A smattering of linkages

It seems like it's been a while since I've posted any randomness on our site, so here's some things of eclectic interest.

• Photos of China organized around three themes: Survival, Relationships and Desires.
• Disputes in academia over improving foreign language and area studies.
• Be a "Banker to the Poor": Loan $25 to someone in the developing world to start or improve their business.