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Vol 2 Issue 2

OCT 2006

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ASIA TALK

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Fast + Furious – Jade Motorsports

AT LAST

– Asian-American ‘hip-hopapella’

ASIA NEWS

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Chinese Bridge for American Schools The 2006 International Buddha’s Light Young Adult Conference Hideki Matsui #55

ASIA TRAVEL

012 Baguio: The Summer Capital of the Philippines

ASIA CULTURE

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Between Ignorance and Enlightenment Halloween Special: Yokai & Chinese Ghost Dressing the Part – Korean Hanbok Japanese supplementary school in Orlando

ASIA EATS

024 Review

– Pho Hoa

FENG SHUI

015 Feng Shui is the path of life

ASIA MOVIE

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Infernal Affairs = The Departed

ASIA HEALTH

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Vovinam Vietnamese Martial Arts Nutrition and Exercise: Healthy Balance for a Healthy Heart

ASIA TREND

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ASIA BUSINESS

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Real Estate, Where is it going? Tradeshow Highlights in Asia Network orlando The Art of War

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Dear Asia Trend Readers!

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Greetings into October!

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October is one of my favorite times of the year – this month marks the beginning of the fall season, a huge lineup of events & festivities, and the celebration of yet another issue of the latest in Asian American arts, cultures and events-right here in Central Florida!

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In this issue, we bring you the scenic beauty of Baguio City in the Philippines, a closer look at the Korean national costume, and a self defense course that is the Vietnamese Martial Arts. We also give you the most comprehensive coverage on local events- including the Moon Festival Celebration, Halloween - Japanese and Chinese style, Network Orlando, and an exclusive on Central Florida’s very own, Jade Crew, the inspiration behind their passion and talent for motorsports. Check out the Life in Style section this month for a 411 on maintaining your fabulous mane throughout the rainy day season, the newest must haves for your fall beauty kit. And ﬁnally, a look at the latest music and movies behind the Asian entertainment scene.

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As Asia Trend is incessantly growing, we recognize the amazing feedback and support from all our readers. Please continue to send us your invaluable ideas and contributions, in keeping the original inspiration for an alliance for Central Florida Asian Americans alive. A warm thank you, again and again, to all our readers for making Asia Trend what it is today. Our website, www.asiatrendmagazine.com, is approaching its 10,000 hits mark, which would not have been possible without you. A warm October to everyone!!!

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Vuong Nguyen is a 20 year old marketing major at the University of Central Florida. In high school he served as a Board of Directors representative for the “truth” campaign and helped design the tv commercials, flyers, and statewide events that targeted peers to fight against the big tobacco companies. Vuong also participated in state wide film competitions where he placed four 1st place awards and the best of show award for a documentary labeled Public vs Private schools that he and his twin brother made. Currently Vuong is part owner of a real-estate company named Sun Meridian and the photographer for UCF’s Vietnamese American Student Association and the Asian Pacific American Coalition.

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Fast + Furious

Jade Motorsports

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ASIA TALK

If Hot Import Nights ever starts classifying show teams as professional or amateur, The Jade Crew would be the professionals. –Ben Duen, writer for Import Tuner Magazine

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Asia Trend recognizes the diverse talents of Asian Americans in our community, and ﬁnds a unique story behind members of Jade Motorsports in their aspirations for original passion in the East Coast compact scene, a sport that has become an international phenomenon. Tell us a little bit about Jade Motorsports. We were ofﬁcially established on October 11, 1997 in Orlando, Florida. Since establishment, Jade Motorposrts has had an outstanding track record at winning awards, and titles in addition to receiving industry, media, and public recognition for representing the sports compact scene on the East Coast. From the very beginning when were a bunch of snot-nosed kids doing parking lot car shows, we’ve always supported and will continue to support/promote the ever growing industry and the scene it nurtures. What sets you apart from other car clubs, regionally and nationally? We have the ability to create new and trend setting methods to promote the East Coast sports compact scene while still excelling at current trends and vehicles of promotions.

How have your members come together to establish such a strong passion? We believe the main attribute that makes us so unique is that we are all true friends who share the same passion. The original members have been friends/brothers for over a decade. We are not just a group of people who met at a car show or talked in a website forum and decided to become a team. We are a family who has outlasted practically any crew in the scene’s history and have successfully stayed on top, forever evolving to meet the demands of the ever changing scene. What are some of your past accomplishments in the sport? JM has taken home 13 best crew awards in a row over two seasons including the coveted Hot Import Nights Best Crew awards winning back to back to back in multiple states. If you take a look at our 9 year history,

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ASIA LIFESTYLE Jade is arguably the single most “winningest” crew in Import Car Show history.

What else is keeping the boys busy these days?

Tell us a little about the publicity Jade has created?

Over the last few years, Jade has started to become much more involved on the other side of the industry. Jade members have been used as consultants and advisors for major corporations, some are involved in retail stores like Racing Zone Autohouse, others have positions in companies like Mackin, Volk Racing, Valvoline, and some are even part of the media covering the scene.

Recently, we have acquired massive media exposure and to our credit, Jade had eleven features in various national and international magazines in this year alone including publications in Japan. In addition to the print media, we have been featured on Speedvision, Car Crazy, a number of DVD movies, and have worked with John Singleton and Universal Pictures on the motion picture, “2 Fast 2 Furious” in having our cars featured in the ﬁlm and displayed at the premiere. What are some events to be looking out for in Florida this year? 2006 is a light year as far as Florida events go. This year we are getting a Battle for the Imports, and the two Hot Import Nights, one happened July 8th, 2006, which was a huge success, and the other happening in Miami, coming up December 16th, 2006.

What’s coming up for Jade in the near future? Look for a major revision on the Jade website, expect to see a number of fresh new Jade project cars, keep your eyes peeled for a potential interview on Discovery Channel, don’t be surprised to see a Jade drift car tearing up the circuit, and look forward to something BIG for Jade’s 10 year anniversary in 07.

Everyone and anyone is welcomed to join. There are however a few things we look at. How can someone become a part of Jade? Attend the Jade meetings, show dedication, and win a show. Every situation has been different. All that we can suggest to you is, talk to us and you’ll learn why. For more questions, or if you would like to join us at one of our meetings, please email phliptease@aol.com with “Jade Meeting” in the subject line, or check out the website: www.jadecrew.com. ATM

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AT LAST

ASIA TALK

—Asian-American ‘hip-hopapella’

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AT LAST has been breaking down barriers into the mainstream with their new old school style called ‘hiphopapella’, mixing tight R&B harmonies with hip hop beats. Inﬂuenced by the sounds of classic icons such as Stevie Wonder, Al Green, The Temptations and modern day artists Boyz II Men and Alicia Keys, they write, produce and arrange their own music.  By Cuong Thiet Le

Based out of Los Angeles, CA, it was the love of music and singing that brought the four of them together along with the help and vision of actress, Ming-Na (ER, Joy Luck Club) and producer Eric Zee. They represent the many diverse cultures of Asian-Americans, including Chinese, Korean and Cambodian and all are very proud of their Asian-American heritage. They are also all bi-lingual. AT LAST has appeared in concerts with Justin Timberlake, Destiny’s Child and Boyz II Men, and have performed on such noted shows as “It’s Showtime at the Apollo”, Ed McMahon’s “Next Big Star” and “The Wayne Brady Show,” but most people would know them from their competition on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent.” Asia Trend Magazine correspondent Cuong Thiet Le got a hold of AT LAST for an exclusive interview, believe it or not, through MySpace.com, here’s what went down.

” AT LAST: Hans and Mike had been singing together since high school, and they decided to move to LA to find others who share their passion. We met at an audition and we really hit it off. We realized we shared a lot of the same musical influences and had similar professional aspirations, and with the help of Ming-Na, formed At Last. DJ recently joined after someone dropped out. Cuong: I noticed that on your first full length album, Slow It Down, that there are only three members, but on America’s Got Talent there were four members, how did DJ Say come to join the band? AT LAST: We actually had four guys before the album dropped. When one of the guys left, we had just finished recording everything and decided to release it with just the three of us. However, for our live sets, we simply couldn’t do without the fourth voice. We held a nationwide search and DJ fit exactly

what we were looking for. He jumped right in and a month later we were on NBC singing for primetime America! Cuong: Are there any Asians artists that you look up to? AT LAST: Of course. Hong Kong’s Jackie Cheung is a legend and an amazing vocalist. Solid from Korea are pioneers in their own right, bringing R&B to Korea and the rest of Asia. In fact we’ve done covers of both of these artists at our shows. Cuong: How do you feel about Asian musicians moving to debut in the States? AT LAST: We think it’s awesome. Asian music is becoming more and more global, and if Latin Countries can successfully export the Ricky Martins and the Shakiras, we don’t see why a Rain or a Boa can’t be successful here too.

