Monthly Archives: August 2007

Fact Or Cr@p?

Posted on August 10, 2007 by Meg

I just saw this on EastSouthWestNorth a site which translates Chinese news sources into English. Aparently the events happened in July but didn’t receive (blog) attention until this week. Linan city Qingliangfeng town party secretary Xu had been busy with … Continue reading →

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Spam-Fighting Bounty Hunter Wanted

Posted on August 6, 2007 by Meg

I’ve often said China is like the Wild West.

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Sicken-Me Elmo?

Posted on August 3, 2007 by Meg

The story about Mattel’s factories in China has been floating around China news and blogs almost as much as the cardboard-filled baozi. I first heard of it when my dad sent me a link to this New York Times article, … Continue reading →

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Meanderthal

Posted on August 3, 2007 by Meg

Meanderthal — 1) n. A dull-witted student moving through his workbook at his own special pace. 2) v. The behavior of such a student. Usage: John’s parents were so wealthy and well-connected that he meanderthaled through three years of English … Continue reading →

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What Else?

Posted on August 3, 2007 by Meg

I’ve got another article up on 15 Minute Date, on dating and MMORPGs, you know, what I always talk about!

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