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The little town making nearly all of China's lanterns
March 4, 2026—A remarkable 80% of the China’s lanterns are still made—by hand—in the small town of Tuntou in Hebei Province.
bbc.com
‘How can you forget me’: show details Filipino Americans’ rich history
April 1, 2026—Antonio Somera was cleaning out the basement of a building in Stockton, California, when he discovered 26 steamer trunks stacked together. Their contents belonged to Filipino migrants who arrived in the United States as early as the 1910s.
theguardian.com
People ‘bathe’ in nature to get respite from chaotic news cycle
March 29, 2026—Based on the Japanese wellness practice of Shinrin-yoku, the activity can reduce stress, improve mood, lower blood pressure and boost the immune system.
orlandosentinel.com / Associated Press
