WCG

Dec 06, 2013 23:45

Around China : WCG commented on news Netizens Favor Chinese Woman in New Alleged ‘Good Samaritan Scam’

Umm, I was walking through a crowd of people during the evening rush hour just three days ago and ran smack into a woman in her 50's knocking her to the ground (because I am bigger and I carry a heavy book bag). She started screaming in pain and said that I broke her hip. She complained to the police and said she ... Full Comment>>

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Dec 06, 2013 23:18

Around China : WCG commented on news Swede Falls to Death at Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Ok, sounds like he was either really drunk or he was pushed. Assuming there is some type of guard rail or other barrier on the bridge to at least keep the cars from flying over the side. Very strange indeed. Full Comment>>

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Nov 28, 2013 10:37

Articles : WCG commented on news China's Banks Compared: Which Offer the Best Accounts for Foreigners?

Let's face it, there are problems with all of the banks listed above. It seems like every time I need to do something at the bank the bank teller stares at their computer screen trying desperately to understand how to do it. They need to train their employees better. If you have a special request that deviates from ... Full Comment>>

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Nov 26, 2013 23:42

Articles : WCG commented on news What You Need to Know About Transferring Money Overseas From China

China restricts the free trade of its currency in order to offset the imbalance that other central banks cause by loose monetary policies. This is the reason for the quotas (500 USD daily limit) set on foreign currency exchange. The fact that China makes you convert your cash before sending it is actually very ... Full Comment>>

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Oct 27, 2013 23:06

Around China : WCG commented on news Guangxi Bride Enters Wrong Bed, “Accidently” Has Sex With Best Man

All I gotta say is, WTF! I've been to 100 weddings but never received such hospitality. Full Comment>>

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Sep 13, 2013 08:35

Articles : WCG commented on news Married but Alone? Survey Probes Couples’ Attitudes Towards Sexual Desires

I don't know what is more disturbing about this bogus survey. Is it the fact that more women find a safe sex partner rather than masturbate? Or, is it the fact that almost 1/3 of women surveyed would prefer their husband/boyfriend find a safe sex partner rather than masturbate. I think the answers coming from men are... Full Comment>>

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Aug 29, 2013 10:23

Around China : WCG commented on news Foreign Couple Arrested in Shanghai for Selling Personal Information

It's very interesting that this is illegal. Especially since I know that my mobile phone number has been sold. Full Comment>>

WCG

Aug 26, 2013 08:57

Around China : WCG commented on news 1 Dead in Chengdu Shootout: 2 Suspects Apprehended

What? This report doesn't make sense. A man jumped from the 10th floor and managed to escape? There's no way unless he jumped into the deep end of a swimming pool or something. Full Comment>>

WCG

Aug 02, 2013 22:18

(Shanghai) In Pulse : WCG commented on news 19 Foreigners Arrested in Shanghai for Shoplifting

Jay, that's just ridiculous! You need to look at Halliburton's financial statements. Then, if you can get Youtube, I recommend you watch an 8 part segment on exponential growth vs. limited resources called, "The most important video you'll ever see" by a statistician at the University of Colorado named Al Bartlett. ... Full Comment>>

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Aug 02, 2013 21:42

Articles : WCG commented on news Can China Really Eclipse the US as the World’s Top Superpower?

Innovation is extremely important. Chuckberry did make a good point about modeling your business after an already existing successful business, such as Japan. In the US we have the phrase, "Fake it till you make it." However, it still requires innovation at some point in the future, some kind of competitive ... Full Comment>>

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Jul 09, 2013 08:11

Blogs : WCG commented on Coffaholic 's blog Homesickness in China: The things that suck me into a dark hole

In my home town, the sky is actually blue for more than 300 days a year. Where the hell is the blue sky in China. I'm sick of the brown cloud. Full Comment>>

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Jul 06, 2013 01:17

(Shanghai) In Pulse : WCG commented on news 19 Foreigners Arrested in Shanghai for Shoplifting

Jay, Jay, Jay. Sheesh! You guys obviously know nothing about the business world and how it collides with politics. Jay, you summed it up pretty nicely when you said "Halliburton is one of the very few major oil field services that can even take on contracts in Iraq." For Christ's sake, do I really need to explain ... Full Comment>>

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Jul 03, 2013 08:46

Blogs : WCG commented on juanisaac 's blog Lao Wai in Reverse

Well one things for sure, because China has such a large population, if you don't know where the Asian person is from, China is statistically a safe bet. Full Comment>>

