Forums > Living in Kunming > Beware US Consulate Chengdu It is an unfortunate fact that government diplomats are less than honest and less than straight-forward by training.
If any of them are reading this, you can believe that their response will be; 'The public just doesn't understand that we are simply doing our job.' Well, we expect them to be overseas civil servants and, thus, setting an example.
Perhaps, their concern is that this particular item (it's just an item to them) will open the flood gates. Well, who caused the flood. Experienced professionals should be able to manage that (Mmn, perhaps this is the nub of the matter).
Forums > Living in Kunming > expat population in Kunming Why do I get the feeling that 'thedearleader' is a fully paid-up member of CCP.
Forums > Living in Kunming > English version of Windows 7? @noway: "pretty sure". Ah, so you're not absolutely certain. Well, next year, when the waranty has expired, think about this as the problems begin.
Remember, PC's aren't manufactured by Microsoft. I know you know. That's why Pierre knows, from experience, what he's talking about. Right, Pierre? ;-)
Everyone has experienced the following: PC problem - you call the manufacturer - they tell you to call Microsoft. Software problem - you call Microsoft - they tell you to call the PC manufacturer. That's assuming that there is a telephone number.
Of course, there's Linux, Ubuntu, et al, but only Apple manufactures both the Mac and the operating system software - seems a logical way to go. No?
Good luck. Seriously.
Forums > Living in Kunming > English version of Windows 7? It seems that today's writers haven't read this whole thread.
@noway: Don't be so sure.
@mailman: Did you say 'junkie.org' - you needn't say more.
@mingdao: Linux is great.
@Everyoneelse: Get a Mac. ;-)
Forums > Living in Kunming > Marriage advice "I wonder how it ever came to this."???
onomato, your life could improve if you would simply read your original amazing reply on Thursday 6th May 2010.
If your only recourse is to eat chips while staring at a wall, then, I am sure that I may speak for everyone when I say, you need help ... urgently.
Official explanation for 'hide-and-seek' death reversed
Posted byIt is not surprising that access to the video and Li's cellmates was not permitted -- that's China. It is easier to demote or fire a prison officer because there are thousands of applicants to fill the positions. Anyway, we know that demoted government officials are re-instated after approximately six months.
Our main concern, now, should be to ensure that adequate compensation be paid to the family.
Family of 'eluding the cat' victim seeking government compensation
Posted byI have no confidence about a just conclusion to this matter, and I'm not sure if Harvey Chen is being cynical or humorous but I do hope that Chris continues to follow this story (and I'm sure that he will) because it smells of strong fish. Oops, we've lost the video ... and the copy. Mmm, sorry for my cynicism.
Official: Uighur group not responsible for Kunming bus attacks
Posted bySpelunker, with respect, it isn't very wise to make fun of these groups -- they're not children. I.M.H.O. this country has been asking for this kind of activity for some time. Have you talked to anyone (brain-washed Chinese excluded) who were surprised?
Two dead, 14 injured in Kunming bus explosions
Posted byI guess that it's an interesting exercise (Googling the maps) but are people really expecting to view a recording from one of the many video cameras in the area?
I should like to learn more about the two farmers killed, and 41 injured police, in Menglian on Saturday, which is becoming an even wider problem.
Finally, is anyone surprised by all this?
Solar-powered trip around the world stops in Kunming
Posted byThis is a good idea and a wonderful achievment but has anyone wondered why it's necessary to keep plugging into the mains to charge the battery.