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Working conditions at universities “Human and anti-science ”

Status: 06/24/2021 5:03 a.m.

Chain contracts, extra work and a lack of prospects: under the hashtag #IchBinHanna, scientists mobilize against difficult working conditions. At their pressure, the Bundestag is also dealing with the subject today. tagesschau.de: With #IchBinHanna, working conditions in science make it into parliament. How did the hashtag come about? Sebastian Kubon: Until recently, the Federal Ministry of Education and Research had a video on its website in which an animated figure named Hanna explains the legal basis of employment, the Science Contract Act. This is a special right of fixed-term employment that regulates that scientists in Germany can be employed for a maximum of six years before and six years after completing their doctorate. Thereafter, the time limit must be extended. But that doesn’t happen due to a lack of jobs, so most of them are thrown out of the system by then at the latest – with all their qualifications and knowledge that are then lost to science. And in addition to this immense loss for Germany as a research location, there is always a personal fate. If there is such an explanatory video to explain this absurd situation, then in my opinion it is anti-human and anti-science. Therefore, Dr. Amrei Bahr, Dr. Kristin Eichhorn and I give the scientists a face – with the hashtag #IchbBinHanna.

To person Dr. Sebastian Kubon is a research associate at the History Department at the University of Hamburg, currently on parental leave. He is mainly concerned with public history and food history. At the moment, criticism of the German science system is at the center of his commitment. To do this, he and Dr. Amrei Bahr and Dr. Kristin Eichhorn created the hashtag #IchBinHanna.

tagesschau.de: What are your main points of criticism and what are your specific suggestions? Kubon: I hardly know where to start. The short-term contracts are particularly bad. Instead of doing research in peace, you have to keep writing new applications and proposals. We need realistic contract terms, i.e. as long as you actually need for a doctorate, for example. And those who then have a doctorate should be employed on a permanent basis – or at least receive a clear and transparent perspective. In addition, there is a lot of unpaid overtime at universities. Many colleagues only have half jobs – and still work as much as if they had full jobs to keep the business running. We need reliable and sufficient basic funding. This does not always mean more third-party funding, i.e. project-related funds that have to be applied for and raised at great expense.

“Then you shouldn’t get any professors out of time”

tagesschau.de: The Ministry of Education justified the temporary positions by stating that research always needed new impulses. Kubon: This argument that only constant fluctuation creates innovation has been around for decades without ever being scientifically verified. According to this logic, professors should not be deferred. I think that is more of an exaggerated argument. Because it is – at least in the short term – easier and cheaper for young scientists to work unpaid overtime. But this literally burns them up, which is expensive in the long term and not sustainable at all. Don’t get me wrong, it’s not about pity. But this system means that important research projects are put to rest, teaching suffers in terms of content and students keep losing contact. Many highly talented people, when asked if they could see themselves in science, wave their thanks. tagesschau.de: Another argument from the Ministry of Education is that if all posts were to be expelled, a single generation would “clog” the system … Kubon: But nobody is asking that all positions be permanent – as far as I know, not even the union. It is about transparent criteria and a concrete perspective: in other words, expiry under the and the circumstances. Surely it cannot be that every new generation has to struggle again and again with precarious working conditions and cannot conduct research properly.

“No wonder that many seek their happiness elsewhere”

tagesschau.de: Is that actually a purely German problem, is it better to deal with young scientists abroad? Kubon: “Offspring” is a terrible term. Some people in their mid-40s are not newcomers, but highly qualified experts who have long had highly paid management positions elsewhere. No wonder that many seek their happiness elsewhere. Foreign universities have already tried to poach German scientists as part of #IchBinHanna. But to come back to the question: Overall, science is a precarious system worldwide. But I cannot judge that in detail. But it would perhaps also be more the job of the ministry to set up a commission to deal with working conditions elsewhere in order to see what one can learn from there. But that would presuppose that deficits are recognized at all in their own country.

Mobilize via Twitter – in response to pressure from academics, the Bundestag is currently dealing with working conditions in research and teaching (archive). Image: picture alliance / Geisler-Fotop

tagesschau.de: Now there is a current hour in the Bundestag today. What do you expect from it? Kubon: I hope that this will bring science back on the political agenda. If it is to provide urgently needed orientation, then we can no longer work under such conditions. But I have the impression that many politicians simply do not know anything about it. Therefore we say: stop – it cannot go on like this. And maybe a few parties will see it as an opportunity to position themselves on questions of science policy.

Workers’ rights, as for everyone else

tagesschau.de: It is the last week of the session, then there will be general elections in September, so there will be no quick solutions. How do you intend to carry the topic forward? Kubon: The Science Contract Act is currently being evaluated. However, the corresponding forms are designed in such a way that I cannot imagine that valid data will come out of them. Nevertheless: The law is on the agenda for the next legislative period. Therefore, the deficits must now be described as precisely as possible in order to propose possible solutions. This is done in the traditional way, i.e. via local programs, party work or unions. But thanks to social media, initiatives can also arise quickly and spontaneously – the success of #IchBinHanna has shown us that. You made the Ministry of Research have to deal with our criticism. And on this point we will not let up: Scientists must have the same employee rights as everyone else. The interview was conducted by Stefan Keilmann, tagesschau.de

