Monthly Archives: May 2011

Shenzhen men finally get their due

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Administrator

Shenzhen is considering passing a bill that would establish a holiday in the city called “Men’s Care Day” to promote men’s rights. But not everybody believes it’s a good idea. Continue reading →

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The Spin Doctor – Austra, “Feel It Break”

Posted on May 27, 2011 by echristie

This week The Spin Doctor reviews Austra’s debut LP, “Feel It Break”, a synth-goth, pop confection in the vein of Zola Jesus, Bat for Lashes and The Knife, fronted by operatically trained vocalist Katie Stelmanis. Continue reading →

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The wait continues for Guangzhou-Shanghai high-speed rail

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Administrator

High-speed rail is expanding rapidly around China, with the most recent lines connecting Guangzhou with both Wuhan and Zhuhai. But the highly-anticipated line to Shanghai won’t be finished anytime soon. Continue reading →

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Electrical storms rock Guangdong, more to come

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Administrator

The weekend saw a spectacular electrical storm that rocked the Pearl River Delta. Take a look at a stunning photo snapped in Guangzhou and brace yourself for more wet weather. Continue reading →

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Part of Dameisha Beach closed in advance of the Universiade

Posted on May 21, 2011 by Administrator

The crazy-crowded-but-beautiful Dameisha beach is being partially closed in preparations for the volleyball competition at this summer’s Universiade. That means the same number of beachgoers on a smaller stretch of sand. Continue reading →

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The Spin Doctor – Nicolas Jaar, “Space Is Only Noise”

Posted on May 20, 2011 by echristie

This week the Spin Doctor reviews Nicolas Jaar’s debut LP “Space Is Only Noise”. Fusing an incredible array of musical influences, including French Jazz, dub-step, down-tempo house, lounge, afro beats, minimalist techno, hip-hop, musique concrète and even classical, Jaar miraculously never bites off more than he can chew. Continue reading →

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Surf on the roof of the new Galaxy Macau

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Administrator

Macau, well-known for its glitzy casinos, bright lights, luxury hotels and seedy nightlife, has just kicked it up another notch. The new Galaxy Macau, which opened last weekend, boasts a rooftop wave pool, private spa pools, giant floating diamond and the tallest women in Asia. Continue reading →

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Popular Indian eatery Vaastu closes its doors

Posted on May 16, 2011 by Administrator

Award-winning Indian restaurant Vaastu has closed its doors in Guangzhou because of “unavoidable circumstances”. Continue reading →

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The Spin Doctor – The Antlers, “Burst Apart”

Posted on May 13, 2011 by echristie

Though “Burst Apart” is far from a “happy” affair, it wisely eases off on the conceptual weight of 2009′s “Hospice”, instead focusing on denser arrangements, additional electronic accompaniment and improved production. Continue reading →

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Debate breaks out on refurbishment of Guangzhou’s metro

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Administrator

Hong Kong’s MTR was actually a consultant to Guangzhou’s metro company when it was being planned. Like Hong Kong, Guangzhou decided to introduce a different colour scheme for each station along Metro Line 1. Unlike Hong Kong, Guangzhou’s metro is now crumbling, even though it’s only been around for 14 years. Continue reading →

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