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Editor’s Note

APRIL 2020

The world is changing at a breakneck pace, and this upheaval hit our team square in the face last month when That’s was scooped up by a new owner. Now, I’m extremely pleased to announce that the That’s brand has been acquired by Guangzhou JY International Cultural Communication Co., Ltd. This change of hands is exciting for a number of reasons, chief among them: The new owner is a very dear friend of mine and I cannot wait to work alongside him to freshen up and improve this magazine and its related publications.

In addition to the monthly print edition of That’s, we will continue to publish on our website, app and various WeChat accounts. Additionally, when everything settles down, we look forward to reconnecting with all our readers and friends at our flagship lifestyle, F&B and hospitality awards ceremonies.

In our first issue under the banner of JY International, we have implemented some sweeping changes to the layout and design of That’s. We’ve switched up the font, redesigned several parts of the mag and added some exciting new sections, including Travel, Business & Tech and Family. We’ve made the difficult decision to remove the Food & Drink section from regular print editions, but let me assure you that this content is still available in abundance and updated regularly on our digital platforms.

That’s enjoys over 20 years of proud and at times complicated history in China. This is a new chapter in the brand’s story, and I am so glad you are joining us for the ride!

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THE WRAP

8 THE NATION

16 ARTS & LIFE

9 PERMANENT RUCKUS

20 COLOR ME GREEN Give your wardrobe a spring makeover with these 11 ethical and eco-friendly labels.

Netizens outraged over China’s proposed permanent residence rules.

12 CORONAVIRUS CRUISIN’

Driving through China during an epidemic.

24 TRAVEL 25 LIU ZINAN

Chairman of Royal Caribbean Cruises, Asia.

28 TOURING TAIPEI

An insider’s guide to the ’City of Azaleas.’

22 BEDROOM BOX OFFICE

Eight epic Chinese movies to watch while theaters are closed.

32 BUSINESS & TECH 33 ARJUN KHARPAL CNBC’s senior tech correspondent.

36 COMMUTING COVID-19 How mobility companies can mitigate disease outbreaks.

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40 COVER STORY

50 FAMILY

PORTRAITS OF CHINA: PART II

54 BEND IT LIKE BOWDEN Meet the Brit introducing the ‘Beautiful Game’ to China’s youth.

Stories from children born during the one-child policy, Guizhou’s gunslingers and traditional ceramics makers.

56 FLU OR FAUX?

COVID-19 is not your annual influenza, here’s why.

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THE NATION Coronavirus Cruisin’ Driving Through China During an Epidemic, p12

Xenophobic Tucker P10

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CHINA CURRENTS

PERMANENT RUCKUS

Netizens Outraged Over China’s Proposed Permanent Residence Rules

By Ryan Gandolfo

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he Ministry of Justice proposed new rules on foreigners’ permanent residence in China at the end of February, with the draft legislation receiving strong backlash on Chinese social media.

According to the draft rules, foreigners who are internationally acknowledged for achievements in fields such as science and technology, sports, education and economics can apply for permanent residence. Folks who’ve heavily contributed to China’s development – either economically or socially – are also able to apply upon the recommendation of relevant governmental bodies.

One stipulation of the proposed legislation requires permanent foreign residents to live in the country three or

more months each year.

A hashtag about the suggested regulations on permanent residence for foreigners (#外国人永久居留管理条例#) began trending on Weibo after they were announced, with millions of users commenting on the proposed rules.

Some of the top posts on the trending topic included a heavy dose of nationalistic rhetoric, with one Weibo user writing: “I fear that our motherland will be turned into other peoples’ sleepaway country... I fear that when my teacher speaks about the ancestors who heroically resisted the foreign enemies, the black and white children won’t care.” The post – which has since been deleted – also stated that Chinese women may be too scared to leave the house at night because of the draft rules; it received over 400,000 likes and

was copied and posted by other users as well.

Many netizens took to social media to oppose the proposed draft rules, which were open for public comment until March 27. “I’m firmly opposed, this draft rule is a complete loophole.

Foreigners who actually aren’t talented but just ordinary people can get in…” wrote one netizen, while another posted, “I hope more people can pay attention to these regulations, we need your strength, thank you.”

On March 1, state-run newspaper China Daily published an editorial on the draft rules, arguing that the legislation includes specific requirements “like the rules that have been in effect since 2004,” and that the possibility of “unqualified candidates” being approved is quite low.

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THE BUZZ RANDOM NUMBER

DON’T YOU KNOW WHO I AM?

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Xenophobic Tucker

That’s how many Costco locations will soon be in China. The American chain of membershiponly warehouse clubs announced in late February that it is planning to open a second location in Shanghai and has acquired a 47,319-square-meter space in Shanghai’s Pudong New Area for RMB898 million (USD128 million). The company officially opened the doors to its first-ever China location in Shanghai’s Minhang district in August of last year. Costco proved to be so popular, the store was forced to close shop at around 2pm on its opening day due to the sheer number of shoppers who flocked to the wholesale venue. When will cities outside Shanghai score their first Costco stores? We’re not sure, but you can count on us to be among the first to break the news as soon as a new location is announced.

American TV host Tucker ‘Xenophobic’ Carlson drew flak on social media last month after referring to SARS-CoV-2 – the virus responsible for COVID-19 – as the “Chinese Coronavirus.” Carlson, the host of Tucker Carlson Tonight on Fox News, opened his show on March 9 by calling the “Chinese Coronavirus” an epidemic in the US, and telling viewers that “people you know will get sick, some may die.” Carlson tweeted the show segment after it aired, with Twitter users criticizing the TV personality for his terminology. “‘Chinese’ Coronavirus? I don’t think viruses have nationalities.

What is the purpose of adding this modifier?” commented one user. Another person remarked, “There’s literally no reason to call it the ‘Chinese Coronavirus’ other than to scapegoat all Chinese people...” Even some viewers who appeared to be supportive of Carlson expressed their disdain for the term, with one person commenting, “You almost did a good tweet but for giving a disease a nationality. It’s not necessary. It’s counterproductive.”

QUOTE OF THE MONTH

“Life is short, and I don’t want to have nothing to be proud of in my entire lifetime. When I become old and think of this precious experience occasionally, it will be worth it” So said Liu Xiaohu, a 36-year-old man who operates a Suntata Pot Rice franchise in Hubei’s capital city, Wuhan. Liu made headlines in February after it emerged that he had been preparing 200 free takeout meals each day for medical workers combating the coronavirus outbreak in the city. “When I saw on the internet that doctors and nurses who were fighting the virus ate instant noodles and bread for lunch in hospital, I really wanted them to have some fresh and nutritious food,” said Liu, according to a China Daily report.

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MANDARIN MUMBLES

秘密 熊猫

Here’s Why Your Tones Matter in Chinese

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earning any foreign language is a difficult undertaking – especially Mandarin Chinese. Anyone who has logged in hours practicing the language likely has a story or two of an embarrassing time they butchered a word or phrase, causing people to laugh – and you, to cry.

One decidedly challenging aspect of Mandarin Chinese is the subtle differences in the four tones to the untrained ear. Below, the lovely teachers at aoe ChinEase in Guangzhou share some hilarious examples of Chinese tones gone wrong:

Example 1: A student walks into the classroom, and tells their teacher…

lǎoshī，wǒ juéde wǒ de nǚ péngyǒu yǒu yíge dà mīmī. 老师，我觉得我的女朋友有一个大咪咪.

Teacher, I think my girlfriend has a big tit.

What they meant to say…

mīmī 咪咪 internet slang for‘tit’

lǎoshī，wǒ juédé wǒ de nǚ péngyǒu yǒu yíge dà mìmì. 老师，我觉得我的女朋友有一个大秘密.

Teacher, I think my girlfriend has a big secret.

mìmì 秘密 secret

Example 2: A group of students meet their Chinese teacher at the gate of a zoo, and one student says to the teacher…

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wǒ yào kàn nǐmende xiōngmáo. 我要看你们的胸毛。 I want to see your chest hair.

What they meant to say...

Xiōngmáo 胸毛 chest hair

wǒ yào kàn nǐmen de xióngmāo. 我要看你们的熊猫。 I want to see your panda.

xióngmāo 熊猫 panda

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T HE N AT ION | F E AT UR E

CORONAVIRUS CRUISIN’ Driving Through China During an Epidemic

By Ryan Gandolfo

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F E AT UR E | T HE N AT ION

It was like the coronavirus was chasing us

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nyone who’s been living in China these past three months has experienced something they will likely never forget.

Despite the fact the spread of the new coronavirus disease, known as COVID-19, started in December of 2019, it wasn’t until right before the Spring Festival holiday that the virus began to have a significant impact on Chinese society.

Every Spring Festival travel rush, a 40-day period before, during and after Chinese New Year known as chunyun, billions of trips are made around the PRC. Factor in the number of outbound trips from China, and it’s clear that the epidemic happened at an inopportune time – ending many people’s holiday travel plans.

Despite the deteriorating public health situation, one group of travelers decided to throw caution to the wind and embarked on a cross-country road trip over the public holiday. The adventure, which they’d been planning for months, would take them from the Southern metropolis of Guangzhou to Northwest Gansu and back.

Damien Manspeaker, an American currently living in Guangzhou who teaches and skateboards whenever time permits, recently sat down with That’s to share stories from their 6,700-kilometer road trip.

Manspeaker and three of his friends (one American and two PRC nationals) left Guangzhou in a blue Nissan Versa on January 22 to head west and visit cities like Xi’an, Lanzhou and Chongqing, as well as sites like Qinghai Lake and Yueya Spring.

On the day of their departure, a total of 440 confirmed cases and 17 deaths were linked to the virus in China – a staggeringly low number compared to recent figures of more than 387,000 total cases and nearly 17,000 deaths globally (as of March 24).

The foursome traveled through Guangdong and Hunan before crossing into Hubei province, passing by cities in Hubei as authorities began announcing lockdown measures to control the spread of the disease.

“It was like the coronavirus was chasing us,” Manspeaker said about learning of the lockdowns while driving through Hubei. “We’d go past Wuhan and then the city would go on lockdown, and then we’d leave Hubei and Hubei goes into lockdown as well,” he adds. “We didn’t know it was going to get that bad.”

Following their narrow escape from a possible extended stint in Hubei, the group made their way to Xi’an. Since most of the city’s tourist attractions were closed due to the virus, Manspeaker and his travel companions entertained themselves by exploring abandoned buildings and a train station on the outskirts.

From there, the group headed towards Lanzhou, where

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they arrived on January 26.

Gansu’s capital city is known for its delicious, hearty beef noodles, and Manspeaker was excited to visit. “I wanted to go there just because of [the beef noodles] … Lanzhou la mian was the first thing I ate when I came to China, so it was a very historic moment for me,” he said.

Despite the lack of traffic, temperature checks conducted by healthcare workers in hazmat suits along the road were arguably the bane of the trip.

“It was so unorganized,” Manspeaker recalled, “It was like negative 15 degrees [Celsius] and they’d make you get out of the car and wait in line to get your temperature checked, but I was thinking this is going to get me sick.”

After Lanzhou, the group arrived at Qinghai Lake, where there was hardly a tourist (or anyone, for that matter) in sight. Staying at one of the only open hotels in town, the travelers found their room lacking some important amenities.

“It was really creepy and the place was so cold it didn’t have any water because it was frozen, so we couldn’t take a shower,” said Manspeaker. “And the heater was broken, so it was negative 20 degrees Celsius. When we woke up in the morning, the window was covered in ice.”

They were able to put the rough night behind them, however, and visit frozen Qinghai Lake the next day; they even managed to skateboard on the icy surface.

The next stop on their road trip was Dunhuang, a city with a population under 200,000 on the

edge of the Gobi Desert. While en route to Dunhuang, the friends were stopped at another checkpoint where a worker told them that the city was “closed.” After explaining their desire to reach the long-awaited destination, the worker said she would let them pass at their own risk, according to Manspeaker.

The four travelers encountered several more temperature checkpoints along the highway before finally arriving at Yueya Spring, an oasis 6 kilometers south of Dunhuang. Also known as Crescent Lake, the site has existed for thousands

They said it’s not their problem where we sleep tonight

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F E AT UR E | T HE N AT ION

of years and is composed of a temple and moon-shaped pond hidden by sand dunes.

“The main reason we wanted to go on the trip was to get there,” Manspeaker told us, adding that they briefly contemplated turning back towards Guangzhou after Qinghai Lake. Although probably not surprising, the travelers unfortunately found the natural wonder of the Gobi Desert closed to the public.

Instead of packing it in, however, the foursome decided to forge ahead on foot. They passed by roaming camels and eventually found a partially open gate that allowed them to access the sand dunes.

“We came all this way, so we were going to see this thing,” Manspeaker said, reminiscing about the epic scenery that sprawled out before them. And for some added thrill, they brought a skateboard without trucks along for dune surfing.

Their trip back to Guangzhou from Dunhuang was just as eventful, with a bizarre detour along the way.

From Dunhuang, the group headed straight back to Lanzhou, passing by cities like Jiayuguan, famous for the Jiayu Pass section of the Great Wall. When they reached the city limits of Gansu’s capital, though, the group were in for a rude awakening – the travelers were denied entry into the city amidst growing fears of the rapidly spreading virus.

“They said it’s not their problem where we sleep tonight,” Manspeaker recalled about the distasteful interaction with the guards outside of Lanzhou.

Without recourse, the group ultimately turned around and ended up in Lintao county in neighboring Dingxi. Arriving around 2.30am, Manspeaker described the sleeping settlement as being eerily like the setting of horror flick Silent Hill. Eventually, the group ended up sleeping outside of a gas station in oddly placed massage chairs (could be worse, right?).

The following morning, they headed to Chongqing to explore and skate, with Manspeaker telling us they had no issue entering the city. After that, the adventurers made it back to Guangzhou on February 3, completing a wild and eventful road trip in the midst of an epidemic.

The group was fortunate enough to start their trip with 100 masks, courtesy of a girlfriend, which proved to be a lifesaver as all the pharmacies they visited along the way were sold out. And with most restaurants and shops closed due to both the Chinese New Year holiday and the coronavirus outbreak, food was scarce, with the group largely relying on the limited edibles available in gas stations.

Recalling the highs and lows of the road trip, Manspeaker told us, “Everything was perfect in a f-cked up kind of way.”

Scan here to watch the crew skateboard on the icy surface of Qinghai Lake.

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SPOTLIGHT

AN YU

Author of Braised Pork

By Ryan Gandolfo

An Yu is a talented writer who originally hails from China’s capital city. Her debut novel, Braised Pork , has struck a chord with readers, telling the story of a young woman’s adventure following the death of her husband.

Published by Harvill Secker, the book ventures deep into character profiles and follows themes of life that really hit home, with the story’s plot shifting from big city life (Beijing) to more spectacular geographic locations (Tibet).

“Her novel has a cool, poised elegance that only adds to its enigmatic allure,” wrote the Economist , regarding her debut novel. “A startlingly original debut... While it’s easy to see that Braised Pork borrows something of Haruki Murakami’s brand of strange melancholia, there’s a startlingly original imagination of its own at work here...

A sensitive portrait of alienated young womanhood,” the Guardian noted following the book’s release in January.

Below, we hear from An Yu about her fantastic novel and the inspiration behind it:

Tell us a bit about yourself.

I was born and raised in Beijing, and spent some time living in New York, Paris and London. I received my MFA from New York University and Braised Pork is my first novel.

Where’d you get the inspiration to write Braised Pork?

I am rather drawn to the idea of myths seeping into an urban setting, where experiences set within glass and concrete can be so uncompromisingly real yet somewhat abstract at the same time. The main parts of this story had been churning in my mind for a long time before I actually began writing them into novel form.

I wanted to write a story about a woman overcoming loss and grief, searching for human connection, finding liberation and being forced to uncover things that she thought were long buried in her past.

What goes into the creative process of creating characters, like Jia Jia and Ren Qi, and their backstories?

Sometimes, I’m more interested in characters’ lives off the page than on the

“I am rather drawn to the idea of myths seeping into an urban setting” page. For me, creating characters is more about getting a glimpse on the parts of their lives that we don’t have access to through the actions that we do see. So when I’m fleshing out characters, it’s important to know that everything they do – the responses they give, the words they say, the places they go – comes from somewhere, even if it’s entirely in their subconscious.

