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1. China's dearest car sizes up UK.

Author

Ingram, Richard

Subjects
AUTOMOBILE size, HYDRAULIC control systems
Abstract

The article discusses the Yangwang U8 SUV, which is the most expensive mass-produced Chinese car ever built. Priced at £120,000, it features a range-extender powertrain with four electric motors and a petrol engine acting as a generator. Despite its impressive on-paper performance, the U8 feels slower than expected due to its heavy weight. The SUV also has a tank-turn function and a luxurious cabin. However, the article suggests that the UK market may not be ready for a car of this size and weight. [Extracted from the article]

Published
2024

2. Integrating Lifelong Learning Perspectives.

Author

United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, Hamburg (Germany). Inst. for Education. and Medel-Anonuevo, Carolyn

Abstract

This publication is comprised of 43 papers on the topic of promoting lifelong learning. The papers in Part 1, Overcoming False Dichotomies, are "Lifelong Learning in the North, Education for All in the South" (Torres); "Practice of Lifelong Learning in Indigenous Africa" (Omolewa); "Gender and Information Societies" (Youngs); and "Lifelong Learning for a Modern Learning Society" (Somtrakool). Part 2, Scanning Developments in the Regions, consists of these papers: "Challenges of Lifelong Learning in Africa" (Tapsoba); "Promoting Community-Based Learning Centers in Asia-Pacific" (Oyasu); "European Union (EU) Memorandum on Lifelong Learning" (Smith); "Hungarian Response to the EU Memorandum on Lifelong Learning" (Istvan); "Regional Framework for Action for Adult and Youth Education in Latin America and the Caribbean (2001-10)" (Jauregui de Gainza); and "Lifelong Learning" (Essefi). Part 3, Promoting Democratization, contains these papers: "Learning in a Global Society" (Alexander); "Citizenship and Democracy in Socrates' and Grundtvig's Europe" (Ronai); "Education for Non-Discrimination" (Millan); "Lifelong Learning and Work in Developing Countries" (Pieck); "Globalization, Lifelong Learning, and Response of the Universities" (Peng); and "Combining the World of Work with the World of Education" (Romijn). The papers in Part 5, Making Lifelong Learning Work for Women, are "Gender Equality in Basic Education" (Messina); "Women as Lifelong Learners" (Benaicha); and "Lifelong Learning for Elimination of Violence Against Women" (Kuninobu). The papers in Part 6, Learning Across Generations, are "Achieving Youth Empowerment Through Peer Education" (Wissa); and "Role of Intergenerational Programs in Promoting Lifelong Learning for All Ages" (Ohsako). The papers in Part 7, Learning Across Cultures, are "Cultural Contexts of Learning: East Meets West" (Yang); "Building Community Through Study Circles" (Oliver); "Culturally-Based Adult Education" (Smith); and "Perspective of Lifelong Learning in South Asia" (Bordia). In Part 8, Laying Foundations and Sustaining Achievements Through Literacy and Nonformal Education, are "Literacy Linked Women Development Programs" (Usha); "Lifelong Learning Policy and Practices in the Laos People's Democratic Republic" (Mithong Souvanvixay); "Distance Learning and Adult Education" (Wilson, White); "Role of Partnerships in the Promotion of Lifelong Learning" (Lin); and "Toward the Eradication of Illiteracy Among Youth and Adults in China" (Guodong). Part 9, Creating Environments Conducive to Lifelong Learning, has these papers: "Learning Cities/Region in the Framework of Lifelong Learning" (Doukas); "Adult Education and Lifelong Learning in Sweden" (Salin); "Promoting Lifelong Learning in Beijing for a Learning Society" (Shuping); and "Reorienting Teachers as Lifelong Learners" (Tiedao). (YLB)

Published
2002

3. INTERNATIONAL OUTLOOK.

Subjects
INTERNATIONAL relations
Abstract

The article focuses on the outlook for U.S. foreign policy. U.S. position for a Pacific Union is explained in relation to priority given to Europe. Decisions subsequent to the release of the China White Paper are presented together with suggestions from Great Britain for order in Southeast Asia. Plans of the International Monetary Fund to restore drawing rights to Marshall Plan countries are examined as well as the signs of solid prosperity in France. The effect of the Commonwealth agreement on trade between India and Great Britain are also evaluated.