Cuong: First of all, why the name AT LAST? AT LAST : Growing up, there were no real Asian American role models. So we, like many Asian American kids, often turned to the black community for role models. One of the greatest black role models is of course Dr. Martin Luther King. AT LAST comes from “Free, at last.” Cuong: How did you all meet and what inspired you guys to form At Last? Magazine Online at www.asiatrendmagazine.com

ASIA LIFESTYLE Cuong: How did Ming-Na come to be your Executive Producer? AT LAST: Ming-Na got involved right from the beginning. She shared our vision of getting more exposure for AA artists and felt she could really help, especially with the knowledge and experience she had gained already as one of the most successful AA actresses in entertainment. Cuong: What would you say would be your ﬁrst big break as a group? AT LAST: The thing about this industry is there really is no single big break, at least from our experiences. It’s a bunch of little stepping stones that slowly get you to where you want to be. Winning KIIS FM’s best unsigned band contest was great, and we got to perform at Jingle Ball with Justin Timberlake and Destiny’s Child as a result. So was being on the Steve Harvey Show or Apollo, or Nickelodean’s Drake and Josh. You could say being ﬁnalists on America’s Got Talent was our big break, but a lot of steps came before that, and we will continue to make moves afterwards. If there’s anything we’ve learned

the past few years, it’s that success doesn’t happen overnight. Cuong: Can you each tell me a little about your backgrounds in music? AT LAST: We’ve all been exposed to music from a young age. Hans and Mike sang in church choirs and praise teams at our neighborhood church. We later formed our own singing groups in high school with a few friends. Justin started taking violin and piano lessons since elementary school and went on to graduate from USC with a degree in music recording. DJ began honing his vocal skills by joining his high school choir, and later formed a vocal group in high school with some friends as well. Cuong: In the future, how do you think AsianAmerican artists in the mainstream music media will affect the business?

AT LAST: We think American music markets will become more globalized. The appeal of Asian American artists is the potential to reach huge untapped markets in Asia as well. We’re surprised the American record labels haven’t realized that yet. Cuong: And ﬁnally for our female readers, are any of you guys single? AT LAST: None of us are married, if that’s what you mean. The only thing we’re married to right now is our music... ATM

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ASIA NEWS

400 Education Leaders from Across the Country Travel to China in an Effort to Build and Expand Chinese Foreign Language Programs in U.S. Schools In an effort to build and expand Chinese language programs in U.S. schools, 400 U.S. school and district leaders traveled to China for a one-week (June 27 – July 5) educational tour to learn about Chinese culture and language. The event represented a rare opportunity for school decision-makers to experience China firsthand, learn about the culture, and see the dramatic pace of change under way in the world’s most populated nation. Beyond the benefit of cultural enrichment, this tour was expected to provide incentives and strategies for the educators to return to the United States better able to support the growth of Chinese programs in their own schools and districts. “We appreciate the support of Hanban, China’s Office of Chinese Language Council International which enables more American students to learn the Chinese language, discover the vibrant culture of China, and participate more fully in the cultural exchange between our two countries,” said College Board President Gaston Caperton. “More than 200 million children in China are studying English, yet only 24,000 children in the United States are studying Chinese. In addition, China’s tremendous economic growth will create new opportunities and challenges for our country. It’s time that we offer a twenty-first-century choice to our students.”

In an Advanced Placement Program® (AP®) survey conducted in 2004, nearly 2,400 high schools expressed an interest in offering the AP Chinese course in 2006-07, but for many of these schools, this goal may go unrealized. They either are understaffed or have no teacher of Chinese, and many see no prospect of finding the teachers necessary to build their programs. This increasingly common predicament underscores the critical shortage of qualified teachers of Chinese in the United States. According to the Chinese Language Association of Secondary-Elementary Schools, there are currently only about 250 Chinese language teachers in U.S. secondary schools. Over the next three years 250 guest teachers from China will be placed in American classrooms. The plan will also enable the College Board to support nearly 300 American teacher candidates in their efforts to attain state certification to teach Chinese. This summer, 60 American teachers of Chinese will benefit from intensive, three-week Summer Institutes to be held at Beijing Normal University and Shanghai International Studies University. These programs will expand to include greater numbers of teachers and to involve cities beyond Beijing and Shanghai in the coming years. In all, nearly 600 current and aspiring American teachers of Chinese

will have access to these programs over the next ﬁve years. For a list of educators participating in the educational tour of China, or for high-resolution pictures from the trip, e-mail Jennifer Topiel at jtopiel@collegeboard.org. To locate a school near you that has a Chinese language program, visit the Asia Society’s school directory at: http://www.askasia.org/chinese/schooldirectory.htm. ATM

Established by the Chinese government in 1987, Hanban is the nation’s ofﬁcial agency authorized to promote Chinese language and culture internationally.

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COMMUNITY LINKS

“Tour of Asia” by ASA of UCF on Sep 23th, 2006 My wife and I went to the “Tour of Asia” event by ASA of UCF in the evening of Saturday, the 23rd of September, 2006 just to show our faces as a showing of support. But we had no idea that we were going to be treated with one of the most entertaining events we’ve ever experienced. Some years ago, I was the faculty advisor to an organization at Michigan State University similar to the ASA of UCF. During my tenure there, we held numerous events on Asian culture, and we’ve since attended many such events in different States. This one at UCF on last Saturday was by far the most outstanding in its production, presentation and entertainment value. It was a non-stop 2½-hour worth extravaganza. The Pegasus hall was ﬁlled with laughter and applauds for the entire period. My facial muscles had a good workout as I didn’t stopped smiling or laughing the whole time. The acrobat shows by Dragon Legend representing China, which easily is the world’s best, at the end was another jawdropping and eye-popping performance by several pre-teens and early teens. Other performances preceding the acrobat, however, were presented by ASA students at UCF. Their outstanding talents in music, dancing and martial arts were in display last Saturday night. Different forms of martial arts originated in Japan, Korea and Vietnam were presented. Skills aside, I never knew martial art presentations could be humorous and downright funny. Dances with origins in Japan, Polynesia, Korea, Vietnam, Thailand, India, and the Philippines were presented. Gorgeous costumes of course, every one of these presentations was delightful and fun to

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watch. Perhaps due to my limited prior exposure to them, but I found the dances of India and Polynesia were particularly enchanting. I saw the two Philipino dances before, but it’s always a joy to see the brilliant performances. The dances by the 4-Seasons of Vietnam and by the hip-hop groups had brilliant choreography and were presented delightfully. The occasion was much more than just get together having a party. This was a production. Those who played the roles of producers, directors, designers, and technicians all did a phenomenal job, and some might’ve discovered the talent that they didn’t know they have. The program booklet was elegantly done. The video presentations were brief, concise and very entertaining. Although the performances were on the stage, but the whole event was in a party atmosphere, and

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the two MCs were at least partially responsible for it. In addition to doing a great job MCing, they appeared to have a great time themselves and they quickly wrapped the whole audience up in their enthusiasm. We saw a large group of decent young Asian-Americans congregate for a party that Saturday night. They were celebrating their own ethnic background by wearing their ethnic clothing, presenting their ethnic foods, even using their own languages occasionally, in addition to display their talent in different forms of arts on stage. We were gratiﬁed in witnessing the camaraderie and warm fellowship across ethnic lines. In providing a platform to accommodate such fellowship, the ASA is serving its mission indeed and ASA and its advisor, Karen Nguyen, are to be congratulated. ATM

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Baguio: The Summer Capital of the Philippines Capture the lush beauties of nature and serene atmosphere of scenic beauty in the historic city of Baguio, Philippines.

aguio, the summer capital of Philippines, is amongst the most beautiful and popular tourist destinations in Southeast Asia. Situated at the Cordillera Mountain Ranges 5,000 feet above sea level in the Northern part of Luzon Island, Baguio is one of the greenest and cleanest cities in the Philippines. The city boasts a pleasant and cool climate all round the year, making it a favorite mountain retreat in the country. In addition to the city’s exceptional scenic beauty, Baguio also offers a number of exciting tourist attractions, recreational activities, events and festivities, and great shopping for local souvenirs and handicrafts. Baguio city has become a popular destination attracting thousands of tourists from all around the world every year.

Scenic Attractions National Palace Museum

Burnham Park: Located in the heart of the city, the Burnham Park is the prime tourist attraction in Baguio. The Park features an enchanting artiﬁcial lagoon, a skating rink, a biking zone, a stadium, basketball and tennis

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courts, and a plant market. Mansion House: Built by Americans, it’s the ofﬁcial summer residence of Philippine presidents. Its beautiful landscaped gardens and rectangular pool, never fail to enchant the visitors. It also has a museum of presidential memorabilia. In its close vicinity, there are two beautiful parks namely the Mines View Park and Wright Park. Baguio Cathedral: One of the most visited landmarks in Baguio, it’s a beautiful twin-spire structure with one hundred steps. Set on top of a hill, the Cathedral offers a breathtaking view of the entire commercial hub. Camp John Hay: A former enchantingly beautiful U.S. military base, it offers the best of recreational facilities in Baguio. The Camp houses beautifully designed cottages, an18-hole golf course and bowling lanes among other facilities. Mines Park View: Located amidst the scenic surroundings of lush pine forests, the Mines Park View sits in the peak of the city. The park offers visitors a spectacular view overlooking the ethnic Igorot dwellings, and the silver, gold and ore mines from centuries ago.

Shopping & Dining Baguio boasts of its wide array of locally made crafts and souvenirs for visitors hoping to score a shopping deal or two. Popular items are hand crafted accessories and beaded The Philippine Jeepney is the best way to get around Baguio City.

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jewelry made from local materials. Other items to look out for include hand woven bags, purses, and sweet delights such as jam and peanut brittle. Stop by the busy streets of Session Road, and remember that part of the excitement is bargaining for your deal. The fun does not stop upon sunset in Baguio city. Dining and nightlife is found mainly along Session Road, the bustling hub of commercial activity in Baguio. The whole stretch of Session Road features a array of dining choices. Chinese restaurants offer the fresh and endless varieties of vegetables. More choices can be discovered in the small bars and restaurants that make up Nevada Square in Loakan Road and inside Camp John Hay. Once night falls, artists and street performers crowd the city streets, and make for an interesting indulgence in local culture, arts and performances.