How long did it take you to write Braised Pork, and what was the hardest part?

It took almost three years to finish the final draft. To be honest, the most difficult part was getting it done. I was in business school at the time and finding the time and space to write and take the novel to the finish line was challenging on a daily basis.

What has been the reaction from readers so far?

It’s a surreal and humbling feeling to see people reading the book and discussing it. I’ve had the opportunity to chat with some readers and it means so much to me to hear their thoughts. They’ve given me insight into things that opened up the novel to me in ways I hadn’t imagined.

How’d you get into writing? Was there someone who inspired you?

Ever since I was a child, I’ve always loved to tell stories. And then, as I grew older, I naturally began to write them down. First it was in bits and pieces – more fragmented thoughts, and then in college I began to write longer and more complete works.

People in my family love words and books. Some of them write their own too.

I grew up watching my parents and grandparents bury their heads in books and talk about them with so much passion that it’s hard to imagine a bigger and more profound inspiration.

Are there any future works you’ve started planning that you would like to talk about?

I’m working on a second book right now.

Very loosely speaking, it’s a story about a piano teacher who discovers a deep secret about her husband’s past and is forced to confront her own choices.

This interview has been edited for brevity and clarity. Braised Pork is available on Amazon, scan the QR code to purchase:

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STYLE RADAR OVERHEARD

“I DEAD DONE MADE IT IN THE CHINESE NEWS!”

… American rapper Cardi B ecstatically announced on Instagram. The Grammynominated singer candidly shared her fears in March about the virus via Instagram, “Let’s stop playing around: Is this coronavirus s--- gonna be like a couple of weeks type of s--- or is it gonna be a couple of months type of s---?”

The next day, the singer found out that her video made the rounds overseas courtesy of Shenzhen Satellite TV. Cardi then shared another video on Instagram, playing back the Chinese broadcast exclaiming, they “probably think I’m a f-cking scientist or something” as a result of her comments. She signed off on a more serious note, reminding her viewers to “spread the word, not the germs.”

COVET

Spun from Single-Use Plastic Living in China means you probably walk – a lot. Walking to the metro, walking across endless pedestrian skywalks, or just in search of the nearest pub. Perfect for achy soles and the eco-conscious, San Franciso-based brand Rothy’s ticks all the boxes in terms of comfort, style and sustainability. Founded in 2016, the startup’s shoes and bags are made from single-use plastic water bottles, plus all the packaging and shipping materials are recyclable as well. Their factory is based in Dongguan, China and “sets the standard for sustainable, responsible manufacturing” as they continually strive for zero waste. In addition to the sneakers being comfy and stylish, the products can be easily thrown in the washing machine for a wash too. Oh, and celebrities like Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and Katie Holmes have even been spotted sporting the flats. > Scan the QR code with the Tmall app to shop.

UNDER THE LENS

Helping Hands Last month, Italy became one of the countries severely affected by the coronavirus, forcing fashion houses like Armani to livestream their Milan Fashion Week shows from empty theaters. Other companies, however, soldiered on – but not without consequences: In early March, wealthy Vietnamese jet-setter Nga Nguyen tested positive for COVID-19 after attending the Saint Laurent in Paris and Gucci in Milan. Subsequently all editors and buyers who attended the shows underwent self-imposed quarantine after returning home. Other notable celebrities, athletes and entertainers around the globe have also been diagnosed with the disease including Tom Hanks, Idris Elba, Rita Wilson, Rudy Gobert, Sophie Trudeau, Mikel Arteta and Callum HudsonOdoi.

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CITY SNAPSHOT

@aphotoelement

The China Resources Tower (also known as the ‘bullet’ or ‘Spring Bamboo’) is one of the most commonly photographed buildings in Shenzhen. In this shot, you can spot Anna Pisareva standing in Shenzhen Bay Sports Center with Spring Bamboo towering in the background.

A grad student majoring in linguistics at Shenzhen University, Anna is also a passionate photographer who has been working on her craft for nine years now. Her work consists of travel and urban photography, portraits and cybervibe snaps. Anna is a seasoned expat who’s lived in China since 2014. Before moving to Shenzhen, she lived in Chengdu and has traveled extensively throughout the country.

Anna adds, “Shenzhen is a magnificent place for everyone to find a better and prosperous life for themselves and explore various possibilities in and outside the city. I’m really glad to experience this very special time of my life here.” > Check out more of Anna’s work on Instagram at @aphotoelement.

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ARTS & LIFE | FASHION

COLOR ME GREEN Give Your Wardrobe a Spring Makeover with These 11 Ethical and Eco-Friendly Labels Compiled by Doris Kee

Clothing production can be harmful to our planet as a result of chemicals, waste and ‘throwaway culture.’ Fortunately, brands are becoming increasingly mindful of our planet’s health. Check out these 11 labels for chic and sustainable fashion finds.

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ARTS & LIFE | MOVIES

BEDROOM BOX OFFICE

Eight Epic Chinese Movies to Watch While Theaters are Closed

By Dale Dolson

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t the time of writing this feature, theaters across China remain closed as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. While there have been some rumors that cinemas may open towards the end of April, we’re going to play it safe and assume that we won’t be ordering popcorn and catching The Call of the Wild on the silver screen anytime soon. That’s why, this month, we thought it prudent to introduce you to eight epic Chinese films that you can watch from the cozy comfort of your bed!

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WANDERLUST

LIU ZINAN

Chairman of Royal Caribbean Cruises, Asia Interview by Matthew Bossons

Like many sectors, the cruise ship industry has taken a beating during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

To learn more about the challenges facing cruise companies during this difficult time, we reached out to Liu Zinan, chairman of Royal Caribbean Cruises, Asia. Liu joined the Royal Caribbean team back in 2009 and was tasked with developing the company’s team and business opportunities in China and Asia at large. The following interview was conducted in early March.

The COVID-19 outbreak has caused massive disruptions to the cruise industry.

What have been the biggest challenges for Royal Caribbean?

[The pandemic] poses a rapid response challenge to a complex commercial body such as the cruise industry. Fortunately, the cruise industry has developed to a very mature stage and has effective response mechanisms. Impacted by the pandemic, several Royal Caribbean homeport sailings in China and overseas decided to suspend operations in the early stages [of the COVID-19 outbreak].

Until now, we have canceled a total of 13 sailings of Spectrum of the Seas to support the epidemic prevention measures.

Moreover, consumers’ willingness to travel has been affected terribly. Going forward, we will work hard to restore consumer travel confidence and willingness and take active measures to eliminate consumer cruise travel concerns and provide relevant information.

How long do you think it will take the cruise industry to recover from the pandemic?

The recovery time of the cruise industry largely depends on the development of the pandemic situation in various countries around the world. If the whole country – including Hubei province – can achieve zero new confirmed cases and clear existing confirmed cases before the end of March, plus a one-month consoli-

dation period, it is entirely possible that the tourism market, including the cruise industry, will begin to recover in early May. We should have confidence in the cruise industry since it’s already been through 200 years of development; the international cruise industry has accumulated professional experience and crisis response systems.

What steps has Royal Caribbean taken to ensure that all passengers enjoy a safe and healthy cruise?

Royal Caribbean always puts the safety and health of its customers and crew first.

In daily operations, Royal Caribbean’s global fleet has operating procedures that exceed international standards and strict on-board hygiene practices to ensure the sanitation and safety of cruise ships.

Royal Caribbean’s international fleet has an outbreak prevention plan to respond to various emergencies, and all cruise ships are using the most advanced HVAC system to ensure safe ventilation on the entire vessel. And all cruise ships have a strict system in terms of space per capital, sanitation and epidemic prevention measures, protection and disinfection procedures and emergency medical facilities and equipment.

For example, in the early stages of COVID-19, we paid close attention to and evaluated the situation. After careful consideration, we immediately began screening guests from high-risk areas. Then we initiated an emergency working group to

cooperate with ports, customs and other departments to implement effective screening procedures. At the same time, in cooperation with travel agents and call centers, we communicated and coordinated with guests on itinerary changes, and introduced preferential rescheduling policies and free cancellation to protect guests’ rights and interests. These measures have successfully ensured the safety of all passengers and crew who have operated sailings, while also maximizing the rights of passengers.

Turning away from the virus: Which destinations in Asia do you think will be the ‘hot spots’ in 2020-21?

Japan has always been a popular destination for Chinese tourists and it still will be. Our cruise destinations include not only popular big cities like Tokyo, Osaka, Kobe and Fukuoka, but also some niche destinations like Nagasaki, Kagoshima, Sasebo, etcetera. These unique destinations allow passengers to experience a different side of Japanese culture.

Southeast Asian countries – led by the Philippines and Vietnam – are becoming popular with tourists due to their unique cultures and pleasant climates. We are constantly adding more tourist destinations and visiting new spots, so that customers traveling with Royal Caribbean can always discover new surprises.

This interview has been edited for brevity and clarity.

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ITCHY FEET ROOM SERVICE

MILE HIGH

Oyo, Ouch!

Cheap Seats

Hospitality chain Oyo has cut 7,000 employees in China in recent months, with many let go amid the coronavirus outbreak. In November 2019, the company boasted more than 9,800 employees in the PRC, however Oyo has laid off roughly 71% of its China workforce, according to figures published by Chinese news outlet Jiemian. In addition to mass layoffs, some of the company’s upper management who’ve been around since the beginning of its China operations have decided to move on from Oyo. The ongoing public health crisis has dealt a heavy blow to the company’s China operations and the hospitality industry at large. Previously operating as a hotel aggregator, the Indian startup has pivoted to a franchise model where it partners with hotels, renovates the facilities to meet a standard set of guidelines and sells rooms at competitive prices.

In mid-March, Oyo’s parent company Oravel Stays received USD807 million in funding from two of its backers, including SoftBank, which a company spokesperson said it will use to “achieve its 2020 objectives,” as cited by Tech in Asia.

As a result of the COVID-19 outbreak and the quarantines and travel restrictions that followed, some airlines in China were offering massively discounted domestic tickets.

Fancy a flight from Shenzhen to Chengdu for under RMB50? How about a flight from Shanghai to Xi’an for a meager RMB60? We can’t make any promises this month, but we can confirm that flights from Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Shanghai to Chengdu, Chongqing and Xi’an were going for less than RMB100 one way in early March. Admittedly, these prices weren’t including tax, but regardless, seats were unquestionably cheap last month.

HOT SPOT

Brunei This tiny Southeast Asian nation boasts stunning mosques, spellbinding sunsets (often hailed as the best in Asia) and virgin rainforests. The coastal waters of the tiny nation also offer plenty of opportunities for divers, particularly those who are fond of fabulous wreck diving. PADI’s travel website notes that Brunei’s diving industry is in its infancy, which means you’re likely have dive sites entirely to yourself.

Other highlights include hiking, spelunking, bird watching and white-water rafting, as well as Ulu Temburong National Park’s vertigo-inducing canopy walk.

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HOTEL NEWS

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n Guangzhou, two popular hotels from the Lingnan Group, LN Hotel Five and LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou, took some time to support frontline workers aiding in the city’s COVID-19 prevention and control measures in February. Both hotels provided delicious meal sets to staff at local community committees. Also of note: the LN Hotel Five is now offering an awesome new happy hour from 6.30-9.30pm daily.

Down in Shenzhen, Silk restaurant at The Langham, Shenzhen is offering takeout services for off-site customers hankering for delicious edibles. Meanwhile, La Terrazza at the Grand Hyatt Shenzhen has debuted an upgraded weekday semi-buffet for RMB138 net per person, which includes a soup of the day and one main course, as well as unlimited appetizers and desserts. With your safety and wellbeing a top priority, the fine folks at JW Market at the JW Marriott Bao’an Shenzhen are now offering 10 healthy lunch boxes to guests looking for a quality dining experience. Over at Raffles Shenzhen, dine in the clouds and delight in the spring season with the new bamboo shoots menu at Yun Jing. Master Chef Johnny Lai uses seasonal ingredients to create elaborate spring delicacies, including appetizers, soups and main courses.

Up in the capital, dining outlets The Red Chamber, The Lounge and Noodle Bar reopened last month at China World Summit Wing, Beijing, with staff practicing strict disease prevention and control measures. Also, the Waldorf Astoria Beijing has launched an exciting new afternoon tea menu, which features fresh fruits and is inspired by the hotel’s timehonored pursuit of superior quality.

In Shanghai, Jing An Shangri-La, West Shanghai’s Calypso Restaurant is offer threeand four-course set lunches for RMB178 and RMB198, respectively. Scarf down a healthy starter, classic risotto and pasta, main dish and dessert in the restaurant’s cheerful, well-lit dining space from Monday to Friday, 11.30am2.30pm. At the W Shanghai – The Bund, visitors and locals alike can enjoy a one-night stay in a ‘Cozy’ room with a spa treatment, happy hour and breakfast in bed for two for only RMB1,888!

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T R AV E L | D E S T I N AT I O N

TOURING TAIPEI

An Insider’s Guide to the ’City of Azaleas’

By Tom Glover

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aipei is situated in the North of Taiwan, in a basin between the Yangming Mountains and the Central Mountains.

The capital city is the largest on the Chinese island, spanning 272 square kilometers with a population of almost 2.7 million.

Taipei has a rich and somewhat turbulent history, which has seen it evolve into the bustling metropolis it is today. Whereas other Asian cities tend to be more culturally homogenous, Taipei’s appeal lies in its cultural diversity, which blends aspects of Chinese, Japanese, Southeast Asian and aboriginal cultures to beguile the majority of its visitors. These historical, cultural and gastronomic influences mean Taipei has the feel of a truly global city.

Despite being world famous for its modernity and technological prowess in the past few decades, Taipei has lots of old architecture and traditions to stand alongside the new. A walk through the old village district of Wanhua, with its many temples and the Qing Dynasty-era Bopiliao Ancient Street, reminds visitors of the city’s past.

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towers, shopping malls and nightclubs.

Contemporary landmarks like Taipei 101 take their place alongside the many temples scattered throughout the city.

Taipei is also known for its greenery and nature, from its numerous parks, such as the Daan Forest Park, to its urban hiking trails, like the famous Elephant Mountain.

Lush forests also surround the city.

Food reigns supreme here and the local culture is best understood by whetting your appetite. Journey into the bustling, sensorystimulating night markets (Shilin, Raohe, Tonghua) to feast on homegrown specialties and snacks, or sample Taipei’s fantastic breakfast spots (Fu Hang Dou Jiang) and fine-dining establishments – there is no end to the delectable food options. In short, Taipei is a must-visit for any self-discerning foodie.

Taipei has everything you’re looking for and it gives it to you conveniently.

Regardless of how long you stay, you’ll find you’re never lacking things to do, places to visit or food to try, and a trip to this incredible city should be one of your top travel priorities.

Looking for more expert guides to China’s biggest cities and hottest destinations? Then pick up our Explore China travel guide, which offers insider tips, detailed city guides and awesome day trips.

You can purchase your copy today by messaging ‘Explore China’ to our official WeChat account (QR code on the cover of this magazine).

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Elephant Mountain Located near the Taipei 101 tower, this mountain is by far one of the most popular spots to hike in the Taipei area. The route to the top of Elephant Mountain (Xiangshan) takes around 20 minutes and is comprised of around 600 steps. Most of those pictures of Taipei’s cityscape you see on social media were likely taken here, as the summit provides the perfect spot to snap the skyline. For optimal enjoyment, we recommend you trek up in the late afternoon so that you can catch the daytime, sunset and stunning evening views. It’s also much cooler at this time of day, but you can expect larger crowds as a result.

Raohe Night Market Taiwan is an island of snacks and you will find most of them at the night markets throughout the region. In Taipei, there are several well-known markets, each with its own appeal. There’s Ningxia, a no-frills market that offers games; Shilin, the biggest and most touristy market; and Tonghua, centrally located, underrated and favored by locals. If you have the time, appetite and desire to visit numerous markets then by all means do, but if you only visit one, we strongly advise you head to Raohe.

At this market you get a great mix of everything. It’s not too touristy, most of the stands offer food and it’s convenient to get to within central Taipei.

