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Uplive to Exclusively Livestream Bella’s New Year’s Eve 2021 Event Featuring Bella Thorne, Diplo, and Many More World-Renowned Celebrities and Influencers

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Globally livestreamed event forecasted to reach over 300 million followers

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 31, 2020 — Asia Innovations Group Limited (AIG), a leading global operator of mobile social platforms and services, today announced its leading independent live social video platform Uplive, with its over 160 million global users, will be the exclusive livestreaming partner for Bella’s NYE 2021 Event, a one-of-a-kind New Year’s celebration co-organized by Wexicans and Filthy Fangs Records led by Bella Thorne and Dani Thorne, aka Com3t.

Uplive to Exclusively Livestream Bella’s New Year’s Eve 2021 Event Featuring Bella Thorne, Diplo, and Many More World-Renowned Celebrities and Influencers
Uplive to Exclusively Livestream Bella’s New Year’s Eve 2021 Event Featuring Bella Thorne, Diplo, and Many More World-Renowned Celebrities and Influencers

Among the artists featured in the livestreamed live music festival will be triple-threat actress, singer, and director Bella Thorne; three-time Grammy-winning DJ, rapper, songwriter, and record producer Diplo; rapper Waka Flocka Flame; DJ and producer Murda Beatz, Dani Thorne, aka Com3t, EDM’s newest Kandi Queen, as well as top influencers in the US and Latin America including Jay Alvarez, Caeliyt, and Kimberly Shantal and Uplive hosts Jon Klaasen and Queenbuenrostro who in aggregate reach over 300 million social media followers.

"We are proud to be the exclusive livestreaming platform for Bella’s NYE 2021 Event, partnering with some of the most famous artists and influencers in the world and broadcasting live from a scenic tropical location," stated Christine Xu, General Manager of Uplive USA. "We are excited that the Uplive user community and Bella and her friends’ followers can join together online and celebrate NYE 2021 using Uplive’s unique, live interactive social video platform."

Bella Thorne stated, "My friends and I are thrilled to share the New Year’s Eve 2021 experience with the rest of the world via Uplive. We hope the festival brings joy, happiness and optimism to all of our friends around the world."

Andy Tian, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of AIG, stated, "To say that 2020 has been a stressful year is an understatement. We are extremely grateful to be able to bring friends together as a global community through music and entertainment during these difficult times. Live social has emerged as the key technology platform that has shaped the way people connect with each other, display their talents and share their lives. We hope that this unique live streamed festival will lift people’s spirits and promote feelings of sharing, closer connections, and the simple joy of music."

Bella’s NYE 2021 Event will begin at 11:00 AM PST on December 31, 2020, while participating influencers will start livestreaming on Uplive beginning on December 28, 2020. Viewers can access the livestream event by downloading Uplive from the Apple App Store or Android Google Play Store or click on the link in bio @uplive.usa on IG.

Amid the global pandemic, the event will adhere to strict health and safety standards. The event has limited attendance to a select number of artists and influencers, event attendees and staff. COVID-19 tests will be required for all event attendees and staff, and strict safety measures and social distancing will be enforced during the event.

Uplive will donate a portion of the event’s proceeds to Victoria’s Voice Foundation, a non-profit organization whose mission is to save at-risk lives by raising awareness of drug addiction, overdose prevention and rehabilitation.

Tickets are available now. For further details, please visit: https://h5.upliveapp.com/uppro/Bella_Thorne_NYE.html

About Uplive

Owned by Asia Innovations Group, Uplive is the largest independent video-centric live social apps globally (excluding Mainland China) as measured by monthly average users (MAU) in the nine months ended September 30, 2020.

Launched in July 2016, Uplive enables video social users to live stream to the world, sharing their talents and building connections, in real time, with users across the globe. Uplive currently serves over 160 million users across more than 200 countries and regions globally. Twitter recognized Uplive as one of the most influential international brands in 2019.

