Tang dynasty

Thailand to ring in New Year 2021 with spectacular 1.4 km long eco-friendly fireworks display along Bangkok riverfront as message of hope to the world

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Thursday, December 10, 2020
Fireworks, Tang dynasty, Iconsiam, Phetchabun, Thailand National Games

The TAT is also organising celebrations to mark the arrival of 2021 in numerous provinces of Thailand to draw visitors to other destinations around the country, including Krabi, Sukhothai, Roi Et, Ratchaburi, and Phetchabun.

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  • The TAT is also organising celebrations to mark the arrival of 2021 in numerous provinces of Thailand to draw visitors to other destinations around the country, including Krabi, Sukhothai, Roi Et, Ratchaburi, and Phetchabun.
  • "We expect the eco-friendly fireworks display to attract around three million viewers within the five kilometre radius from which it can comfortably be seen in its full splendour," he said.
  • ICONSIAM can be accessed easily by road and rail, including the new Gold Line mass transit system, as well as by river transport.
  • The eco-friendly fireworks display is divided into seven acts that represent hope, prosperity, solidarity, and happiness, and are called 'Big Hope', 'Believe', 'Brilliant Life', 'Beautiful World', 'Blooming Wealth' presented by Kasikornbank, 'Be Together' presented by True Corporation, and 'Best Beginning'.

TV series featuring cockroach-eating Wu Zetian: Prejudiced 'history' is not cool

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Friday, December 4, 2020
1st millennium, Women, Chinese people, Dynasties in Chinese history, Empress, Wu, Tang dynasty, Wu Zetian, Empress Dowager Wu, Wu Hu

In the skit, hosts introduce a character who is supposed to be Wu Zetian, a Chinese empress from the Tang Dynasty (618-907).

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  • In the skit, hosts introduce a character who is supposed to be Wu Zetian, a Chinese empress from the Tang Dynasty (618-907).
  • The "Empress Wu" is served with cockroaches and hornet larvae, and she eats them enthusiastically, explaining that it was normal for people to eat them in the Tang Dynasty.
  • The show's target audience is children and teenagers, who haven't yet acquired either a complete view of the world or sufficient knowledge.
  • This episode broadcast on the ABC has exposed its filmmakers and directors' ignorance of Empress Wu and the Tang Dynasty.

Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents & Thinners Market - Global Forecast to 2025 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Chemicals, Plastics, Manufacturing, Visual arts, Materials, Tang dynasty, Varnish, Paint, Solvent, Matter

The increasing demand for aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents & thinners in applications, such as paints & coatings, cleaning & degreasing, and others, drives the global aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents & thinners market.

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  • The increasing demand for aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents & thinners in applications, such as paints & coatings, cleaning & degreasing, and others, drives the global aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents & thinners market.
  • Stringent environmental regulations regarding the usage of aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents & thinners in varnishes and vehicle refinishing products are expected to restrain the growth of this market.
  • The paints & coatings segment is projected to lead the aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents & thinners market in terms of both value and volume during the forecast period.
  • The Asia Pacific is projected to lead the aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents & thinners market during the forecast period, in terms of both, value and volume.

Outlook on the Water Pigments for Finishing Leather, Paints and Varnishes Industry to 2025 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Chemicals, Plastics, Manufacturing, Materials, Visual arts, Physical sciences, Coatings, Tang dynasty, Varnish, Paint, Pigment, Domain driven data mining, Cobalt

The "World - Water Pigments For Finishing Leather, Paints and Varnishes - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "World - Water Pigments For Finishing Leather, Paints and Varnishes - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • This report provides an in-depth analysis of the supply and demand for water pigments for finishing leather, paints and varnishes.
  • It will help you to find actionable insights and make data-driven decisions for growing your business.
  • This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers of water pigments for finishing leather, paints and varnishes, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

Taiwan's 2020 Tang Prize Laureates Gather to Address Mankind's Most Urgent Challenges

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Monday, September 28, 2020
Articles, Awards, 1st millennium, Dynasties in Chinese history, Tang Prize, Tang dynasty, Tang

Two days and four edifying conferences saw the laureates offering great insight without reservation, and the audiences asking thought-provoking questions without hesitation.

