Welcoming in the Year of the Ox: Chinese New Year in 2009
Post written by Li, a United Planet Team member I have always loved celebrating Chinese New Year, despite the fact that I am far away from home. It brings back…
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Tibetan Traditional Wedding
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Post written by Caiya, United Planet Team member Weddings are very sacred and inviolable ceremonies in nations the world over. They give insight into a country’s national traditions, customs and…
Starting a new life
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Post written by Albert Flannery, a United Planet Volunteer. When I landed in Chengdu, I was met by two wonderful people: Professor Nie and Vanya a student at the Chengdu…
Beijing Olympics
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Post written by Li, a United Planet team member. There is only one day left before the opening ceremonies of the 2008 Olympic Games, which will be held in Beijing,…
Boston Dragon Boat Festival
Several of us from the United Planet team met in Harvard Square last Sunday to see the Boston Dragon Boat Festival. The descendant of an ancient Chinese celebration, the Boston…
