Coming: the great flood of China

Article Abstract:

The Three Gorges Dam construction will submerge thousands of historical treasures and the beauty of the three Yangtze gorges: Qutang, the Wu and the Xiling. The dam will control the flooding of the Yangtze River, and provide inexpensive, available and almost unlimited electric power.

China, Public works, Environmental aspects, Dams, Yangtze River

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The rock of exile

Article Abstract:

The inhabitants of Saint Helena, a remote British island-colony discovered in 1502, are struggling to gain some economic and political changes. A fiber firm supports the local business while political efforts keep clamoring for the autonomy of St. Helena.

Social aspects, Political aspects, Colonization, Colonies, Saint Helena

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China town

Article Abstract:

Hong Kong experienced two uncertain years following the handover of the former British colony to China but confidence has once more returned. The new Hong Kong is becoming increasingly like China and there is much on offer to the traveller.

Cover Story, Travel industry, Hong Kong

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