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Monday, April 29, 2019
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So, after living in Asia 4.5 years, a very interesting top was raised while I was in Vietnam. That being White privilege.
A Vietnamese vlogger raised the issue in a video entitled "Why Every White guy in Asia is a Loser." It was viral.
As a so-called Black guy, I chimed in on the subject because it has gained momentum in China, where they label many "White" foreigners "Losers Back Home."
In any event, I discussed my observations in an article:
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Me and my girlfriend want to go to Asia in September. My girlfriend likes to go to Bali for one month because of it's nature. When I searched for more information and told someone about our plan it is like as if Bali is nice for about 2-3 weeks and Thailand for 3-5 weeks.
Last year we already explored a lot of countries in Europe and this year we would like to relax a bit more than travelling day in day out. We are doubting as both countries are really different from each other. My girlfriend likes to go to Bali but I think Thailand is also really nice. Do you think it is nice to explore both in +- 30 days or do you have another recommandation?
Thanks in advance!
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Air pollution has become a serious health hazard, but Vietnam is unable to kick its smoking habit.
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This post is related to Donations:
Hey Guys,
These are trying times for Sri Lanka, I myself am a founder of a startup and we've banded together to get some money through to the people who are in need.
Sri Lanka United is a collective of startup founders. We want to help Sri Lanka heal and bounce back from the deadly bombings on Easter. As tech entrepreneurs, we want to use our skills to help seek funding and ensure it gets to where it’s needed. By doing so, we aim to help rebuild the churches and the lives of the victims of these devastating attacks.
There's been issues in the past where people have run off with the money that is given as charity but we will stake our reputations as well as have complete transparency with how the funds will be utilized (more info at the website)
If you'd like to help, please take a second to either let someone you know know about this (word of mouth, drop them a link, whatevs we appreciate all the help we can get) or donate, please follow the link. Check out our IG and our Tweetbird.
More background: As the events were unfolding, we in the startup community watched in horror. We've got a neat little Whatsapp group with the founders where we keep each other updated on the going ons and through this, while getting updates, we quickly sprung to action to help in however way we can. So the quick thinking entrepreneurs we are, made the decision that rather sitting on the sidelines we are going to get upfront and do something. Armed with VPNs and hella grit, Sri Lanka United was born.
If you guys need anymore info, ask, or check the link. We really need all the help we can get!
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-04lpNuwLCo , https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0p2NvMYzQ9s I found this story about a young man being persuated not to kill himself by a kiss. Could someone help me with possably a translation?
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My friend : Hey, you're Chinese.
Me : Yes, I am.
My friend : Okay, I learned a little Chinese, NI HAO!!!
Me : I'm Cantonese.
My friend : Wut?
Note - Cantonese is Hong Kong while Mandarin is literally everywhere else in China. They're different okay.
Mandarin Thank You - Xie Xie
Cantonese Thank You - Dojeh
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Hi! Here is a new discord server for Korean learners. It was designed to communicate, share information, and provide lectures among Korean learners.
There are currently a total of 1536 members on this server.
We provide lectures to help basic Korean learners (listening, grammar, and speaking, words.. etc)
Even if you are not a Korean learner, if you are interested in Korea(K-culture) or like to chat, please come and have a chat.
Hạnh Dương
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