Explainer | How TCM’s ‘miracle pill’ is used to treat strokes, but experts urge caution

This series is based on our reporting on TCM: its history, treatments and growing acceptance around the world. This is the seventh instalment. In the world of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), few remedies carry the legendary status – or the hefty price tag – of Angong Niuhuang Wan, often referred to as the “miracle pill”. … Read more

Indonesian girl pursues dream of TCM in China-Xinhua

LANZHOU, Jan. 17 (Xinhua) — At the clinic of the Affiliated Hospital of Gansu University of Chinese Medicine, Sevira Putri Purnama Lumarso, a 22-year-old Indonesian, carefully locates acupuncture points and inserts needles for a patient. The Gen Z student from Semarang, Indonesia, came to China in 2023 to pursue a bachelor’s degree in traditional Chinese … Read more

Steven Spielberg Says He Fought to Stop E.T. Sequel From Being Made

Steven Spielberg says that his efforts to prevent a sequel to E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial influenced his decision to secure “freeze” rights on his future projects.  The Oscar-winning director recalled stopping a follow-up to his beloved 1982 film, saying he has “no intention” of ever making a sequel, while discussing the movie with star Drew Barrymore … Read more