About Asia Innovations Group

Asia Innovations Group Ltd (AIG) leads the evolution of the online interactive entertainment space in emerging markets, with a focus on live social, providing an engaging platform for real-time, interactive, instant social experiences between users.  AIG operates a portfolio of category-leading live social products including video centric live social (Uplive), dating centric live social (Lamour, FancyU and Wink), and fan centric live social (SupreFans) categories. Together, AIG’s product portfolio serves 270 million users across more than 200 countries and regions globally.

Founded in 2013, AIG is a global company focused on emerging market regions including Southeast Asia, the Middle East, North Africa, Pan-India, and South America. AIG has offices in Ho Chi Minh City, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Hong Kong and Taipei, etc.

AIG is led by online and social media pioneers who have built some of the world’s most recognized consumer technology products while holding senior roles at Tencent, Google, and Microsoft, and Zynga.

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Color Star Technology Announced Strategic Partnership with Two UAE Companies

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NEW YORK, Dec. 31, 2020 — Color Star Technology Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq CM: CSCW) (the "Company", or "Color Star"), an entertainment and education company that provides online entertainment performances and online music education services, today announced that Color China Entertainment Limited, its wholly owned subsidiary, has formally reached a long-term strategic partnership with two United Arab Emirates ("UAE") companies, Multiple Events Dubai U.A.E ("Multiple Events UAE") and Hunter International Travel & Tourism LLC. Dubai U.A.E ("Hunter International UAE"). The parties expect to use their respective advantages to collaborate on cultural performance, cross-border tourism, entertainment education, and brand promotion.

Multiple Events UAE is registered in Dubai, UAE. Its business covers film and television production, exhibitions, conferences, and consulting. Since its establishment, the company has organized and facilitated international cultural exchange projects with many multinational media companies. In 2007 and 2008, Multiple Events UAE cooperated with Hong Kong Phoenix Satellite TV ("Phoenix TV") and produced two bilingual documentaries, "Half Sea and Half Flame" and "The Sheikh’s Sunrise and Sunset", which reflected the social and cultural development of the UAE. Between 2009 to 2011, as the official authorized institution of Phoenix TV, Multiple Events UAE organized the Phoenix TV Miss Chinese Cosmos contest in the Middle East region.

Hunter International UAE is registered with the Dubai Tourism Bureau, UAE. The company has hundreds of business partners in countries all over the world. In 1992, it was selected by the Chinese Consulate General in Dubai to host a delegation from China National Tourism Administration. In September 1992, it became the general agent of China International Travel Service to serve Chinese tourists visiting the UAE and to organize Middle Eastern customers’ exhibitions in China.

The cooperation with the two well–established UAE companies will add to the Company’s strategic layout in the Middle East. By 2021, Color Star expects to establish an offline training base in the UAE and offer online and offline Arab cultural entertainment performances.

"Color Star strives to become a top global internet entertainment company. We have built strategic partnerships in Southeast Asia, Europe and America, and now in the Middle East. The launch of our Color World App on December 31, 2020 will further promote our geographic reach and provide strong technological and internet boost to our international presence." Commented Biao Lu, CEO of Color Star.

About Color Star Technology

Color Star Technology Co, Ltd. (Nasdaq CM: CSCW) is an entertainment and education company that provides online entertainment performances and online music education services. Its business operations are conducted through its wholly-owned subsidiaries Color China Entertainment Ltd. and CACM Group NY, Inc. The Company’s online education is provided through its Color World music and entertainment education platform. More information about the Company can be found at www.colorstarinternational.com.