Beitou Hot Springs What better way to relax than by soaking in a natural hot spring? Within Taipei’s city limits is the Beitou Recreation Area, filled with resorts offering you the chance to take a dip in the famed thermal waters. In Beitou, you can choose to live it up in your own private room at one of the fancy resort spas, or live like the locals and visit the public bathhouse, Millennium Hot Springs. There are also a number of museums nearby and a branch of the Taipei Public Library, which attracts lots of visitors – and their cameras – because of its beautiful setting and striking eco-friendly design. A top attraction here is Thermal Valley, the source of all the hot spring water in Beitou.

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Yong Kang Beef Noodles Taiwan is famous for its beef noodle soup, and we’d argue nothing beats noodles in a rich, intensely flavorful beef broth. The beloved dish can be found in numerous restaurants around Taipei, but Yong Kang Beef Noodles is widely regarded as serving up some of the very best. It’s easy to spot the traditional-style eatery with its distinctive yellow signage and line of hungry customers. The place is often jam-packed, so expect at least a 15-minute wait to be seated. As is typical in local Taipei restaurants, you may need to share a table. We recommend the signature beef noodle soup or, if you want to mix it up a bit, the spicy tendon and beef noodles. Both dishes feature beef so tender you can break it apart with just your chopsticks, flavorful broth and delicious chewy noodles. > Shop 17, Lane 31, Section 2, Jinshan Nan Lu, Da’an District 大安区金山南路 二段 31 巷 17 号永康牛肉面馆 (886 2 2351 1051)

Oyster Omelette There are a dizzying number of well-known street food dishes and snacks in Taiwan, and chief among them is the oyster omelet. These night market staples are quick to make and bursting with flavor. Your visit to Taipei won’t be complete without trying this egg-based dish from one of the many vendors that offer it. Loaded with oysters and drizzled in tangy sweet chili sauce and ketchup, the omelets ranks highly among foreign visitors and locals alike, mainly due to its generous portions and affordability.

RAW

Addiction Aquatic Development If a sushi-sashimi brunch sounds like your idea of a good way to fill your belly and wile away a few hours, then head to Addiction Aquatic Development at the Taipei Fish Market. You will be met by numerous seafood-filled tanks containing all kinds of delicious marine life. From tiny clams to gigantic lobsters, Aquatic Addiction is a seafood lover’s dream.

The old fish market was redeveloped a few years back, and now offers a jaw-dropping variety of seafood at reasonable prices. Cast your eyes over trays upon trays of premium uni, king crab, palm-sized scallops and more. A word to the wise, Aquatic Addiction can get very crowded during the weekend so it’s best to plan your visit for a weekday. > Shop 18, Alley 2, Lane 410, Minzu Dong Lu, Zhongshan District 中山区民族 东路 410 巷 2 弄 18 号上引水产 (886 2 2508 1268)

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This is hands down one of Taipei’s best restaurants. RAW was opened by owner and chef Andre Chiang, who is also behind the world-famous Restaurant André in Singapore, which he opened in his hometown in 2014. The restaurant serves ‘bistronomy’ cuisine, a new cooking style born in Paris, offering experimental haute cuisine with a distinctly Taiwanese feel at a reasonable price. The nine-course prix fixe menu showcases Chef Chiang’s creative take on Taiwanese fare, with the occasional nod to street food.

Expect modern presentation coupled with an exciting blend of flavors and textures from this two-star Michelin restaurant. > 301 Lequn San Lu, Zhongshan District 中山区乐群三路 301 号 (886 2 8501 5800)

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Pingxi Railway Line

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f you want to leave the city behind for a day, taking a trip on the Pingxi Railway Line is the perfect activity. Trains leave every hour from Taipei Main Station to Ruifang, where you can change onto the Pingxi Line.

The line gently weaves through 13 kilometers of lush countryside, taking you to picturesque little towns with the train tracks running extremely close to vegetation and buildings. The line is extra special because most of the towns along the route sell lanterns which you can personalize with a message and release into the sky. Watching as dozens of lanterns lazily float off into the horizon adds to the charm of the quaint settlements.

There are two stops on the line that we recommend visiting: Shifen and Houtong. Shifen is most tourists’ preferred destination, so it’s usually the busiest station. Here you can let off lanterns, sam-

ple delicious street foods alongside the railway tracks and get that all-important Instagram pic, with the tracks as your backdrop.

The highlight of Shifen, though, is the waterfall. A short hike along a paved trail and over a pretty cool suspension bridge gets you to the 200-meter-tall waterfall and offers some spellbinding views along the way.

Either on the way to Shifen or as you head back, be sure to hop off the train

and take a walk around Houtong, otherwise known as ‘Cat Village.’ The verdant hillside town has some 200 cats roaming its alleys and streets. As soon as you disembark from the train you are likely to encounter a lone cat or two meandering around the station.

Head over the town’s footbridge, which is adorned with cat-themed ornaments, and make your way up the winding lanes and stairways to Cat Corridor. The corridor, as

one of the signs en route informs us, ‘is the place for good food, drinks, art and the best view of Cat Village.’

Grab yourself a cat-themed coffee and a snack and enjoy the rustic charm of Houtong.

How to Get There Take the MRT from Taipei Main Station north to Ruifang Station.

The journey takes about 50 minutes and costs TWD46 for a one-way ticket. From Ruifang, transfer platforms to the Pingxi Line. Houtong Station is the first stop along the line and takes about 20 minutes to reach, with Shifen a few stations further along. From Ruifang to the last stop, Jingtong, it takes about one hour. You can purchase a day pass for TWD52 that allows you to jump on and off the train as many times as you like.

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BUSINESS & TECH Commuting COVID-19

How Mobility Companies Can Mitigate Disease Outbreaks, p36

Chart Attack P34

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GAME THEORY

ARJUN KHARPAL

CNBC’s Senior Tech Correspondent Interview by Ryan Gandolfo

Arriving in China in 2018 to report on the PRC’s tech giants, Arjun Kharpal is a senior technology correspondent at CNBC. He got his start at the company in his hometown of London, before moving to Guangzhou to open up a new bureau. Having previously written for the Times and the Guardian , among other publications, Kharpal is a trusted source for the latest technology news, providing insight on tech trends in China and globally while enhancing CNBC’s presence in the Greater Bay Area. We spoke with Kharpal about big-name interviews, the tech world’s response to COVID-19 and one headline that’s been out of sight since the beginning of 2020.

Tell us about your work in South China.

I’ve been at CNBC since July 2013, starting as an intern in London where I’m from.

During that time, I was covering the big American firms and the emerging growth of technology in Europe. But I also took a very, very keen interest in what was happening in China. I started to learn a lot about the large technology firms based here … and got really interested in what was going on in China. And over time, in terms of international media, [Chinese tech] was perhaps an under-covered area – it wasn’t covered as much as American technology companies.

We were talking at CNBC about expanding our China coverage, but we didn’t know what that would look like, so I moved at the backend of 2018 to Guangzhou to open up this new bureau with the specific aim of covering the innovation and tech scene here in China.

Who was a better interview: Huawei CEO Ren Zhengfei or Alibaba CEO Daniel Zhang?

I’m going to have to be very diplomatic on this one. You know, they were two very different kinds of interviews. We interviewed Alibaba’s Daniel Zhang around Singles’ Day 2018, and things were continuing to grow, while when we interviewed Ren Zhengfei it was a testing

Image via Yin Hon Chow/CNBC

time for Huawei. I’ll tell you one thing that did come through in both interviews was their vision and grasp on the industry and how they were looking to take their companies forward.

With people in China pushed even further to engage with digital channels due to the coronavirus outbreak, how do you think tech companies have responded?

Alibaba is a good example. It launched an online clinic service via Alipay and Taobao early on in the outbreak. And so that’s an example of it leveraging the apps it already has and giving them a different use, which could engage new users as well. When it comes to cloud computing, you saw both Huawei and Alibaba come out with algorithms that analyzed CT scans, which obviously takes a little bit of time, but they’re claiming it can be done in seconds.

This outbreak may have given these technology companies the data learning required to develop better technology around health. On top of that, they’re working with research institutions and medical institutions, so this could give them more of an opportunity to prove that their technology is viable in the long term, and it could actually open up a new business stream as well.

The US-China trade war has largely disappeared from headlines since the pandemic started. Do you miss reporting on it?

Well, it certainly dominated the agenda for a long time, and one thing I’ve noticed since moving to China is the increasing politicization of technology. That’s an exciting story and I do miss reporting on it to some extent. We saw in the realm of technology a recognition from countries like the US of China’s quick rise when it comes to technology and what they are doing with it. This led to some soul searching in America about what their strategies are when it comes to key technologies like 5G and artificial intelligence.

I also think it sparked some debate about what the internet itself will look like in the near future and which companies will be the most dominate. I’m sure it’s taken a backseat right now, given that the world is trying to deal with the coronavirus, but when this settles down, it will be very much back on the table – because it’s something that’s happening regardless of the virus.

This interview has been edited for brevity and clarity.

For the latest on China’s tech front, follow Arjun Kharpal on Twitter (@ArjunKharpal).

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TAKE STOCK TAP THAT APP

Grand Mountain Adventure: Snowboard Premiere While ski season generally comes to a close in April, there’s a great app that will keep winter sport enthusiasts entertained till next winter.

Grand Mountain Adventure, developed by Swedish game studio Toppluva, is a pure winner in our books. The app is a stunning open-world skiing and snowboarding experience, spanning eight ski resorts with vibrant, visual aesthetics and various challenges on each mountain.

Grand Mountain Adventure co-creator Sebastian Sehr told That’s that the app was recently made available in China and includes a Chinese language setting.

The gameplay is incredibly smooth, relying on your two thumbs to slice up the slopes and catch big air. You’ll also encounter avalanches and shred past bears and deer all while skiing around snow-covered vegetation.

Rightfully deserved, the game has won a heap of praise, with our favorite being its selection in ‘The 20 best mobile games you probably never heard of’ by Kotaku and Gizmodo in January, according to Toppluva’s official website. It’s a freemium app, meaning users have access to the first mountain but will need to purchase it (USD5) to unlock the rest of the mountains and other cool features.

Sehr said the team will also release the game on Nintendo Switch and Steam in the near future. So, get ready to shred the gnar well after the snow begins to melt. > Grand Mountain Adventure: Snowboard Premiere is available on iOS and Android devices.

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CHART ATTACK

Mask Madness Prior to the coronavirus outbreak, China’s mask market had more than 10% yearon-year growth. This year, however, China’s Center for Information Industry Development (CCID) is forecasting the market to grow by up to 28%, which would amass to RMB13 billion (USD1.87 billion) in total output value. Data from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology shows that China accounts for about half of the world’s annual mask production – including general gauze masks, medical masks, daily-use masks and industrial masks – and has the capacity to make anywhere from eight million to 20 million masks per day.

HIGHS AND LOWS

Highs:

China is applying its AI might to earthquake detection, using artificial intelligence to measure seismic activity – ultimately replacing current detection methods with more accurate and faster reports.

Jack Ma and the tech giant Alibaba’s charity foundation donating millions of masks and COVID-19 test kits to severely affected countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas in March to help with their coronavirus prevention and containment efforts.

Global Fast Casual Restaurant Chain Shake Shack announcing that it will open a new location in Shanghai’s Hongqiao Airport, adding to its previous two openings in the city – the company has aspirations to expand to 15 total locations in China by 2029.

Lows:

Alibaba’s notorious workplace app DingTalk taking a nosedive in app ratings after students mutinied against online classes in recent months.

Global stock markets suffering a historic hit as investor sentiment plummeted due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Tesla being called out by Chinese customers for installing some new Model 3 sedans with MW2.5 computer chips, a less advanced chip than what is on their specifications sheet.

Cyber criminals hacking into users’ computers via coronavirus case maps online. The malware threat, identified as AZORult, can collect info including user IDs, passwords, browsing histories and even cryptocurrency keys.

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INSPECT-A-GADGET

Meizu Anti-Splash Sonic Electric Toothbrush If you’re anything like us, brushing your teeth is a bona fide chore. But certainly a routine that can’t be ignored – unless you think healthy and pearly white teeth are overrated. We certainly don’t, which is why we’ve taken a liking to Meizu’s anti-splash sonic electric toothbrush.

Despite electric toothbrushes having long been in production around the world, there are a couple features with Meizu’s electric toothbrush that have us smiling. For starters, the oral accessory comes with patented antisplash technology making for a cleaner and more comfortable experience than other electric brushes. Another big plus is the battery life, which is up to 30 days, according to Meizu – beating out electric toothbrush competitors by at least a week.

The brush also features four different speeds – bright white mode, polishing mode, massage mode and sensitive mode, although we’re skeptical as to how different each mode really is. Nevertheless, if you’re looking to up your toothbrush game, moving from a manual brush to one with 32,000 ultra-high frequency vibrations per minute, Meizu is a viable option.

Originally focused on manufacturing MP3 and MP4 players in the early 2000s, Zhuhai-based Meizu pivoted to smartphones in 2006 and more recently began adding consumer products like backpacks and toothbrushes to its line of accessories. In 2015, Alibaba bet big on Meizu – investing USD590 million into the growing smartphone maker. Unfortunately, Meizu has seen better days, with the city of Zhuhai injecting more than RMB100 million of capital into the ailing company in early 2019 and a sizeable staff layoff last summer.

After its launch in fall 2019, Meizu’s electric toothbrush has also dropped in price from RMB299 to RMB239, making it a good value buy given its strong performance. > Meizu anti-splash sonic electric toothbrush is available on Taobao.com for as low as RMB239.

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COMMUTING COVID-19 How Mobility Companies Can Mitigate Disease Outbreaks

By Ryan Gandolfo

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took off work last month,” says Lan, as he steers his cab along a winding Guangzhou road on a cool evening in March. Operating one of the thousands of city taxis, the middle-aged cabbie tells us that business is looking up for drivers as the COVID-19 outbreak is brought under control. “It’s been slowly improving,” he says, before adding that the number of cars on the road in Guangzhou has been increasing daily.

In February, roads were barren in many parts of China as businesses closed and people were encouraged to work remotely in an effort to limit the spread of the new coronavirus strain, which is responsible for causing the COVID-19 disease. The lack of activity throughout the country following the outbreak was a hindrance to those in the taxi and ride-sharing industries.

“I’ve gotten about half the orders I usually do,” one driver-partner for Didi Chuxing reveals in Shenzhen’s Luohu district during the first week of February. The driver tells us that many of his fares come from passengers heading to or from their place of employment and that the extended Spring Festival Holiday has resulted in less work.

The effect of the coronavirus outbreak on China’s taxis and ride-hailing platforms has been drastic. As the rate of infection climbed rapidly in the Middle Kingdom, Didi, the nation’s most widely-used ride-hailing app, choose to allocate additional resources to ensure passenger and driver safety.

In China, reports of taxi and Didi drivers being quarantined due to close contact with COVID-19 patients have been sparse. In early February, Didi announced an insurance program for any of their driver-partners hospitalized with COVID-19, although we haven’t been able to confirm how many of the company’s drivers have been infected.

Meanwhile, there have been reports in places like Ireland, Thailand and Taiwan island of taxi drivers catching the disease or being quarantined as a result of driving infected passengers. One cab driver in Thailand, named Thongsuk Thongrat, may have been infected while driving a Chinese tourist to the hospital. Given the frequent use of taxis and ridesharing in many parts of the world today, the spread of the coronavirus could have been exacerbated by these modes of transportation in the early stages of the outbreak.

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In a statement to That’s, Beijingbased Didi Chuxing maintains that “the safety and health of our passengers and driver-partners remain Didi’s top priority.” In light of the global health crisis, the company has taken unprecedented measures to curb the spread of COVID-19 and ensure everyone’s safety while using its services. For example, Didi provided masks, disinfectants and protective gear to its driver-partners in 185 Chinese cities and required both drivers and passengers to wear masks. The company also installed protective sheet barriers between parties and called on drivers to roll down windows for ventilation.

Additionally, Didi provided free rides for those medical workers and relief organizations battling the coronavirus in cities such as Wuhan, Beijing and Shanghai.

Throughout the coronavirus outbreak, Didi continued its services, which were ranked among the lowest infection risks, according to a report by health information app Dingxiang Doctor in February. But although taxis and ride-sharing pose less of a threat

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than public transit, passengers are still susceptible to the virus via these transportation modes, which brings up the question: How might mobility companies be better equipped for the next potential pandemic?