Special Events The most celebrated festival in Baguio City is the annual Flower Festival in February. Similar to the Rose Bowl in California, the streets and parks are flooded with floral decors and parades of ornate floats draw crowds from nearby cities. Baguio City is also a huge golf destination-golf tournaments are scattered throughout the year. The Baguio Arts

Festival in November celebrates local craftsmanship and is another great experience for locals and visitors alike.

Getting Around Taxis are safe and plentiful for tourists. Drivers abide by the meter, and the attractions and shopping destinations is not a problem as they are mostly familiar with all tourist destinations. Jeepneys rides are a must during your visit to the city. They are plenty, and inexpensive, however, make sure to ask drivers and locals for the appropriate route. Terminals are found in Burnham Park and near the City Market.

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Getting There Baguio city is located at about 250 kilometers north of Manila in the Benguet Province in Northern Philippines. From Manila, Baguio is accessible by air and land transportation. Asian Spirit Airline, a local Philippine based carrier, offers 45 minute ﬂights daily to and from the city. Various bus companies, garage cars, and tours operators also provide the transportation from Manila – a 5-6 hour ride through the scenic mountainous roads of Kennon road. ATM

◄The splendor of the Baguio Cathedral, one of Baguio’s major landmarks.

►Shopping for local handicrafts and souvenirs.

▼Luxurious accommodations at The Mansion House.

▼Enjoying an afternoon at Camp John Hay.

▲Indulge your senses in the scenic beauty of the Burnham Park.

◄The overlooking view of Mines Park View.

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Feng Shui is the Path of Life!

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Internal Environmental that affect us? Any clutter to clean up?

rationale: the ﬂow of energies from upstairs directly exiting out the door is not something superstitious, just some common sense. Are the kitchen and bathroom facing each other?

Our homes are overflowing with clutter, and too often, our solution is to move to bigger homes, but the clutter remains. In the home cleaning process, you can clean a room many times but if you do not examine the clutter, it will continue to carry the similar energies. Before applying Feng Shui aids to the home, you need to clean the home to remove the old, stagnant and unkind energies. Clutter is said to produce excessive unkind energies, especially Yin. Ancient Chinese believed that the stagnation of old energies hinders the inflow of new ‘kind’ energies. So next time, when you want to buy new stuff, take the opportunity to get rid of the old stuff. Clear your clutter for new energy! Is your front door facing the staircase? A staircase directly facing the main door is recognized as a ‘leakage’ of wealth. Many of my clients in the United States face the problem of their staircases directly facing the main door and they indeed experience difficulty in sustaining wealth. Avoid such a house setting if possible. However, if it cannot be avoided, the issue can be solved by placing a plant at least three feet tall and with big leafs to sustain the outflow of energy. Take a minute to think of the logic behind such a

A kitchen is ‘ﬁre’ and a bathroom is ‘water’, in accordance with the 5-Elements theory. When ﬁre meets water, the result can be destructive scenarios, such as constant arguments or discord between family members. Take a minute to check if your home contains such a situation. If yes, do not worry, there is always a solution from the Feng Shui perspective. Simply place a green carpet or water plants on either side of the door to produce a “bridging” effect for such a pitfall. You will argue less with your spouse or family members after you take such an action. ATM  By Master Kerby Kuek

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Chiromancy: Chiromancy consists of the practice of evaluating a person’s character or future life by “reading” the palm of that person’s hand. Various “lines” (“heart line”, “life line”, etc.) and “mounts” (or bumps) (chirognomy) , purportedly suggest interpretations by their relative sizes, qualities, and intersections. In some traditions, readers also examine characteristics of the fingers, fingernails, fingerprints and palmar skin patterns (dermatoglyphics), skin texture and color, shape of the palm, and flexibility of the hand. A reader usually begins by reading the person’s ‘dominant hand’ (the hand he or she writes with or uses the most). In some traditions of palmistry, the other hand is believed to carry past-life or karmic information, as well as hereditary traits. The basic framework for “Classical” palmistry (the most widely taught and practiced tradition) is rooted in Greek mythology. Each area of the palm and fingers is related to a god or goddess, and the features of that area indicate the nature of the corresponding aspect of the subject. For example, the ring finger is associated with the Greek god Apollo; characteristics of the ring finger are tied to the subject’s dealings with art, music, aesthetics, fame, and harmony. ATM

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Some of the lines of the hand in Palmistry

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ASIA NEWS

The 2006 International Buddha’s Light Young Adult Conference Fo Guang Shan Temple, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, Aug 03, 2006 – Aug. 06, 2006

he mission of Buddha’s Light International Association Florida Young Adult Division (BLIA FL YAD) is to spread the teachings of Buddhism throughout the youth in the communities of Florida. Through various fun and educational events aimed at the current generation, BLIA FL YAD seeks to encourage the growth of future leaders, allowing the youth to learn through actions and lead by example. BLIA FL YAD is an English-based group that is designed for people who are accustomed to Western ideas of a scientific view of life and open-minded discussions. For more information, please visit http://www.ibps.org/florida/flyad.

an, we’ve made us journey to Taiw ro ntu ve le ad r ou g Durin ionships with peop and built great relat s ynd vo frie y t da ea gr ten ny the ma re on world. While we we about lot a rn lea from all around the to ce also got the chan e got the chance age in Taiwan, we’ve s, and cultures. W itie nic eth nging from their many diverse ra over the world, all m fro ale op pe to meet ng Kong, Korea, Br an, to Australia, Ho iw re Ta , we try e er un co Th . re me ho ny mo ia, Japan, and ma an. iw Ta in ing sid zil, France, Indones re ile ngs that we did wh . Due many awesome thi ling and hill climbing ke or sn go to ce an ch enjoy y the all d re ha to t e W n’t ge that we had, we did t I will tha e nc rie to the limited time pe ex t but it was a grea s, itie tiv d to ac itte the rm of pe much re only hout the trip, we we eat to d ha we e er never forget. Throug e was a time wh er Th d. foo e it us ian ca tar eat vege y akin to it be be told, I didn’t reall n th tha tru r If . he ce Ot . en re sil ar in d biz y self-conscious an I’ve trip s thi to made me feel reall ks an nt by smoothly. Th d that, everything we the planet Earth an ople from all over , pe t ain ag m the e se met many grea n t wish that I ca jus I w No n m. ca I the n befriended being. Until the likely for the time rebut that is very un h MSN, which is a ug tho m ch with the always keep in tou  By Hieu Le ally great thing.

As this is my seco nd conference, I lea about Buddhism an rn more and more d leadership. Both of them have a lot do with each other. to You do not have to be a president or so one in authority to me lead. Buddhism tea ches us to work tog peacefully and the ether refore lead together. In Taiwan we had ma lectures and class ny es. One of the lec tures/class was the ing of experiences shar. This was when the leaders or voluntee several groups sp rs of oke about their ex periences with the and YAD. Each ha temple d their story of why they were so devo then begin to think ted. I why I wanted to be a part of my YAD an active, because I wa d be nt to see FL-YAD pr ogress into somethi bigger. Also I have ng learned a lot abou t Buddhism that I incorporate into my can life to make it bette r for myself and oth around me. This ch ers ange in my life is so mething I would lik keep and learn mo e to re about. I have gained so much experience form this trip and very grateful for ou I am r Shi-fus and the temple for being so portive. I especially supam grateful for Vene rable Chueh Yang make not only our for attendance to Taiw an’s Conference bu erything she has do t evne and gone throu gh us. I know it must have been easy to not handle 10 youths along with all her work. I am also ve other ry thankful to ever yone in the temple has donated any tim who e or money to us. I would like to ensu them that none of re their efforts have be en wasted for I fee have all gained so l we mething from being in our group or simply the temple. in

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ASIA CULTURE

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When noisy, temper your mind; When quiet, cultivate your mind; When sitting, guard your mind; When walking, examine your mind; When talking, inspect your mind; When moving, control your mind.

