Trading Blows in Chengdu’s Fight Club
A UFC-style fight bar has recently opened in Chengdu, within the city’s notorious Poly Center complex. Photos and impressions inside.
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The Xiaomi Air Smart Filter Review
I’ve upgraded from SmartAir filters to the new Xiaomi Air, a smart air filtration system. Here are my impressions after two months with it.
Ninjutsu Training in Chengdu: Interview with Robbie, American Ninja
There is a lone American in our midst, walking the path to raise awareness of Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu, an ancient Japanese martial art. This is the story of Robbie’s drive to spread ninjutsu in Chengdu.
Cleaner, Faster, Cheaper: Uber in China
I’ve recently started using Uber in Chengdu, and have fallen in love with it. This is why I do not see many taxis in my future.
“New Masters” Documentary Explores Modern Kung Fu
Hear the inside take on The New Masters, a documentary on Kung Fu and Chinese MMA currently in production, and the Kickstarter campaign to fund it.
Measuring PM2.5 for 200rmb: the SamoAir Review
Can a digital particle measuring device available for less than 200rmb really be worth your time? For the price, this thing is pretty amazing.