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• Playboy Brand the Most Popular in Mainland China Authoritative Economics Magazine Reports
• A Stolen Buddha Head Finds Its Way Back Home
• U.S. high-tech trade missions head for China
• From 7-Eleven to Marks & Spencer, Hong Kong Welcomes the Yuan
• Chinese handset makers on a roll

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Valid until 31 Mar, 2003
Travel during this period:8Jan03-31Mar03
Shanghai to San Francisco, Los Angeles and Seattle. Monday to Thursday, CNY5730*, Friday & Sunday CNY6170* and Saturday for 6420*.
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2 free stopovers* allowed! There's limited seating.
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We'll put the smile back on your face this winter
From 1 December 2002 to 15 February 2003, you can save up to 50% on our standard rates at Hilton hotels in China and more than 23 participating Hilton hotels throughout Asia Pacific, including our new property in Shenzhen (opening January 2003)*. Ask for Holidays@Hilton (Plan Code HW) when making your reservation.Up to 50% off at Hilton hotels throughout China: Beijing USD111 | Chongqing USD55 | Dalian USD68 | Nanjing USD55 | Shanghai USD119 | Shenzhen USD95
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Grand Hyatt Shanghai
Give that special someone a "Grand Experience" this holiday season! Enjoy spectacular city views from a spacious and ultra-luxurious guestroom, not to mention afternoon tea for 2, 50% off massage service, and free entrance to PU-J's including one drink. RMB 1288+15% from December 20 - 28, 2002, and January 31 - February 9, 2003. TEL: (021) 5047 1234 x 8377 Website:www.shanghai.grand.hyatt.com or Tel: (021) 5047 1234 x8377

Radisson Plaza Xing Guo Hotel Shanghai
Spring Festival Package, 31 Jan - 9 Feb 2003
Standard Room City/Garden View: RMB688 net incl. buffet breakfast. Room + Buffet Breakfast Dinner: RMB888 net. Single or double. All guests enjoy 15% discount on food and beverages at Cafe Li, Li Palace and The Lounge & complimentary use of basic Health Club facilities. Applicable to mainland Chinese with valid ID Card and expats with valid green book. Reservations: 021 62111235 or email to reservation@radisson-xingguo.com; Hotel Operator: 021 62129998; Address: 78 Xing Guo Road, Shanghai

SEASON'S SPECIAL FROM SHANGHAI JC MANDARIN
Deluxe Room: RMB688+ for single occupancy; RMB788+ for double occupancy
Add USD20 for Super Deluxe Room
Prices include:
Daily buffet breakfast
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Stay 3 consecutive nights, get 1 night free
Valid: 24 Dec 02- 5 Jan 03, J24 Jan 03 - 11 Feb 03
Tel: (86-21) 62791888 Fax: (86-21) 62791314
E-mail: resvn.sjm@meritus-hotels.com
Package only applicable for Chinese citizens (incl Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan) and green-card holders residing in China

Hong Bao Bonus at Traders Hotel, Beijing
Take advantage of the Hong Bao Bonus deal from January 30 to February 8, 2003 at Traders Hotel, Beijing starting from RMB 398 (plus 15% service charge). In addition to an ultra-comfortable room, all guests will receive a surprise gift upon arrival! You may even win yourself a free stay! For enquiries and reservations, please call (86 10) 6505 2277 ext 31 or e-mail: thb@shangri-la.com

State Guest Hotels Presidential Plaza Beijing
Collect your passport at any outlet and start gaining bonus point. Each completed passport entitles you to RMB1500 in complimentary vouchers. For detail information, please call (8610)68005589

A Warm 'Maozi' To 'Cap Off' Our Winter Package From December 16,2002 - February 28,2003, the St.Regis Beijing is delighted to offer a unique package this winter. All winter Package guests will get Deluxe Room for just USD198+ enjoying the following benefits, plus a special welcome gift of "Maozi", a traditional Chinese winter hat to keep you warm while exploring Beijing. For all list of all benefits please visit (link to opt-in) Reservation Hotline: (86 10) 6460 6688 ext.2321 -3 Fax: (86 10) 6532 1191 Email us to Beijing.stregis@stregis.com

The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing Offers Winter Room Promotion
For this winter the guests can enjoy special room rates USD80 for Superior Room & USD100 for Deluxe Room at The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel Beijing. The validity of the promotion is until 28 February 2003. American Breakfast at additional USD15 per person per night. All rates are including of 15% service Charge and City Tax subject to availability. Reservation Code: WINTER. Tel: 8610 6590 5566

When business travel brings you to Beijing, enjoy the amenities available at the CTS PLAZA BEIJING. RMB550 net for Stardard room/night encluding one American breakfast from Dec 1,2002 -Feb 28,2003. High speed Internet FREE access via broadband.
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Shanghai Dart League
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The Rotary Club of Shanghai (Provisional) meets every Tuesday evening from 18:30 to 20:30 at the Regal International East Asia Hotel, 516 Hengshan Lu, Shanghai. If you are a visiting Rotarian or are interested in finding out more about the object of Rotary, please contact Randal Eastman, Club Secretary at +86 (21) 5404-5487 or by email at randal@cfnl.net