Published
1949

4. A Comparison of Educational System of UK and China

Author

Lei, Li

Abstract

What does "education" mean? According to the dictionary, "to educate" means "to bring up and train the mind and way of thinking." Education is an important thing which can brighten people's minds and expand their knowledge. To some degree, the educational systems of two big countries in the world, the United Kingdom (UK) and China, are very complicated. They both have advantages and disadvantages in each phase of education. This document provides a brief comparison of the educational systems in the UK and China relating to the following levels of education: (1) Primary Education; (2) Secondary Education; and (3) Higher Education. It provides suggestions for how the educational systems in each country could be improved, concluding that education is one of the most basic, yet most important elements in a society, thus countries need to try to improve their educational systems to the extent possible. [Abstract modified to meet ERIC guidelines.]

Published
2004

5. Funding Problems of Technical Education in Developing Countries.

Author

Bordia, Surek

Abstract

During the past decade, funding mechanisms for universities and technical education institutions and colleges have undergone massive restructuring in developed and developing countries alike. Governmental support has generally decreased, resulting in greater reliance on fee-based education or creation of privately sponsored engineering/technical colleges or universities. The following are some of the trends that will likely result from changes in the funding of technical education: (1) export of education will become an important component of the economies of advanced, rich countries such as Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Canada; (2) privatization, commercialization, and marketing of education, especially business, commerce, and information technology will increasingly play a dominant role in developing countries; (3) quality management in developing countries will also move away from government monitoring to professional monitoring, as is now the case in developed countries; (4) the quality of education in developing countries will eventually be determined by market forces; (5) educational funding from individual family budgets will become increasingly difficult in developing countries as privatization results in increased fees; and (6) education will move from being a totally governmental activity to a more commerce- and industry-based activity and will eventually become a service industry. (MN)

Published
2000

6. Including the Excluded: One School for All.

Author

United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, Paris (France). and United Nations Educational Science, and Cultural Organization, Paris (France). Div. of Educational Policy and Planning.

Abstract

This issue of "EFA 2000" focuses on the theme of inclusive education, i.e., including children with disabilities in general education classrooms. The cover story discusses a 1995 UNESCO survey of 63 countries that showed that integration of children with disabilities in regular schools is a declared policy in almost every country. Reasons for this movement toward inclusion are discussed, including the demand of parents of children with disabilities for equal rights for their children. Components for successful inclusion are identified, including: (1) the development of appropriate and flexible curricula to allow teachers to give additional time and instructional support to children with special needs; (2) adequate training for teachers in ordinary schools to be able to deal with diversified groups of pupils, including children with disabilities and learning difficulties; (3) new organizational arrangements to encourage special schools to work more closely with mainstream schools and individual teachers; and (4) information and support to parents of children with disabilities. Subsequent articles include a position statement by David Blunkett, Secretary of State for education and employment in the United Kingdom, an interview with Federico Mayor, director-general of UNESCO, about the state of basic education, and a description of China's ambitious national plan on inclusive education. (CR)

Published
1998

7. Business Abroad.

Subjects
INTERNATIONAL trade, COMMERCIAL treaties
Abstract

This section offers news briefs on business and politics in countries other than the U.S. as of March 1938. The Japanese government announced that China is establishing an autonomous state in Central China with Nanking as capital. The signing of a new trade pact between Great Britain and Italy signals the possibility of a more significant agreement between the two countries. Great Britain bought Soviet goods worth 113 million U.S. dollars and sold goods worth 40 million U.S. dollars to Russia in 1937.

Published
1938

8. Crackdown on China Trade?

Subjects
FREE trade, EXPORTS, EMBARGO
Abstract

The article discusses the concerns of the U.S. in relation to free world trade with Red China as of May 1953. U.S. Senator Joseph R. McCarthy charged the British with the transportation of Communist troops along the China coast, increase in Western exports to Communist China, and 162 free-world ships engaged in trade with China. The British contend that trade has been on nonstrategic items and that a trade embargo would endanger Hong Kong. Many Americans insist that any trade strengthens their economy.

