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June 2: Making Zong Zi with Five-star Hotel Chef, Try Cantonese Dim Sum

By the guiding hand of an experienced chef from The Shangri-la Hotel, Guangzhou, you can experience the whole process of making the food and share more culture information, taste Cantonese dim sum and Zong Zi, and enjoy the exciting lucky draw.

Guangdong Science Center Wins ASPAC Creative Science Communication Award

The competition is part of the Robot Creation Outreach Program organized by Guangdong Science Center to help bring robot knowledge to schools.

June 15: 2013 British Day

British Day is held each year as a celebration the best of British culture. Its aim is to offer more than 2,000 expected guests a relaxing day of fun activities, music, prizes and great food & drink!

Le French May Recalls the 1920s in HK, Macau

Le French May 2013 will present a selection of world class art and cultural programmes including around 50 performances, 18 exhibitions, and 50 movie screenings; unleashing the best of French culture. Tickets go on sale from Wednesday, March 27.

Opera Classic Turandot to be Performed in Guangzho

The Hilton Guangzhou Tianhe Presents… SUPER SUNDAY

Backstreet Boys 20th Anniversary Asia Tour at Guangzhou

Duo Photography Exhibition: One Second Per Second

Towards Modernity: Three Centuries of British Art

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Hui Ling Holds Charity Walkathon

Through the jogging participated by the general public, along with the students and teachers of Hui Ling, the school hopes more people can know about and support the mentally disabled.

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Source:Global Times

Guangzhou Finds Cadmium-tainted Rice

Of 18 batches of rice tested during random quarterly checks, eight were found to contain excessive amounts of the heavy metal. The metal is known as a strong carcinogen, and can cause pathological changes in the kidneys and other organs.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Sino-U.S. Photography Exhibition: Not Far Apart

The exhibition displays excellent works of stunning natural scenery in the U.S by internationally renowned photographer Johnny Yuan as well as works of Cantonese people and local attractions by freelance American photojournalist Mark Curry.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Dragon Boat Lifting: an Essential Ritual before Dragon Boat Festival

In the ritual called "Dragon Boat Lifting", people will drag out the dragon boats kept under water right before the arrival of Dragon-Boat Festival. That was what the locals in the old Pung Tang area of Guangzhou did on May 17.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

W Guangzhou Hosts Its Dazzling Premiere

Mainland China's first W Hotel will host premiere fete with exclusive performances by international line-up of DJs, dancers and a runway show by one of Asia's hottest fashion brands, YMOYNOT.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Guangdong Science Center Wins ASPAC Creative Science Communication Award

The competition is part of the Robot Creation Outreach Program organized by Guangdong Science Center to help bring robot knowledge to schools.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

China Southern to Put A380 to Sydney Flights

It's the airline's second international route to enjoy the privilege. According to China Southern, the gigantic jet offers 506 seats, including eight first-class private suites and 70 business-class seats with flat-bed seating.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.co

Pullman Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Undergoes Extension Project

The policy of a 72-hour visa-free transit at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport will officially take effect in June. Guangzhou will be the third city to enforce such a policy in mainland China.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

A Date with Perfume and Charity

On May 11, a charity event was held at the Hilton Guangzhou Baiyun Hotel for sharing perfumes and fragrances, and to raise awareness of children with cataracts.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Guangdong Suffers Massive Rainstorm

The rain mainly hit Guangzhou, Shaoguan, Qingyuan, Heyuan and Yunfu - north and west area of the province. About 651,600 people were affected, 18 died and 15 missing persons were reported.

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T: union Events Preview in June

T:union is one of the most popular venues from cutting-edge music in Guangzhou, providing a platform for the communication of different contemporary arts and independent music. Check out the events for this June.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

A Chance to Meet the U.S. Sports Envoys

Two Sports Envoys from the United States, Dr. Andrea Woodson-Smith and Dr. Becky Clark will be there sharing their unique lives of devotion to sports and talking with the audience.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Authentic Taishan Dishes offered by Chicken Specialty Restaurant

Taishan cuisine is well-known for its strong flavor and exquisite style. The restaurant named "Chicken Specialty Restaurant" is among the best restaurant offering authentic Taishan dishes in Guangzhou.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Lingnan Tong: One Electronic Card in All Buses of Guangdong Province

Lingnan Tong, a smart travel card that can be widely used for transportation in Guangzhou and some other cities in Guangdong Province, furthers its coverage to another two cities - Zhanjiang and Qingyuan.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou Kicks Off 2013 Succeed Through Service Program

Led by General Manager Andrew Rogers, seven senior executives from The Ritz- Carlton, Guangzhou launched a mentoring program this month for students at the South China University of Technology.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Charity Exhibition: Marked by China

Kui Garden Gallery will hold a charity exhibition, displaying more than 40 pieces of paintings by German artist Angelika Schlautmann who will donate the profit to charity organizations before returning to Germany.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Guangzhou to Offer 72-hour Visa-free Transit Policy

Following Beijing and Shanghai, Guangzhou will carry out the policy of a 72-hour visa-free transit at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport in June.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

China Southern to Launch Direct Flight to Moscow

As part of the airline's "Canton Route" project, passengers arriving in Guangzhou will be on time to transfer to over 200 domestic and international destinations, to as far as Australia, via China Southern.