Forward-Looking Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements that are other than statements of historical facts. When the Company uses words such as "may," "will," "intend," "should," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "project," "estimate" or similar expressions that do not relate solely to historical matters, it is making forward-looking statements.  Forward-looking statements are not guarantee of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results to differ materially from the Company’s expectations discussed in the forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, the following:  the Company’s goals and strategies; the Company’s future business development; product and service demand and acceptance; changes in technology; economic conditions; the growth of the educational and training services market in China and other countries where CSCW conducts its business; reputation and brand; the impact of competition and pricing; government regulations; fluctuations in general economic and business conditions and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing and other risks contained in reports filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission. For these reasons, among others, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements in this press release. Additional factors are discussed in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof unless required by applicable laws, regulations or rules.

For more information, please contact:

Sherry Zheng
Weitian Group LLC 
Email: shunyu.zheng@weitian-ir.com  
Phone: +1-718-213-7386

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‘People’ chosen as Chinese character of the year

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BEIJING, Dec. 30, 2020 — A news report by China.org.cn on China’s Chinese character of the year:

 

In a recently published list of buzzwords in China, "min", meaning "people," was chosen as the Chinese character of 2020, while "poverty alleviation" was crowned as the Chinese word of the year.

"Min," the people, are the target. Confronted with the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, China responded proactively. Swift screening, targeted prevention and control measures, effective treatment, rapid vaccine development and orderly work resumption –– all these efforts have helped guarantee the health and normal life of the 1.4 billion Chinese people, while giving them confidence and hope.

The character "min" is also closely linked with "poverty alleviation," the word of the year. An old saying, "Wishing all the common people free from hunger and cold," shows that the Chinese people have held a sincere desire for the wellbeing of their fellow countrymen since ancient times. By the end of 2020, China already managed to achieve its goal of eliminating poverty despite the pandemic. With poverty-stricken counties being removed from the list one after another, being "free from hunger and cold" is no longer just a vision. It has now become reality, with no one being left behind.

"Min" implies the endeavor to better fulfill people’s wishes. The first-ever Civil Code since China’s founding will come into force in 2021. The document features many new provisions, such as personality rights, dignity of life and a peaceful private life, all of which reflect the specific demands of the people in the new era, with the aim of better safeguarding their rights through improved legislation. In addition, while formulating the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025), the government also solicited opinions and suggestions from the public, with a view to better promoting the people’s interests.

The people are not only the target, but also a source of confidence, representing the power of the people and the spirit of the nation. In the past year, some Chinese people stayed home voluntarily for quarantine purposes; some joined the medical teams or contributed in whatever ways they could. People from all over the country initiated a group-buying campaign, for products made in Hubei, the hardest-hit province in the pandemic. Many chose to leave cities to offer their help in the least developed places, and numerous people living in hardships have been struggling forward. The Chinese people have provided the country with the confidence and conviction to face future challenges.

The people also embody hope for the future. 2021 marks the beginning of China’s "14th Five-Year Plan" period. On the agenda of the recent Central Economic Work Conference, keywords such as "income," "employment," "housing" and "elderly care" were all centered around one common theme: for the people.

The character "min" can be seen as both a target and a source of conviction. In 2021, the Chinese people will stand together to face challenges and embrace the future.

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http://www.china.org.cn/video/node_7230027.htm

‘People’ chosen as Chinese character of the year
http://www.china.org.cn/video/2020-12/30/content_77065575.htm

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Xiaobai Maimai Announces the Closing of P2P Disposition Agreement

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BEIJING, Dec. 30, 2020 — Xiaobai Maimai Inc. (NASDAQ: HX), formerly known as Hexindai Inc. ("Xiaobai Maimai", the "Company", or "we"), a social e-commerce platform in China, today announced the closing of the assignment and assumption agreement dated December 16, 2020, by and among Beijing Hexin Yongheng Technology Development Co., Ltd. ("Hexin Yongheng"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, Kuaishangche Automobile Leasing Co., Ltd. ("Kuaishangche"), a company not directly associated with the Company but controlled by Mr. An, the CEO and Chairman of the board of directors of the Company, Hexin E-Commerce Company Limited ("Hexin E-Commerce"), and individual shareholders of Hexin E-Commerce ( the "Agreement"). The closing of the Agreement took place on December 30, 2020. Prior to the closing, Hexin Yongheng had assigned and transferred to Kuaishangche the control over Hexin E-Commerce, and Kuaishangche had delivered the assignment consideration of RMB 5 million to Hexin Yongheng (the "Disposition"). As a result of the Disposition, Kuaishangche has become the primary beneficiary of and controls Hexin E-Commerce, and has assumed all assets and liabilities of Hexin E-Commerce and its subsidiaries, excluding any of its rights, titles, interests or claims in Wusu Hexin Yongheng Commercial and Trading Co., Ltd. ("Wusu Company"), which remains as the Company’s consolidated variable interest entity.