In handling different situations, some people get nervous easily while others remain relaxed and take things in stride. To accomplish a job on time is a matter of course if we remain calm; if we panic, it is difficult to do a good job. We should always be composed in whatever we are doing, taking things one step at a time, and finishing them one after another. However, taking things a step at a time does not mean slowing down or delaying matters. If we simply go through the motions and take on easy things, we are wasting time and not doing a good job. The best attitude, therefore, is to be relaxed without panicking. Human beings easily make mistakes when in a panic. For example, we may say the wrong things and mess up what we intend to do, open the wrong mail, knock on the wrong door, take the wrong medicine, or even mistake something inedible as food. If we panic when driving, we may even step on the gas instead of the brakes, which could be devastating! There was once a woman who panicked easily. One day, she received an emergency call from her folks. She immediately grabbed her baby from her bed and began running to their house. On the way, she went through a melon patch and, in the rush, tripped over the vines. Her baby fell from her arms into the field. She got up and picked up her child, then hastily went on her way. But after she got to the house, she discovered that she was not carrying her baby; it was only a big melon! In her consternation, she broke down in tears. Upon seeing this, her elder brothers calmed her down and then went with her to the melon patch to look for her baby. However, the baby was nowhere to be found. They only found a pillow, which evidently was what she had carried out from her home in the first place. The anxious woman then hurried home with her pillow, only to discover that her baby was still sound asleep in her bed. Upon hearing her story, her in-laws burst out laughing and exclaimed, “You are too easily panic-stricken!” In our everyday lives, such scenarios take place frequently. Those waiting for mail from their special someone are restless all day long, and others watching the stock market skyrocketing or plunging are at their its’ end, not knowing what to do in the meantime. Some sweat profusely over small matters and others simply lose control in a blind rush. Whether we are panicked or nervous, we often ruin whatever we set out to accomplish. We should stay calm and think clearly in anything we do, because when we panic, we may say something we regret, make the wrong decision, lose the balance of body and mind, or cloud our perspectives. To panic is to err. We should all beware!  By Venerable Master Hsing Yun www.ibps.org/florida

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Unique products from Japan “This type of T-shirts is popular in Japan recently,” Aki showed me his T-shirt with Kimuraya logo print. “UNIQLO started to produce and sell T-shirts with different types of company logos. They are unique and quite reasonable.” He was excited to show this to me. A fast growing apparel company, UNIQLO collaborated with various companies to create the series of ‘Collabo T-shirts’. You can now select from 108 designs, based on the corporate logos of a German pharmaceutical company or a Swiss watchmaker, and not only Japanese companies.  By Teri Mitchell

100 Million Yen Yakikama Inside is a sheet of processed fish which is one of the popular seafood snacks in Japan. This is made with ground fish meat and some seasonings. Hummm…difficult to break the package…! ‘100 million yen is not the price of the product, by the way.’

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Hideki Matsui #55 松井秀喜

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 By Teri Mitchell

New York Yankees / Left Field / Height: 6‘2” Weight: 230 lbs. / Bats: L Throws: R / Born: Jun 12, 1974 Hideki Matsui known as Godzilla

a When he ﬁrst came to America to play for the legendary New York Yankees, he bowed his head and apologized profusely to team management, teammates and the fans. And then he expressed more contrition for his selﬁshness. At one point, on the verge of tears, he said: “I hope people don’t think I’m a traitor.” What a decent person he is… For nine years at the Giants, this slugger never missed a game, despite a variety of injuries. Matsui’s streak of 1,250 consecutive games played is the second longest in Japan. This power hitter also remained a nice guy, always ready to accommodate his adoring Japanese fans with an autograph. He seems to be a living monument to the words of Yomiuri founder Matsutaro Shoriki, whose deathbed wish several decades ago was “May the Giants always be strong, and may they always be gentlemen.” Matsui’s decision was largely applauded by the baseball-viewing public. Their feelings were summed up by Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi who told TV reporters, “It’s sad he won’t be at the stadiums in our country any more, but on the other hand, more and more Japanese sportsmen are making their mark on the world stage. I think that is admirable.” Matsui insists that he loves his fans. He says it’s because “it is the duty of a baseball player to do so”. Talking to the press, he

says ”and signing autographs as often as I can is my way of fulfilling my obligations as a player.” It is a view decidedly out of sync with the vast majority of current major leaguers. In his hometown of Ishikawa, many people visit Matsui Hideki Baseball Museum. When he came back to the field on September 13th, he was filled with joy and so encouraged by his fans’ cheers. “I will do my best to make up the 4-month blank and please them in return,” says Matsui.

The day we met Matsui On August 4th, my guests from Japan got to meet him unexpectedly. So did I. We were on I-4 merging into I-275 in Tampa heading to St. Petersburg. Our plan was, after getting off I-275 at Exit 41b, to have lunch somewhere on Dale Mabry Hwy. When we were very close to Exit 41c which is before 41b, Aki (one of my guests) began to say “Ohhh, here’s Legends Field. Matsui is rehabilitating somewhere around here. This must be it. We may be able to see him.” It was very quick of us to alter our plan and get off at Exit 41c. It wasn’t long at all before we saw a little crowd and found the place. We parked our car and waited with the crowd – They were the press. In a couple minutes, a guy showed up, and the crowd approached him. Yes, it was Matsui, really. The three of us were excited, especially Aki who is a baseball ‘Otaku’. As soon as the press ﬁnished their interviews, Matsui quickly started to walk away. “May we have your autograph? We came from Tokyo,” loudly said Aki. Then, Matsui turned and walked back! Aki and Kana (the other guest of mine) handed their brand-new balls

— is from the Ishikawa prefecture in Japan. — attended Seiryo High School in Kanazawa, home to one of Japan’s famous baseball factories. — blasted three home runs into the outfield stands in 1992 Spring national games of high schools, and the monstrous nickname ‘Gojira’(Godzilla) became synonymous wit him. — entered Yomiuri Giants being the No.1 draft choice in 1993. — received many glorious titles during the next ten years, and then was transferred to N.Y. Yankees in 2002. — has been contributing to the Yankees’ victories, as highly valued for his performance on the field. — had been playing games consecutively until broke his left wrist in May. — was under treatment and rehabilitation for 4 months. — is now back on the field

to Matsui, and then he signed his autograph followed by his player number ‘#55’. I am the witness of this precious event for them. I took memorable photos as I was their photographer. As he drove off from Legends Field, we waved him off, and as he put his window down, he waved back in return. ATM

a/ Lt Front: Kana Lt Back: Aki Rt Front: Matsui b/ Matsui signing his autograph c/ Teri in front of the interview scene

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ASIA CULTURE

‘Yokai’ 妖怪 — Japanese monsters

Six years ago I was fortunate enough to go to Japan to help with the construction of Universal Studios in Osaka. It was summer time and I was introduced to one of the main Japanese holidays, Obon. It usually takes place around the second week of August. This holiday is similar to the American Halloween but with the family gathering characteristics of Thanksgiving and Christmas as well. During the summer, art shows tour Japan featuring Japanese mythological monsters, called “yokai”. A business associate and friend, Yoneda-san took me to one of these “strange” art shows as he called them. I was mesmerized. So much history and detail were given to presenting each yokai. Stories of these creatures had been passed down for generations. Sometime during the Edo period collections of paintings were made depicting each of the monsters creating a sort of catalog of them. Japanese children grow up hearing about these stories. When I returned to the USA, I could not find info online and even Japanese vendors at the large comic book conventions could not enlighten me. Much has changed in the past several years. Now I can find info online. Here’s a little of what I have found. Each year Yoneda-san and I exchange monster figurines/toys—especially at Obon and Halloween time. As I understood from my friend, there were basic categories of Japanese monsters. People, animals and inanimate objects could all become yokai. I would like to focus on 3 monsters here. The first is an animal creature that had the head of a bull and the body of a spider or crab and is called ushi-oni. It is a particularly gruesome creature as it resides in the Southern part of the Sea of Japan and consumes any unlucky wanderer it finds on the beach. Simi-

lar versions of this creature live in freshwater or even some on land. Instead of looking like the beautiful woman fish creature that Americans associate with a mermaid, the Japanese version, called a Ningyo is more of a cross between a monkey and a carp. Its scales of gold are what lure people to it and it has a siren like voice. It is considered to be bad luck to people and a sighting of it can indicate that a war is about to begin. Legend says that if one eats the flesh of this creature they will be granted immortality. After a while this longevity becomes a “monkey’s paw” style curse when one grows weary of outliving all their loved ones. The third is more of a category of spirits or ghosts. Yurei were once human but they changed into ghosts instead of passing on to the afterlife. A violent death, lack of proper funeral rituals or a person that had strong emotions can result in the person remaining as a ghost. The female ghosts are often depicted as having long black hair since hair can continue to grow shortly after death and wearing a long flowing white wispy dress. This is symbolic of the funerary robes. Nure-onna is one specific example and is associated with the Ushi-oni. She lures people into holding her baby which then ensnares the victim freezing them to the spot making them easy prey for the ushi-oni.

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ASIA CULTURE Just as the West features Halloween for ghosts and ghouls, the Chinese have a holiday to honor the departed spirits of the underworld.

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There are many ghosts in Chinese culture; they have been worshipped by the Chinese for a few thousand years. While many people believe in ghosts, there are others who don’t. The Chinese people often say, “If you believe it, there will be, but if you don’t, there will not.” The ghost is a classical image in Chinese culture, i.e., the young woman whose face is covered by long black hair, who dies due to misfortune, then comes back for revenge. The word “ghost” for many Chinese conjures up similar images. Often the ghost is a beautiful young woman. The sudden switch from a beautiful girl to a frightening ghost is striking. The seemingly fragile, helpless and beautiful women turning into fearless killers is a favorite theme among Asian movie directors and storywriters. Chinese Ghost Festival Just as the West features Halloween for ghosts and ghouls, the Chinese have a holiday to honor the departed spirits of the underworld — the Chinese Ghost Festival. It is said that ghosts roam the world every year for one lunar month. In some areas of China, visitors can see small roadside ﬁres, where believers burn paper money and other offerings to appease the restless spirits that have temporarily been released from Hades.