Published
1953

9. PARTNERS IN SCIENCE AND INNOVATION.

Author

Ding Ying

Subjects
*INTERNATIONAL cooperation, *INTERNATIONAL relations, *TECHNOLOGICAL innovations, *COAL-fired power plants
Abstract

The article reports that Chinese and British scientists have established joint cooperative mechanism on science and innovation. British and Chinese scientists have jointly published research papers in the fields of physical sciences, medicine, engineering, materials and mathematics. One example of their collaborative study was on the feasibility of building a near zero emissions coal-burning power plant. Another example is the joint research program called Innovation China-UK (ICUK).

Published
2008

10. British Empire Grooms Australia, Expands NATO, for War with China.

Author

Peut, Gabrielle and Barwick, Robert

Subjects
DICTATORSHIP
Abstract

The article offers information on Great Britain's strategy to expand North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) through inclusion of Asian countries into NATO to target China. It mentions that at Australia-U.K. Ministerial Dialogue (AUKMIN) meeting in Australia, British Defense Secretary Philip Hammond and Foreign Secretary William Hague announced a scheme for global military dictatorship and permanent warfare. It informs that China is emphasizing on economic development to maintain peace.

Published
2013

11. IN BRIEF.

Subjects
*EARTH temperature, *RECYCLING & the environment, *CONTRACTING out, *DAIRY cattle feeding & feeds, WORLD news briefs
Abstract

The article presents news briefs concerning global climate change and other environmental concerns as of November 2008. The global temperature of 2008 is reportedly the coolest in the 21st century and 10th warmest since 1850. The efficiency of outsourcing paper recycling from Great Britain to China is discussed. Diet policy changes in the dairy industry of Great Britain are also cited towards reducing methane emissions.

Published
2008

12. Do the British Wish They Hadn't?

Author

Gilbert, Rodney

Subjects
INTERNATIONAL relations, VISITS of state
Abstract

Comments on the interest which the British are taking in Free China's political institutions, economy and military potential. Visit of an officer of British Friends of Free China Association to China; Response of the Chinese government to the arrival of British group headed by retired diplomat Alwyne Ogden; Significance of the interest in Free China.

Published
1957

13. British Business Watches China's Ten-Year Plan.

Subjects
INDUSTRIALIZATION, BUSINESS enterprises
Abstract

The article reports on the growing interest by British business in the bright industrial prospects in China after the Chinese Ministry of Industries unveiled a 10-year industrial development plan.

Published
1932

14. International outlook.

Subjects
BUSINESS, ELECTIONS, EXTORTION
Abstract

This section offers international news briefs on the business sector. In Great Britain, Prime Minister Harold Wilson is anticipated to hold the spring election in the hope to increase Labor's majority in the House of Commons. President Fidel Castro of Cuba has supported Russia in its dispute with Red China by accusing the Chinese of blackmail, treason and economic aggression. Western Europe has change its diplomatic style to agree to disagree approach as manifested in the Luxembourg accord that ended the deadlock of the Common Market.

Published
1966

15. Expansion for UK-USA War Plans.

Subjects
WAR, BALLISTIC missile defenses, ELECTRONIC surveillance
Abstract

The article offers information on the war plans by Great Britain and the U.S. against China and Russia. It states that Australia has joined hands with the U.S. forces to deliver strong interoperability strategies in war plans. It further states that signal intelligence (SIGINT) and training facilities for use in the U.S. global Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) program have been started recently by these countries for preparing military officials for war.

Published
2012

16. 7 DAYS.

Subjects
WORLD news briefs, DETECTOR dogs, SCIENTIFIC discoveries, SKATEBOARDING
Abstract

The article offers world news briefs. In Great Britain, Labrador retrievers will be used to find counterfeit movies. In Tanzania, scientists have identified a new monkey genus. A University of California, Irvine study found that ionic air purifiers can raise ozone levels. In Colorado, a school has included skateboarding in its fitness program. The Chinese Academy of Science will build an underwater museum. The deaths of Pietro Garinei, A. M. Rosenthal, and Floyd Patterson are noted.

Published
2006