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Thirty years ago, the idea that China could challenge the United States seemed unfathomable. Yet today, China is considered another great power in the international system. How did China manage to build power from a weaker resource position and in an international system dominated by the U.S.? What factors determined the strategies Beijing pursued? Using elite interviews, granular data, and authoritative Chinese sources, Oriana Skylar Mastro demonstrates that China was able to achieve great power status through a careful mix of strategic emulation, exploitation, and entrepreneurship on the international stage. This “upstart approach”— determined by where and how China chose to compete—allowed China to rise economically, politically, and militarily without triggering a catastrophic international backlash. Beyond explaining the unique nature of China’s rise, this talk provides policy guidance on how the U.S. can maintain a competitive edge in a new era of competition.

This May 4, come celebrate the opening of "Leave of Absence", Kimpton Alma San Diego’s newest pool-deck dining venue and experience the Kimpton-Off-the-Record concert series with a live performance by indie-pop quartet, The Aces. Spearheaded by the acclaimed Los Angeles-based chef-restaurateur Jason Neroni, Leave of Absence is located on the pool deck of the hotel and features a menu of craveable finger-foods straight out of their stone, wood-fired oven. In addition to being a lively, poolside restaurant and hangout, Leave of Absence will also serve as a venue for live musical performances, DJ sets, workout classes and more. Join us for this inaugural concert and enjoy a night of great food, drinks, live music and the San Diego skyline! Stay Connected on Social Media! Kimpton Alma: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter The Aces: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Over a decade after their classic run upended digital culture, the rapper and mixtape mogul reunite to show listeners why it mattered — and what a younger generation of trap artists has learned.

A wave of illnesses is bringing scrutiny to a murky marketplace of mushroom gummies and candy. But is a popular red-capped fungus really to blame? Testing shows there's more going on.

Israel's military issued new evacuation orders in Gaza's southernmost city of Rafah, forcing even more Palestinians to relocate on Saturday ahead of a likely expanded ground operation there.

The Brick Hotel is a ten-room boutique hotel in Downtown Oceanside, offering an ultra-private space to allow you a safe, positive journey towards self-improvement. Women with pure and positive intentions are invited to attend either a 1- or 2-day retreat from Sunday, February 19 to Tuesday, February 21! Accommodations for those attending the two-day retreat will include two nights at The Brick Hotel, easy access to Cococabana Rooftop where the private retreat is held, daily workshops and activities, and a retreat gift bag. Guests attending only the one-day retreat will enjoy Monday’s activities, workshops, and tasty vegan meals. A full day of growth and clarity will include yoga and meditation, sound healing, breathwork, manifestation, downtime to reflect and journal, workshops on connecting to your higher self, and dance movement therapy. Whether you're just starting on your wellness journey or a seasoned spiritual junkie, Beauty from Within and The Brick Hotel invites you to ignite your beauty and self-love from within! Join them on Presidents’ weekend and gain the tools you need to grow and glow this year!

Firefighters aided by aircraft battled a wind-driven wildfire burning in an area straddling the San Francisco Bay Area and central California, authorities said.

Rhesus macaques on Cayo Santiago are known for being intolerant, hierarchical and aggressive. After 2017's Hurricane Maria destroyed their home, the monkeys' society underwent surprising changes.

The new restaurant runs on star power from the streaming giant's unscripted programs. Dining there feels surreal, as striking writers and actors have brought the movie and TV industry to a standstill.

Between 3 a.m. feedings and hormonal changes, it can be hard for couples to get in the mood after baby arrives. But that doesn't mean you can't show love and desire in other creative, playful ways.