The Chinese Ghost Festival is also called “Half July” (Lunar). It is a popular occasion celebrated throughout China on the 15th day of the seventh lunar month. Historically, families offer sacriﬁces of the newly harvested grain to departed ancestors on this day, which also coincides with the Buddhist Ullambana (Deliverance) Festival and the Taoist Chinese Ghost Festival. Since each of these traditions in some way honors the spirits of the departed, the seventh lunar month has come to be known as “Ghost Month” and is a time when the “Good Brethren” (ghosts from the underworld) come back to earth to feast on the victuals offered by the living. Over time the Ullambana Festival and Ghost Festival have melded together to become the present-day Chung Yuan Putu or “Mid-origin Passage to Universal Salvation.” The Chinese believe that the dead become ghosts between heaven and earth. Spirits without descendants to care for them are summoned during the Ghost Festival so that they may also enjoy the warmth of life among the living. This custom -- an extension of the traditional Chinese ethic of “universal love” -- has been woven together with the didactic legend, “Moginlin Saving His Mother From Hades.” It lends the Ghost Festival a positive spin as a time for remembering the importance of ﬁlial piety. People now have inherited releasing river light as an important activity. It is said that river light can comfort and warm homeless ghosts.

In the past, the burial of the dead (cremation is traditionally uncommon) was a matter taken very seriously in Chinese society. Improper funeral arrangements could wreak ill fortune and disaster upon the family of the deceased. To a certain degree, Chinese funeral rites and burial customs were determined by the age of the deceased, the manner of his/her death, his/her status and position in society and his/her marital status. According to Chinese custom, an older person should not show respect to someone younger. Thus, if the deceased was a young bachelor his body could not be brought home but was left at the funeral parlor and the parents could not offer prayers for their son. Since the deceased was unmarried he had no children to perform the rites, which was why the body did not enter the family home. If a baby or child died no funeral rites were performed since respect could not be shown to a younger person. The child was, therefore, buried in silence. Chinese funeral rites for an elderly person must follow the prescribed form and convey the relevant rites that beﬁt the person.  By Mingolo

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Dressing the Part

The Korean Hanbok Celebrating the history, aesthetics and traditions of the Korean culture, the Hanbok has become the pride of the Korean people. The Korean hanbok, an abbreviation of the term Han-guk pokshik (Korean attire), represents one of the most visable treasures of Korean culture. Traditional Korean clothing has its roots dating back as far as the Three Kingdoms Period, as evidenced by wall paintings and sculptures in tombs from this era. During this period, which began with the founding of Koguryo, the hanbok consisted of a two-piece “unisex” outfit. The upper garment of the outfit opened in front and flowed downward below the waist. Ancient Koreans produced upper and lower garments which were beautiful yet suited to the active lifestyle of nomadic hunters. The top portion of the costume is called a jeogori. This piece resembles a delicately embroidered blouse, adorned with long flowing sleeves. Women’s hanbok sleeves are shorter that that of a man’s-which stretches down to the waste band. Women wear long skirts called chima, while men wear baggy pants called paji. Colors and designs of Korean hanboks varied depending on a person’s class structure and occasion. Commoners wore white, except during festivals and special events such as weddings. Clothes for the upper classes were made of bright colors and indicated the wearer’s social status. Glamorous accessories such as jewelry, headdresses and hair pins adorned the outfit, and was common among women of the upper social class. The Hanbok’s original style began to evolve when the country opened itself to Western influences. The most notable change is the simplicity in designs that the new lifestyle dictated. The gradual disappearance of traditional attire as an everyday form of dress was in addition, a result of the country’s modernization and economic development. The hanbok lost popularity in the 1960’s and came to be used only during rituals, and special occasions. Today, the Hanbok is categorized into two types: the traditional and the modified. The traditional hanbok are work for special traditional events such as folk festivals, shamanic, historical dramas or reenactments of palace rituals.The modified versions retain the aesthetic values of the traditional costume, while integrating designs that make the outfit more simplified; thus, more convenient to wear in the modern lifestyle.  By Suzy Guttler

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Phở Hòa is a unique Vietnamese restaurant in a convenient downtown spot in Orlando. Phở (pronounced fuh) means noodles and Hòa (pronounced huh-ah´) means “harmony” in Vietnamese. Tam Le, 25, the owner of Phở Hòa, is a young energetic entrepreneur who is eager to bring his ideas to life. Believe it or not, he has been behind the scenes of the restaurant business for close to 15 years.

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No kidding. At the age of 10 he was washing dishes on the weekends, and by the age of 19 he was managing the family business in Chinatown Boston. Thanh Le, Tam’s dad, is the owner of Phở Hòa Restaurant in Dorchester (Boston) Massachusetts and for 15 years has been known as the best Vietnamese restaurant in Boston. Tam’s operating philosophy focuses on food quality, authenticity, and customer service. According to Tam, “We serve the customers; the customers do not serve us. Therefore, they deserve our best effort and we are always open to suggestions on how we can make the best of their experience at our restaurant.” The emphasis is always on serving topquality, fresh ingredients in all their products and to serve these products in an environment which reﬂects their high standards. ◄PHỞ ĐẶC BIỆT (Special Combination Pho) $5.50

Phở has been famous for its taste and nutrition. The soup is nutritious and relatively low-fat, depending on the chosen meat. It has all the qualities a health-conscious eater would look for. The broth is generally made by boiling beef (and sometimes also chicken), bones, ﬂank steak, and spices, and achieved from hours upon hours of boiling bones and different herbs. “The quality of the soup depends on the care of the chef. Good soup is not difﬁcult to prepare, anyone can follow a recipe. It is the watchful eye and attention to detail the keeps the soup fresh and which sets us apart from our competitors,” illustrates Tam. It takes several hours to prepare and enhance the quality taste of phở. Phở is often garnished on the side with bean sprouts, fresh basil leaves, lime, chili peppers and dipped into hoisin sauce.

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“Infernal Affairs”=“The Departed” Warner Brothers paid $1.75 million for a Hong Kong ﬁlm’s remake rights.

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In the fall of 2002, the extent to which Hong Kong’s film industry had fallen from its heyday was revealed by some startling and dire statistics. Between 1993 and 2001, the number of films produced in Hong Kong fell from 242 to 126, while box office sales dropped from $227 million to $103 million. As a result, funding for new productions has dried up dramatically, while revenue-starved exhibitors are slashing the price of movie tickets. The reasons for the crisis are many, including the successive economic recessions that have battered the former British colony, as well as rampant piracy that makes first-run films available from street peddlers within days (if not on the same day) of theatrical release. In addition, industry observers have cited increased competition from foreign films, singling out Hollywood and South Korea as leading the charge. But despite the picture of doom and gloom, there are still some indications that the Hong Kong film industry still has some life left in it. In 2001, Stephen Chow’s “Shaolin Soccer (Siu Lam Juk Kau)” broke box office records, while “The Eye (Jian gui)” from the summer of 2002 was an exceptional horror film. Released in December of 2002, “Infernal Affairs (Wu jian dao)” is the latest film to challenge the assumption that Hong Kong cinema is dead. Featuring an all-star cast led by Andy Lau (“Full-time Killer”) and Tony Leung (“In the Mood for Love”), and slickly directed by Andrew Lau (whose voluminous filmography “The Storm Riders”), “Infernal Affairs” is

a thoroughly enjoyable and tension-filled catand-mouse crime-thriller. The undercover cop and the undercover criminal become caught up in trying to identify each other while keeping their own identities secret. For those moviegoers expecting John Woo or Tsui Hark-style pyrotechnics, the gunfights are actually few and far between in “Infernal Affairs”. Thankfully, the low action quotient is more than made up for with a great script and strong characters. Unlike most films in the Hong Kong cops-and-triads genre, “Infernal Affairs” is an intelligently plotted thriller oozing of subtlety. The two main characters, Ming and Yan, despite being on opposite sides of the law, are very similar in that they both find themselves trapped by their circumstances. While Yan wants out after having put ten years of his life on hold to infiltrate Sam’s gang, Ming secretly wishes to become a real cop and leave his triad days behind him. In fact, Ming ends up being the most fascinating and complex character in the film, as his desire to turn over a new leaf compels him to commit new crimes in order to bury his past ones. Thankfully, Lau is up to the task in the role of Ming, playing a character with far more subtlety than most of his usual roles. “Infernal Affairs” is also a change of pace for director Andrew Lau, who shares directing credits with co-scribe Alan Mak. Lau does almost everything right in this film, from the pacing, the editing, to the striking cinematography (which was supported by ‘visual con-

無間道風雲 sultant’ Chris Doyle). In addition to breaking box office records in Hong Kong and becoming a highly soughtafter DVD release, “Infernal Affairs” touched off a bidding war in late January of this year among most of the major Hollywood Studios, including DreamWorks, Paramount, and Columbia. In the end, Warner Brothers inked the deal after paying a hefty $1.75 million for the film’s remake rights, which will be produced by Brad Pitt. This is of little surprise, as “Internal Affairs” is certainly one of the best films to come out of Hong Kong in a long time. If the rest of the Hong Kong film industry can create films of equal depth, intelligence, and calibre, then I’m sure that Hong Kong cinema will be around for a very, very long time. Finally, Brad Pitt’s movie “The Departed” is scheduled to release on October 6, 2006. The movie was held up for a while due to Brad’s divorce. The Departed is an American film remake of the popular Hong Kong crime thriller Infernal Affairs 無間道 by renowned filmmaker Martin Scorsese. The film was written by William Monahan, loosely based on an earlier screenplay from Hong Kong, Infernal Affairs, by Felix Chong and Siu Fai Mak.  By Ching Lau

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ASIA BUSINESS

Real Estate, Where Is It Going?