The Company launched its social e-commerce platform in May 2020 as a new business line. After the Disposition, the Company will continue to develop and invest in its social e-commerce business to take advantage of China’s fast-growing e-commerce industry.

Mr. Xiaobo An, Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Xiaobai Maimai, commented, "We are encouraged by the solid progress we have made to fully transform our business into a social e-commerce platform – Xiaobai Maimai. We will continue to improve the product and service offerings on Xiaobai Maimai to cater to the ever-changing demands of consumers, and at the same time continue to explore new business opportunities to tap into the huge potential of social marketing and e-commerce in China."

About Xiaobai Maimai Inc.

Xiaobai Maimai Inc. (NASDAQ: HX), formerly known as Hexindai Inc., ("Xiaobai Maimai" or the "Company"), is a social e-commerce platform based in Beijing, China. The Company collaborates with domestic e-commerce platforms and offers users a wide selection of high-quality and affordable products on its social e-commerce platform. Leveraging its cooperation with mainstream e-commerce platforms and services marketplaces, and its data analytics algorithm and operating system, the Company continues to identify and introduce cost-efficient products and attract users to its platform and generate higher user satisfaction to realize the platform’s fast growth.

Safe Harbor Statement

This announcement contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "potential," "continue," "ongoing," "targets," "guidance" and similar statements. The Company may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Any statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements that involve factors, risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Such factors and risks include, but not limited to the following: the Company’s goals, strategies and expansion plans; its future business development, financial condition and results of operations; its ability to attract and retain new users and to increase revenues generated from repeat users; its expectations regarding demand for and market acceptance of its products and services; its relationships and cooperation with e-commerce platforms and services marketplaces; trends and competition in China’s e-commerce market; the expected growth of the Chinese e-commerce market; Chinese governmental policies relating to the Company’s corporate structure and the e-commerce industry; and general economic conditions in China. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company’s filings with the SEC. All information provided in this announcement is current as of the date of this announcement, and the Company does not undertake any obligation to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

For more information, please visit ir.xiaobaimaimai.com

For investor inquiries, please contact:

The Company

Investor Relations
Ms. Zenabo Ma
Email: ir@xiaobaimaimai.com

Christensen

In China
Mr. Eric Yuan
Phone: +86-10- 5900-1548
E-mail: Eyuan@christensenir.com

In US
Mr. Tip Fleming
Phone: +1-917-412-3333
Email: tfleming@Christensenir.com

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Yuanyuan’s Adventure Episode Ⅱ: The Reclamation of Taiwan

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BEIJING, Dec. 30, 2020 — A news report by China.org.cn:

 

In the late 15th and early 16th centuries, as the world ushered in the Age of Discovery, Taiwan, a beautiful island with rich resources became a target of Western colonial exploitation. A group of pirates from the Netherlands and Spain were particularly active. They set foot on this island and committed all sorts of crimes against its people.

In 1624, the Dutch seized Taiwan, brutally oppressing and exploiting the residents there. It is never too late for justice! Zheng Chenggong, who fought fierce battles against the invaders, successfully reclaimed Taiwan. In many ways, he’s my idol and I really admire him.

