Paper or plastic? Neither. China doesn’t want our trash. It banned importing of “yang laji,” foreign trash, in January 2018. For years, China was an easy and willing recipient for things the West didn’t want.
Feature stories
SIFF 2019: Slavery, stardust, suspicion, satisfaction
Iranian director Jafar Panahi, widely praised by cineasts as one of the world’s great working directors, has grown steadily more bold since his country’s government banned him from filmmaking in 2010.
Toshiko Hasegawa and CAPAA are changing paradigms
When this human bundle of energy walks into a room in the International District, everyone takes notice.
Shadow: A look-alike, deadly umbrellas, and plot twists, oh my!
If you enjoyed “Hero” or “House of Flying Daggers,” then this film should be right up your alley. Zhang Yimou is back with his latest film, “Shadow.”
PUBLISHER’S BLOG
BLOG: I met presidential candidates Joe Biden, Andrew Yang, and Jay Inslee — And my vote goes to …
I have met three Democratic presidential hopefuls, from the highest in the polls to the ones not so high…Aren’t I lucky!?
BLOG: Travel survival tips
Bad things can happen to anyone in a strange land. Anticipation and preparation can help travelers to avoid misfortune.Here are some valuable tips from experienced travelers that can help lessen your anxiety during your trip.