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A Parade That Kicks Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 8:06PMStudents of Laguna Beach’s United Studios of Self Defense kicked their way along the Patriot’s Day Parade on March 6, celebrating the studio’s sixth appearance in the event and 16 years teaching kids and adults how to protect themselves through martial arts training. read more
North Central Community Calendar – March 18 Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 3:40PMPost your public events from Stone Oak to north of downtown.
The ancient art of ‘changing faces’ Wednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 8:42PMSIBU: The performer, attired in brightly coloured costume, takes but a fleeting second to change his mask (face) for the many characters he acts out.
ShoWest 2010: First Look at The Karate Kid Wednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 8:19PMIt’s dangerous territory remaking the 1984 cult classic that brought us “wax on, wax off.” The 2010 version of The Karate Kid is simply a remake of the original premise but set in a different location. The film is produced by Will Smith, and is directed by Howard Zwart. In the film Jaden Smith stars in the the lead as a [...]
Sports briefs: Sierra Summit purchase agreement signed Wednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 11:04AMTim Cohee, a senior executive at Kirkwood Mountain Resort near Lake Tahoe, inched closer to becoming
Fil-Am fighter to promote Muay Thai in RP Wednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 5:37AMMANILA, Philippines – Filipino-American Vince Soberano has arrived here on Wednesday to help promote “Muay Thai” in the Philippines.
Sierra Summit purchase agreement signed Wednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 1:00AMIN BRIEF Bee staff and news services
Heroes of Three Kingdoms Officially Unveiled Tuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 10:27AMPerfect World Entertainment has announced that it will be bringing Heroes of Three Kingdoms to North America and that the closed beta is nearing its start. Check out the official word and find out how to get your closed beta key after the jump. Comment | View Article
Martial Empires Enterting Closed Beta Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 9:42PMGamigo has announced that the latest addition to its stable of MMOs, Martial Empires, is now entering the closed beta stage for English language deployment. Find out more about Martial Empires by clicking below. Comment | View Article
Swimming relay team picking up speed Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 12:17AMThe age 9 to 10 200-yard medley relay team from the Fox Valley Swim Team has been quick in the water of late.
Chinese Version Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 7:49PMUnder the ancient Chu state, Shanghai was one of the fiefdoms ruled by Lord Chunshen. Flanked by rivers and dotted with lakes, it adjoined Canghai in the east and Kuaiji in the south. Blessed with an abundance of fish and salt, its residents enjoyed flourishing trade.
The Language Of Film In Cinemarehiyon 2010 Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 1:29PMThe democratization of moviemaking, aided largely by now-affordable technology, has empowered many a filmmaker who, in previous years, did not have access to the tools to help them tell their stories.
Around Town: Martial arts master Yang ‘teaches other masters’ Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 12:09PMKnown as Master Sifu Jeff Yang in martial arts, Jeff Yang, owner of Manchu Cafe and Kong Han Kung Fu School, both in Jackson Township, was invited to China to train at the Shaolin Temple with the revered monks.
Rising taekwondo star sets sights on Asian Games Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 4:43AMTAEKWONDO jin Marlon Avenido, who was named the 72nd University Athletic Association of the Philippines Athlete of the Year last Thursday, wants to add another medal to his collection when he sees action in the Asian Games in Guangzhou, China later this year.
Asian Games gold target of UAAP’s best athlete Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 5:00PMThis University of Santo Tomas taekwondo-jin aims to conquer the continent before the year ends.
Top six dynasties throughout time Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 1:33AMBy Evan Connet Diversions I write this article at a crossroads. This is the last issue of our beloved Diversions section that will be published under the strong, guiding (and slightly weird) hand of our editor, my friend, Craig Bidiman. My fellow Diversions writer, Ross Leonard, whom you might know as the guy who got most of the cool movie reviews right before I could call them, is taking the ...
Calls for more cinemas in China Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 6:11PMThe movie business is one of the fatest growing industries in China.
Berkeley Calendar Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:41PMBlack Repetory Group — A show to benefit the ARTSPARK Festival, 4 p.m. March 14, $20, Black Repetory Theater, 3201 Adeline St., for tickets call 510-915-4313.