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  • Two days and four edifying conferences saw the laureates offering great insight without reservation, and the audiences asking thought-provoking questions without hesitation.
  • The Tang Prize Foundation endeavors to make the world a better place and to foster universal values for a new era.
  • Harkening back to the golden age of the Tang Dynasty in Chinese history, the Tang Prize seeks to be an inspiring force for people working in all corners of the world.
  • For more information on the Tang Prize and its laureates, please visit www.tang-prize.org

Taiwan's 2020 Tang Prize Laureate Wang Gungwu to Talk about the Many Faces of Sinology

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Tuesday, September 15, 2020
Articles, Awards, Chinese culture, Tang Prize, Sinology, Countries, Wang Gungwu, Wu Chinese, Tang dynasty

The Tang Prize Foundation and National Chengchi University will co-host the 2020 Tang Prize Masters' Forum for Sinology, scheduled to take place from 2p.m.

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  • The Tang Prize Foundation and National Chengchi University will co-host the 2020 Tang Prize Masters' Forum for Sinology, scheduled to take place from 2p.m.
  • Prof. Wang Gungwu, 2020 Tang Prize winner in Sinology and world authority on the study of the Chinese overseas, will speak on the topic, "The High Road to Pluralist Sinology."
  • The Tang Prize in Sinology recognizes the study of Sinology in its broadest sense, which encompasses not only Chinese philology, linguistics, literature and art but also Chinese thought and history.
  • It is for all these achievements that he was awarded the 2020 Tang Prize in Sinology.

SPS improve ID card security thanks to CMI+, increasing the support for additional government emblems on the micro module

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Monday, July 6, 2020
Playing card, Tang dynasty, Tarot

This is done by removing material in the micro module's center and also by adding symbols in previously unattainable locations.

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  • This is done by removing material in the micro module's center and also by adding symbols in previously unattainable locations.
  • CMI+ is already available for SPS Dual8, for dual interface cards, and Hybrid8, for hybrid cards, with a gold or silver finish.
  • The new CMI+ security feature builds upon the longstanding expertise of SPS in physical security for ID documents.
  • Dominique Charrie, SPS Marketing Director for government products, explains: "Fighting against counterfeiting has been the essence of SPS technology development for many years.

PG&E Reminds Our Customers to Have a Safe Fourth of July Holiday

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Thursday, July 2, 2020
Utilities, Energy, Electric power, Human activities, Fireworks, Tang dynasty, Electrician, Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Energy, Articles

Thats especially true this year, when the hot temperatures and dry weather combine with the cancellation of public fireworks shows and parades due to COVID-19.

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  • Thats especially true this year, when the hot temperatures and dry weather combine with the cancellation of public fireworks shows and parades due to COVID-19.
  • PG&E values the health and safety of our customers and the communities that we serve.
  • Many beaches and parks will be closed due to COVID-19, which means those that remain open could be crowded.
  • Customers with generators should make sure they are properly installed by a licensed electrician in a well-ventilated area.

Common Fireworks Release Toxic Metals Into the Air

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Thursday, July 2, 2020
Metals, Fireworks, Tang dynasty, Metal toxicity, Physical sciences

These metals, which are used to give fireworks their vibrant color, also damage human cells and animal lungs.

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  • These metals, which are used to give fireworks their vibrant color, also damage human cells and animal lungs.
  • Led by researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, the study showed harmful levels of lead in two of 12 types of commercially-available fireworks sampled.
  • They found that levels of toxic metals were higher in samples taken near Independence Day and New Year's Eve celebrations than at any other time of the year.
  • Gordon cautions that the current investigation is a first step, only addressing the potential effects of one-time exposure to the fireworks metals.

Fourth of July 2020: Missouri, Mississippi, Ohio, Alabama and South Carolina Top States for Firework use

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Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Fireworks, Tang dynasty, Creative works, Films, Genres, Consumer fireworks

With July 4th nearly upon us, here are the key findings:

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  • With July 4th nearly upon us, here are the key findings:
    Which States Spend the Most on Fireworks?
  • Missouri, Mississippi, Ohio, Alabama and South Carolina spent between $51.1 Million to $18.9 Million on fireworks.
  • On a per capita basis, Missouri, Alabama, Kansas, Wyoming and South Carolina topped the nation for firework use.
  • Most Fireworks Come from China: The United States imports most of its fireworks from China, which accounted for nearly 96% of all imports.