Dr. Johnny Hon, Chairman of Global Group and Diamond Benefactor to the UK’s Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme Earlier this summer the Duke of Edinburgh withdrew from solo public engagements after a lifetime of service and at the grand age of 96. His step back was particularly noteworthy and poignant, particularly in light of some […]
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Chinese Pop Star G.E.M. to help Raise Funds for Mending Kids on her Birthday
Global pop phenomenon and award-winning singer G.E.M. and Mending Kids, a non-profit organisation known for providing life-changing operations for children in over 63 countries, have recently announced a groundbreaking new fundraising initiative. The superstar who has five number 1 albums in China and more than 30 million followers on social media is asking fans who would like […]
Pokémon Company reveals projection created alongside fashion designer Yoshio Kubo
The Pokémon Company has revealed a stunning projection based art installation created alongside fashion designer Yoshio Kubo. The fascinating installation uses a range of different sized mirrored pyramids and projections of the culturally iconic Pikachu and PokéBall, with the aim of demonstrating the various stages of fashion creation. The beautiful Pokémon installation was premiered to […]
British Chinese voters – What issues affect the Chinese community?
With the snap election coming up, Nee Hao continues with the British Chinese Political Series. We will be discussing issues affecting the wider British Chinese community by asking people around the UK their political views and opinions. Previously Nee Hao talked about the lack of Chinese people in the UK voting and why it’s important for […]
First world war’s Chinese labour corps remembered by British young people
British young people learn and practice the ancient customs of Qingming to honour the fallen heroes of First World War’s Chinese Labour Corps. The Unremembered: World War One’s Army of Workers, is a year-long project funded by the British government to honour the courage and sacrifice of labourers from China, South Africa, UK and many […]
In Pictures and Video: British Chinese and East Asian actors protest at the Print Room
A protest by British Chinese, East Asian actors and supporters took place yesterday, outside the Print Room at the Coronet, London. It coincided with the opening night of Howard Barker’s play In The Depths of Deep Love as a response to the venue’s decision to cast four Caucasian actors in a new play by Howard […]
19 Jan: British Chinese/East Asian actors protest against yellowface casting
A protest will take place outside the Print Room at the Coronet on Thursday 19 January 2017 between 5pm and 11pm to coincide with the opening night of In The Depths of Deep Love as a response to the venue’s decision to cast four Caucasian actors in a new play by Howard Barker set in […]
Why is it not acceptable to cast white actors to play Chinese characters on stage or on screen?
David Lee-Jones’ stage appearances include Skin in Flames (Park Theatre) and #aiww: The Arrest of Ai Weiwei (Hampstead Theatre). He has also appeared in “traditionally white” roles in Western classics including by Shaw, Coward and, above all, Shakespeare. He is an Artistic Associate of Yellow Earth Theatre and Artistic Director of Wild Consort. Acting is […]
Heathrow Express extends warm welcome to non-English speakers on International Translation Day
Coinciding with International Translation Day on Friday 30 September, Heathrow Express announces its support of the #LondonIsOpen campaign and the launch of its first dynamic advertising campaign to be translated into six languages. Heathrow Express has loaded their smart screens, which are situated in the baggage re-claim area at Heathrow and show live price and […]
G20 documentary: China’s Plan
After developing rapidly for over 30 years, can the Chinese economy play a new role in global economic governance?