Recreation calendar 3/11 Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 11:46AMSubmit items to Sports Recreation Calendar, The Fresno Bee, 1626 E St., Fresno, CA 93786; fax to (55
Bluejacket Candidate HM3 David Polse Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 10:57AMChina Lake, Calif. - Bluejacket Candidate Petty Officer David Polse reported aboard China Lake in May 2008, after joining the Navy in July 2007. He works at the Branch Medical Clinic as a Navy Corpsman, in charge of immunizations, patient check in, and equipment sterilization.
Shaler Area sixth-graders to represent United States as student ambassadors Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 2:38AMTwo sixth-graders from Shaler Area Elementary School will represent their country this summer as student ambassadors. read more »
Kung-fu group returns under new instructor Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 5:04PMA LONG-established martial arts club in the Borders has reconstituted itself under a new instructor and is now looking to the future with renewed confidence. (10/03/2010 16:24:43)
Go & Do: March 11 Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 4:44PMMANATEE
Wrestling helps brothers grapple with challenges Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 2:27PMA 7-year-old Hudson boy, and the brother who donated his bone marrow to him when he was diagnosed with leukemia five years ago, recently brought home medals from the North American Grappling Assoc. New England Championship Tournament in Twin River, R.I.
Vibrant show marks the MCA 61st anniversary Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:57PMPolitics took a backseat when MCA leaders and their supporters celebrated the party’s 61st anniversary at Wisma MCA in Kuala Lumpur last weekend.
Yuma karate students learn from Shaolin monk Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:59PMThe martial arts students who take karate classes once a week at the Yuma Boys and Girls Club were treated to a demonstration by a real Shaolin monk Friday.
The Karate Kid . . . Again Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 11:09AMImpressive trailer, but can it raise goose bumps like the original? Isabel Betancourt The Karate Kid has a place on the “greatest of all times” list. It is a film that is still prominent to this day due in part to a strong 80s era soundtrack and triumphant story of the local underdog. When this kind of magic is created, it is often dangerous to risk improving on a classic.
CiB Net Station adds new online games Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 5:12AMLoong Online is the latest massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) from China that transports gamers back to ancient China to play as a warrior fighting for a guild or on their own.
Berkeley calendar for March 5 Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 12:41PMArt House Gallery — Freddie Roulette playing the blues, 8 p.m. March 5, $10/$15, 2905 Shattuck Ave., 510-472-3170.
Letters to the Editor: March 3, 2010 Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 8:28AMLetters to the Editor: March 3, 2010
Local news Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 9:02PMChinese doctor hangs shingle on Broadway Dr. Daniel C. Wang, doctor of acupuncture and Asian medicine, has joined Dr. Christina Campbell in practice at Health Psychology: Healing Arts and Sciences, on Bridgeway, in Sausalito.
FUNi First Look: Kenichi Season 2 Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 4:16PMThe return of Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple is quite the welcome thing as the first season surprised us with how much fun it was with its mixed martial arts fighting. Focusing on a young man named Kenichi who wants to get stronger so he can protect a girl he likes, a girl who is a very powerful martial artist herself, the series keeps things moving right along with this set...
China Night offers glimpse into Chinese culture, cuisine Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 11:48PMBy: Molly Young When Lishan Huang and Kaiyan Shi transferred to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in August, they never imagined that six months later they would model ethnic Chinese clothing in front of hundreds of people. ...
Drinking Blood: New Wonders of Alice’s World Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 1:52PMDisney’s second rendering of Lewis Carroll’s fantasy is a world apart from both its 1951 cartoon version and the original Victorian-era text.
Capitol briefs: Items of interest for Feb. 25: Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 12:19AMPERFECT 10: Iowa lawmakers could be the first in the nation to address all 10 of the U.S. Department of Defense’s top quality-of-life issues for military families. All 10 issues have been passed by either the House or the Senate and Democratic leaders said the entire package will be on Gov. Chet Culver’s desk by the time the shortened 2010 session ends. The list includes jobless compensation for ...
Iowa Capitol notebook Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 8:37PMPERFECT 10: Iowa lawmakers could be the firstin the nation to address all 10 of the U.S. Department of Defense ’stop quality-of-life issues for military families. All 10 issueshave been passed by either the House or the Senate, and Democraticleaders said the entire package will be on Gov. Chet Culver’s deskby the time the shortened 2010 session ends. The list includesjobless compensation for ...