In 1661, Zheng Chenggong led the army to Taiwan and launched fierce attacks on the Dutch imperialists. A few months later, the Dutch surrendered, and Taiwan, the Chinese territory which had been colonized for 38 years, was eventually reclaimed.

When the country was facing great difficulties, Zheng, who was commanding a weaker force, dared to challenge the stronger invaders. He also made sure that anyone who attacked China would be dealt with no matter how far away they were. This is exactly what protecting the people and giving them a sense of security is all about! After leading his warriors in a valiant battle to reclaim their homeland, Zheng Chenggong reasserted control over Taiwan and began a massive program to develop the island. Through both its political and military achievements, Taiwan transformed itself from a "punching bag", which was exploited by foreign powers and pirates, to a world-respected maritime trade hub. At the same time, culture, etiquette and education flourished on the island.

Zheng Chenggong not only brought Taiwan under Han Chinese rule for the first time, but also attracted many people from the Chinese mainland to the island. The rule has endured for three generations in Taiwan, and made great contributions to the development of the island. Since then, Taiwan has ushered in a sustained period of prosperity and peace.

History continues its unstoppable march. And yet another sudden change appears on the horizon, but is it a blessing or a curse? Stay tuned for our next episode and I’ll tell you more!

Yuanyuan’s Adventure Episode Ⅱ: The Reclamation of Taiwan
http://news.china.com.cn/txt/2020-12/30/content_77063495.htm

 

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LESS_ continues to grow and prepares for the next round of financing

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WROCŁAW, Poland, Dec. 30, 2020 — 700,000 users across the world have joined the LESS_, an internet platform for selling second-hand clothes and accessories that operates from Poland. The app was launched in June 2019 and six months later it obtained EUR 4 million in the seed round. Now, LESS_ is preparing for the next round of financing which will be allocated to expand into markets of Eastern and Southern Europe. The application fits in the most significant global consumer trends creating opportunities for investors.  

The rapid pace of development of LESS_ as well as the social usefulness of the adopted business model was appreciated by MyCompany business magazine and recognized as the Polish start-up of 2020. Mateusz Oleksiuk, CEO, explains: "LESS_ was born because we saw a need to create a space for conscious fashion lovers. Together we change the approach to shopping by giving the opportunity to enjoy life in the vein of minimalism. We educate and inspire to change. We promote a conscious view of consumption. In our opinion, fashion and minimalism can go together. It is one of the strongest global trends and we already are on it building our global advantage for our investors. The growth of e-commerce during the pandemic is also a global trend and this trend boosts the rise of e-commerce initiatives."

The platform provides access to thousands of virtual wardrobes owned, among others, by celebrities, influencers, athletes and singers, who easily offer their fans access to their idols’ items. One of LESS_’s account holders is Robert Lewandowski, the best footballer in the world 2020 according to FIFA, who is also an investor in the company that is the platform’s operator.  In addition to the Bayern Munich player, the shareholder structure also includes strongly experienced investors. Krzysztof Pawiński is the president and owner of the Maspex Group, the largest food company in Central and Eastern Europe, Dawid Urban, a valued business-angel, co-founder and COO of LESS_, Eryk Stankunowicz, long-time editor of the Polish edition of Forbes, Cezary Pietrasik, ex CEE director at the London private equity Warburg Pinkus, and also the founders of Allegro, the largest e-commerce platform in this region of Europe.

Further information: About LESS_

 

 

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Survey Finds Most U.S. And International Teachers Believe Online Learning Will Continue To Be A Major Component Of K-12 Education In Post-Pandemic Era

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Teachers from U.S., China and other countries express need for more support, training; concern that students lack internet access and devices to learn online

WASHINGTON, Dec. 30, 2020 — TEACH-NOW Graduate School of Education, a college at Moreland University, released the results of a survey of teachers in the U.S. and abroad showing that 60% of teachers believe that online education will play a significant role in schools even after the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. But the education system faces major hurdles in remote learning, as the vast majority say their students lack internet access, and that they personally need more training to effectively teach online.