he press is full of stories about the “housing bubble”: has it burst? Is it about to blow? Will it blow? Unfortunately, those are the wrong questions. The proper question should be: Has the over-hyped, hysterical frenzy in the housing industry stopped? The answer is yes. The overheated speculative element – which is the bubble – has burst and a more normal market activity is returning to the real estate market. The National Association of Real Estate Agents reported this past week that home sales plunged by some 37% and that home prices were lower for the ﬁrst time in 11 years. That drop, the association indicated, is probably the last major drop in prices and sales. The situation is apparently stabilizing -- perhaps. But, and that is a big but, that does not mean we are out of the woods in terms of the consequences of the speculative market. The cooling-down period, which we have entered, means that the country will now have to deal with the painful aftereffects of that hyperactivity. We already see home builders cutting back on building projects, forecasting lower earnings and laying of workers. Far fewer new homes are being built. Since the home building market represents a signiﬁcant portion of the workforce, we should now see an increase in unemployment. And with fewer people bringing home a good pay check, other industries will soon show the strains. Whether the real estate decline will have a severe impact on the rest of the economy remains to be seen. Some impact is certain. The good news is that certain commodity pieces have also started to ease off. Gasoline prices have fallen dramatically. In the Orlando

area regular gas can be found at under $2.40. In places like Texas $1.98 per gallon has been reported. The decline in gas prices is only one area of visible price declines. Some building materials have declined as well. All that means that inﬂationary pressures seem to be easing and interest rates may not be going up in the near-term. The other question, and a key question, is whether the improved economic conditions are the result of pre-election political maneuverings. Chances are that the political component of the gasoline price declines is minimal, however. Now, where do we go from here? Will we have a better economic climate as we enter the holiday season? Will 2007 be a better year? No one can answer that question until after the mid-term elections in November.  By Paul Lengemann

Paul Lengemann is a seasoned international ﬁnancial journalist, who has specialized in macroeconomic and political analysis. He has written many articles about foreign exchange, ﬁxed income and equities trading. He used to direct and write for Global Finance Information, Inc, a daily real-time analysis service now part of Thomson One. Mr. Lengemann is semi-retired in Florida. However, in order to keep from being bored, he continues to research and write about economic and political subjects. He also writes about international travel.

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Outstanding foreign loans stand at US$298b by June China’s outstanding foreign loans had reached 297.944 billion U.S. dollars by the end of June, up 6.01 percent or 16.899 billion U.S. dollars over the end of last year, according to a press release of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange. Outstanding short-term loans that should be serviced within a year were valued at 166.294 billion U.S. dollars, representing an increase of 10.151 billion U.S. dollars, or 6.50 percent, over the end of last year. Outstanding loans for long and medium terms in contrast stood at 131.650 billion

U.S. dollars, up 5.40 percent for an increase of 6.748 billion U.S. dollars over the end of 2005. Between January and June, China borrowed 9.877 billion U.S. dollars in registered loans of long and medium terms, up 6.35 percent or 590 million U.S. dollars over the same period last year. Meanwhile, China paid back 8.352 billion U.S dollars in principal, up 44.32 percent year-on-year, and 1.118 billion U.S. dollars in accrual interest, up 7.81 percent year-onyear for an increase of 81 million dollars.

Banks move to attract more SMEs Foreign banks in Lujiazui Finance and Trade Zone of Shanghai. Citigroup Inc, the world’s biggest financial services company, was keen to attract more of China’s small and medium enterprises as potential clients.

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Wine For Asia 2006

Nov 02 - 04 Singapore Expo

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Hong Kong Optical Fair

Nov 08 - 10 Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre

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Franchising China - Beijing

Nov 02 - 03 China World Trade Centre

Convenience store, supermarket, retail, food and beverage, dry cleaning, automobile services, education and training, beauty and health products and services, business services, furniture and interior decoration franchises Tel: (852) -2831-0209

China International Gold, Jewellery & Gem Fair

Nov 02 - 05 Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center

Gold, platinum and silver jewelry, pearls, diamond and gemset jewelry, gold bars, gold coins, gold plates, gold watches and other gold products, Diamonds, Jade, Pearls, Gemstones, Machinery and equipment, Tools and technology, Packaging and display, Related products and services Tel:(852) -2516 1677

Cosmoprof Asia

Nov 15 - 17 Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre

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Auto China 2006

Nov 18 - 27 National Agricultural Exhibition Center (NAEC), Beijing

Automobile supplies and care products, automobile replacement parts, original equipment parts, on-road support and rescue, organization, storage and construction, automotive parts, accessories, tuning parts, specialty gear, performance lines and high-line Tel: (65) -9004-0987

68th China Electronics Fair

Nov 23 - 26

Components, devices, technology for manufacturing computer peripherals, test equipment, electronic components and communication products Tel: (86) 10-51662329

SITEX 2006

Nov 30 Dec 03

Singapore Expo

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ASIA BUSINESS

Network Orlando! Exciting meet n’ greet and networking opportunities were celebrated this past month, at the annual Network Orlando Event, held this year on September 28th at the Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando. The afternoon trade show, held by the Orlando Convention and Visitors’ Bureau featured more than 50 tabletop displays by members of the African American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida, Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando, Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc., Orlando Regional

 By Suzy Guttler

Chamber of Commerce among others. Local Orlando businesses as well as national chains were present, each with beautifully decorated booths and great giveaways. Members from all sectors of the Orlando business community attended creating an overwhelming turnout for this year’s event. To top off the event, delightful cocktails and hors devours were served complementing the Asian fusion/island theme the hotel brings to guests. Additionally, donations were taken for the “Gift of Teaching” cause. Asia Trend Magazine and staff members were present, showcasing the best in our

1. Adrian Parker – Director of WordSpring Discovery Center, Sylvia Davidson – Sheraton Suites Orlando Airport Director of Sales & Marketing, Christie Coleman – Sheraton Suites Orlando Airport Assistant Director of Sales

Asian American community’s events, lifestyles and cultures. Attendees expressed their excitement for such a publication and look forward to future issues of the magazine. A great way to begin our second year of publishing!! ATM

2. Philippine American Chamber of Commerce 3. Shally Wong, Therese Smyntek and Diane Sears 4. Suzy Guttler, Teena Counihan and Shally Wong 5. Robert Yee, Nina Yon, Becky Szymanski, Roberto Acevedo and Glenn Leong 6. Rina Brother (second left), president of Asian American Chamber of Commerce, with the some of the Asian Chamber members

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The Art of War  By Jun Zhu

Sun Tsu’s Art of War is one of the many prestigious Chinese classics. It is wellknown as the Bible of the War for generals and leaders around the world who were relying on its wisdom to guide them through the course of unknown and uncertainty. Some of the most popular phrases in the Art of War are: “There can’t be any failure if you know both your opponent and yourself.”, “Win the war without waging a war”, “Avoid combating against the strength of your enemy, attack on their weakness only.” It provides insights and tactics for war. It is not just a bag of tricks. The Art of War is more of art than of war. It is the philosophy of recognizing, leveraging and empowering the principles. It uses war as discussion points to illustrate ways of being instead of ways of doing. In additional to its intangible art aspect, it is also science with logic and theory. There is an old Chinese saying, “Business world is the battle field.” In today’s unknown and changing world, CEOs are struggling with increasing challenges, complexity and pressures in their daily life. While they are exhausting ideas and strategies, CEOs and leaders are turning to this ancient Chinese wisdom for guidance and insurance. The Art of War is philosophy, theory, strategy, and tactic, all in one. It covers 13 subjects as the following charts. I categorize them into three areas: plan, principle and execution. In the coming issues, I will touch on each subject with my personal inspiration. This is one of the Chinese Classics that are covered at Chinese School on every Saturday from 4pm to 4:45pm. If you have any question or interest in this subject, please contact Jun Zhu at jzhu@alumni. rollins.edu. Next issue will cover “Laying plan”. ATM

Driven by a relentless curiosity, Jun is a passionate student of great companies and inspirational individuals. Jun has earned his MBA from Rollins College and MS Computer Science from Florida Institute of Technology. Jun attended a special course, Creativity In Business©, taught by Michael Ray, a retired professor from Stanford University, who was named as the most creative man in Silicon Valley by Fast Company Magazine. Jun is passionate about innovation, empowerment and philosophy.

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Life in Style 36

 By Suzy Guttler

Huge This Season !

Glamor-eyes Tips

Bare and sheer, nude eyecolors fall quietly into October’s quiet and glamorous look.

Physicians Formula Color Eyes in Champaign. A fun, twist up crayon gives you a sandy, luminous gold shade. $6 at drugstores.

Laura Mercier Eye Basics. This wand gives you a crisp shimmery line, or smudge with your ﬁnger tips for an all over wash. $22 at amazon. com.

LORAC eye shadow. This pale bisque cancels out darkness, great with or without a more obvious shadow over it. $16 at Sephora stores.

Put powder on the eye lid before putting on eye shadow. It will make the color last longer. To make the eyes pop, apply some sheer eye shadow underneath your eyes. It will give the illusion of brighter eyes. Always complement eye shadow with the other makeup colors you are wearing, such as lipstick and blush. You can not go wrong with a pretty shade of pink or nude, not matter what your skin tone.

Editor’s Picks Check out the newest must haves for your beauty tote this month!! Maybelline’s latest eye opener. Lash Stylist Mascara has these two tier combs that create an instant wide eyed, glamorous look! The mascara comes in black and brown, both deliver super thick volume!! Here’s a quick mascara tip for ultra gorgeous lashes: Comb mascara from lash roots to tips in a zigzag motion for a bold, open-eyed effect. Do not let dry between coats.