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Jul 01, 2013 08:05

(Shanghai) In Pulse : WCG commented on news 19 Foreigners Arrested in Shanghai for Shoplifting

Ha ha! You blind fool. What do you call over 7 billion in no-bid government contracts granted to Halliburton? Yeah, that's right, they rebuilt Iraq on the taxpayers dime. Just so happens to be a fact! Dick Cheney sat as the CEO just before taking office in 2000. Look it up. You're partially right. It may not all be ... Full Comment>>

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Jul 01, 2013 07:50

(Shanghai) In Pulse : WCG commented on news 19 Foreigners Arrested in Shanghai for Shoplifting

@kikr, I'm sorry but what on earth is wrong with coming to China as a result of the economic crisis? I came here initially as a result of being laid-off from my government job back in 2008 because voters didn't approve of the budget. I've decided to stay because I started a family, but I could go back now that the ... Full Comment>>

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Jun 11, 2013 22:25

Articles : WCG commented on news The Price of Marriage in China: Infographic Shows Astounding Data

My goodness, they show a lot of shit! Fucking fuming. I am taking my daughter out of this sick place. I cannot say it any more bluntly. Fuck you china, fuck you! We are going home! Full Comment>>

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Jun 08, 2013 06:40

Articles : WCG commented on news Finding a Job in China: Recent Struggles of Some Expats

Exactly right! Add in what the article said about company appearance and that's exactly what it's like to work for a Chinese company. Full Comment>>

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Jun 08, 2013 06:19

Around China : WCG commented on news Unhappy Changzhou Man Jumps in River, Nobody Cares, Jumps Again

Ha Ha Ha! Typical spoiled, lazy, dependent product of China. I hope his parents realize that his actions are a direct result of being "babied" throughout his youth and in school. It's China's epidemic. The only difference between his daily routine now and when he is employed, is a paycheck. I'm sure that all those ... Full Comment>>

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May 24, 2013 07:02

Around China : WCG commented on news Blasphemous Buddha? Sexy Statue in Lijiang Draws Criticism

So, if the male represents "law" and the female represents "intelligence," then who's screwing who? Is this a symbol for laws are irrational? Full Comment>>

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May 23, 2013 06:09

Articles : WCG commented on news A Pass to Simplicity – Credit Cards in China

Here are a few that I have found: Wellsfargo: “Foreign currency conversion fee = 3%...” Available from: (WellsfargoDOTcom /credit_cards/rewards/terms) Citibank : “Foreign Purchase Transaction fee = 3%...” Available from: (accountonlineDOTcom/ACQ/DisplayTerms?sc=4XKIWL827000ZZZZZZW&app=UNSOL&siteId=CB&langId=EN&BU... Full Comment>>

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May 21, 2013 05:21

Articles : WCG commented on news A Pass to Simplicity – Credit Cards in China

I think we're saying the same thing, we're just looking at it in two different ways. I agree with you that Visa/MC has its own exchange rate, but then it goes to the issuing bank. The issuing bank then tacks on ANOTHER rate on top of the Visa/MC rate, which chisels away at the final conversion rate. Hence the crappy ... Full Comment>>

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May 19, 2013 10:24

Articles : WCG commented on news A Pass to Simplicity – Credit Cards in China

The above breakdown is convoluted. Here is a simplified version using the rates above. Let's say you purchase a tea set in China for 500 RMB. You use your foreign credit card. If China (BOC) does the conversion (6.15 to 1) but charges you a 7% DCC fee, then you would be charged 86.99 USD total for the tea set. If ... Full Comment>>

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May 19, 2013 07:48

Articles : WCG commented on news A Pass to Simplicity – Credit Cards in China

Ha! 2-7% is minimal, it's peanuts compared to having a US bank exchange it! I just exchanged money using ABC bank the day before yesterday. ABC bank gave me their buying rate of 6.2 RMB to 1 USD. And that is what is regulated my friend. Do you know what Wells Fargo's rate is? 5.6 RMB to 1 USD. That's why I said you ... Full Comment>>

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May 18, 2013 12:14

Around China : WCG commented on news Children of Wealthy Chinese Increasingly Choosing High Schools in New York City

I feel pity towards the Chinese who feel the need to outsource their education system instead of actually improving what is here. Full Comment>>

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May 17, 2013 22:03

Articles : WCG commented on news A Pass to Simplicity – Credit Cards in China

Bozo, it's because China tries to control the currency. Long story, but this affects your FOREX credit cards. And "Thomas" below is an idiot. Don't listen to his uneducated ass. Full Comment>>