Chen Weihua

Dhaka building collapse a lesson for all

In this sense, the bloody Dhaka factory disaster should be a lesson for multinationals, governments, and companies and workers of the importance of safety standards, and observing them.

Berlin Fang

Household chores part of a child's education

I hope fellow parents will share their experience and wisdom so that together we can find ways to get work-shy children back to doing and enjoying work.

OP Rana

Chronicle of China's unfolding ten years foretold

Whether we like it or not, China and its new leadership, headed by President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang, will play a not so minor role in what the world would look like in the next 10 years.

Berlin Fang

A nightmare unfolding in slow motion

Oklahoma has four distinct seasons, but unlike many places, the four seasons can all come in one day. It's possible to have a chilly morning, a hot midday, a cozy afternoon and an evening with storms capable of producing tornados.

Chen Weihua

Find way to revive time-honored brands

Shanghai used to be known for its historical landmarks such as the Bund and Yuyuan Garden, and also the many time-honored stores that flanked the Nanjing Road and Huaihai Road.

Chen Weihua

Diplomacy and dialogue is the prudent way

This week's news report that the United States government is again considering arming the Syrian rebels is deeply disturbing, as it signals more bloodshed in that country.

Berlin Fang

Low expectations nurture mediocrity

As well as academic requirements, universities should also communicate high expectations for time management, self-discipline and other self-management strategies.

Chen Weihua

China not to blame for US job loss

When I moved from New York City to Washington DC three months ago, I hadto  call cable and utility companies to cancel the services to my old apartment and fix the Internet service in the new one.

Chen Weihua

US has not learned lesson from Iraq

I always think what the $1 trillion - or more - that the US spent on the Iraq war could have achieved if it had been spent more wisely.

Berlin Fang

Virtual persona should be you in reality

China is the world's most populous country, but I am still amazed that some micro-bloggers have millions of followers - that is a lot of clout.

Chen Weihua

US immigration reform a challenge for China

The proposed immigration reform, which has sparked a heated debate across US, has thrilled Chinese students now studying in American colleges and universities.

Chen Weihua

Obama should defend pro-choice

Obama must fight back by leading a pro-choice march to protect the rights of American women and to enlighten the throng of teenage students in last Friday's march.

Zhu Yuan

Defaulting on workers' pay must stop

But to solve the problem once and for all, the government has to implement strict rules to prevent construction projects from being sub-contracted without limit.