Since human-to-human transmission has been so prevalent in this latest health crisis, there is certainly a case to be made that autonomous driving could reduce the spread of a future outbreak. Although still far off from realizing a completely driver-less robo-taxi fleet in the PRC, companies like Pony.ai and WeRide are pushing the needle to make self-driving taxis a reality. “The outbreak of coronavirus unveils the enormous social value of self-driving technology,” a spokesperson from WeRide tells us, noting that driverless cars could carry both medical staff and infected patients without causing cross infection. “When the city has to be shut down like in Wuhan, self-driving vehicles could keep transportation systems functioning 24/7 to carry goods like food and medical materials.”

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Guangzhou-headquartered WeRide launched its own robo-taxi service with safety drivers in the southern city’s Huangpu district at the end of 2019, and has accumulated more than 1,000,000 kilometers of road-testing mileage in China to date. After temporarily suspending services in February due to the outbreak, the company resumed its service on March 3 while taking many of the same precautions as Didi did for everyone’s safety.

Autonomous vehicle testing has also been a focus in China’s capital city. According to the Beijing Autonomous Vehicle Road Test Report 2019, 12 companies tested self-driving cars on Beijing roads, reaching 886,600 kilometers last year. The two leading companies among the pack were Baidu (52 test vehicles) and Pony.ai (five test vehicles) – logging 754,000 and 111,200 kilometers, respectively. Other companies engaged in self-driving testing include Shanghai-based car manufacturer NIO, Tencent, Didi, Meituan, Daimler and Audi, among others.

When we ask about an expected timeline for realizing a fully autonomous vehicle fleet in China, WeRide tells us, “Self-driving technology is something new. No government in the world has the experience in regulating this technol-

ogy and its commercialization.” However, the Chinese government has shown a high level of support, including a new strategy to promote smart vehicle development recently announced by 11 ministries and commissions in China.

“Due to the current health issue, regulators will better understand the value of self-driving technology. From a long-term perspective, it surely will encourage legislation to promote the technology,” WeRide adds.

Despite the long road ahead, mobility companies acknowledge the role that autonomous driving could play in reducing the spread of the next potential disease outbreak – but there’s no sense in rushing it. “While we believe autonomous driving technology will reduce direct contact between drivers and passengers and lower the possibility of spreading the coronavirus, the commercial application of the technology is a staged process and one that can’t be rushed,” according to Didi.

However, the impact that a technology like autonomous driving could have by the time another situation like this occurs shouldn’t be underestimated. As WeRide notes, “No one hopes another epidemic will happen again, but we all realize [if it does] then self-driving technology will play an important role.”

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PORTRAITS OF

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STORIES FROM CHILDREN BORN DURING THE ONECHILD POLICY, GUIZHOU’S GUNSLINGERS AND TRADITIONAL CERAMICS MAKERS Interviews by Cameron Hack Additional research by Matthew Bossons

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his month, we’re happy to present you with Portraits of China: Part II. The first edition of POC ran as the cover story of That’s magazines in Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai and Shenzhen back in February of 2019.

It shared astonishing stories from across China in an effort to introduce readers to the country’s living past. Both the first series and the stories in the following pages were curated by British photographer and history-lover Cameron Hack, a Beijing resident who has collected around 600 interviews while exploring China over the past several years. His project, titled Humans of China, was inspired by the popular photoblog Humans of New York, which went viral after its launch in 2010.

We’ve compiled a small collection of his captivating interviews with the guntoting villagers of Basha Miao village in Guizhou, ceramic makers in Jiangxi and children born and raised during China’s one-child policy. Enjoy!

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he mountains and verdant forests of Guizhou are home to an impressive number of different traditions, faiths and foodstuffs from the Miao, Dong, Shui and Bouyei ethnic minorities.

The Miao settlement of Basha in the province’s southeast is of particular interest to outsiders, due to its inhabitants’ unique firearm culture.

For all intents and purposes, guns are pretty much banned across China, with exceptions only for official state bodies (the military and police, for example) and limited civilian activities such as hunting and sport shooting. The Miao of Basha have also been granted a pass, and tourists from across China descend upon the village year after year to witness residents’ folk performances and gawk at their guns.

According to a 2015 Business Insider article, Basha gunslingers originally used firearms for hunting and to defend against bears living in the surrounding wilderness. Their usage of firearms reportedly dates back hundreds of years.

Here, Hack shares insights from three Basha villagers.

80 YEARS OLD GUIZHOU “A couple of days after I was born my family planted a tree for me. The plan was for the tree to be cut down when I die and then a coffin would be made with the trunk. This has been the tradition here for generations, but it’s since stopped in recent years. The tree probably won’t be cut down when I’m gone.

It’ll be left here to grow. My clothes are also made with the leaves from this tree so the tree not only serves people in death but also in life.

“At the age of 4, my father gave me this gun. Now, the gun is around 75 years old, so you could call it an antique. I’m 80 years old – so you could also call me an antique!

Before, we’d use these guns for hunting.

We’d hunt for wild pigs and birds, but I no longer use the gun for that. I only use it now when I perform for tourists. My father also

gave me a knife, which I kept strapped to my belt and would use to cut bamboo and make baskets.

“In the ’60s, I went to Beijing to work as soldier. I had to walk for a good few hours to reach the nearest train station and when I arrived, I got myself onto a train that was carrying coal to Beijing. The train carriage was small and dirty and by the end of the journey, which lasted hours, I was black. I stayed in Beijing for five years and it was a really great experience. Though, I couldn’t carry my gun or knife there. In those five years, I only managed to visit home once. Traveling back from Beijing took me a very long time and my salary was low – only RMB6 per month – but they gave us food and a place to live. I liked Beijing a lot, but I think I prefer the village where I’m from.”

65 YEARS OLD GUIZHOU “My father started to teach me how to cut hair using a sickle when I was 12. Now, 53 years later, I’m one of just a handful of men here who can still cut hair this way. This sickle is also 53 years old – my father gave it to me when he first started to teach me. I am trying to pass on this dying tradition and have recently been teaching some young boys here, but as time passes, the younger generation becomes less interested. Our ancestors didn’t have scissors and the only way they could cut hair was with tools they also used for farming. We do have scissors now, but we try to keep old traditions like this alive.

“Firstly, to cut someone’s hair, you need to rub their scalp with warm water – no soap or foam is needed. I make sure the sickle is sharp enough, then I’ll tie their ponytail out of the way and start cutting, which takes me around a minute. Young boys and men here have had ponytails for generations; to attend funerals, weddings and other important festivals, you must have a ponytail. Also, the government will pay money for men who keep them. We are the only branch of Miao with hair like this. It also represents our ancestors and helps us keep their memories alive.

“In the last few years, more and more tourists have been visiting us because we still carry guns and live in a very traditional way. Sometimes I cut their hair, which is a way for me to make some extra money. Within our village, I cut hair for free and don’t need (or want) them to pay me. I can’t cut my own hair, so my younger brother helps me.”

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75 YEARS OLD GUIZHOU “Like most men here, I’ve smoked all my life. Before, along with drinking homemade rice wine, it was one of the only pleasures we had. Life was extremely tough then. Farming was hard work and when the crop was ready, it became even harder. I made baskets from bamboo and they’d be filled with rice, which I’d carry on my back and shoulders up the mountains. The two baskets balanced on each end of a bamboo pole, and could weigh up to 150 kilograms together. They’d rub against my neck and shoulders, and would eventually make me bleed. It was painful but I didn’t really have much choice.

“Since opening up to tourists, life has become a little better, but it’s still not great. The local government makes a lot of money from ticket sales, but the local people still have to work hard performing for tourists and farming. I’m 75 years old this year and enjoy chatting with people who visit us. They often travel a long way to learn about our culture and traditions. It has also given me the chance to do some things I enjoy, like playing music and making things with what I find in the forests around us. This pipe I smoke with I made myself. It’s pretty long and it took me quite a while. I had to slowly and carefully carve out the inside without breaking it. Patience was needed – and the patience paid off!”

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hina officially abandoned its decades-old one-child policy back on January 1, 2016, replacing it with a two-child policy. But although the population control measure is now a footnote in China’s history, its effects on generations of Chinese people will likely be felt for some time to come.

To better understand the policy’s impacts and gain insight from people who lived through it, Hack spoke to three individuals about their experiences growing up during China’s one-child era. Here, he shares their musings:

25 YEARS OLD JIANGXI Kong a couple of years ago and I absolutely loved it there. It fueled my passion for traveling even more.

“The dream I had at 16 is very different from the dream I now have at 25 years old. I would love to be able to find someone like-minded who also loves to travel. I want to find someone serious and I don’t want to mess around anymore. I also want to have children, and I know that I want to raise my children a lot differently than the way I was raised. I want their childhood to be filled with unconditional love and freedom – for them to be encouraged to do what they want to do with their lives. I want them to seize any and every opportunity they have to make them happy. I would also give this advice to people at the age of 16 right now: Do what makes you happy and only listen to yourself, not anyone else.”

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“From the age of 6, I lived with my grandma.

When I was around 16, she passed away.

She was 91 years old. Life was tough as it is for a young girl at that age, but to experience someone you love passing away, it made it much harder. I was still in middle school, and there was a lot of pressure from my teachers to finish homework and prepare for exams. I was studying hard, as I really wanted to go to university in Hong Kong. It was a big dream, and I knew it would be very difficult for me to achieve.

“I come from a poor background that mainly supports boys. My parents never said this, but I know that they much preferred my older brother. In the end, we didn’t have enough money for me to study at a university.

I regret not going; if I had the chance to go back and change things, that’s one thing I would definitely want to do. I visited Hong

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26 YEARS OLD BEIJING “I had a bit of a dysfunctional upbringing and like many others, I spent a lot of time living away from my parents. I grew up with my grandmother in the countryside. When I was 11 years old, I went to boarding school. It was pretty far away from where I lived and I only had the chance to visit home twice a week, on Wednesday and Friday nights. I went home mid-week for one night, a nice break away from the dorm at school, and on Thursday mornings, I’d have to get up really early to make my way back. My grandmother would wake me up at 4am with a flashlight to help me get dressed and pack my things; it was dark and cold, especially in the winter. She did everything she could for me. She really cared about me. However, now I don’t get to see her often, but she is still very much alive and well.

“I have a little brother who is nine years younger than me.

We lived together until he was 3 years old and then my family decided to move to another city, leaving me behind at boarding school. I remember the day my dad came to pick me up for the last time. I was about 12 – it was a confusing time for me as my body was going through lots of changes, mentally and physically. I didn’t want them to leave me and I kept using the phone to call them; I was screaming, shouting and acting like a crazy child. Eventually, they started to ignore the phone calls and I calmed down, but I was still so sad and angry deep down. They only returned for Spring Festival and each time they returned, they left me all over again. They said there was no choice and that they had to. I felt lost again and the house would suddenly become empty.

“One of the only good things about my hometown, apart from my loving grandmother, was my cousin. He was seven years younger than me, so he didn’t always understand what was happening, but he always made me feel better. He was very smart and sweet, and he called me his sister. I felt as though he could sense it when I felt down or lonely; he would come and sit quietly next to me as I would watch TV, and after, I’d usually feel much better. I think he missed me when I left him and my grandmother to go back to school.

“When I was 17 and he was in his last year of junior school, he came to visit me. The security guard wouldn’t let him enter the school, so he waited outside for me to finish my class. That day, he had bought a peach to give me – he worried that the peach wouldn’t taste so good, as he had been holding the peach in his sweaty hand for a long time. He was diagnosed with leukemia in 2010, around the same year I went to university. I was really busy then. He went to Shanghai for therapy and stayed for a year. In that year, I managed to travel there twice to spend a few days with him. He was just as I remembered him – still very smart and very sweet. He went through many painful procedures but he would never complain. He was a real fighter, but in 2011, he lost his battle and passed away. I tried to rush back to see him one last time, but I didn’t make it. I never had the chance to see him alive again.

After seven years, I still feel very regretful. I miss him more and more each day.”

“I was born in a small village and after I was born, my parents wanted to sell me to a family from the city. Back then, people were not allowed to have more than two children. My mother really wanted a boy, but she wasn’t allowed to find out if I was a boy or girl during pregnancy. She spent months hiding away to avoid being caught as she already had two children – both girls. The family that I was going to be sold to were particularly rich. My parents had arranged for them to visit our village to see me. They drove their car to our home. Having a car back then in the ’90s was a big deal, as hardly anyone had the money to buy a car. My grandfather was furious and refused to let them buy me, so they left. I am so glad that I wasn’t sold, because I wouldn’t be the lady I am today if I had been.

“I loved growing up with my grandparents and also my great grandmother. I have many fond memories of them all. Growing up, we had lots of fun together and I could feel everyone loved me a lot.

I remember throwing rocks one day and accidentally hitting a man’s motorbike, breaking his mirror. The man was so angry and demanded that my grandfather hit me with a bamboo cane and then give the man some money. My grandfather did end up hitting me and then gave the man RMB5. At the time, that was a lot of money. After the man left, my grandfather felt very guilty and took me to the shop to buy some of my favorite foods as a kid. My mother has since told me that she regrets not keeping me to raise herself, but at that time, life wasn’t easy. I have forgiven her and I know she is proud of me. And in some ways, I know she is surprised at how well I have done so far with my life. I am also proud of myself.”

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“I’ve always looked up to my grandmother – to me she is very special. When I was young, I lived with her and my grandfather, but he has since passed away. I was always a little naughty with them and I used to secretly sell things I found around the house, like scrap metal that my grandfather needed. I sold it to make myself some money. I would then use the money to buy ice cream at the shop. I remember he would get so angry, but not for too long. He said my face was too cute to stay angry at.

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hinese ceramics enjoy a long and proud history and are famous around the globe – from the Terracotta Warriors of the first emperor to the brilliant three-colored wares of the Tang dynasty and the innovative five-colored wares of the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. While traveling through East China’s Jiangxi province last year, Hack connected with two traditional pottery craftspeople to find out more about their trade and careers. Here is what they had to say:

56 YEARS OLD JIANGXI “While I am busy making the bowls, my wife is busy painting them. I would say that we are the very last generation that can still make pottery in such traditional ways and most young people haven’t studied these techniques. It’s a shame, but nowadays using machines in factories is much quicker and much cheaper. I also think young people, like my children, are not really interested.

“When my parents were younger, they walked here from another city in Jiangxi, which took them two days. They came here looking for work; this is probably the only place in China you can find such traditional ways of crafting pottery. I started to study at around the age of 12, back in 1976, when my dad took me to work at a government-run factory. My parents had three sons and, at the time, the government said that only one son could study pottery. My one brother was too old and the other was too young, so he chose me.

“I have only ever done this job. Back when I first started, I was earning RMB18 a month – it was a lot of money at the time. It was enough to feed my family and more. It made me very popular with the girls, and many of them wanted to marry me.

“I learned the basics with my dad. He started in 1948 – he was 15 at the time. He showed me that I needed to be very patient. If mistakes were made, I’d just have to try again. At first, I made a lot of mistakes, but after some time I became better and better.

Although we never got a day off, I really liked my job. I would have to wake up early and walk to work. After a few hours, we’d have a lunch break where we could go home to eat, take a nap and then get back to work in the afternoon. I still really like my job after all these years and I still work in a government-run institution. Its aim is to preserve tradition and give tourists a chance to see how China was in the past.

“Many people visit me, take photos and have a chat while I sit here and work. The things I make can be sold; a bowl can go for RMB95. Timing is key and you can’t leave anything in the kiln or in water for too long, so I still have to concentrate hard. Everything we make is different and unique. The process is long, but when you see a beautiful handmade and hand-painted bowl (or vase, or plate) it’s amazing. Even after all this time.”

63 YEARS OLD JIANGXI “I’ve been painting for about 50 years now – I started at the age of 16. When I was younger, in the ’60s and ’70s, I had no chance to study. Like a lot of people at the time and like many of our parents, we went to work in the ceramics industry, either making or painting pottery.

“I started working in a factory that was owned and run by the government, and there were some amazing painters who worked there. They taught me how to paint, and out of respect, I would call them master. My mom made pottery and then my dad would paint what she made. He also taught me how to paint when I was younger. I learned to paint on teapots, plates, vases and just about any other type of ce-

ramics. I can also paint on paper, which is a little easier.