Essie Gloss-e in Ballet Slippers. Essie has whipped up the lip gloss that’s moisturizing, unbelievable wearable and always appropriate. Introducing Gloss-e, available in six sublime shades for a high-gloss, wet-look ﬁnish and super conditioning that lasts and lasts without stickiness. $13. 800-232-1155 for Stores.

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Lucky Number 6 Frangrance by Liz Claiborne. For good fortune & happiness, mist on this ﬂower-full blend of harmonious lotus, tiger lily, cashmere woods and jasmine. And not to mention, the ultra cute Asian inspired bottled. $60 at Macy’s.

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Creams and Lotions. For desired texture, warm between hands and smooth into towel-dried ends. Let dry for a few minutes and twist for deﬁnition. To refresh the look during the day, repeat the steps, using a little less product.

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Têt Trung Thu

– Mid-Autumn (Moon) Festival Celebration October 8th, 2006 presented by Vietnamese American Student Association of UCF

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Têt Trung Thu in Tampa

 Photo by Thuy-Tien

COMMUNITY LINKS

Chu’ Tha`nh & Tuan Do (project leader)

VSA Têt Trung Thu event, by VSA (Vietnamese Students Association) at USF

stablished in the mid-autumn of 2003, the Vietnamese Student Association at the University of South Florida aims to uphold the responsibilities to keep our heritage alive, to foster the friendships among the Vietnamese students on and off campus, and to create cultural awareness and appreciation among the fellow students. The purpose of the Vietnamese Student Association is to promote the understanding and enlighten students about the unique aspects of Vietnamese culture and language through activities and social involvement. Contact Information:

Pete (President) - pham2@mail.usf.edu Thao (Vice President) - tttran2@mail.usf.edu

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ASIA HEALTH

Vovinam : Võ ViŒt Nam Vietnamese Martial Arts

Vovinam is a Vietnamese martial arts discipline inspired by the motivation to ﬁnd a way for Vietnamese youths to build cumulative spirit, strong bodies, the ability to defend themselves, and a sense of patriotism and service to their country. With this original inspiration, Vovinam founder, Grandmaster Nguyễn Lộc studied many different martial arts around the world as well as philosophy and literature. In his early twenties, he became an expert and created the Vovinam distinctive martial arts style, using the traditional Vietnamese wrestling and martial arts as the foundation and adding complementary techniques from other martial arts. In 1976, the ﬁrst Vovinam training center in the United States was opened in Houston. Today, 30 years after the fall of South Vietnam, there are Vovinam schools in 20 countries in America, Europe, Africa, and Australia, with more than 20,000 disciples. In the United States, nearly 30 Vovinam schools exist in many major cities, including Washington D.C., Houston, San Jose, Los Angeles, Orlando, Boston, and Chicago. A key appeal of Vovinam to martial art practitioners is its practicality. Vovinam students learn practical, time-tested self-defense and hand to hand combat techniques very early on in their practice. These techniques,

 Compiled By: Suzy Guttler  Photo by Gary Lau & Vuong Nguyen

various elbow attacks, chops, leg sweeps, and blocks, were based on the traditional Vietnamese martial arts and reﬁned through more than 60 years of application in combat. Vovinam moves are always executed in quick, successive, unexpected combination, and thus, give the Vovinam students tactical advantages in real life situations. Experience Vovinam locally in the Orlando area. Orlando Vovinam has continued to build presence in our Asian American community through active participation in local events, cultural fairs and philanthropies. The most recent was the Sept. 23rd Tour of Asia Fair at the University of Central Florida. At this event, students of all age groups displayed their talent in choreographed routines of the Vovinam martial arts form. Look forward to opening of the Vovinam Studio to interested students and individuals coming December of this year. Contact Tom Vu at 407-435-2248 or visit www.vovinamer.com for updated information and news. ATM

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We’re the place to be for America’s leading Vietnamese American clothing line. But don’t think it stops there; we’re also dishing out the freshest news about Vietnamese American culture , news, people and trends. So sit back, put on your What the Pho t-shirt and explore our site and all we have to offer at www.HotAsPho.com!  By Cuong Thiet Le with a very special thanks to Stephanie Snyder and Peter Nguyen

To most people, pho is just a traditional Vietnamese noodle soup—but in the past year, business owner Peter Nguyen has redefined the word in a completely innovative fashion. Through his clothing line Hot as Pho (www.hotaspho.com), he is transforming Vietnamese-American culture in a way that no one else has. “I started Hot as Pho as a project to help unite the Vietnamese American community,” Nguyen said. “Now, it is the #1 Vietnamese American clothing line and Web site.” Upon meeting Nguyen, it is obvious from the start that he is a man with not only determination and drive, but a distinct vision of change. Besides the Hot as Pho clothing line, he is also the coowner of Shox Inc., a million-dollar promotional, web, and marketing firm. The fact that he is only 23 years-old is a true reflection of his work ethic. He aims to empower and educate the younger generation through the Hot as Pho Web site, because “the younger generation is the future of the Vietnamese community.” The clothing line is smart and cutting edge, selling t-shirts branded with such catch phrases as “pho shizzle,” “what the pho,” and “wanna pho?” But don’t be fooled by the trendy, hip feel of Hot as Pho’s apparel: the inspiration behind it runs much deeper. A recent graduate of the University of Florida, Nguyen was raised in San Jose, California and moved to Florida when he was six. “My parents spoke little about their struggles and history,” he said. “I couldn’t count on the public school system to teach me about my culture. If you don’t know where you came from, how are you supposed to know where to go?” The idea for Hot as Pho came about

when Nguyen ﬁrst started college. Around that time, it dawned on him that he knew nothing about the history, culture, or well-being of his country and its people. “Without further progress in instilling one’s culture, there will be no more culture, just watered-down traditions quickly vanishing.” Nguyen also pointed out that in general, Vietnamese culture in the United States is scattered and unconnected. He knew that the Internet would be the best way to solve this problem and connect Vietnamese Americans from all parts of the country. As a result, Hot as Pho was launched in 2005 and has garnered immense popularity in a short amount of time. Besides clothing, the Web site also offers the latest news, trends, and spotlights on Vietnamese individuals making it big. Nguyen himself has earned a few distinctions. He was recognized by the National Advertising Specialties Institute as the Top Minority Business owner (Counselor Magazine, March 2005) and the Nation’s Top 30 under 30 (Counselor Magazine, July 2005). In his career at the University of Florida, he placed top 10 in the world for a math project at the International Science and Engineering Fair. Despite all of the recognition Nguyen has received for his achievements, he remains humble and strives to help the Vietnamese-American community as much as he can. “I have a variety of charities I plan on soon starting that give back to both homeland Vietnam and develop programs in the US,” he said. All of his projects and accomplishments act as a way for him to achieve a greater goal of helping Vietnamese youth and spreading Asian-American awareness nationwide.

“I plan to continue to travel throughout the country and inspire other Vietnamese American youth, mentoring them to overcome any adversity so they can fulﬁll their purpose on Earth and teaching them about their rich history.” In the meantime, Nguyen expects to launch a new line and web site for Hot as Pho in the upcoming months. He is also working on starting a restaurant and three new web-based companies. “I aspire to make Hot as Pho a household name,” he said. Given all that he has accomplished so far, the idea doesn’t seem impossible. What was the inspiration behind the creation of Hot As Pho? What started by the Vietnamese Student Organization at the University of Florida as a hip new shirt for a fundraiser turned into the next Vietnamese obsession. This site was made to empower the Vietnamese community, not through ‘az-n pryde’, but through uniting the growing community of Vietnamese America. Can you give us a brief description of the contents of the Hot As Pho homepage? Our mission is to keep you updated on the latest Vietnamese American news, music, media, fashion, and craze through showcasing Vietnamese lifestyle and culture. We want to do this through building a Vietnamese-American based community on the web. This is made by Vietnamese Americans, for Vietnamese Americans and anyone who wants to learn about our vibrant culture. This site is for you. You choose what you want to discuss, you choose where you want this site to go. So buy a shirt, tell a friend, join our list serve, e-mail us, and let us know what you want! In faith ATM

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rlando Hoshuko, Inc. ofﬁcially started class November, 1998. Currently, 88 students attend the school. They have 10 classes from kindergarten to the 9th grade. The school is focused on teaching Japanese language for 3 hours every Saturday. The kindergarten prepares the kids for elementary. Though the school was originally founded for Japanese children who temporarily live in this Orlando area, more US permanent-resident children are attending the school these days. In spite of gaps between grades, the students attend the classes and events with a positive attidude. “Additionally, they come to Hoshuko on Saturdays, while attending their local schools from Monday to Friday. It’s not just a general effort,” says Ms. Akiko Kanaoka, the viceprincipal.

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apan Festival is held for the purpose of cultural interchange for the community. The students display the results of their classes, homework and crafts for the local people who are supporting Hoshuko in every possible way to see what the students are studying. As the result, Hoshuko is gaining more understanding and support from the community. This is a great opportunity for Hoshuko to appeal to and draw new students. Some of them perform on stage (classical Japanese dance, Taiko drums, etc.) and practice very hard under their instructors.