The findings indicate that legislators, policymakers, district leaders and parents need to start preparing for a new era of schooling, and to eliminate the remote learning barriers for teachers and students.

When schools across the nation abruptly closed due to the coronavirus pandemic in March, teachers and students faced significant challenges in remote learning. At the onset of the pandemic, 80% of U.S. public school teachers and 43% of international teachers said that they had students who had poor or no internet access at home. And 71% of U.S. public school teachers and 60% of international teachers said that they were unprepared to teach online.

But the survey indicates that teachers do not expect a return to the past when the COVID-19 pandemic subsides.

"Teachers around the globe know that the world is changing and the education system will need to quickly adapt as well," said Dr. Emily Feistritzer, founder and CEO of TEACH-NOW, which has nearly 1000 students and graduates from China and more than 1200 from across Southeast Asia. "They are way ahead of our elected leaders in recognizing that education five years from now will be delivered very differently than it was before the pandemic struck."

TEACH-NOW surveyed 641 U.S. and international teachers from November 14 to November 30, 2020 on the impact of COVID-19 on their teaching, their biggest challenges, available resources and the future of education. Teachers believe that the technological changes implemented due to remote schooling will continue to evolve and to improve the educational system and teachers want to be part of the future of schooling.

The survey also found that districts and schools need to address teachers’ emotional, social and mental health. An astonishing one-third to 45 percent of teachers wanted "Programs for increasing my well-being" and "Support group of other teachers in my discipline."

Other key findings from the survey:

Districts and schools need to provide more training and professional development opportunities for teachers.
As most public schools are still closed and remote learning remains the primary method of instructional delivery, teachers need more training to teach online.

  • 65% of U.S. public school teachers indicated that they still needed professional development for effective online instruction
  • 61% of international teachers indicated that they still needed professional development for effective online instruction

Districts also need to provide supports for teachers’ emotional, social and mental well-being.
Teachers expressed the need for personal support during this time, particularly in the U.S.

  • 42% of U.S. public school teachers indicated that they needed programs to support their well being
  • 34% of international teachers indicated that they needed programs to support their well being

In spite of a challenging year, teachers remain committed to field of education.

  • Only 7% of US public school teachers and 5% of international teachers expected to be employed in an occupation outside of education in the next five years

TEACH-NOW Teacher Preparation Certificate Program, leading to a state teaching license, began in 2013 with a cohort of 10 students as an affordable, high-quality, worldwide program resulting in a state teaching license in 9 months, TEACH-NOW has grown exponentially, and recently became Moreland University, a comprehensive university offering Masters’ degrees and professional development. Moreland University offers a groundbreaking online learning experience that prepares its students for the real world and the future of education with an activities-based, collaborative learning methodology. Moreland University has over 6,000 students and graduates who are teaching in over 150 countries. For more information, visit https://www.moreland.edu/teachers-matter-survey-findings.

Dr. Emily Feistritzer, founder and CEO of TEACH-NOW, is a lifelong educator and a former nun. She has conducted surveys of teachers throughout her career at the National Center for Education Information, which she founded in 1979 and led until 2012. Dr. Feistritzer was named one of Fast Company’s "Most Creative People 2019" and Inc. magazine’s "2019 Top Ten Groundbreakers."

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david@kirtzmanstrategies.com

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China Matters tells the story of Ms. Pan and her Mountaintop Guesthouse

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BEIJING, Dec. 29, 2020 — As Pan Qingqing sips on a traditional Chinese tea, she glances out the window of her mountaintop guesthouse. The view is splendid with billowing clouds and valleys, and this is swiftly followed by laughter and loud chatter in the guesthouse where she is right in the middle of a jovial conversation with her guests who have made the trip to Xiangjian village in the southern city of Hangzhou.  

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The 44-year-old is one of many in Lin’an District to have built guesthouses to attract more visitors from home and abroad. For her, this is an opportunity to bring changes to her hometown. And her plans have been supported by the Hangzhou government.