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Source:China.org.cn

Telephone Threats Ground Five Planes

On May 15, false telephone threats led to the grounding of five flights bound for Shenzhen, Guangdong province from around the country and police is investigating the case.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Napoleon and the Decorative Art: Treasures of the Imperial Palaces

Over a hundred pieces of imperial furniture of the Napoleonic period is being showcased out of France for the very first time in Macao until 14th July 2013.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Fences Built on Liede Bridge to Avoid Climbers

In the afternoon, a team of workers put up the barbed-wire fence on the south side, soon after a man climbed up the bridge that morning. The top of the barbed-wire fence is two meters over the road.

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Source:Global Times

US Consulate in Guangzhou in Suspicious Powder Attack

A sample of the powder has been sent for identification, and the consulate has informed the Chinese government. It is unknown whether the powder contained hazardous chemicals or it was just a malicious joke.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Together We Care - IHG PRD China Charity Golf Tournament 2013

On May 10, InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) properties in PRD China have joined together to provide a caring hand for China's children's future education by organizing a Charity Golf Tournament 2013.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

The Westin Guangzhou Offers Dim Sum Buffet

From 13 to 28 May, The Westin Guangzhou invites Sheraton Shunde Chefs to take you for an experience of authentic traditional Shunde cuisine.

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Source:China.org.cn

Villagers Relocated for Expensive Cemetery

Nearly 1,100 villagers in Guangdong Province are being relocated from their hometown to make way for an expensive cemetery for revolutionary heroes and government officials, sparking a controversy.

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Source:China.org.cn

CHINAPLAS 2013 Returns to Guangzhou in May

The 27th International Exhibition on Plastics and Rubber Industries, widely recognized by the industry as Asia's No.1 and world's No. 2 plastics and rubber trade fair, will be held from May 20 to 23 at China Import and Export Fair Complex in Pazhou.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Lifestyle Survey: Most Youths in Guangzhou Love Food More Than Brands

A survey conducted recently shows that most young people are 'foodies' as dining takes up the most of all the daily expenditures polled in the investigation.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

June 15: 2013 British Day

British Day is held each year as a celebration the best of British culture. Its aim is to offer more than 2,000 expected guests a relaxing day of fun activities, music, prizes and great food & drink!

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Lifeofguangzhou.com Presents Law Seminar – Doing Business in China

During the seminar, Jessica Chau explained the legal knowledge and business culture for the audience with her experience and professionalism.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Mexican Consulate Presents Tequila Margaritas Night

According to the consulate, they would continue holding different kinds of events to promote Mexican food, drink and culture to the local and expat communities.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.comc

Art Exhibition : Print Collection in Heilongjiang Museum of Art

From April 27 to May 26, a print exhibition will be held in Guangdong Museum of Art, displaying 50 years of collecitons kept by Heilongjiang Museum of Art.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Sheraton Qingyuan Golf Day Package

From May 6 to September 30, Sheraton Qingyuan Lion Lake Resort invites you to plan a perfect and cost-effective golf day at RMB 980 net. The Arabic decorated resort has 18-holes of golfing along with the scenic Lion Lake.

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Source:Xinhua

Luxury Brands up Service Level as Competition Grows

In response to increasingly fierce competition in China'a luxury car market, manufacturers have increased investment in dealer training to improve customer satisfaction and loyalty. BMW recently opened a new training center in guangzhou.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

Opera Classic Turandot to be Performed in Guangzhou

Guangzhou Opera house is once again joining hands with noted conductor Daniel Oren in the presentation of the most-anticipated opera of the year - Turandot.

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

A Date with the Sparkling Night

To have some gatherings somewhere with live music and snacks served all the way until mid-night. Enjoy the sparkling weekend night on the 70th floor, join the Ladies Night on Wednesday, or taste one of The Churchill Bar's signature cocktails...

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Source:Lifeofguangzhou.com

British Fashion Design Master to Teach in Guangzhou

Now serving the honorary post in the International Creative Art & Design Academy at Guangzhou, she will instruct the students and help improve their works in person.