alpha3305 on news 8 Western Habits Chinese People Find Gross(10 comments)
There are many countries in Europe that have similar issues with these topics. So it's not a 'western' habit. Just a human habit. Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news The Western Influence on China: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly(82 comments)
Why is an article from 6 years ago being re-posted? Clearly this is just 'troll-baiting' people to create an argument. Globalization is happening everywhere to everyone. We are all living this life together. Only together will we survive as a species. Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news 8 Western Foods that Chinese People Find Gross(6 comments)
Generalizing what Chinese people find gross is not correct for this article. The better focus would be "What Western foods young Chinese enjoy but can rarely afford and what Older Chinese don't like". There are many restaurants in Tier 1 and 2 cities that have these foods. But the comparison of Tier 3+ ... Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news 10 University Majors Losing Favor in China (Part 1)(3 comments)
Sounds like the issue is utilizing these skills properly in the Chinese market. People are too worried about how to make money and forgetting the purpose of these skills. Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news 5 Worst Chinese Cities for Foreigners to Live in(34 comments)
24 hour sandwich delivery? Where the frak can you get that in the world? Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news Top 5 Viral Videos in China 2016(2 comments)
If these are videos are viral in China, then why are they sourcing Youtube? Wouldn't the logical thing be to source Youku or wherever the video originated from? Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news How to Register Your Phone for China’s New Real-Name Requirement(5 comments)
Registering your phone in China...Step 1 get a local Chinese person...Step 2 refer to step 1 for everything. HaHa Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news Eleven Myanmar Men Caught Without Proper Immigration Papers in Nanjing (6 comments)
This might have something to do with the Myanmar president coming to China this week. To show that Myanmar is weaker than China economically and relations are important. Improving their country is one step to stop immigrants invading China. Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news Are Chinese Students Actually the World’s Best Critical Thinkers?(12 comments)
One study is just an interest, not complete fact. Once the study shows some reliability from alternative studies then there may be some general truth behind this. The science community never believes in absolutes, only in possiblities. With multiple types of intelligences for humans, which one are they focusing at ... Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news American Woman Goes on Rampage in Beijing Bar(12 comments)
Because of the language barrier the owner doesn't know why she freaked out but he knows they're American? So after they were arrested and had their information checked, what happened? It's like a teaser story. Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news Police Boot Woman’s Car for 8 Hours for Illegal Park Job (3 comments)
The amount of illegal road activities could net local governments more than enough money for public use. That way they could properly fund the civil services (police, fire response and emergency response). Rather than having people just create a more dangerous environment with neglect, they will be responsible for ... Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news How To: Avoid Employment Scams in China(32 comments)
Giving a copy of your passport is ok. But if they want your real passport then be careful. That's the only ID anyone will acknowledge in this country. You'll be arrested without it. Make sure to keep a copy for yourself in case of emergencies. Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news Smart and Practical: The Best Apps for Travelling in China(20 comments)
There's no doubt that these apps may be useful. But if the companies want more revenue, they could invest in a language conversion algorithm to assist non-Mandarin language users. I've been studying Chinese in my spare time outside 50 hour work schedule. Of course I'm no where near using local apps to my benefit. By ... Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news China’s Population 1.37 Billion, 51% Male in 2015(5 comments)
The country could support the LGBT community and reinforce family values by including these lifestyles. It will lower the birth rate, increase adoption rates and revitalize the economy with a new purpose. A family can't grow if its divided. Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news McDonald’s to Sell All Stores in Hong Kong and China (9 comments)
Some are franchises and some are directly owned/operated by McDonalds. For taxes reasons, franchises are more preferred in some regions of the world. Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news Creative Primary Teacher Uses QR Codes to Collect Homework (4 comments)
A creative method to the strict focus on education. Making sure his students will have an appreciation for proper deadlines and responsibilities. That should be applied more often earlier in education globally. Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news Tesla Model 3: Reservations Available for Customers in China(3 comments)
I would love to buy one if the price wasn't so high. But now that it's more affordable than previously, I think I can save to buy one within the next year or two. I specifically chose not to have a car in China because of the cost of maintenance and such. Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news Lung Cancer Deaths Up 306% in Hebei, Air Pollution Main Culprit (2 comments)
In my opinion, it might just be the lesser of 2 difficult situations. One, control the population growth with governmental control. Two, no government control but population adjust through self control. Survival of the fittest, that's the law of nature. Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news China Hopes to Have Largest Global Box Office Sales by 2017(4 comments)
It's not difficult to make such claims when they control the availability of the movie to the public. Last week was Spring Festival and I wanted to watch the new Star Wars movie with my wife. We decided to wait until we both had free time to see it. Since the movie came out in the beginning of January we figured ... Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news Why China is Hesitant to Send Troops to Fight ISIS(31 comments)
"Western media has stated that the violence in Xinjiang is not terrorism". That's not true, they stated its local terrorism and different from the international type dealt by the other countries. If an international group came to China and initiated the Xinjinag ordeal then the response would have been ... Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news Why Beijing’s University Graduates Are Fleeing the City(5 comments)
This is not unique to only Beijing or distinctively China. Every country has trouble keeping their current generation in traditional movements. Most people 27 and younger are thinking about moving continentally or even abroad for more opportunities. The cost and method of living, internationally, has shifted and now ... Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news Report: More Chinese than Ever Returning After Study Abroad (3 comments)
Even the students who can't go abroad, they don't socialize with the foreign students who are coming to China. Cultural exchange is available, though limited, in China but people need to take the opportunity to engage rather than just distance themselves through technological means. "I wonder what that Turkish ... Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news Love Lost, and Found: 4 Chinese-American Couples and Their Stories(19 comments)
Moral of the story. Just because someone is not Chinese, doesn't make them perfect. Quick decisions often lead to lastly regrets. Anyone interested in a relationship need to deeply connect/learn about each other before sharing a life. Open communication is the key to a lasting love and respect for your partners. Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on news Quick Solve: Foreigners Robbed, Beijing Police Solve the Case in an Hour (12 comments)
He's been arrested previously for theft and is still on the streets? At least 2-5 years for repeated offenses in prison. Full Comment>>
alpha3305 on cwzialor 's blog 12 Types of Foreigners You’ll Definitely Meet in China(10 comments)
A better title would be '12 types of people you'll encounter in your life (anywhere)'. Full Comment>>