The key to this change has been to combine the local surroundings with the arts to create something fresh where you wouldn’t expect it. And the guesthouses like Ms. Pan’s brings the two together.

Bigger than life-size installations of bamboo art now decorate the halls. When guests sit down for an afternoon tea and food, cups and cutlery sets made from local bamboo wood don the tables. Ms. Pan has been inviting artistic to come and showcase their mastery.

However, it wasn’t all plain sailing at the start. After studying in France, she finally chose to come back to Lin’an. And even though she left all those years ago as a child, no one could deny how special the place was to her.

But as things would have it, Ms. Pan’s father, an experienced tourism operator, opposed the guesthouse plans. He sighted poor accessibility, small population, and an underdeveloped economy in the area as potential pitfalls. Nevertheless, she saw differently. She wasn’t deterred. She believed in the changes her guesthouse would bring.

And now, she is hosting variety of events throughout the year. Recently, she launched a bamboo art exhibition. The bamboo artist was able to teach local villagers how to weave locally-sourced bamboo artworks. Just recently as October, at the tail-end of local rice harvest season, she gathered young agricultural entrepreneurs to taste the new rice and exchange their products to promoting their hometowns. 

So, Xiangjian village is just the tip of the iceberg. It represents this innovative take on how to build tourism in rural Hangzhou. In this video, British host Josh went to visit the guesthouse and see the transformation of villages in Hangzhou through nature and modern arts. The video was filmed and produced by China Matters.

Contact: Li Siwei
Tel.: +8610-68996566
E-mail: lisiwei5125@gmail.com

Video – https://youtu.be/c-e-VA6mT1k 
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What does the new joint measurement of Mt. Qomolangma mean for China-Nepal relations

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BEIJING, Dec. 28, 2020 — A news report by China.org.cn on the joint measurement of Mt. Everest by China and Nepal:

 

Mount Qomolangma, the world’s tallest mountain, has got a new height. Recently, China and Nepal jointly announced that the mountain’s new height, including the snowcap, is 8,848.86 meters.

This is the most accurate and authoritative measurement to date of the world’s highest point, settling longstanding discrepancies over its exact height. The news made headlines across the world, and is of huge value in terms of scientific research.

As this year marks the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Nepal, the joint announcement of the new height is of extra significance to both countries.

Located in the Himalayan mountain range, Mount Qomolangma straddles the China–Nepal border. For hundreds of years, the peak has witnessed friendly exchanges between the two countries. For example, renowned Chinese monks Faxian and Xuanzang traveled to Nepal to worship the Buddha and obtain Buddhist scriptures. Meanwhile, famed Nepalese architect Araniko supervised the construction of the White Dagoba Temple in Beijing.

In 1961, China aided the construction of the Araniko Highway, which stretches across the Himalayas, connecting Kathmandu and the border town of Zhangmu in Tibet autonomous region. The highway has been serving as an important channel for trade and personnel exchanges between China and Nepal. In 2019, the Nepal–China joint venture Himalaya Airlines started operating direct flights between Beijing and Kathmandu, marking the first direct capital-to-capital service between the two countries.

The Himalayas, originally a natural barrier between China and Nepal, have been "broken down" by generations of friendly exchanges and practical cooperation, becoming a bond of friendship.

The joint measurement of Mount Qomolangma has also strengthened the emotional connection between China and Nepal. Teams from the two countries overcame difficulties and reached consensus on key issues after repeated discussion and consultation. This process also helped enhance mutual trust as China–Nepal relations have now been upgraded to a strategic partnership of cooperation.

Currently, Nepal is working hard to promote economic development and improve the lives of its people. Fueled by the Belt and Road Initiative, China and Nepal are developing a Trans-Himalayan Multi-dimensional Connectivity Network and deepening cooperation in business, culture and other fields. Such efforts are in line with the interests of both countries. The joint measurement marks a new milestone in this growing friendship and will help broaden bilateral cooperation on such issues as climate change and environmental protection.

