By BrendaL-21, 11 January 2010

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It's been a long time since I've become so completely enraptured by something that I find myself combing the internet for hours on end - drinking up every last bit of information about my new obsession. But lo and behold, that time has arrived, and I find myself utterly addicted.

My name is Brenda, and I'm a Billy-aholic.

by !BAHA, 15 December 2009

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Time to Eat the Dog: The Real Guide to Sustainable Living a book by two sustainability professors presenting the results of their research as a logical argument that weighs and compares the "carbon footprint" of owning a pet like a cat, and different breeds of dog, to using equipment like cars and household appliances.

By Nomadic Chris, 10 November 2009

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“Miley + Youth Service America = Get UR Good ON!”

Do you want to share your volunteering ideas or experiences with the world?

by Joce-17, 2 October 2009

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Dog loving has been taken to the next level by the launch of wahfugu.com

As all my previous blogs have focused on music, this month, I’m here to introduce a recently launched website concerning a special pet.

1 October 2009, by Nomadic Chris

We've said it before. Every cause has its own day of celebration, so WHY NOT our furry friends in the animal kingdom?

Why shouldn't animals have a special day where the spotlight falls solely on them?
THEY DO! Every October 4th is World Animal Day!

From big cuddly pandas to your pet hamster, October 4th is the day that animals receive mankind’s special care and attention. Such is modern day life; the welfare of animals and their needs have mostly been overlooked.

Animals are:

- Exploited in the food industry

by !Baha, 10 September 2009

Rat loves Cat !

by !Baha, 1 September 2009

Why it's easy to be passionate and emotional when it comes to choosing a dog, cat, fish, or other type of pet, and it's easy to imagine the comfort and pleasure of playing with these wonderful living creatures. So, it's also easy that we forget how they are entirely dependent on us - as their owners - to take care of all their needs whether daily ones like food and exercise, care and attention or special needs, like when they are ill, or when we need to travel and leave them behind.

by Joce-17, 19 August 2009

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Fans of punk rock, heavy rock, acoustic rock or just something alternative should experience all of that mixed into one bag of goods called Jrock.

by !Baha, 4 August 2009

We often hear people say, "I'm a dog person" -or- "I'm a cat person", as if there are only two types of animals in the world for us to raise as pets. But it's more than that, a dog person usually dislikes cats, finds them too independent, finicky, unaffectionate; and mostly it's the same the other way around, people who like cats find dogs too dependent, expressive, hyper.

by Joce-17, 16 July 2009

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For all of those who have ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of music, from my one-week work experience at a Music Studio in Hong Kong, I’m here, blogging this month, to tell all.

by !Baha, 29 June 2009

Much maligned, superstar and King of Pop - Michael Jackson - died all too soon, before he had a chance to remind everyone of his tremendous talent, as a musical artist, a choreographer, and the most unique performer of all time ...

by Joce-17, 18 June 2009

With the fact that summer is fast approaching brings along thoughts on one of the most exciting Summer Music festivals – Summer Sonic, Tokyo.

While eagerly anticipating Summer Sonic 2009’s performances and surprises, I am compelled to reminiscence on Summer Sonic 2008’s delights.

By Nomadic Chris, 8 June 2009

“I’d think, "Why me? Why does everybody pick on me? What have I done?"

That confirmed my fears. It was because of who I was.”
– Paul Potts

TEEN DANCE GROUP DIVERSITY WIN BRITAIN’S GOT TALENT!

By Nomadic Chris, 2 June 2009

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Izhh-JDigX4&feature=PlayList&p=f4sfIAyOgw...

A teenage dance group named ‘Diversity’ from Essex and East London, England, with ten members ranging in age from 12 to 25 years, has won the phenomenally popular ‘Britain’s got talent’ show. Internet sensation Susan Boyle finished runner up. An amazing 19.2 million people watched the final! Making it the most watched non sporting event in the history of the UK!

By Nomadic Chris, 20 April 2009

The internet and word of mouth has changed the way talent is discovered. Do you think you have what it takes to make it big? No more excuses!

You may just be one YouTube clip away from super stardom!

Are you an unknown talent just waiting to be discovered? Waiting endlessly for your lucky break?

Can classical music blend with the internet?!

The answer to all these questions is a resounding, "Yes!"

!Baha, 16 April 2009

Who said "LIFE isn't FAIR?"

