He Never Intended To Become A Political Dissident, But Then He Started Beating Up Tai Chi Masters

On a recent Thursday evening in August, a 40-year-old MMA gym owner in Beijing named Xu Xiaodong activated his VPN, hopped over the Chinese government’s internet firewall, and began his first-ever live YouTube broadcast. He wanted to talk about the ongoing protests in Hong Kong, in which hundreds of thousands of citizens have demonstrated against …

Xu has credit score slashed as punishment for defaming tai chi grandmaster

As part of his punishment, Xu has also had his credit score reduced, meaning he can no longer buy and rent property. Last week Beijing-based MMA coach and amateur fighter Xu Xiaodong made headlines for his involvement in another MMA vs. traditional martial arts fight. That ‘contest’, which took place in Karamay, Xinjiang, saw Xu …

Reiki Retreat in Mexico

The Reiki retreat is open to home or professional Reiki practitioners from all lineages. Come refresh yourself and deepen your practice in six heavenly days, seven stunning sunsets, with all homemade meals and ample downtime at an eco boutique hotel in Mexico! WHY A RETREAT? Are world events making you anxious? Or maybe you have a health concern, or you’re …