BEIJING TODAY
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The 798 of midtown
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This old industrial hutong is a hot venue for art, cafes and boutiques. Come and check out its top restaurants!
Israeli around the world An Israeli man has already cycled five continents to spread his belief in achieving dreams.
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PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY December 31 2010-January 6 2011 NO. 499 CN11-0120 HTTP://WWW.BEIJINGTODAY.COM.CN CHIEF EDITOR: JIAN RONG NEWS EDITOR: YU SHANSHAN DESIGNER:DENG NING
No longer shrinking violets, many strong, educated and independent Chinese women are finding themselves “left over.” But if women are symbols of our time, as artist Ling Jian says, what does that say about modern society? Through his paintings of goddesses, Ling comments on this and the rise of nationalism.
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The hottest designs, direct Page 16
NGOs work suffers sans cash, talents Page 3
Free business lessons in 2010’s shame Page 6
English ban extends to publications Page 7
A look back at one very creative year! Page 15
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