San Francisco has printed candidate names in Chinese characters since 1999. But now the city is cracking down on ones that some argue go overboard with flattering, flowery phrases.
Tag: Chinese Language
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He Won Election to Canada’s Parliament. Did China Help?
A Canadian rapporteur said there was “well-grounded suspicion” that Han Dong, a member of Parliament from Toronto, may have benefited from support from the Chinese Consulate.
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Taiwan Cuisine and What it Says About Taiwanese Identity
Chefs and restaurant owners are using a multiplicity of ingredients and tastes to reflect Taiwan’s roots, shaping a distinct culinary culture.
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What Happens When You Ask a Chinese Chatbot About Taiwan?
We spoke in Chinese to Baidu’s Ernie and the American standard-bearer, ChatGPT. This is what we found.
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How Can China’s People Demand Freedom if We Can’t Even Say It?
My Chinese generation is losing the ability to express itself.