China at 50: the party goes on

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This article presents a survey of China as it marks the 50th anniversary of the People's Republic. Relevant points include a historical chronology of important events in Chinese history since 1949, and graphs and charts illustrating the country's economic, demographic, environmental, military, and governmental changes since then.

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Brit on the Wall

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Restoration work organised by the British writer William Lindesay to help conserve the Great Wall of China is described. The impetus for his work, the destruction caused by past building methods and modern tourism, is examined.

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Waiting on the dear leader

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Although North Korea currently has poor economic conditions, this could change in the future.

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