“I still have this job and still really enjoy it. It’s very peaceful and I guess I can call it my hobby, not just my job. I work in a park where tourists can visit and watch us in action. This is the last place in China you can find this type of handcraft. Sometimes, people buy the things I’ve painted, or if they want something of theirs painted, they can ask me and I’ll do it. I often paint animals on plates, usually any of the 12 animals from the Chinese zodiac calendar.

“Each plate takes about 10 days, and can sell for up to RMB6,800. I can only read and write very basic characters, so someone else will write the letters after I’ve finished painting. For this job you need patience – I am a very patient lady.”

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DAVID EDWARDS

Head of School at ISA Science City International School Interview by Matthew Bossons

David Edwards commenced his position as head of school at Guangzhou’s soon-to-beopen ISA Science City International School in October of last year. He brings to the job 26 years of educational leadership experience in schools around the world, having engaged with schools in Australia, Hong Kong SAR, Singapore, Republic of Korea, India, Chinese mainland and the United Arab Emirates. For this month’s Full House column, we spoke to Edwards to learn more about what parents and students alike can expect from ISA Science City when it opens its doors in September 2020.

A good teacher can make all the difference. What qualities do you look for when hiring school faculty?

When we hire staff, we follow a simple four-step process: A. They must love children, must love teaching; B. We explore what they do beyond the classroom: their own study, associations they are members of, conferences they attend, sporting teams they coach and so on. This reinforces whether they see teaching as a job or a vocation; C. We learn more about the types of schools they have worked in previously.

We want evidence that in their professional journey, they know what high standards look and feel like; D. Our final step is to ensure that the qualifications each teacher possesses are highly recognized, have been obtained at strong universities and colleges, and are directly related to the role we are recruiting them for.

The Greater Bay Area is becoming increasingly associated with technical innovation. How will technology be utilized in the school’s curriculum?

We must ensure that students and teachers understand the wide-reach of technology, develop a range of critical skills that help them explore technology more effectively and are comfortable navigating the world we now have, which is technologically driven. So, professional development of staff is critical throughout the organization and we have built an organizational structure that will ensure every member of staff is given excellent training and support, which will then directly impact the experience of families and most impor-

tantly, the students.

In terms of hardware, primary and secondary school students will be a one-toone technology environment, additionally supported by smart boards in all rooms and a very strong wireless network. Our Innovation Hub will be a central place all members of the school community will be able to come throughout the school day for support, guidance and extension activities.

There seems to be an ever-growing selection of international and bilingual schools in the Greater Bay Area. What will set ISA Science City International School apart?

ISA Science City is already quite unique.

We are not a franchise, whose brand is attached by name to an overseas entity.

We are not directly licensed by a foreign government curriculum, be it from the UK or US for example. ISA Science City is a purpose-built international school, bringing together – through all facets – the best of the East and West.

We recognize that we are a school striving towards excellence at an internationally recognized level, and will be a school in Asia, in China, within the GBA, in the city of Guangzhou, placed in Science City. Each of these layers is important, especially when we think more carefully about the desires and aspirations of families in these zones, as well as the curriculum standards we must meet at each of these levels. Outstanding schools are very clear on their purpose, identity and programs. They make strong, unwavering commitments to deliver on each of these

elements. Outstanding schools focus on getting the foundations very strong and in doing so, ensure that teaching and learning are consistently strong in every class, for every student, every day. They ensure that there is a positive, strong relationship between home and school. ISA Science City is focused upon getting these foundations incredibly strong. In doing so, we are confident in the opportunities we will provide our families now, ensuring their child’s success in the future.

On a personal note, what brought you to Guangzhou?

Joining ISA International Education Group was an outcome of belief. I deeply believe in the vision and commitment of the board and investors. I believe that there is an extraordinary opportunity to develop a school in Guangzhou that is respectful to family aspirations, understands and respects the culture and place where we exist, strives towards excellent international standards and is a place and space which excites and encourages great learning.

Guangzhou is a wonderful city. I particularly admire the urban planning in Zhujiang New Town and how there is a respectful co-existence between the old and the new. The overall ‘vibe’ of the city is also fantastic. People are more friendly and relaxed than perhaps the larger northern cities and there is a great openness to all people. This is not the same as other cities I have lived in nor spent time working in.

This interview has been edited for brevity and clarity.

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LIVING ROOM DAD’S BOOK LIST Book recommendations from That’s editor-in-chief and ‘girl dad’ Matthew Bossons.

All Ages

Love You Forever

By Robert Munsch, Sheila McGraw

This heartwarming storybook was written

by American-Canadian children’s writer Robert Munsch back in 1986. Love You Forever revolves around the evolving relationship between a mother and her son as the boy grows from a baby to a man with a family of his own. Munsch’s prose is sure to tug at the heart strings, while Sheila McGraw’s fantastic artwork makes the book a visually engaging journey for readers of all ages.

BREAKING BITE

Sweet & Sour Korean Tostadas Recipe Korean food is best known for its barbecue and kimchi, but it’s much more than that. Its sweet, salty, spicy and fermented flavors take time to delve into and understand. At its core, we believe good Korean food is just like all good food – steeped in tradition that employs fresh local ingredients to produce unique flavors. Bulgogi, which translates to ‘fire meat’ is found everywhere in Korea. We first made Korean bulgogi tacos at a cooking workshop and have wanted to take a crack at doing something a bit different with it.

The result was bulgogi-style tofu skin tostadas topped with pickled purple cabbage, onions and chilies, as well as jalapeno coconut cream sauce and microgreens. This veganfriendly dish is surprisingly easy to make. With its bright colors, sweet and sour combo, and satisfying crunch, it makes for the perfect meal. Scan the QR below to get the recipe!

Ages 12+

The Call of the Wild

By Jack London This classic novel recently received yet another big-screen adaptation, this time starring iconic actor Harrison Ford. While the 2020 film has received mixed reviews, the book remains a tried-and-true classic, even if some of the cultural depictions have aged (very) poorly. The story follows the adventure of a Scotch Collie-St. Bernard mix named Buck who is stolen and transported from his comfortable life in California to the wilds of Alaska.

Parents should note the book does contain descriptions of violence.

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CLASS CLOWN

DingTalk Down Despite schools across China being suspended in February and March due to the coronavirus outbreak, students were still taking classes online – thanks in large part to Alibaba’s DingTalk.

The workplace communications app, which has a built-in feature for students to attend virtual classes, saw its user count rapidly increase in early 2020 as millions of students began taking online classes. Chinese students, however, decided to ‘stick it to the man’ by giving the app a barrage of one-star ratings in the hope that it would be taken offline, with some leaving satirical comments such as “great software” and “what an awesome app!” Global Times reported that the majority of students complained that the app had “ruined their winter vacation.”

Thanks, DingTalk…

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Education News from Across China Big news in South China’s education sector: Construction on Lady Eleanor Holles (LEH) International School Foshan is nearing completion and the facility is on track for its grand opening in September of this year. Also set to open in the fall is ISA Science City International School in Guangzhou, which will accommodate 1,800 students from 2 to 18 years old.

In other news, Nord Anglia International School Guangzhou has unveiled some exciting new details about its Huangpu campus – which will open in August. Among the highlights: The school will boast a STEAM Lab, theater and indoor swimming pool. Additionally, Nord Anglia School Guangzhou, Panyu is set to officially welcome students in September 2020.

In Beijing, AISB/Hope International has taken its curriculum online in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak. Despite the challenges that come with digital learning, the school is happy to report that it has been able to appropriately address students’ needs, including intellectual, emotion and physical growth.

With schools in Shanghai closed due to COVID-19, for the past two months Britannica International School, Shanghai has been using its virtual learning platforms to ensure continuity of education for all of its students.

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BEND IT N E D W O B E K I L g the ‘Beautiful Meet the Brit Introducin Game’ to Youth in China

By Matthew Bossons

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f you were able to travel back in time and chat with Andrew Bowden when he first arrived in China in November 2013, chances are he wouldn’t have predicted where his China journey would take him.

Originally from Buckinghamshire, England, Bowden touched down in Guangzhou with his best friend Sidney Bartlett to complete a six-month TEFL teaching contract. As is so often the case, both men fell in love with the city and are still here six and a half years later.

Bowden’s professional career has evolved greatly since he first stepped off the plane at Baiyun International Airport: He has gone from a short-term ESL teacher to working as the full-time elementary school athletics director at the Canadian International School of Guangzhou.

Those who know Bowden well will tell you that he’s an eternal optimist who is motivated and generally passionate about life. They’ll also confide that he is a massive sports fan and a talented athlete.

“I was always a sports fanatic from a young age. I played many sports growing up including football, cricket, tennis, rugby and athletics,” Bowden tells That’s. “I started focusing primarily on football in my teenage years and I have learnt so many important life skills from playing this great game.”

In 2016, the now 31-year-old Brit decided to take his love of sports beyond the school setting, founding Guangzhou Sharks Football Club with Bartlett.

The club came about organically, after a couple of his students’ parents approached him to inquire about whether he’d be interested in providing weekend football classes for their children.

“The very first class started with 10 children and we have not looked back,” says Bowden. “I coached football for many years and have played since I was 4 years old in England, so I was very excited for this opportunity to start and grow a club.”

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At present, Sharks FC has 125 children participating in their weekend programs. If you include the students partaking in the organization’s in-school programs, Sharks’ coaching staff are directly involved in the football development of over 200 kids each week.

The increased enrollment has resulted in youngsters of various ages and skill levels coming together to learn about the ‘Beautiful Game’ and how to maintain an active lifestyle. To accommodate the diversity of ages and the geographic spread of their membership, Bowden and his coaching staff offer a range of classes at Wanshengwei in Haizhu and Agile in Panyu.

“We have Mini Sharks classes for our young children to learn the fundamentals of the game in a fun environment. We then have classes for 9- to 13-year-olds, both beginner and advanced levels,” Bowden tells us. “Our advanced teams compete in regional and national competitions and hopefully next year, international competitions.”

Henry Cross, a U-12 Sharks FC squad member from the United States, writes in a testimonial provided to That’s, “The coaches always give us tips, encouragement and support, which makes me want to keep playing and keep improving. We’ve also started playing in a lot of matches and tournaments with other teams, which can be challenging but also a lot of fun and a great way to get more practice and experience.”

In addition to the diversity of ages and skill levels present in Sharks FC participants, the organization boasts a highly international membership – with kids from around the globe partaking in the fun. Recently, Bowden has also noticed that an increasing number of girls are showing an interest in joining the honorable ranks of Sharks FC. As a result of the growing demand from girls in Guangzhou, Sharks FC is introducing its first girls-only team this year.

“I absolutely love the diversity of Guangzhou and Sharks FC is no different. We coach children from over 20 countries and seeing them learn and grow together is a huge honor of mine,” says Bowden. “Over the years, more and more girls have been signing up, which we are thrilled about.”

Like any job, though, there are challenges. With a mix of both international students and local Chinese youth participating, language barriers are an unavoidable obstacle. With his characteristic optimism, Bowden notes that motivated students make this hinderance one that’s easy to overcome.

“It is amazing how quickly kids can pick up basic football language,” Bowden tells us. “Demonstrations are also a great nonverbal form of communication.” He additionally notes that bilingual coaches and children help explain the finer points of football when necessary.

This is perhaps the winning feature of Bowden and Bartlett’s creation: It connects a diverse group of kids and coaches in a welcoming environment outside the classroom and pushes them to learn from each other. The goal, as far as we can tell, is as much about developing friendships and good values as it is about honing athletic prowess.

“Sharks FC has been a huge positive for my son Zach,” says Guangzhou expat (and self-proclaimed football legend) Chris Thomas. “He gets to learn the value of team work as well as learning a sport, which is made fun by all the excellent coaches.”

Justin Uren agrees, writing in a testimonial provided to That’s, “Sharks coaching is not only of the highest standard in China but also higher than we had in South Africa and England. Coaches don’t only focus on football skills but also teach important life skills such as respect, commitment, dedication and teamwork. All of the above seem to be core values of the Sharks academy, which are propelling this team to be one of the most competitive sides in Guangzhou and Guangdong. As parents we are extremely proud to be part of this professional structure.”

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FLU OR FAUX?

COVID-19 Is Not Your Annual Influenza, Here’s Why

By Dr. Harvey Mao

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n March 11, the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic.

As of that date, the new coronavirus had spread worldwide, with more than 118,000 confirmed cases in 114 countries and over 4,300 deaths. With the added attention comes a demand for deeper and broader research into the disease, as many people – including some world leaders – still believe that COVID-19 is simply an enhanced form of influenza. Simply put, it’s not; although the two illnesses do share a lot in common.

There are similarities in symptoms, transmission and prevention of both diseases. A fever, cough, general body aches, fatigue, pneumonia and sometimes abdominal problems like vomiting and diarrhea are possible symptoms of COVID-19 and the seasonal flu. Both diseases can be transmitted between

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people via water droplets released when an infected patient coughs, sneezes or talks and both can also be fatal in seniors and frail individuals.

Additionally, both viruses enter the human body through the mucous membrane of the nose, throat and – in rare cases – eyes. This specific similarity has resulted in similar preventative measures for both COVID-19 and the flu: contact avoidance and social distancing, frequent hand-washing, face masks and strategic coughing and sneezing (into a bent elbow).

That all said, the differences between the two illnesses are colossal. COVID-19 is caused by the 2019 novel coronavirus, now referred to as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 or SARS-CoV-2, which is totally different in structure and function from the flu virus.

SARS-CoV-2 is a coronavirus, with a linear single-stranded RNA as its genetic material, while the influenza virus is a member of the Orthomyxoviridae family, which has a core of segment-stranded RNA. Segmented RNA is the fundamental reason why the influenza virus mutates so easily and requires annual vaccination.

Compared to influenza, COVID-19 is more easily spread by droplets and stays in the air longer, which increases the possibility of the disease being spread while airborne. According to a recent report from the New England Journal of Medicine, COVID-19’s R-naught is 2.2, making it more contagious than the seasonal flu and even the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic, which had an R-naught value of 1.8 and killed around 20 million people worldwide by some estimations. For the unaware, R-naught is also referred to as a ‘reproduction number’ and indicates how contagious a disease is.

Another major difference is that face masks are encouraged as an effective preventative measure against COVID-19, while masks are generally not recom-

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mended during flu seasons. Of course, there are also powerful antiviral drugs – such as Oseltamivir – that can combat flu symptoms and shorten the infection period; for COVID-19, no medication has been proven effective at present.

All treatments for the disease caused by the new coronavirus are supportive in nature, including oxygen and assisted ventilation.

Much ink has been spilt addressing the possibility of a COVID-19 vaccine, but the possibility of one being developed during this pandemic is not promising. In contrast, a flu vaccine is readily available and effective, although it is necessary to be revaccinated annually.

One of the core differences between the two diseases is COVID-19’s unique pathological process. Based on research published last month in the Lancet, COVID-19 can cause serious cytokine storms in hospitalized patients.

Cytokines are inflammatory molecules released by our immune system to fight against viruses and infections, but when too many are released, they can cause considerable damage to the human body. In short, COVID-19 infection triggers a ‘storm’ of rapid, excessive and uncontrolled cytokine production that can cause pneumonitis, acute respiratory syndrome, respiratory failure, organ failure, shock and secondary bacterial pneumonia.

This characteristic explains why the illness takes a sharp and sudden turn in so many cases, wreaking havoc on patients with previously mild symptoms.

This is seldom seen in influenza cases, or even SARS patients. As such, more and more front-line doctors are shifting their focus to cytokine storm alleviation and prevention when treating people suffering from COVID-19.

As the pandemic has shown its sneaky and monstrous shape, its highly contagious nature is becoming more

understood by doctors and researchers. The current consensus is, before a specific cure and vaccine emerge, limiting COVID-19’s spread is the most effective strategy. Increasingly, countries, communities and facilities are assembling pandemic preparedness plans that include travel bans, quarantine procedures and remote education for students. As you probably already know, these measures are quite different from what has been done previously to combat the seasonal flu. On a personal level, good hygiene practices and crowd avoidance are simple and necessary measures that everyone should follow.