Well, maybe it's not, but if you haven't heard about Susan Boyle, you should. She appeared on British TV on April 11th, less than a week ago.

by !Baha, 8 April 2009

A parrot named "Einstein"
- does this count as "intelligence"? WHY, or WHY NOT?

by BrendaL-18, 29 January 2009

I’m not the biggest fan of fish. I find them irrationally terrifying.

Terrifyingly insane, that is.

by Nomadic Chris, 16 January 2009

Music is powerful. Music can speak to your soul and be the soundtrack of your life. Music can also unite people from different cultures and races like no other!

Love Music? Love multiculturalism?

by Mags, 25 December 2008

There's been so much loss this year: lives lost in China's earthquake in Sichuan, in Southeast Asia with typhoon Nagis, in India with acts of terrorism, and then, there were huge fortunes lost beginning with the subprime mortgage crisis, and then the collapse of banks, and now with the scandalous and spectacular cave-in of "the house that Bernard Madoff built", draining with it the funds of hundreds of important charities and philanthropic groups.

by PortiaC, 24 December 2008

"Here in HK, many families have helpers, mostly from Philippines, some from Thailand and Indonesia. In our household it's no different, we've had a helper since 12 years ago when Pepsi started to go under treatment for lymphoma. Since both my husband and I had to go to work, we decided that hiring a live in helper would be best for our three dogs, especially for Pepsi who needed constant attention in case of complications during chemotherapy.

by PortiaC, 4 December 2008

It's been more than a month since Leo has gotten his wheelchair. Perhaps due to his old age, it is not easy for him to adjust to using it. Fortunately, his front legs are still strong and he's now able to walk for a longer time.

by PortiaC, 20 October 2008

With the help of our friend in the United States, we've finally found a wheelchair that is affordable and suitable for our other dog, Leo.

We ordered it online and it only took about a week to be custom-made and shipped to Hong Kong. It arrived just a few days ago and we've helped Leo try it out a few times a day, a few minutes each time, so he can adjust to the idea of using a doggie wheelchair.

by !Baha, 15 October 2008

2nd Annual National ME-to-WE Day

"The Free-the-Children team is proud to present a celebration of youth and volunteerism at our 2nd annual National Me-to-We Day on October 17th , 2008. The largest one-day event of its kind, National Me-to-We Day celebrates the power of young people to change the lives of others. this unique event will bring some of Canada's top social issues speakers and entertainers to the stage, in front of a roaring audience of more than 7,500 young people, ready to change the world." [Excerpted from flyer]

by Portia, 23 September 2008

After his seizure last month, Bunny, amazingly is walking again. We've taken him to the vet several times during this period to run some tests to determine if the seizure was caused by anything else apart from the suspicion of brain tumour. All the tests came back negative which is good news.

by Portia, 19 August 2008

"Bunny, our 15 year old collie had a seizure few days ago. It happened so suddenly without any symptoms. I was home alone at the time and I did not know what to do but to hold him and at the same time call the vet clinic.

The seizure went on for about 3 minutes and Bunny finally relaxed. I then picked him up and rushed him to the clinic. To be honest, I didn't know where I got the strength to pick up a 50 lbs dog and carried him all the way until I could find a taxi! My arms are still hurting.

by JP-16, 12 August 2008

Bird’s Eye View

For a long time, the scientific community believed that birds were not intelligent and could only use words by copying their owners.

by PortiaC, 16 July 2008

I often wonder what animals can remember or whether they choose to remember certain things.

Although a lot of people say that dogs have the intelligence equivalent to a 3-year-old child, and they can only remember things for a very short time, I believe that like humans, they do have a long memory of oft-repeated incidents or circumstances; therefore, repetitive performance of a certain acts, therefore, they learn to be obedient and know when it's time for them to be fed or go for a walk. They also remember being abused or being loved.

By SachinS-15, 14 July 2008

Every year, the government hires countless professionals to answer the same question: “Should animal experimentation be banned?’’ And every year, the answer is the same: no.

A recent poll, held on a professional doctor’s website, www.doctorndtv.com, showed that 42 percent of the voters thought that animal testing should be banned and the other 58 percent decided that animal testing should NOT be banned.

Why?

Because animal testing is not just a luxury, it is a necessity.

by Daisy-17, 3 July 2008

After Li Yundi and Lang Lang, yet another rising star has been discovered.

Si Jing Ye has won this year’s Gina Bachauer International Young Artist Piano Competition in Salt Lake City. Si Jing Ye was born in southern China and now resides in New York.