In October, the middle reaches of the Yangtze River area officially enter the fall. In the Hubei Province, the water level begins to decline in the lakes near the Yangtze River. This natural phenomena creates an opportunity for people to take a close look at the bottom of the lake and brings us a delicious delicacy.
Lotus root is a natural ingredient that requires hard labor. Hence, the additional value of lotus root is much higher than other vegetables. How do we cook lotus root?
How long does it take for 300 professional diggers to pick out a whole lake of lotus roots? What are the common ways to cook them?
Take a glimpse into the world of fishing in China and the risks some fisherman take every day in order to support themselves.
In a freezing part of China, the winter fishermen are bringing in their nets. Meanwhile, a local ceremony dedicated to the lake and fish is held.
Preparations are underway for New Year's festivities near Chagan Lake. Fish is on the menu- and lots of it!
Fishing with a difference: the Gin people display the dying art of stilt fishing. Meanwhile, a deep sea fishing crew sets sail from Hainan.
Follow a deep sea fishing voyage from Hainan and learn about the trials and tribulations faced by the crew.
Follow a deep sea fishing voyage from Hainan and learn about the trials and tribulations faced by the crew.
The conclusion to "A Bite of China" reminds us to appreciate the diversity of the natural world in China and the rich variety of food this provides.
YK, born in Switzerland, is one of the best rappers in Beijing. His diverse and complex background in an international community that incorporated the best of both Western customs and Eastern traditions, coupled with his profound love of urban music, eventually led Young Kin to the stage.
Learn about the history of acupuncture in China and the people whose discoveries and work were integral in advancing the field.
In ancient times, meridian networks and acupoints were used to treat illness, but researchers are only beginning to understand the effectiveness of these in diagnosing illness and examining the body.
Medical discoveries in the U.S. and France sparked further study by China into the correlation between acupoints in the ear and the treatment of disease.
After many years of research, acupuncture has now become an effective tool for healing all kinds of ailments.
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Superstitious people might have you believe that disturbing a pharaoh's tomb will curse you to die. But, is there a scientific explanation behind this phenomenon?
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What caused a Spanish tourist to pass out in the Great Pyramid? Could it be the Curse of the Pharaohs?
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People first started believing in the Curse of the Pharaohs when British Egyptologists found Tutankhamen's tomb in the 1920s and Lord Carnarvon died mysteriously shortly thereafter. What's the scientific explanation for his untimely demise?
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The Curse of the Pharaohs has apparently even struck people who have never entered the Egyptian tombs and was cited as the reason for the sinking of the Titanic.
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None of the explanations behind the Curse of the Pharaohs have been definitively proven as not everyone who has entered the tomb has succumbed to its fate. What are we to believe?
Shanghai has more than 45,000 taxis operated by over 150 companies. Get to know Zhou Sen Lin, one of Shanghai's hard-working taxi drivers.
Zhou speaks about his hopes for his son. Would he like for him to become a taxi driver as well?
Formula One driver, Lin Zhiying, talks about how he fell in love with racing. From the beginning, he proved to be an outstanding driver, but his overconfidence led to a 150 km/h crash. How will his body and mind respond to the setback? Part 1.
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