Since COVID-19 and influenza share some upper respiratory tract and abdominal symptoms in the initial stages, what should people do if they develop these symptoms? The answer to this is a bit complicated, as different strategies are being implemented in different countries and regions. For example, going to a hospital or clinic to see a doctor in England is strictly prohibited at the moment, as authorities there consider the risk of contracting SARS-CoV-2 through cross-infection in healthcare facilities much higher than that of delayed treatment. Patients there should call the NHS, receive an online medical evaluation and self-isolate.

Where I am based, in Shenzhen, we have had zero new cases for quite a while and it is considered safe and wise for patients to go see a doctor if they are showing concerning symptoms.

Once at the clinic, suspected COVID-19 cases will be tested for the disease. Of course, if you suspect you’re infected with influenza or the common cold, staying at home is best.

Dr. Harvey Mao is a general practitioner at Vista-SK International Medical Center in Shenzhen.

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BEIJING CONTEMPORARY & MIXED CUISINE 8 Qi Nian 祈年8号 (Cantonese/Sichuan) The New World Hotel’s flagship restaurant has classic Chinese cuisine in abundance, as well as some vitalityrestoring medicinal soups. (Their decent wine list is just as effective.) > Mon-Fri 11:30am-2:15pm, 5:30-9:30pm, Sat/Sun 12- 2:45pm, 5:30-9:30pm; 2/F, New World Hotel, 8 Qinian Dajie, Dongcheng 东城区 祈年大街 8 号新世界酒店 2 层 (5960 8822)

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Middle 8 Restaurant 中8楼 An oasis at the top of Taikoo Li, Middle 8 is the goto destination for fresh authentic Yunnan cuisine. The restaurant, stylish yet understated, has plenty of flavorsome wellpriced dishes and a killer view to boot. > Sanlitun Taikoo Li: Daily 11:00am-10:00pm, Taikoo Li Sanlitun South South Area F4 , Chaoyang 朝阳区三里 屯太古里南区 4 层 6415 8858 Sanlitun: Daily 11:00am- 10:00pm, 60 Meters Of No. 6 Building Sanlitun South Road Chaoyang District. 三里屯店 : 朝阳区三 里屯南路 6 号楼南侧 60 米 6595 9872 6593 8970 Raffles: Daily 11:00am-10:00pm, 5 Floor Of Raffles shopping center Dongzhimen Dongcheng District. 来福士店 : 东城区东直门来福士购物中心 5 层 8409819984098234 Indigo: Daily 11:00am-10:00pm, Jiuxianqiao Road No.20 Indigo F2 , Chaoyang 朝 阳 区 酒 仙 桥 路 20 号 颐 堤 港 2 层 8420 0883 Fenglan: Daily 11:00am-10:00pm, Xizhimen North Street No.32 Maples International Center Blok B1 Floor Haidian 海淀区西直门大街 32 号 枫蓝国际中心 B 座 1 层 6223 5583

WESTERN Maison Flo ¥¥ (French) Marble slabs, mosaic floors and brass fittings establish the Parisian bona fides; dishes like snails (RMB78), oysters (RMB48 each) and steak tartare (RMB158) confirm. The grandeur is matched only by the service, and the prices reflect the authenticity of the experience. > Daily 11am-midnight; 18 Xiaoyun Lu, Chaoyang 朝 阳区霄云路 18 号 (6595 5135)

CONTEMPORARY WESTERN Turkish Feast A steakhouse and traditional Turk-ish restaurant all in one. Turkish Feast boasts dry-aged steaks, a state-of-the-art charcoal grill, as well as authentic Turkish cuisine. This amazing combination results in the best traditional kebabs in Beijing. > 115, Shang, 20 Xinyuanlixi 新源里西20号楼金尚 源1 层115 西庭秀色 (010 6468 8321)

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and menu for this longstanding cafe has propelled it from hipster hangout to Gulou institution. Large, airy and with a terrace for summer, the only downside is it’s always packed. Daily 9.30am-midnight，42 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng 东城区鼓楼东大街42号 (8403 9807) TRIBE * Salads, wraps and sandwiches, and noodle and grain bowls are as tasty as they are holistic, and there are more superfoods in one single dish than we even knew existed. Come hungry, leave basking in the warm glow that comes from knowing that you are eating well.

Kombucha is the icing on the (organic, locally-sourced) cake. > Daily 8am-10.30pm, 1/F, Building 3, China View Plaza, 2A Gongti Dong Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区工体东路 甲2号中国 红街大厦3号楼1层大厅入口南侧(85871899)

ITALIAN Tiago Home Kitchen Even the most exacting palettes are delighted by TIAGO, whose team prepares globally sourced ingredients and sustainably grown produce. TIAGO’s dining experience is distinctly Italian, but its menu also offers such classics as Australian steaks and Boston lobster- plus a wide selection of salads, pizza, pasta and desserts. >Indigo: Daily 11.30am-10pm, Shop L173, Indigo Mall, 18 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳 区酒仙桥路18号颐堤港购物中心L173商铺(6438 8772); Chaoyang Joy City: Daily 11am-10pm, 5F50/6F, Chaoyang Joy City, 101 Chaoyang Beilu, Chaoyang 朝阳区朝阳北路101号朝阳大悦 城5F50/6F(8558 3892) Annie’s ¥ * Now a certified Beijing institution, Annie’s serves up the city’s most reliable Italian fare. Delivery is free anywhere between Line 5 and the the Fifth Ring Road (call for delivery prices outside this area), and can be ordered in English between 10.30am and 10.30pm from www.annies.com.cn. Alternatively, drop in to your local branch. > All open Daily,10.30am-11pm; Beijing Riviera: opposite west gate of Lane Bridge Villa, Shunyi 朝 阳 区来广营东路5号长岛澜桥别墅西门对面尚古 城一楼 (8470 4768); Lido: Jiangtai Lu, opposite United Family Hospital 朝阳区将台商业街4号 楼2楼和睦家医院对面 (6436 3735); Wangjing: 2F, beside the Daimler Tower, LSH Plaza, 8 Wangjing Jie 朝阳区利星行广场A座戴勒 姆大厦 裙楼2层近望京商业中心 (84760398);Chaoyang Park: West Gate of Chaoyang Park 朝阳区 朝阳公园老 西门南侧 (6591 1931); Sanlitun: China View Building, opposite East Gate of Workers’Stadium 朝阳区工体 东门对面中国红 街一楼 (8587 1469); Ritan Park: Ritan High Life, 3F, north of Ritan Park 朝阳区神路街39号 日坛 上街3-108号 (8569 3031); The Place: East of the Place, south of Central Park 朝阳区金桐西 路10号远 洋光华国际中心AB座1层 (8590 6428); Guomao: Ruisai Business Building (southest of Guomao subway) 朝 阳区东三环南路2号瑞 赛大厦商务楼1层 (6568 5890); Sunshine 100: Guanghua Lu, opposite Sunshine 100 Building 朝阳区光华路阳光100公寓对面首经贸南门 (858 98366)

SPANISH

Casa Talia by Tiago >Daily 11.30am-9pm, 01B, 4/F, Raffles City, 1 Dongzhi- men Nan Dajie, Dongcheng 东城区东直门南大 街1号 来福士购物中心4层01B 8409 4009

INDIAN IN·KITCHEN The go to curry house among Beijing’s homesick Indian community, this ever popular no-nonsense restaurant has built up a solid reputation thanks to its wide range of quality dishes

and particularly friendly service. Looking good after a recent rennovation and very available on JinShiSong online delivery. > Daily 11am-2:30pm, 5:30-11pm, Mon-Fri lunch buf- fet for RMB78. 2/F 2 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang 朝 阳区三里屯北小街2号2楼 (6462 7255)

HAIR SALONS Catherine de France Awarded best expat salon in 2014/ 2015, with a trained team of international and local stylists, colorists and beauticians, this salon welcomes all ages and budgets in a modern and relaxed atmosphere for a wide range of hair and beauty treatments, include manicure, pedicure and waxing. Wella, SP, INOA, TIGI Language: French, English, Spanish, Chi- nese, Russian. > East Avenue BLD Ground Floor, No.10 Xindong Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区新东路10号逸盛阁 首层(8442 5120, 135 2147 3492, eastavenue@ catherinedefrance.com, Wechat: CDFSalon, www. catherinedefrance.com)

DENTAL

Pu Jing Dental Clinic 浦京口腔门诊* Pu Jing dental clinic is located on the second floor of Nuo office building in Lidu business district of Beijing.PJ dental has become one of the most trusted dental care providers for the embassies, international schools and foreign companies.PJ Dental has cooperated with many insurance companies to provide directly billing service. We are committed to helping you achieve and maintain optimal oral health.>Rm.201,204,2nd Floor,Office Building of Nuo Hotel,No.2A,Jiangtai Rd.Chaoyang District,Beijing 北京市朝阳区将台路2号 诺金酒店写字 楼2层201 204 室 64371326/64371286,24hrhotline4 000650898www. pjdental.cn United Family Dental For over 20 years, United Family Dental has offered quality dental care in China with internationally trained healthcare providers. The scope of services includes dental cleanings, oral surgery, fillings, crowns, dental implants, orthodontics, and pediatric dentistry. United Family Dental has clinics conveniently located in the Lido, Shunyi, Financial Street and Jianguomen areas of Beijing. Our staff of dental professionals would like to wel- come you with our mission of becoming Asia’s Premier Standard Setting Healthcare System. > Beijing United Family Hospital Dental Clinic, 2 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang 市朝阳区将台路2号; Beijing United Family Shunyi Clinic – Dental, 806, Pinnacle Plaza, Unit 806, Yuyang Lu, Tian Zhu, Shunyi 市 顺 义区天竺镇榆阳路荣祥广场818号; Beijing United Family Financial Street Clinic,109 Taipingqiao Avenue, Xicheng 市西城区太平桥大街109号; Beijing United Family Jianguomen Clinic, Jianwai Diplomatic Residence Compound (DRC), 1 Xiushui Lu, Chaoyang 市朝阳区建国门秀水街1号 建外外交公 寓14和15号楼之间(24/7ServiceCent er:4008-919191)

MANDARIN SCHOOLS Hutong School Learn Mandarin with Beijing’s best Mandarin school, Hutong School. Our expe- rienced teachers will customize your classes and help you learn in a fun environment. >Room 1501, 15/F, Zhongyu Plaza, A6 Gongti Beilu, Chaoyang 朝阳区工体北路 甲6号中宇大厦1501室

CLASSIFIEDS

ACCOMMODATION Beijing Kerry Residence Whether you’re a single business executive or a busy family, Beijing Kerry’s fully- furnished 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments will feel just like home. As well as enjoying all the comforts of modern living – including a well-equipped kitchen, entertainment systems, high-speed broadband and much more – residents are just moments away from the Kerry Centre’s shopping mall and sports facilities. The rest of the CBD is on your doorstep too. >1 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang 朝阳区光华路1号 (8535 6888, www. beijingkerryresidence. com) GTC RESIDENCE BEIJING One of the top residences in Beijing, GTC Residence is located beside the third ring road with 5 minutes’ walk to subway line 5 , 10 minutes’ drive to Hou Hai . It is also within easily reach of CBD, embassy area, Financial Street and other urban commercial,shopping and recreation areas.

Fully equipped apartments with impeccable quality offer you a cozy living system and will meet all of your requirements for room decoration, furniture, electric appliances etc..

Unique sky garden with golf practice field and barbecue area is another symbol of GTC Residence. > sales@gtcresidence.com, website: www. gtcresidence.com Tel:56756666 Beijing Lianbao > Unite 1C, Building 7, Xingfu Yicun Xili, Chaoyang District 朝阳区幸福一村 西里7号楼1C (6415 8001, 138 1093 6118, hanxingyue1127@126.com) The Millennium Residences of the Beijing Fortune Plaza The Millennium Residences of the Beijing Fortune Plaza is located in the heart of the Beijing CBD which bears the most momentously potential of development and value elevation. While 25 minutes away from the Beijing International Airport, the Millennium Residences is walking distance from nearly all Embassies. > 7 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu Chaoyang District.

Tel: 8588 2888 Oak Chateau Beijing Oak Chateau Beijing has 236 stylish and contemporary fully serviced apartments from studio, onebedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom and four bedroom suites available, measuring 64 to 260 square meters.

There is a 24-hours guest reception, and housekeeping is offered twice a week.

Nestled within the landscaped gardens of the Ocean Express commercial and residential complex, Oak Chateau Beijing is very close to the third Embassy Area and shopping and dinning services at the Beijing Lufthansa Center. There are only 19 kilometers to the Beijing Capital Airport. >北京市朝阳区东三环霞光里66号远洋新干 线D座 邮编 100027 Block D, Ocean Express, 66 Xiaguang Li, Third East Ring Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100027, P.R.C Tel: (86-10) 84465888 Fax: (86-10) 84465999 Email oak. chateau@oakchateau.com Website: www. oakchateau.com Oakwood Residence Damei Beijing The only serviced apartment in the city that has its own in-house supply of natural hot spring water supply. Expansive city views are available from floor to ceiling windows with the apartments situated from level 23 to 35 in the building complex. The 171 stylish contemporary serviced residences range from studios to three bedroom apartments and offer an elegant range of amenities and facilities to ensure each resident’s stay is comfortable and well taken care of. >Building No.1 Damei Center, 7 Qingnian Road, Chaoyang District Beijing北京市 朝阳区青年路7号达美中心1号楼 Tel: 86-10 8585 2211 (8:30am-5:30pm) 86-10 8585 2888 (5:30pm-8:30am) Fax: (86-10) 8585 2666 website OakwoodAsia.com

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RESTAURANTS

dining or private events. It has direct ties to the world-renowned Ristorante Da Ivo in Venice. Located on the bustling corner of Chengdu Nan Lu and Huaihai Zhong Lu, Ai Fiori is just minutes away from popular entertainment hubs Found 158 and Xintiandi. 2/F, 566 Huaihai Zhong Lu, by Chengdu Nan Lu 淮海中路566 号2 楼， 近成都 南路 (6315 2037)

DENTISTRY

The Chinoise Story A unique restaurant featuring radically fused cooking styles.

Lovely space. Expect classic Chinese dishes served in individual portions rather than family style. Cathay Building, Jin Jiang Hotel, 59 Maoming Nan Lu, by Changle Lu (6445 1717) 11am-2.30pm; 6-10.30pm 茂名 南路59 号锦江饭店北楼底层, 近长乐路

FUSION

Cypher Discover Cypher's three geometric venues with unique elements: Foreplay (coffee shop), Climax (western fusion restaurant) and Aftertaste (bar). Aftertaste is a hidden whiskey bar serving the highest quality of whiskey and other liquors.

Experience various bottles of whiskey from Cypher's extensive collection. 500 Xiangyang Lu, by Jianguo Xi Lu 襄阳南路500 弄 靠近建国西路 (6408 8072)

ITALIAN

Ai Fiori offers classic Venetian flavors with a modern twist for relaxed dining concept ideal for casual dates, group

Jiahui Health' s experienced dentists provide dental health services for adults and children, including dental checkups, fillings, prevention of tooth decay, painless dental pulp treatment, and treatment and protection against periodontal disease. The Dentistry Department also carries out multi-disciplinary collaboration in the hospital, such as working with dermatologists to offer invisalign orthodontics and solutions to skin problems for beauty seekers; working with E.N.T. specialists to help adolescents with problems such as mouth breathing, adenoidal hypertrophy and allergic rhinitis; working with MSK to provide sports lovers a comprehensive range of preventive strategies on sports injury. 1) Jiahui International Hospital, 689 Guiping Lu, by Qinjiang Lu 2) Jiahui Health (Yangpu), 1F/2F, Suite 3, 99 Jiangwancheng Lu, by Yingao Dong Lu 3) Jiahui Health (Jing’an), Suite101, 88 Changshu Lu, by Changle Lu 1) 桂平路 689 号，近钦江路 2) 江湾城路99 号3 号楼1-2 层, 近殷高东路 3) 常熟路88 号，近长乐路 (400 868 3000)

HEALTH SERVICES

DeltaHealth is a foreign-funded healthcare provider based in Shanghai.

SHANGHAI Operating in Qingpu and Changning, DeltaHealth provides a range of comprehensive healthcare services including 24/7 ER services, preventive health, general practice, emergency, internal medicine, surgery, orthopedics, thoracic, gynecology, pediatrics, ophthalmology, rehabilitation, medical imaging, traditional Chinese medicine and more, to people living in East China and beyond.

