And six minutes later...

DAYLGHT AGAIN...magic stuff

The eclipse that could have been spectacular...

July 22nd 2009
The best eclipse of the 21st century and the initial reason I came to China was completely blocked by thunderstorms and smog this morning. The eclipse occurred where I estimated it would, in perfect proximity to Shanghai's mindblowingly awesome skyline. I can't believe it. It's been bright and sunny every day since we arrived until this morning. I don't think I can convey how thick the clouds ... read more

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For centuries China stood as a leading civilization, outpacing the rest of the world in the arts and sciences, but in the 19th and early 20th centuries, the country was beset by civil unrest, major famines, military defeats, and foreign occupation. A... ... read more

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Steve Tobin

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This is the diary of my transcontinental adventures across Afro-Eurasia. I've just turned 22 and my name's Steve although most of my friends call me Bugs. The first leg of my journey is taking me to China where I'll be witnessing the solar eclipse of 22-Jul-'09. After a few weeks in China and short visits to Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, I will be relocating to awesome Bangkok for about 5 months where I'm undertaking a semester exchange to study journalism and advanced reporting in Asian politics. During this time, I plan to take every opportunity to explore Thailand and visit neighbouring natio... full info

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