CHINA - Camera Phone and Citizen Journalism

“Today, Hong Kong’s Chinese newspapers are united - they all use the photos taken by ONE MAN on their front pages! I venture to say that it is unprecedented! Leung Siu-kin, a journalism student, happened to witness a train fire. “

JAPAN - Baidu Thinks It Can Play in Japan

” Facing slower growth and increased competition at home, Baidu.com (BIDU), the dominant search engine in China, is making its first foray overseas. On a call with analysts following the company’s announcement of earnings for the fourth quarter, Baidu Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Robin Li said the company will spend $15 million trying to replicate its at-home success in Japan this year.”

HAPPY NEW YEAR - Year of Pig signals conflicts before new world order: soothsayers

“”It is anticipated that there will be more international conflicts and disharmony, which will even lead to regional warfare, uprising and unrest, or the overthrow of governments in certain countries,”

SINGAPORE - Tips On Flying With Singapore Airlines

“If you want most of your unreasonable requests to be fulfilled (such as asking for a gin and tonic with triple gin), ask the youngest looking stewardess.”