Mark your calendar for Japan Festival Date & Time: 12/17/06(Sun) 1:00pm4:00pm Venue: Rangetsu 8400 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 407.345.0044 For more information, check Japan Festival web site: http://ld-e.com/japanfestival **Admission Free** Magazine Online at www.asiatrendmagazine.com

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ASIAN ASSOCIATIONS Asian American Chamber of Commerce Contact Rina Brothers at 321-239-3525 or email rbrothers@bellsouth.net www.asianamericanchamber.org Asian American Heritage Council — “Together we accomplish more!” www.aahc-cfl.org

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Organization of Chinese Americans – South Florida Chapter 美華協會 Winnie Tang PO Box 56-2124, Miami, FL 33256 305-753-8791

Orlando Chinese Professionals Association (OCPA) 奧蘭多中國專業人仕協會 www.ocpa-usa.org

Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce of Greater Orlando 大奧蘭多台灣商會 Contact Paul Liau at 407-566-9478

UCF Asian Student Association www.ucfasa.org

UCF Vietnamese American Student Association http://vasa.ucf.edu vasa_ucf@hotmail.com

USF Vietnamese Student Association www.myspace.com/usfvsa Contact Phuc Pham, VSA President, pham2@mail.usf.edu and Thao Tran, VSA Vice President, tttran2@mail.usf.edu

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Johnson Ng, Executive Director P O Box 669086, Miami, FL 33166 305-345-8489 UCAF@bellsouth.net www.MiamiDragonBoat.com

Vietnamese Professionals Association (VPA) The mission is to lend a helping hand to both the Vietnamese youth that will follow us and to those who lead us here so many years ago. Contact Nhan T. Lee at 407.488.1225 or nlee@ntllaw.com

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Vietnamese Language for Beginners (18 AGE UP) CLASS: August 27, 2006 - May 20, 2007 TIME: Sunday 2:45 pm – 4:45 pm WHERE: St. Philip Phan Van Minh Catholic Church FEE: $60 per person OBJECTIVES: This class is designed for the students without knowledge of the Vietnamese language or with a very limited knowledge of the language. Students will learn how to speak, listen, read, and write. Please contact parish ofﬁce for further information: 407-296-3261

Orlando Badminton Club— Every Wednesday (6:30-10pm), Friday (6:30-9pm) and Sunday(12:30-4pm) at Orlando Fitness & Racquet Club, 825 Courtland St (by Lee Rd and I-4). Contact Krishna Balwalli at 407-361-4735 or email kbalwalli@hotmail.com. Qi Gong Practice— Come and learn every Sunday at 10am Lake Eola in Orlando, FL. Located on the east side of Lake near the gazebo. Call Mark at 407-235-5828 for details. www.falundafa.org Ch’an Buddhism Meditation—Dharma Drum Mountain Buddhism Association (DDMBA), meet every 1st & 3rd Saturday 10:00am-12:30pm at Southeast Branch Library (On Hoffner & 436), 5575 S. Semoran Blvd., Orlando, FL 32822, FREE, meditation & book study. 407-538-6491, email: chihho2004@yahoo.com Local Table Tennis Club— meets every Tuesday and Thursday Nights, 6-10pm at Winter Park Christian Church, 760 N. Lakemont Drive. All levels of players are welcome. We play for fun, and also offer Professional coaching and a Robot for training. $4 per person. Please call Adam at 407854-6301 or www.owpttc.org. Tai Chi with “Madame Wu”—Every Wednesday from 5:30-6:30pm at the Osceola County Council on Aging, 1099 Shady Lane, (minutes from the Turnpike entrance in St. Cloud). $1 donation. For more information, contact Madame Wu at 407-738-7001 or O.C.C.A. at 407-846-8532 World Ving Tsun Athletic Association 世界詠春拳會 Learn authentic Ving Tsun (Wing Chun) Kung Fu in Orlando. Lineage holder - 3rd generation Yip Man. 2603 E. South St. Orlando, FL. 32803 407-496-0113 VingTsun.cc

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4th Annual South Florida Dragon Boat Festival, presented by The United Chinese Association of Florida. October 14 & 15, 2006 (Sat & Sun) 9 am - 6 pm. Haulover Park & Marina - 10800 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33154. A 2000-year-old traditional sport event comes alive in a spectacular and exciting Dragon Boat Racing. China Expo 2006, organized by The Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Tampa Bay. Oct 23-Oct 25, 2006 - Hyatt Regency Downtown 211 North Tampa St, Tampa. 9:30am – 5pm/3pm (24 & 25). For more details, please visit www.ccctp.com Asian American Chamber of Commerce Election / Annual Membership Meeting. Oct 25, 2006 (Wed) at Ming Court Restaurant, 9188 International Drive, Orlando. 6pm – 9pm Cost: $25 for members and $35 for non-members. RSVP by Oct 20 with Michelle Kim at 407-310-4364 or mkim1982@msn.com. Table Tennis Championship, by Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce of Greater Orlando. Oct 28, 2006 (Sat) 9am – 5pm. Main Gate Flea Market, Building “C”, 2F. Cost: $5. Deadline to enroll: Oct 26. For more details, please all Paul Liau 407-566-9478. The 1st Annual Kids’ Aid Society “Kids Helping Kids” – Dancers from around the world. Nov 4, 2006 (Sat) 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Gateway High School’s Performing Arts Center, 93 Panther Paws Trail, Kissimmee, FL 34744. Ticket: $9. To beneﬁt Osceola County’s 700 homeless children & for the education sponsorship of 52 needy children in Sri Lanka. Call 407-566-9013 for tickets. Orange County Recycle Day, November 4, 2006 (Sat) 10am – 2pm. Blanchard Park – 10501 J. Blanchard Trail, Orlando. Free recycling materials for kids and adults. Come join us as we celebrate families and 16 years of recycling in Orange County. Annual Asian American Student Achievers’ Scholarship Awards Banquet, presented by Asian American Heritage Council of Central Florida. December 2, 2006 (Sat) 5:30 p.m. at Ivanhoe Plaza Hotel - 60 S. Ivanhoe, Orlando. Entertainment, Door Prizes, Recognition Awards and Scholarship Grants. Adults: $30.00 Age 10 and under: $15 For more information: Call Becky Szymanski, Scholarship Event Chair at 407 583-9013 Or Tim Madhanagopal, AAHC Chair at 407 366 0404 Japan Festival 2006, 12/17/06(Sun) 1pm-4pm. Rangetsu 8400 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 - 407.345.0044. Free admission. Lots of entertainment, visit Japan Festival web site: http://ld-e.com/japanfestival for more information.

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The food you eat can affect the way blood flows through your heart and arteries. A diet high in fat and cholesterol can gradually cause a buildup (called “plaque”) in your arteries. That buildup slows down the blood flow and blocks small arteries. If the blockage happens in an artery that carries blood to the heart muscle, a heart attack can occur. If the blockage happens in an artery that carries blood to the brain, a stroke can occur. The right diet helps keep your arteries clear and reduces the risk of heart problems and stroke. Tips for a heart-healthy diet • Eat less fat (especially butter, coconut and palm oil, saturated or hydrogenated vegetable fats such as Crisco, animal fats in meats and fats in dairy products). • Use nonstick vegetable oil cooking sprays instead of oils. • Buy lean cuts of meat, and eat fish, skinless chicken and turkey instead of beef. • Try low-fat snacks that have been baked instead of fried, such as pretzels. • Choose low-fat dairy products, such as skim milk, and low-fat cheese, yogurt a nd margarine. • Try to limit how many sweets you eat. • Eat no more than 4 egg yolks a week (use egg whites or egg substitutes). • Bake, broil, steam or grill foods instead of frying them. • Eat fewer “fast foods” (burgers, fried foods), which are high in fat. Instead, eat more fruits, vegetables and carbohydrates (rice, pasta, breads, grains). • Drink low-calorie beverages, such as unsweetened tea or diet soda pop. Why is exercise good for my heart? Exercise makes your heart stronger, helping it pump more blood with each heartbeat. The blood then delivers more oxygen to your body, which helps it function more efficiently. Exercise can also lower blood pressure, reduce your risk of heart disease and reduce levels of LDL (“bad” cholesterol), which clogs the arteries and can cause a heart attack. At the same time, exercise can raise levels of HDL (“good” cholesterol), which helps protect against heart disease. Combined with a healthy diet, exercise can speed up weight loss. Exercise is also the best way to maintain weight loss. Regular exercise also helps you burn calories faster, even when you’re sitting still. What’s the best type of exercise for my heart?

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Fire Prevention Week October 8-14, 2006 Preventing Cooking Fires

ccording to a new study released January 20, 2005, from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), fires caused by cooking remain the leading cause of home fires and related injuries. Frequently it’s because people leave the stove unattended while cooking. Orange County offers these tips for safer cooking: * Never leave food cooking on the stovetop unattended * Make sure that items that can catch fire, such as paper towels, pot holders or cloths are well away from the area around the stove * Avoid wearing loose fitting clothing while cooking. Loose clothing can catch fire if it comes in contact with flames or heating elements and cause severe burns * Have a tested and fully charged multipurpose dry chemical extinguisher. Also, remember if you can’t put the fire out quickly, leave your home and call 911 from a safe location * Create a kid free zone of 3 feet around the stove and supervise older children as they cook * Don’t cook if you’re drowsy or feeling the effects of alcohol, medications or other drugs * Always turn pot handles toward the center of the stove * Keep cooking area clean. Always wipe appliances and surfaces after cooking to prevent grease buildup * Do not store flammable objects near the stove * Fire sprinklers can save lives, reduce property loss and help cut insurance premiums Carl L. Plaugher, Fire Chief

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