:05

Articles : adb2014 commented on news 5 More Overrated Foreign Brands that Chinese Love (Part II)

Chinese are flocking to these brands not to be 'westernized' or gain face but because they're still much better quality brands than anything made in China. Instead of showing your inferiority complex and bashing anything foreign, why not look at yourself, improve your own products first and stop trying to drag ... Full Comment>>

adb2014

Apr 11, 2016 14:22

Blogs : adb2014 Posted a new blog My Most Memorable Workmates

A little while ago, I posted a blog on memorable flatmates. They were real characters for sure but lately, I’ve been thinking about some of my most memorable coworkers over the years as well. Since starting this ESL teaching gig almost 7 years ago, I’ve lost count of the number of teachers I’ve worked with (maybe ...

adb2014

Apr 08, 2016 12:49

Articles : adb2014 commented on news English Phrases in China that Drive Me Nuts

Oh, I've just remembered "How do you think of..." I see this a lot. Full Comment>>

adb2014

Apr 07, 2016 13:55

Articles : adb2014 commented on news English Phrases in China that Drive Me Nuts

I didn't include those because I don't hear them often enough to get irritated by them. Keep in mind that this is based only on my personal experience and not meant to be read as a comprehensive A-Z list. Full Comment>>

adb2014

Mar 31, 2016 10:06

Around China : adb2014 commented on news Tianjin Woman Threatens to Jump from Building if Boyfriend Doesn’t Apologize on Knees

Unifortunately, I've seen this many times before - single princesses who are spoilt by mummy and daddy. They grow up without the ability to share, resolve conflicts or emphasise with others because they got what they want all the time. They are not encouraged to look after themselves because they're told that their ... Full Comment>>

adb2014

Mar 20, 2016 23:22

Articles : adb2014 commented on news East vs. West: When Parenting Styles Clash

Or South Brisbane Full Comment>>

adb2014

Mar 18, 2016 23:39

Articles : adb2014 commented on news East vs. West: When Parenting Styles Clash

Completely wrong on both counts, I'm afraid. In regards to the second point, I do agree that China has an interesting culture. However, there's nothing cultural about crapping on the street right in front of a public toilet; that's just dirty and lazy. I live in Guangzhou (one of the big three cities) and I see kids ... Full Comment>>

adb2014

Mar 16, 2016 11:55

Around China : adb2014 commented on news Cost of Living in Shanghai Now as High as Tokyo

One of China's main selling points has always been the low cost of living. However,it's increased so much in the major cities that I'd be no worse off in Australia. Healthcare and education for example,is cheaper back home and much better quality. Anyone who moves to China will do it for the cultural experience but ... Full Comment>>

adb2014

Mar 10, 2016 10:17

Around China : adb2014 commented on news Man Hit Wife For Disconnecting The Wifi

I was just thinking the same thing. How old are these people, in the 30s? No doubt the husband got a lecture and smacked bottom for his behaviour (sarcasm intended) Full Comment>>

adb2014

Mar 10, 2016 10:12

Articles : adb2014 commented on news Number of Foreign Thieves in Shanghai on the Rise

Meanwhile in China, Chengguan gangs are beating up old fruit vendors, taxi drivers are charging foreigners up to three times the going rate, government officials are somehow buying luxury villas on a 7000 a month salary... Full Comment>>

adb2014

Mar 08, 2016 15:37

Articles : adb2014 commented on news Number of Foreign Thieves in Shanghai on the Rise

Oh great, another attempt to whip up anti-foreigner sentiments. In the meantime, some Chinese gangsters were killed while trying to rob a gun shop in Thailand and they've been all but forgotten already. Full Comment>>

adb2014

Mar 08, 2016 15:30

Blogs : adb2014 Posted a new blog East v West - When Parenting Styles Clash

Life as a parent can be difficult. It’s tiring, stressful, kills your social life and can be a big emotional and financial drain. However, these are mere irritations compared to the challenges of raising kids in a different culture, in a family with completely different methods to my own. As well as learning on the ...

adb2014

Mar 08, 2016 00:08

Blogs : adb2014 commented on arlenemae 's blog getting a job, is really a challenge!

Honestly, I don't think teaching English in China is a way to get your family financially ahead. I also have two kids and am on what's considered a pretty goos salary as a teacher. However, it mainly covers the bills and anything that's left over goes towards the kids. It's hard to get a part time job to top up my ... Full Comment>>

adb2014

Mar 02, 2016 15:47

Around China : adb2014 commented on news Beijing Man Awarded 3,000 Yuan for Falsely Accusing Foreigner of Terrorist Activity

Having a bad day? Full Comment>>

adb2014

Mar 01, 2016 13:46

Articles : adb2014 commented on news The Relationship Minefield: 4 Challenges for Multicultural Couples

Werll then, good luck to you :) Full Comment>>

adb2014

Feb 03, 2016 22:24

Around China : adb2014 commented on news Kunming Locals Call Police on Foreigners Pretending to Shoot Birds

What were they doing, just pointing them and yelling "pow, pow, pow?" Full Comment>>

adb2014

Jan 27, 2016 22:13

Around China : adb2014 commented on news Woman Steals Husband’s Car to Force Him to Spend CNY with Her Parents

Oh, good god. This is why people think Chinese women are crazy. Full Comment>>

adb2014

Nov 25, 2015 15:23

Blogs : adb2014 Posted a new blog Why Chinese Couples Now (In My Opinion) Prefer Daughters

For so long I was lead to believe that all expectant Chinese couples prefer boys. Maybe in many small-mid sized cities, that's still very much the case. Here in the first-tier city of Guangzhou however, I've noticed a change of attitude from many expectant parents in my work and social life. Along with the abolition ...

adb2014

Nov 03, 2015 01:27

Around China : adb2014 commented on news Netizen Debate: Should New Mothers Breastfeed in Public?

Well, almost all of these behaviours are done by men. China is very much a male-dominated society, so that's why behaviour like that can pass without too much fuss. Just my two cents worth. Full Comment>>

adb2014

Oct 06, 2015 23:57

Blogs : adb2014 Posted a new blog Shopping Experiences in China

This blog is aimed mainly at the newer arrivals who are about to go shopping in China for the first time. Whether you choose to frequent the big chain department stores or the thousands of 'hole in the wall' stores in any city, here are some important things I've learned.1. Shopping dialogues in textbooks are ...

adb2014

Aug 28, 2015 12:42

Around China : adb2014 commented on news China Considers Proposal for Medals for Outstanding Foreigners

Been in China longer than 5 years? That alone deserves a medal! Full Comment>>

adb2014

Aug 25, 2015 15:08

Around China : adb2014 commented on news American and Pakistani Teachers Deported in Shanxi for Working Illegally

I read about this in the newspaper as well. If they were working illegally and had to deported, then fine. However, there's no mention of their companies or recruiters facing any action. Shouldn't they be held mainly responsible? Full Comment>>

adb2014

Aug 10, 2015 15:47

Around China : adb2014 commented on news China's Ning Zetao Makes History With Swimming Gold Medal

You mean other nations are competing as well? Full Comment>>