DeltaHealth hospital has also maintained a strategic collaboration with Columbia Heart Source, with a focus on cardiovascular care. 1) DeltaHealth Hospital: Xule Road, Xujing Town, Qingpu District, Open 24/7 2) DeltaHealth Clinic: 5th Floor, Building B, 2558 West Yan'An Road (Next to Grand Millennium Shanghai HongQiao, in Shanghai Workers' Sanatorium) Open Mon-Sat, 8.30am-6.00pm 1） 上海市青浦区徐乐路109号 2）上海市延安西 路2558号B座5层 (上海虹桥千禧海鸥大酒店旁， 工人疗养院内) www.deltahealth.com.cn (400 821 0277)

Jiahui Health's an international healthcare provider operating in several downtown locations. Our integrated network includes an international hospital with 24/7 emergency services and a Rabies Prevention Clinic, two medical clinics, a wellness center, and a team of internationally trained physicians. Our services include: emergency care, OB/GYN, family medicine, surgery, pediatrics, dermatology, dentistry, rehabilitation, clinical psychology, and CT/MRI imaging diagnostics, among others. 1) Mon-Sun, 24 h, Jiahui International Hospital, 689 Guiping Lu, by Qinjiang Lu 2) Mon-Sat, 9am-6pm, Jiahui Health (Yangpu), 1F/2F, Suite 3, 99 Jiangwancheng Lu, by Yingao Dong Lu 3) Mon-Sat, 9am - 6pm, Jiahui Health (Jing’an), Suite101, 88 Changshu Lu, by Changle Lu (400 868 3000) 1) 桂平路689 号，近钦江路 2)江湾城路99 号3 号楼1-2 层, 近殷 高东路 3) 常熟路88 号，近长乐路 (400 868 3000) www.jiahui.com/en

clinical departments with outpatient and inpatient services. Located in city center with convenient transportation, it is influential throughout the East China region and enjoys a high reputation. Free parking available within hospital compound. Specialties: Family medicine, internal medicine, general surgery, gynecology, E.N.T., T.C.M., dental, vaccination and immunization, dermatology, urology, pediatrics, orthopedics, ophthalmology, cosmetic dermatology, plastic surgery etc. Operation Hours: Mon – Sun 9am-5pm. 127 Caoxi Lu (5489 3781, www. renaihospital.com) 漕溪路127 号

United Family Healthcare (UFH) This experienced, comprehensive, patientcentered caregiver has been providing personalized, international-level healthcare in China since 1997. Supporting local and expat individuals and families in Shanghai since 2004 with a wide range of advanced medical services, United Family now has two full-service hospitals and two neighborhood clinics, conveniently located in both Puxi and Pudong. Its Shanghai medical facilities are operated by over 200 highlyexperienced full-time doctors from more than 25 different countries and regions, supported by more than 300 nurses. Visit our website (http:// shanghai.ufh.com.cn) to make appointments right on your WeChat through the new Patient Portal, or simply call the Shanghai-wide Appointment Center ：400 639 3900. 1) Shanghai United Family Hospital, 699 Pingtang Lu,

by Kele Lu, Open 24/7 2) Shanghai United Family Pudong Hospital, 1598 Xin Jinqiao Lu, by Donglu Lu, Open 24/7 3) United Family Quankou Clinic, 8 Quankou Lu,

by Linquan Lu Open Mon-Sat 8.30am5.30pm, 4) United Family Fengshang Clinic, 689 Yunle Lu, by Jinfeng Lu Open Mon-Sat 9am-5pm1) 平塘路699 号，近可乐 路 2) 新金桥路1598 号, 近东陆路 3)泉口路8 号, 近 林泉路 4) 运乐路689

Shanghai Renai Hospital is the first private hospital in Shanghai. It has over 20

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Bravo Shop 114-115, 6 Huajiu Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District 天河区珠江新城华就路 6 号 114-115 铺

American International School of Guangzhou (AISG) 1) 3 Yanyu Nan Lu, Ersha Island (8735 3393); 2) 19,Kexiang Road Luogang District,Science Park, Guangzhou (3213 5555) 1) 广州美国人 ，二沙岛烟雨南路 3 号 ; 2) 广州罗岗区 科翔路 19 号

Happy Monk 1) Back of Yi'an Plaza, Jianshe Wu Malu, Yuexiu District (8376 5597) ; 2) No. 109, 7Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3877 8679); 3) Outdoor Plaza, Happy Valley Mall, 36 Machang Lu, Tianhe District (3832 5317) 1) 越秀区建设五马路宜安广场后门 ; 2) 天河区珠江 新城兴盛路 7 号 109 号铺 ; 3) 天河区珠江新城马 场路 36 号太阳新天地户外广场 Hooley’s Irish Pub and Restaurant 1)101, 8 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (3886 2675); 2)Section 2, Yijia Yuan, 7 Xingzhongdao, Zhongshan 1)爱尔兰西餐酒吧, 天河区珠江新城兴盛路8号101; 2) 中山市兴中道7号颐嘉苑2卡

Morgan’s Public House Traditional English style bar that fosters a cosy intimate atmosphere. Both Taverns offer an extensive menu of Western favorites and different theme nights throughout the whole week.

Poly 108, 6 Huajiu Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe District (8550 3038) 致盛 , 天河区珠江新城华就路 6 号保利 108 公馆 Slow Life An organic, health-conscious Western restaurant that excels in Spanish cuisine, Slow Life aims to be a place where guests can take a break from their busy schedules to visit with friends and family over a feast of delicious fusion dishes.

Shop 107, 1/F, Gaozhi Dasha, 120 Huangpu Dadao Xi, Tianhe District; Shop 205, 2/F, Kaihua International Center, 5 Xiancun Lu, Tianhe District 天河区黄埔大道西120号高志大厦首层107铺 (3788 7173, 3788 7172); 天河区冼村路5号凯华 国际中心二楼205铺 (2818 7263)

Tairyo Teppanyaki 1) 2/F, Zhizhunhui, 263 Huasui Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, Tianhe Dis- trict (8559 8937); 2) 2/F, Guangyi Bldg, 34- 38 Huale Lu, Yuexiu District (8360 1371) 大渔铁板烧 1) 珠江新城华穗路 263 号至尊汇二楼 ; 2) 越秀区华乐路 34-38 号广怡大厦 2 楼 ; Zapata’s Shop A21 Party Pier, Located in Party Pier, just a stone's throw away from the Canton Fair complex, the hot venue also comes with an outstanding riverside terrace, which is perfect for an evening of drunken merrymaking. Yuejiang Xi Lu, Haizhu District (8977 9596) 海珠区阅江西路珠江啤酒厂琶醍文化区 A21

HEALTH Bellaire International Clinic Rm 302D, Fuli Park, 28 Machang Lu (3891 0511/ 24-hr 152 1881 8990), Bellaireclinic.com 贝利尔诊所， 天河区珠江新城马场路富力公园28 商业区302D Dr. Sherily Xiao Master of Medicine.

23years in TCM & Acupuncture & Physiotherapy & Massage in Clinic and Classes 5 years International Clinic Experience. Only for appointment. 33 Lu Yuan Road Bao Li Lu Yuan Yue Xiu District Guang Zhou （Tel: 137 1052 6617; E-mail: xiaoshuilan@ hotmail.com) 广州市越秀区麓苑路33号保利麓苑.

Eur Am Medical & Dental Center 1/F, North Tower, Ocean Pearl Bldg, 19 Huali Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng (3758 5328, 24hr urgent care: 137 1041 3347, www. eurammedicalcenter.com) 广州康辰医疗 , 珠江新城华利路 19 号远洋明珠大 厦北座首层

Summer House Directly behind the Marriage House, Xietian Li, Lingnan Tiandi, Chancheng District, Foshan (133 9223 6374, www.summerhouse.com.cn) 佛山市禅城区岭南天地协天里（嫁娶屋正后面）粤 天地 112-116 号铺

Sultan Restaurant Turkish BBQ 1) 1-3/F, 367 Huanshi Dong Lu, between Baiyun Hotel and Friendship Store, Yuexiu District (8349 4170, 8349 4171); 2) Shop 102 & 114, Zhonghai Jinghui Huating, 31 Xingsheng Lu, Zhujiang Xincheng, TianHe District(3801 5002) 1) 苏坦土耳其烧烤餐厅 , 越秀区环市东路 367 号 1-3 楼 ( 白云宾馆与友谊商店夹位处 ); 2) 广州市

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Hanfei Plastic Surgery Hair transplant, liposuction, anti-aging treatments, breast augmentation/lift, face fift, Botox, hyaluronic acid, SVF-gel and more. For free consultation, add WeChat: robin5779 or call 176 2094 5779.

35 Qifu Lu, Baiyun District (www.hanfeiplasticsurgery.com) 韩妃整形 , 白云区齐富路 35 号 United Family Guangzhou Clinic 1/F, Annex Bldg, PICC Bldg, 301 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong (4008 919 191, 24-hr urgent care: 8710 6060) 广州越秀和睦家门诊部 , 广州大道中 301 号人保大 厦南塔副楼首层 Guangzhou United Family Hospital Open 24/7. 24-hr Service Center: 4008 919191, 24-hr Emergency Hotline:

Baioo International Infant Care & Preschool No. 301, 3/F, Utopa, Goldchi Building, 120 Huangpu Dadao, Tianhe District (8565 3625) 天河区黄埔大道西 120 号高志大厦优托邦驿站 3 楼 301 号百奥国际幼教中心 Canadian International School of Guangzhou Merchant Hill, Dongyi Lu, Panyu District (3925 5321, www.cisgz.com) 广州加拿大人国际学校，番禺区东艺路招商金山谷 Clifford School International International Building, Clifford School, Clifford Estates, Shiguang Lu, Panyu District (8471 8273; 8471 1441; 8471 1694) 祈福英语实验学校，番禺区市广路 Eclipse English Education 18D, Center 1: No.368, Tianhe Bei Road, GZ (Tel:38780382,18922769713) 学习中心1: 爱誉英语, 天河北路, 368号, 18D Center 2: No.33, Cuifu St, Chaotian Rd,GZ 学习中心2: 越秀区朝天路崔府街33号首层 Center 3: Apt. C, 15/F, Office Building Xinhe Square, No.2118, Chang Gang Zhong Road, GZ 学习中心3: 海珠 区昌岗中路211-8号，信和中心，15楼C Hanbridge Mandarin School 翰语桥语言学校 80RMB/H～ Daily Chinese/Business Chinese/ HSK Kids Chinese/Cantonese/Company Training Zhujiang NewTown ,Tianhe ,GZ. www.han-bridge.com TEL&Wechat 189 9838 3060，18102729662 Native English teachers needed Online courses available ISA International School Guangzhou Block C2-2, 128 Yuancun Siheng Lu, Tianhe District (8890 0909, info@isaschool.com) 广州爱莎国际学校, 天河区员村四横路128号红专厂 创意园C2-2 The British School of Guangzhou 983-3 Tonghe Lu, Baiyun District (8709 4788) 广州英国学校, 白云区同和路983-3 Utahloy Int’l School www.utahloy.com 1) 800 Shatai Bei Lu, Baiyun District (8720 2019, fax 8704 4296); 2) Sanjiang Town, Zeng Cheng (8291 4691 fax: 8291 3303) 广州誉德莱国际学校，1) 白云区沙太北路 800 号 ；2) 增城三江镇

HOTEL Aloft Guangzhou Tianhe 365 Tianhe Bei Road, TianheDistrict (3802 8888; aloftguangzhoutianhe. com) 广州天河雅乐轩酒店 , 天河区天河北路 365 号 Chimelong Hotel Panyu Dadao, Panyu District (8478 6838, gz.chimelong.com) 长隆酒店 , 番禺区番禺大道 Chimelong Hengqin Bay Hotel Hengqin New District, Zhuhai (0756-299 8888, www.chimelong. com) 长隆横琴湾酒店 , 珠海市横琴新区

Chimelong Penguin Hotel Hengqin New District, Zhuhai (0756-299 3366, www.chimelong. com) 长隆企鹅酒店, 珠海市横琴新区 Chimelong Circus Hotel Hengqin New District, Zhuhai (0756-299 3399, www.chimelong.com) 长隆马戏酒店, 珠海市横琴新区 China Hotel 122, Liuhua Lu, Yuexiu District (8666 6888; www.chinahotelgz.com) 中国大酒店 , 越秀区流花路 122 号 Conrad Guangzhou 222 Xingmin Lu, Tianhe District (3739 2222) 广州康莱德酒店，天河区兴民路222号 DoubleTree by Hilton Guangzhou 391 Dongfeng Lu, Yuexiu District (2833 7215; 2833 2888) 广州希尔顿逸林酒店 , 越秀区东风路 391 号 Grand Hyatt Guangzhou 12, Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District (8396 1234 www.guangzhou.grand.hyatt.com) 广州富力君悦大酒店 , 天河区珠江新城珠江西路 12 号 Guangzhou Marriott Hotel Tianhe 228 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (6108 8888) 广州正佳广场万豪酒店，天河区天河路 228 号 Langham Place Guangzhou 638 Xingang Dong Lu, Haizhu District(8916 3388) 广州南丰朗豪酒店 , 海珠区新港东路 638 号 LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou 368, Huanshi Dong Lu (8333 8989, www.thegardenhotel.com. cn) LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou, 368 Huanshi Dong Lu, Yuexiu District 广州花园酒店 , 越秀区环市东路 368 号花园酒店 (8333 8989) LN Garden Hotel Nansha Guangzhou, 1 Dajiao Er Lu, Nansha District (3210 8888) 广州南沙花园酒店 , 南沙区大角二路 1 号 LN Hotel Five, Guangzhou 277 Yanjiang Zhong Lu, Yuexiu District （8931 0505） 广州岭南五号酒店，越秀区沿江中路 277 号 Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou 389 Tianhe Lu, Tianhe District (3808 8888) 广州文华东方酒店 , 天河区天河路 389 号 Park Hyatt Guangzhou 16 Huaxia Lu, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District, Guangzhou (3769 1234) 广州柏悦酒店 天河区珠江新城华夏路 16 号 Shangri-La Hotel Guangzhou 1, Huizhan Dong Lu, Haizhu District (8917 8888, www.shangri-la. com) 广州香格里拉大酒店 , 海珠区会展东路 1 号 Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich 988 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Tianhe District (3883 8888) 广州圣丰索菲特大酒店 , 天河区广州大道中 988 号 . www.sofitel.com The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou 3, Xing’an Lu, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District (3813 6688, www.ritzcarlton.com) 广州富力丽思卡尔顿酒店, 天 河区珠江新城兴安路3号 W Guangzhou 26 Xiancun Lu, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District (6628 6628) 广州 W 酒店 , 天河区珠江新城冼村路 26 号 White Swan Hotel 1 Shamian Nan Jie, Liwan District (8188 6968) 白天鹅宾馆 , 荔湾区沙面南街 1 号

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FOOD & DRINK Baia Burger Concept 1) 1C-077-078A, 1/F, Shopping Park, Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (8290 6696) 2) A2303 3/F, Second Building Section A, Sea World, Shekou, Nanshan District (2681 8890) 1) 福田区福华三路购物公园

1 楼 078A 2) 深圳市南山区蛇口海上世界 A 区 2 座3楼3号

The Butchers Club B101A, PAFC Mall, Ping An Finance Center, 5033 Yitian Lu, Futian District (8272 5669) 福田区益田路 5033 号平安

金融中心 B1，下沉式广场 B101A 商铺（观光厅入 口旁边）

Morton's Grille N901, 9/F, PAFC Mall, Ping An Finance Center, 5033 Yitian Lu, Futian District (8326 8333) 福田区益田路5033号平安

金融中心9楼N901

Hard Rock Cafe Shenzhen 9 Mission Hills Blvd, Longhua New District (3395 2888) 龙华新区观澜高尔夫大道9号www. hardrockhotels.com/shenzhen

Blue Frog Shop 28, 2/F, Wongtee Plaza, 118 Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (8255 3646) 福田区福华三路118号皇庭国商购物广