Capitol Briefs 2-25 Thursday, February 25, 2010 @ 6:47PMA roundup of legislative and Statehouse items of interest for Thursday, Feb. 25: PERFECT 10: Iowa lawmakers could be the first in the nation to address all 10 of the U.S. Department of Defense’s top quality-of-life issues for military families. All 10 issues have been passed by either the House or the Senate and Democratic leaders [...]
Editor By Day, Kung Fu Master By Night Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 9:08PM“No, I’m not Batman,” said David Wolovsky ‘10. “But if I was, I probably wouldn’t tell you anyway.”
The Karate Kid Theatrical Trailer Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 7:36PMA new trailer has been released for the updated version of the 1984 classic, The Karate Kid. The film stars Jaden Smith in the title role and Jackie Chan as his martial arts mentor and trainer. The first trailer dropped over the Christmas break, and now a couple of months later the new theatrical version [...]
Gutsy gal Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 5:48PMMANY stories have been written about renowned Song Dynasty poet Su Shi, popularly known as Su Dong Po. However, not much is known about his sister, Xiao Mei, who was also very talented.
Taipei Times - archives Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 10:55AMFu Guei Tan Yuan Arts and Culture (富貴陶園) is currently holding exhibitions for Li Shing-lung (李幸龍) and Sun Wen-ben (孫文斌), two of Taiwan’s top ceramicists.
Chinese dance more than ‘fans and ribbons’ Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 10:19AMOcean Rain Chinese dancers Celia Louis, clockwise from rear left, Ling Shao, Wei Chichih and Beggie Kong rehearse for a Feb. 28 show at Spectrum community school theatre.
Pinoys in London celebrate Chinese New Year Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 2:23AMLONDON - Londoners celebrated the Chinese New Year festivities on Sunday, February 21 with visitors to Trafalgar Square, Leicester Square and London Chinatown welcoming in the Year of the Tiger with Chinese arts, entertainment from both international and home-grown Chinese artists, food, firecrackers and fireworks display.
ENTERTAINMENT: Striking a balance Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 10:39AMIt may be a martial arts movie but 14 Blades also focuses on other factors, especially human ones, writes WENDY WONG. FILMED at the Hengdian World Film Studio and in the NingXia desert in China, the Chinese martial arts film 14 Blades (now playing in cinemas nationwide) took 2½ months to film.
A vibrant Chinese community Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 9:41AMCORNWALL -The celebration of the Chinese (or Lunar) New Year on Feb. 14 was a time not only for festivities, but renewal and growth. It was, and continues to be, a time to let go of any negativity, and to focus positive energies on the future.[...]
When in doubt, tap it out, acupressure instructor says Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 8:17AMGROVES — In a classic case of “I should have listened to my father,” Lezlie Armentor got misty eyed at his Meridian Tapping Techniques class on Saturday.The acupressure method of “tapping” out negative energy from stress or physical pain has been around for thousands of years in China, and Lester Armentor is determined to spread it around Groves as well.
Hundreds help ring in Chinese New Year Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 12:05AMThe bright and colorful dancers drew cheery applause, but it was the kung fu that really brought out the "oohs" and "aahs."About 300 people attended a celebration of Chinese New Year at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library in East Memphis on Sunday afternoon, honoring 2010 as the "Year of the Tiger."Several troupes of dancers, primarily young girls, entertained before the kung fu.That ...
Local Leads: Chinatown Parade and Naked Intruder Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 8:02AMNeed a quick look at D.C.-area news? Local Leads is your one-stop shop. Read it. Use it. Love it.
Kids learn about lunar calender through trivia, crafts and music Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 6:17AMInside the small suite on the corner of College Avenue and Stuart Street, a large and colorful celebration was taking place Saturday morning.
Ceremony ushers in new martial arts school Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 6:08AMRaymond Legendre Staff Writer THIBODAUX — The area’s newest martial-arts institute showcased the pageantry of traditional Chinese dance, the precision and focus of various fighting disciplines and the wisdom of a kung-fu grand master as it opened its doors to the public Saturday morning.