The imposing Mount Qomolangma is the spiritual mountain of the Chinese people. It is also Nepal’s calling card. This "Peak of Friendship" jointly safeguarded by the two countries bears testimony to China–Nepal relations marked by generations of equality and friendship. It will also witness future efforts to deepen friendly relations for common development and prosperity.

China Mosaic
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LIZHI Caps Off 2020 with Two New Awards in Recognition of its Achievements

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GUANGZHOU, China, Dec. 28, 2020 — LIZHI INC. ("LIZHI" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: LIZI), a leading online UGC audio community and interactive audio entertainment platform in China, was recently named the Most Influential App of the Year at the Global Marketing Cicada Awards ("GMCA") and won the NextWorld 2020 Top Apps & Brands Awards in China, marking another remarkable year for LIZHI.

LIZHI won the Most Influential App of the Year in recognition of its industry-leading audio entertainment ecosystem, which the Company has been developing consistently since the launch of the LIZHI App in 2013. The GMCA was held by the data analysis platform Chandashi on December 18, 2020 in Guangzhou to honor, among others, outstanding players based in PRC in the mobile apps and live streaming e-commerce space, in appreciation of the continuous efforts toward innovation that has helped propel the development of the industry.

LIZHI also won the NextWorld 2020 Top Apps & Brands Awards at the 5th NextWorld Summit and Annual Top Apps & Brands Awards Ceremony, hosted by Chinese mobile application data analysis platform Qimai Data on December 22, 2020 in Beijing. The summit, which brought together leading entrepreneurs, senior executives, media, and other guests, recognized brands and products that lead innovation and pursue excellence in the internet industry. LIZHI was acknowledged for its innovative audio ecosystem and interaction model. With a diverse and complete platform that encompasses podcasts and entertainment products, LIZHI offers podcast content across 27 major categories and 107 sub-categories, such as content related to life & relationship, parenting, language learning, music radio, and talk shows.

"LIZHI is honored to have received these two awards, which is a great recognition of our efforts and achievements, and an encouragement to us in this challenging year," said Marco Lai, the founder and CEO of LIZHI. "We believe we have made substantive progress in diversifying our business models and expanding online audio use scenarios this year. We plan to continue exploring exciting new ways to forge a dynamic and interactive audio-centric user community, which may then help us create a more diverse and vibrant audio experience in the future."

This year, LIZHI has also entered into a collaboration relationship with some of the major automobile players in China including GAC AION New Energy Automobile, GAC Motor, and Xpeng Motors as previously announced.

About LIZHI INC.

LIZHI INC. is a leading online UGC audio community and interactive audio entertainment platform in China, with a mission to enable everyone to showcase vocal talent. The Company is aiming to bring people closer together through voices.

Since the launch of its LIZHI App in 2013, LIZHI has cultivated a vibrant and growing community encouraging audio content creation and sharing. Now LIZHI is an audio wonderland offering a wide range of podcasts and audio entertainment products and features, including audio live streaming and various interactive audio social products, empowering users to enjoy an immersive and diversified entertainment experience through audio. LIZHI envisions a global audio community – a place where everyone can create, share and connect with each other through voices and across cultures.

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This press release may contain forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, and a number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as "may", "will," "expect," "anticipate," "target," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "potential," "continue," "is/are likely to" or other similar expressions. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company’s filings with the Securities Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

In China:
LIZHI INC.
IR Department
Tel: +86 (20) 3866-4265
E-mail: ir@lizhi.fm  

The Piacente Group, Inc.
Jenny Cai
Tel: +86 (10) 6508-0677
E-mail: Lizhi@tpg-ir.com  

In the United States:
The Piacente Group, Inc.
Brandi Piacente
Tel: +1-212-481-2050
E-mail: Lizhi@tpg-ir.com