场2层28铺

PAPI Italian Restaurant N702, 7/F, Ping An Finance Center, 5033 Yitian Lu, Futian District (8326 6833) 福田区益田路5033号平安

金融中心7楼N702号

Artisans 1/F, Block A, Poly Cultural Center, Houhaibin Lu, by Haide San Dao (8628 7109) 南山区 保利文化广场A区40号店铺 Alla Torre #101, Area B, Sea World, 1128 Wanghai Lu, Shekou, Nanshan District (2685 1322) 南山区蛇口望海路 1128 号海上世界 B 区

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Blue Italian Seafood & Grill Restaurant 3/F, The Venice Raytour Hotel Shenzhen, 9026 Shennan Dadao, Nanshan District (2693 6888) 南山区深南大道9026号深圳威尼斯

睿途酒店3楼意大利餐厅

Baia Restaurant Bar Grill B301, Bldg B, Zone B, Sea World Square, Shekou, Nanshan District (2681 8836) 南山区蛇口海 上世界广场B区3楼B301

La Terrazza 1/F, Grand Hyatt Shenzhen, 1881 Baoan Nan Lu, by Jiabing Lu (2218 7338) 罗湖区宝安南路1881号深圳君悦酒店 Paletto 2/F, The Ritz-Carlton, 116 Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (2222 2222) 福田区福 华三路116号深圳星河丽思卡尔顿酒店二层

Oggi Trattoria Pizzeria 3-14 Golden Century Lu, Phase 3, Coastal Rose Garden, Shekou, Nanshan District (2689 0118) 南山区蛇口金世纪路南海玫瑰花园三期金 世纪路3-14号

Pizza Express Shop 568, 5/F, the MixC, 1881 Bao'an Nan Lu, Luohu District (2215 9036) 罗湖区宝安南路1881号万象城5楼568

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NYPD New York Pizza Delivery 1) Shop 26, HaichangJie, 1 Gongyuan Nan Lu (8887 6973) 2) 3 Fuhua Yi Lu, by Zhongxin Si Lu (8887 6973) 1) 南山区公园南路1号海尚国际26

号铺 2)福田区福华一路中心城FL1015商铺

La Maison Shop 108, Nanhai Rose Garden, 91 Wanghai Lu, Nanshan District (2685 7030) 南山区望海路91号南海玫瑰花 园108号域A区1栋1层

Haxnbauer 1) L1C-055B, 1/F, Coco Park, Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (8359 2080) 2) L1-15, Raffles City, 2163 Nanhai Ave, Nanshan District (8652 6580) 1) 福田区福华 三路星河Coco Park一楼L1C-055B 2) 南山区南 海大道2163号福士广场L1-15

Paulaner Brauhaus 1) C-005, Huanchuan Square, Sea World, Shekou, Nanshan District (2668 7230) 2) 8/F, Shop 801, PAFC Mall,Ping’An Finance Centre,

5033 Yitian Lu, Futian District (8253 5187) 1) 南山区蛇口海上世界环船广场C-005 2)福田区 益田路5033号平安金融中心8楼801

Teqo FL1018, Yijing Central Walk Shopping Mall, 3 Fuhua Yi Lu, Futian District. (18928448542) 福田区福华一路3号怡景 中心城FL1018号铺

Latina No. 1128, Sea World, Wanghai Lu,

by Nanhai Dadao (2667 7679) 南山区蛇口望 海路1128号海上世界广场C区

Saffron Indian Restaurant and Bar Floor B1, Jinhu Hotel, 1005 Wenjin Lu, Luohu District (8219 1115) 罗湖区文锦中路1005号锦 湖宾馆地下一层

Indian Cottage Shop 48-49, 2/F, Area A, Poly Cultural Centre, Wenxin Wu Lu, Nanshan District (8628 7265) 南山区文心五路保 利文化广场A区2楼48-49号商铺

from home. Also available for catering your parties and events. www.george-dragon. com; e-mail: manager@george-dragon.com; tel: 2669 8564; Shop 3, behind Taizi Hotel, Taizi Lu 5, Shekou. 南山区太子路5号太子宾馆

Hardrock Hotel Shenzhen， Hard Rock Cafe Shenzhen，No.9 Misson Hills Road,Shenzhen，0755-3395 2888 深圳硬石

1楼后排3号商铺

酒店 观澜高尔夫大道9号

Club Viva No. 140, Fuhua Lu, Coco Park, Futian District 福田区福华路城建购物公园

Hilton Shenzhen Shekou Nanhai 1177, Wanghai Lu, Nanshan District

McCawley’s Irish Bar 1) Shop 151-152, Coco Park, Futian District (2531 3599) 2) Shop 118, Sea World, Shekou, Nanshan District (2668 4496) 1) 福田区购物公园151-

Hilton Shenzhen Futian Town B, Great China International Finance Centre, 1003 Shennan Dadao, Futian District (2130 8888)

140 号

福田区深南大道1003号大中华国际金融中心B座

The Terrace Above Starbucks, Sea World Plaza, Shekou, Nanshan District (2682 9105) 南山区蛇口海上世界广场2 楼星

JW Marriott Shenzhen No.6005 Shennan Dadao, Futian District. (2269 8888)

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深圳蛇口希尔顿南海酒店 南山区望海路 1177 号 (2162 8888)

152 2) 南山区蛇口海上世界广场118号

Little Papa Indian Restaurant #116, Building 6, Nanhai E-Cool, Taizi Lu, Shekou, Nanshan District (2686 0020) 南山区蛇口太 BOA 3/F, West side of International Bar Street, Sea World, Shekou, Nanshan District (130 4894 9034) 南山区蛇口海上世界国际酒

zhen.grand.hyatt.com 罗湖区宝安南路1881号

American International School, No. 82,Gongyuan Lu, Shekou,Nanshan District (8619 4750) 南山区蛇口公园路82号青少年活动中心

福田区深南大道 6005 号

JW Marriott Shenzhen Bao’an 8 Baoxing Lu, Baoan District (2323 8888)

深圳前海华侨城 JW 万豪酒店 宝安区宝兴路 8 号

Marco Polo Shenzhen Fuhua Yi Lu, CBD, Futian District (8298 9888). www. cn.marcopolohotels.com 福田中心区福华一路 Shangri-La Hotel East of the Luohu Train Station, Jianshe Lu, Luohu District (8233 0888). www.shangri-la.com

Green Oasis School No. 4030, Shennan Middle Road, Tianmian, Futian District.

(8399 6712) admission@greenoasis.org.cn www.greenoasis.org.cn

罗湖区建设路火车站东侧

福田区田面村深南中路 4030 号

盐田大梅沙盐葵路 ( 大梅沙段 )9 号

International School of Nanshan Shenzhen A Canadian school accepting application for Pre-Grade 1 through Grade 12. 11 Longyuan Lu, Taiyuan Sub-District, Nanshan District (2666 1000, 2606 6968). admission@ isnsz.com www.isnsz.com

St. Regis Shenzhen No.5016 Shennan Dong Lu, Luohu District.(8308 8888)

Kanpai Classic 9/F, PAFC Mall, Ping An Finance Center, 5033 Yitian Road, Futian District (6182 2987) 福田区福华三路平安金

The Ritz-Carlton, Shenzhen 116 Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (2222 2222)

融中心第9楼

Merchiston International School No. 12 Shilongzai Road, Daliang SubDistrict, Longhua District, (400 867 0177) admissions@merchiston.cn, www.merchiston.cn 龙华区大浪街道新石社区石龙仔路12号

Minikor Kitchen L01-B01, Coco Park, 269 Fuhua San Lu, by Mintian Lu, Futian District (8606 9266) 福田区民田路福华三路269号星河

Peninsula Montessori Kindergarten The Peninsula one, Jin Shiji Lu, Shekou Nanshan District ( 2685 1266)

深圳威尼斯睿途酒店 南山区华侨城深南大道 9026 号

Komachi B-132, North Side, Shopping Park, Futian District (8290 5806) 福田区购物公园北园B区132号

Kyoku Japanese Cuisine B-17 Qushui Bay, OCT Bay, 50 Baishi Lu East, Nanshan District (8654 1122) 南山区白石路东50号欢乐 海岸曲水湾B-17

Nishimura 1/F, Macro Polo Hotel, Fuhua Yi Lu, by Mintian Lu (3339 7709) 福田中心区福 华一路马哥孛罗好日子酒店1楼

Coco Park L1-B0

Pho Nam Shop B26C, Link City Passage,

by Fuhua Lu (8255 7048) 福田区连城新天地

B26C商铺

The Terrace Restaurant & Bar #201, Sea World Square, 32 Taizi Lu, Shekou, Nanshan District (2682 9105) 南山 区蛇口太子路32号海上世界广场商铺201

La Maison D'Elephant 8/F, PAFC Mall, Ping An Finance Center, 5033 Yitian Lu, Futian District (8831 9918) 福田区益田路5033号平

安金融中心8楼

Café Zen 1/F, Futian Shangri-la Shenzhen, 4088 Yitian lu, Futian District (2151 3825)福田区益田路4088号深圳福田香格 里拉大酒店1层

The Show Kitchen 32/F, Grand Hyatt Shenzhen, 1881 Baoan Nan lu, Luohu District (2218 7338) 罗湖区宝安南路1881号深圳君悦

南山区龙源路11号

Market Café 2/F, Hyatt Regency Shenzhen Airport, Shenzhen Baoan International Airport, Boa’an District (2345 1234) 宝安区深圳

宝安国际机场深圳机场凯悦酒店2层

Café Marco 1/F, Marco Polo Shenzhen, 28 Fuhua Yi Lu, Futian District (3322 7777) 福田区福华一路28号深圳马哥孛罗 好日子酒店1层

The George & Dragon is a quintessential British Pub; good draft beers, ales, and cider; comforting pub food and great BBQ; non-stop sports on three screens; secluded beer garden. Your home away

深圳瑞吉酒店 罗湖区深南东路 5016 号

The Langham, Shenzhen, No. 7888, Shennan Dadao, Futian District (8828 9888). 深圳朗廷酒店 福田区深南大道 7888 号

福田区福华三路 116 号

The Venice Raytour Hotel Shenzhen No.9026, Shennan Dadao, Overseas Chinese Town, Nanshan District (2693 6888)

半岛城邦国际幼儿园 南山区蛇口东角头金世纪路1 号半岛城邦一期

The Westin Shenzhen 9028-2 Shennan Dadao, Nanshan District (2698 8888) www.westin.com/shenzhen 南山区深南大道

Quality Schools International 2/F Bitao Center, 8 Taizi Lu, Shekou,Nanshan District (2667 6031). www.shk.qsi.org

Hyatt Regency Shenzhen Airport, Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, Bao'an District 深圳机场凯悦酒店 宝安区深圳宝安国际机

9028号-2

南山区蛇口太子路 8 号碧涛中心 2 楼

场 (755-2345 1234)

QSI International School of Shenzhen (Futian) A1, TCL Science Park, No. 1001 Zhongshan Yuan, Nanshan District (8371 7108) 南山区中山园路1001号TCL 科学园区

InterContinental Shenzhen, No. 9009, Shennan Road, Nanshan District 深圳华侨城

A1栋

Shekou International School Jingshan Villas, Gongye Er Lu, Shekou, Nanshan District (2669 3669). www.sis.org.cn

洲际大酒店，南山区深南大道9009号 (3399 3388)

The Courtyard by Marriott Shenzhen Bao'an, No.46 Dongfang Road, Songgang, Bao'an District 宝安区松岗东方大道46号 (2986 9888, www.courtyardshenzhenbaoan.com)

南山区蛇口工业二路鲸山别墅内

HEALTH

Shen Wai International School 29 Baishi San Lu, Nanshan (8654 1200, www.swis.cn) 深圳外国语学校国际部 南山区白石三道 29 号

Vista-SK International Medical Center Lvl 4, Bldg 4C, Shenzhen Software Industry Base,Xuefu Lu, Nanshan District (3689 9833) 南山区学府路软件产业基地4栋C座裙楼4层

酒店32层

Silk 2/F, The Langham, Shenzhen, 7888 Shennan Dadao, Futian District (8828 9888 ext. 8921) 深圳东海朗廷酒店2层秀·自助餐厅

Sheraton Dameisha Resort 9 Yankui Lu, Dameisha, Yantian District (8888 6688)

HOTEL Futian Shangri-La Hotel Shenzhen No.4088 Yitian Lu, Futian District (8828 4088). 福田香格里拉大酒店 福田区益田路 4088 号

Four Seasons Hotel Shenzhen 138 Fuhua San Lu, Futian District (8826 8888) 福田区福华三路 138 号

Grand Hyatt Shenzhen No.1881 Baoan Nan Lu, Luohu District (8266 1234) www.shen-

J&C Dental 4FG, China Economic Trade Building, No.8, Zizu Qilu, Futian District (13418536301) 福田区紫竹七道8号中国经贸 大厦4FG

HarMoniCare Women & Children's Hospital 12018 Shennan Dadao, by Nanshan Dadao (3339 1333) 深圳和美妇儿科医院 南山区深南大 道12018号

C-MER (Shenzhen) Dennis Lam Eye Hospital 1-2/F, Shengtang Bldg, 1 Tairan Jiu Lu, Chegongmiao, Futian District (4001 666 120, 3322 7188) 福田区车公庙泰然九路 一号盛唐大厦1-2层

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That’s

APRIL

Horoscopes

Finally, a horoscope that understands your life in China.

HOROSCOPES

By Naomi Lounsbury

Aries

Taurus

Gemini

Cancer

3.21~4.20

4.21~5.21

5.22~6.21

6.22~7.22

It’s okay to occasionally lose at board games. If you play every other night with your seven different expansion packs, you’ll eventually lose a couple of games. There’s no need to worry; life goes on – except Monopoly, flip that board over if you don’t win. Sore losers are people too.

Since the malls are opening up again, you might as well go shopping. All that time in quarantine did quite a number on your waistline, but the good news is you will find the deal of a lifetime waiting for you in the clearance section at your favorite clothing outlet.

No offense, Gemini, but the COVID-19 memes are getting old. It’s time to switch things up. Dog memes generally get a positive reaction, and will take peoples’ minds off the current public health crisis. Or, you can go the extra step and adopt or foster a dog! Just please don’t name it ‘Corona.’

Your love life could be taking a turn for the better this month. Just make sure to always use protection, and no, we’re not talking about face masks. But, now is probably a good time to send masks to your family and friends, wherever they are.

Leo

Virgo

Libra

Scorpio

7.23~8.23

8.24~9.23

9.24~10.23

10.24~11.22

Yes, we know you are perpetually bored and dabble in a bit of humor, but if you tell another dad joke Karen from marketing may have a mental breakdown.

You can do better than “What do you call a pony with a cough? A little horse.” Give the jokes a rest, and start reading a new book instead.

You sneezed three times on the bus and now ayi is staring you down. (Someone clearly doesn’t suffer from allergic rhinitis.) Your entire April will continue in this manner so be prepared to take taxis with your head out of the window for the foreseeable future.

Haven’t gotten out of the house much lately? We get it. Maybe it’s time to visit that questionable pub with the killer happy hour deal.

Of course, bring your mask and hand sanitizer.

Your cats are the only ones who truly understand you. After spending so much time with the furry creatures, you’re beginning to communicate telepathically and not sure if it’s a good or bad thing. It’s neither, just go about your business.

11.23~12.21

12.22~1.20

Capricorn

Aquarius 1.21~2.19

2.20~3.20

The aunties have resumed dancing in the square again and you’re thinking of joining in because you miss social interaction. No one is there to judge you. By the way, Aping, the leader of the troupe, has some great moves for a retiree.

Stop taking your phone into the bathroom. We understand that you wash your hands regularly but how often do you sanitize your phone? Give your mobile a daily cleaning for optimal fengshui – and while you’re at it, consider purchasing a water feature for your apartment.

It’s time to take some responsibility and finish that project you’ve been working on for the last five years. After all, the things that take the longest to complete are often the most rewarding. Those WeChat games weren’t made for your entertainment; they were created for your demise – don’t buy the hype.

It’s happened, Pisces. You are now a certified germophobe and let’s be real, you kind of like it. It’s both opened a new world for you and made you realize how many germs are on every surface you come into contact with. Do us a favor and don’t start wearing a bubble, it won’t end well – like in Bubble Boy .

Sagittarius

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