Shanghai's international Catholic community(Good Shepherd Parish) will have a new home after May 25: St. Peter's Church 270 Chongqing Nan Lu (in Xujiahui district)
Mass times: Saturdays at 5:00 pm; Sundays at 10:30 am

China Taiping Hash House Harriers
(Runs once a month outside of Shanghai)
www.taipinghash.com

Malaysian Association of People's Republic of China (MAPROC) in Shanghai welcomes all Malaysians to join our frequent functions. Contact Maureen Lai at 13801648058

Nanjing Volleyball we are seeking players who are interested in joining together to play on a weekly basis. For more details, Email: annabel_TXY@hotmail.com

New Year's Exhibition
Artist He Lin, Wang Yishi and Lu Qing show their works to celebrate New Year.
Eastlink 62769932, Jan 2-24

Cao Yilin solo exhibition
With the theme of "Leisurely and Carefree", artist Cao Yilin displays her oil paintings about eastern culture.
Avant-garde Gallery 62904725, Jan 4-24

Oil Paintings by Liu Shuya
Oil paintings of artist Liu Shuya describe provocative issues in a realistic style.
Art 4 u 63218834, Jan 1-20

Shanghai Biennale 2002
This year's theme is Urban Creation. Chinese and international artists express their perceptions of modern cities in paintings, installations, and photographs.
Shanghai Art Museum 63274030, Jan 1-20

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Shanghai Broadcasting Symphony Orchestra
Classic pieces of Beethoven will be presented
Shanghai Grand Theatre 63728701, 7:15PM Jan 17

Malaysian Pop Gala
Pop stars and dancers will celebrate the New Year with a performance in Malaysian style
Shanghai Grand Stage 64385200, 19:15 Jan 19

Drama: www.com
Drama in English performed by Chinese including the MC from OTV. It tells a modern love story in the Information Age
Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre 64734567, 7:15PM Jan 9-19

Musa
Epic
Directed by Kim Sungsu, famous star Zhang Ziyi performs this epic film about the Ming dynasty.
UME, Xintiandi 63733333, Jan 10-23

Constellation
Many people come back for the favorite drink mixed by Owner Jin
Tel: 54047719

One Bar
Owned by Hong Kong artist Simon Ma, with self-designed furniture and piano performance.
Tel: 63201616

Swing Music cafe
Known for its local pop and rock band Cun Zai (Existing).
Tel: 64463252

Y's Bar
Japanese hotel bar suitable for medium-sized private party
Tel: 68758888-3777

Monday, Jan 13, 2003
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Young Generation @ Penthouse
New band Young Generation from Romania entertains with wonderful saxophone performance.
Penthouse Bar 62487777-1880, 9PM

DJ Patrick @Le Club
Passionate funk and house tech presented by DJ Patrick
Le Club, 63260855, 6:30PM-2AM

Tuesday , Jan 14, 2003
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Band Earthquake @ Paulaner Brauhaus
New band at Paulaner Brauhaus, "Earthquake" features music ranging from traditional to ethnic and top 40's to Broadway.
Paulaner Brauhaus Fen Yang Lu Branch 64745700, 10PM-2AM

DJs Collection Night
Play you own music collection for others
Buddha Bar 64152688, 9PM-2AM

Wednesday , Jan 15, 2003
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Montrose Wine Party
3 glasses of imported wines and finger foods at RMB 100, with lucky draw prizes.
Red 63298979, 7PM-9PM Jan 15

Ladies Night
Free entry for ladies
Real Love, 64746831

Thursday , Jan 16, 2003
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Beer Night
Buy 4 get 2 free.
Maya 64152281, 8PM-2AM

Nostalgic Night
DJ Paul entertains with sounds of 70s and 80s.
Mei 64150710, 6PM-2AM

Friday , Jan 17, 2003
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R&B Music Party
DJ Apt presents his latest collection of R&B music from New York especially for you
Mei 64150710, 10PM

Jazz Nouveau
Joint performance given by Jazz artists and Resident DJs.
La Belle 62479666, 10:30PM

Student Night
Amber 64665224, 5:30PM Jan 17

Saturday , Jan 18, 2003
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Bruce Zhou and Friends
Well-known for writing songs about ordinary people and their lives, Bruce Zhou and Friends will present a concert with the theme of My Bitter but Sweet Life.
Hard Rock Pub 65112380, 8.30PM-10.30PM every Sat in Jan

Dizzy
DJ Dizzy from San Francisco presents his famous spinning of funky and tribal house.
La Belle 64150710, 10:30PM

Sunday , Jan 19, 2003
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Underground Rock Concert
Local electronic and/or underground rock bands from Shanghai or Beijing invited to perform every Sunday.
Planet Music Pub 64720023, 8:30PM

Chinese men's basketball league matches
Shanghai Sharks vs Jilin
Lu Wan Stadium 64675358

New Year's Jazz Concert
Famous jazz singers and Chinese first middle-school jazz band will present a New Year concert.
Yihai Theatre 62560606

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