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I am a freelancer journalist based in Guangzhou, China. I used to write investigative reports and features. in 2014,I wrote about illegal baby pigs from Vietnam; In 2015, I wrote about ivory smuggling in Kenya; last year I went to The US to write about firefighters who suffer from different respiratory cancers after working nonstop in grand zone during 9/11；I went to Cambodia and wrote features of Aki Ra, a landmine solider who was token to trained at five and planted landmine during 20 years war, he stat to clear landmine after war at 1992, and clear more than 5000 landmine by himself, he is still suffer from PTSD. In 2016,I also do a series of vedio interview with CG of different countries in Guangzhou。
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Men, be Kind to Your Original Wife
A well-known local lawyer, Qin, during a banquet, unexpectedly advises men to be kinder to their first wives. He highlights the role of a first wife in a man's life, from being a beloved lover to a supportive partner in hardships and parenting. Qin, who handles divorce cases, expresses disdain for men who mistreat their original wives during separations and recounts a case where he protected a woman's rights against her unfaithful husband. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of men remembering their way home and the person waiting for them.
The Most Common Method of Revenge Used by Women After Falling Out of Love
The article discusses three representative stories of women dealing with relationships and the common method of revenge they use after falling out of love. It highlights the emotional and psychological aspects of these relationships, emphasizing the differences in how men and women perceive relationship milestones. The author advises that living too much for oneself and using emotions to control actions can lead to negative outcomes in relationships. The article concludes with a call for genuine love and learning to love others to overcome inner shadows and negative energy.
Seven Don'ts for Dealing with Your Partner's Affair
When faced with a partner's infidelity, it is crucial to handle the situation thoughtfully to avoid further emotional harm. Key steps include not ignoring the affair, avoiding immediate divorce, keeping the matter private, managing emotions, preparing for discussions, not making unilateral efforts, and seeking psychological counseling. These steps can help in either salvaging the relationship or moving forward healthily post-divorce.
101 Ways to Meet Your Soulmate
The article provides a comprehensive list of 101 ways to meet a soulmate, emphasizing the importance of taking initiative and exploring various social settings. It suggests attending parties, participating in community activities, taking courses, and even changing daily routines to increase the chances of meeting new people. The advice is aimed at encouraging readers to step out of their comfort zones and engage in diverse activities to find a romantic partner.
See Through 6 Hidden Rules of Men's World
The article explores six hidden rules that men allegedly follow in relationships, emphasizing their reluctance to make promises, tendency to disappear, strategic emotional detachment, delayed communication, calculated tenderness, and avoidance of direct breakups. It provides scenarios and analyses for each rule, offering countermeasures for women to navigate these behaviors. The text is highly opinionated, presenting subjective views on men's actions and suggesting ways for women to maintain their self-respect and emotional well-being.
Quantitative Nanohistology of aging dermal collagen
The study explores the effects of aging on dermal collagen at the nanoscale using atomic force microscopy-based quantitative nanohistology. By defining specific collagen biomarkers and employing a segmentation approach, the research quantifies the prevalence of structural biomarkers across a dataset of 42,000 images and 30,000 indentation curves. The findings reveal age-related collagen fingerprints and validate the nanohistology approach through a case of abnormal biological aging, highlighting the uniqueness of dermal collagen ultrastructure among individuals.
IPO US Tax Planning For US Founders Of Companies Seeking To List In Hong Kong
As US-China tensions escalate, the US has imposed more restrictions on Chinese companies seeking IPOs in the US, prompting some to consider listing in Hong Kong. US tax residents must consider potential tax implications and planning options, especially given Biden's proposal to reduce the unified credit, which could increase estate tax liabilities. Key planning techniques include the Grantor Retained Annuity Trust (GRAT) and the Intentionally Defective Grantor Trust (IDGT), both designed to mitigate tax exposure by freezing asset values and excluding growth from the founder's estate.
Becoming A US Person Amid Coronavirus
The article discusses the implications of the Coronavirus pandemic on individuals who may find themselves unexpectedly spending extended periods in the United States, potentially triggering US tax residency under the substantial presence test. It outlines the criteria for the substantial presence test, exceptions such as the closer connection exception and the treaty tie-breaker exception, and the necessary IRS filings to avoid being classified as a US tax resident. The article emphasizes the importance of monitoring time spent in the US and understanding tax obligations to mitigate unwanted tax consequences.
In Cambodia，there are more than 10000000 landmines under the ground，and more than 9800 common people die of accidentally landmine explosion，60000 got injured，95% of them are common people。I went to Cambodia and wrote features of Aki Ra, a landmine solider who was token to trained as a killing merchant at five and planted landmine during 20 years war, he stat to clear landmine after war at 1992, and clear more than 5000 landmine by himself so far，he built a museum and help a lot of injured kids with the help from people, he is trying to get redemption but still suffer from PTSD and having nightmares。
15 years later，people still paying for 9/11，especially the firefighters who keep working nonstop during the terrorist attack，3700 of them suffer from different respiratory cancers。I went to US and interviewed a few of them
Credit Union Opposition to CFPB Arbitration Plan Is Baffling
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's proposed rule to prohibit class action bans in forced arbitration clauses aims to restore consumer rights. While big banks and lenders oppose the rule, the unexpected opposition comes from credit union associations, despite most credit unions not using forced arbitration. Credit unions, typically member-owned and customer-focused, generally resolve disputes without arbitration clauses. The article criticizes credit union associations like CUNA and NAFCU for their contradictory stance, arguing that the rule does not ban arbitration but restores the ability for class actions, which could benefit members in addressing systemic issues.
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