Good article of the week: The last generation of female miners

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Officially entering the midsummer, walking and going out every day is almost burnt. It is said that the heat of heat stroke can also hurt the brain’s operation, which seems a bit scary! Dear readers, please remember to use sunscreen and hydration when you go out ❤️


【Taiwan】The Last Coal Miner

Taiwan began to set up coal mines in the Qing Dynasty. After Japanese rule and martial law, it was depressed in the 1980s due to mining disasters and other energy competition. The mining industry also came to an end in 2000. For more than a century, the “life-for-chart” story is not only a story of male workers, but also many female miners and family members who have supported half of society. This article records the life of my grandmother (grandmother) in detail. The full text published on the Matters platform exceeds 40,000 words. You can also refer to the 4,000-word essence version published by the reporter to witness the history of hardworking women through time. .

There are not many female #miners , but they must serve all the male miners and administrative staff in the #mine . They are often assigned different jobs at will, sometimes as assistants in the pit, sometimes as coal preparation outside the pit, or they may be assigned by the office administrative staff at any time. They are called to cook rice, boil water, transport coal, and do chores. They are the mothers of the entire mine. They have endless work every day. They seem to be handymen and second-hand workers who do everything.
https%3A%2F%2Fbucketeer-e05bbc84-baa3-43 The last generation of female miners – Zhang Gui’s life story – reported by The Reporter In the black gold era of life-for-coal, they are the mothers of the entire mine. Without the logistical support of women, the mine would not be sustainable. The life history of my 95-year-old grandmother complements the missing female chapter in Taiwan’s mining history. twreporter.org

[China] 40 billion yuan disappeared

Last week, Zuozuo shared the Henan Red Code incident , focusing on how the epidemic prevention health code has become a fence for monitoring citizens. But this case is not just an ordinary rights protection case. Many village banks were unable to withdraw funds, the amount was more than 40 billion yuan, and more than 400,000 depositors were so anxious that neither online nor physical channels could enter. The case has already caused some runs, and confidence in state-owned enterprises and online finance has been seriously shaken.

Many village banks in Henan reported that they could not withdraw money, but the victim depositors were given a “red health code” and could not get in. ( )

【Hong Kong】25th Anniversary of the Return of the People’s Republic of China

On July 1 this year, the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to the motherland, Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a special visit to Hong Kong, re-emphasizing the importance of one country, two systems, and said that “Hong Kong cannot be chaotic.” Indeed, a consistent red and blue can be seen in the report screen, replacing the black and white of past demonstrations. What has Hong Kong done to prepare for this day? Close the distance, what kind of Hong Kong story is brewing in the neat streets?

25th Anniversary of Hong Kong’s Handover (AP)

【Herstory】Women Freemasonry

When you think of the ancient secret society of “Freemasonry”, you may think of a group of European gentlemen in neat suits who are threading needles and manipulating the situation, but they are less likely to think of women. This article by The Guardian breaks a little outside imagination. Freemasonry for women has a history of more than 100 years in Europe. Members share their unique clothing, order and membership rules, like a small friendly group of adults wearing cosplay costumes. However, it seems that the true organizational purpose of Freemasonry has not been revealed yet, and keeping it mysterious is more likely to keep people curious!

【Birth of an Idea】The Walkman That Changed the World

On July 2, 1979, Sony Walkman launched the first batch of cassette players, which quickly swept the music market. Although today’s tapes are not as valuable as vinyl records, the Walkman paired with headphones opens up an unprecedented intimate listening experience. People can live in their favorite little bubbles and can no longer only share with another group of people. Radio music. Audio cassettes are quickly becoming obsolete, but the concept of “music take it with you” created by them is an integral part of our lives that continue to live on through MP3s, smartphones and streaming platforms. Have you ever used a Walkman? Welcome to leave a message or reply and share!

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[Community discussion] Can XXX be black?

Disney classics are adapted one after another, but every time the details of the casting are revealed, it will cause a war. The most controversial issue is the skin color issue. Why does the audience care about the actor’s skin color? How should we view the impact of diverse casting on film and television works? Go and invite Zhu Jiaan to share his views on “political correctness”, and also select the views of a few readers to share, go to IG to see what others have to say!

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【My Body, My Relationship】Sex is about Power.

When people are anxious, sad, and have nothing to do, making love is often an outlet, but what should I do when I can’t make love? A photographer in Shanghai shared the isolation life in the city. In addition to grabbing vegetables and making nucleic acids, it is understandable to think about “sex”. But this thought is like an extension of the explosion of the small universe, the separation of sex and love, sex and politics, sex and gods, and then sex and power. The seemingly rambling personal miscellaneous feelings, but disassembled and reorganized the most modern society with special humor. important subject. If you have nothing to do, I highly recommend watching it, maybe everyone can find something that resonates.

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【Good Works Collection Box】

When asked about a person’s favorite food flavor, the answer is often the mother’s. As a must-have for Asians to release love and energy, food can build memories far beyond the taste bud experience. The author of “Supermarket Without Mom” ​​uses Korean cuisine as a score to write a story about accompanying her mother to the end of her life. The identity of the American-Korean mixed race also highlights the unique fetters of the Asian-style mother-daughter relationship. Chinese readers must also be able to deeply understand the author’s reconstruction. The power of life.

“Supermarket Without Mom” ​​(20 copies published)

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