Following the heyday of Britney Spears, Paris Hilton or Lindsay Lohan, low-rise pants continue to “sweep” the current fashion world when supported by many celebrities. However, not everyone is convinced by this trend. Low-rise pants were very popular in the 2000s. Photo: Pinterest. Singer Dua Lipa, supermodel Bella Hadid or Suki Waterhouse openly support this type of pants when constantly sharing photos of matching outfits with low-rise pants on their personal pages. Combined with a crop top is the style most used by stars because they can show off their advantages in appearance. Last year, some famous fashion houses such as Gucci and Chanel also brought low-rise pants back to the catwalk. Besides, currently, the number of videos posted online about dressing advice or expressing support for this style of pants is increasing through the hashtag # LowRiseJeans . Many fashion houses do not hesitate to bring low-rise pants back to the runway. Photo: The Cut, Crfashionbook. However, not all young people want low-rise pants to become a trend in the summer of 2021. Many people harshly assert that they do not like this fashion right from the moment it appears and it only suits a few super skinny. “We need to unite and prevent low-rise pants from coming back”, account @ myamack write. According to the Independent , it is not without reason that low-rise pants are considered the worst fashion trend. One of the common consequences of this type of pants is that it is easy for the wearer to fall into a situation of indiscretion when sitting or crouching. Due to the low waistband, low-rise pants can easily cause the wearer to fall into an awkward situation. Photo: Buzzfeed. Although wearing underwear is no longer a strange thing today, even becoming a trend, it is still difficult to accept for the elderly or those who follow traditional ideas. Because to them, a decent person would not wear such pants. In addition, due to the purpose of showing off the belly, low-rise pants are only suitable for people with a tall and thin figure. That makes people with imperfect bodies feel stigmatized and discriminated against. More deeply, some opinions also assert that this invisible trend can lead to eating disorders, making people obsessed about body measurements …

Accordingly, the image shared by Elon Musk shows a couple having problems in love. (Photo: Reuters) The girl said that the love affair between the two would end if the boy continued to post the lyrics of the group Linkin Park. And the guy replied, “So in the end it didn’t even matter?” – are the lyrics to the band’s famous “In The End”. With the hashtag #Bitcoin and a broken heart, along with a photo of an angry couple and the song “In the End,” it seems like Elon Musk is hinting that his love of Bitcoin is over. (Screenshots) Bitcoin immediately dropped 2.8%, to $37,800. Prior to that, Bitcoin was on a rebound from multi-month lows, to climb to nearly $40,000. The cryptocurrency market was also affected and dropped heavily after Bitcoin unexpectedly plunged. Before that, Elon Musk has repeatedly made Bitcoin and other digital currencies go up and down like a “roller coaster” with his tweets. (Image: POOL/AFP via Getty Images) Most notably, last month, he took a 180-degree turn when he decided to stop allowing customers to buy Tesla cars with Bitcoin, citing concerns that Bitcoin mining would harm the environment. “Tesla has stopped accepting car purchases with Bitcoin. We are concerned about the rapidly increasing use of fossil fuels for Bitcoin mining and trading, especially coal. Cryptocurrency is a good idea on many levels and we believe it has a promising future, but that cannot come at a cost to the environment. (Photo: AFP) Tesla will not sell any Bitcoin and we plan to use it for transactions as soon as we transition mining to more sustainable energy,” Elon Musk said in an announcement posted on Twitter on the 13th. /5. Even so, Bitcoin supporters still argue that this drop will be a stepping stone for the currency to continue setting new records in the near future.

According to the SCMP , the hashtag #guasha was used 379 million times and saw a spike in searches last month. Why is gua sha so popular? Sandra Lanshin Chiu, a licensed acupuncturist, believes the pandemic is contributing to increased interest in gua sha. This is considered a health and skin care technique that has its roots in traditional Chinese medicine. The gua sha beauty method is popular again during the epidemic season. Photo: Shutterstock. “During the time of isolation, video calls and online meetings create a need for facial care as well as skin health. This method is gaining popularity because some people try it and are impressed with the results it brings. again,” she said. Many people now show off their photos on their personal pages and say their cheekbones, jawline, and neck have improved rapidly. Meanwhile, others struggle with this method. They think they may have used it the wrong way, resulting in no effect. What is Guasha? “Although gua sha has become popular in Western countries recently, it has been practiced for thousands of years in China. Gua sha was originally practiced on the body, first used for treatment. some kind of illness, from pain to fever,” said Angela Chau Gray, co-founder of the Yina skincare line. Stone beauty treatments are based on traditional Chinese medicine methods. Photo: Twist Me Pretty. “Gua” means shaved, “sha” refers to raised red marks. Then new facials developed. However, it is more gentle on the body and does not cause redness. Everyone can do it for themselves. The effect of gua sha If done correctly, experts say this method can help stimulate and improve the circulation of blood, fluids, and energy from within the skin. “Improved circulation produces changes such as less puffiness, smoother skin, smoother contours, less sagging. One of my favorite uses for gua sha is to release tension. Accumulation of tension and pain in the face, neck and shoulders,” Dr. Chiu explained. Gua sha needs to be done properly to be effective for the skin. Photo: Coveteur. It also works to relieve headaches, seasonal allergies, and sinus congestion. When you do gua sha regularly, you continuously bring circulation to the skin, feeling bright, feeling more alive. From there, the skin will have positive changes. Tips for beginners to do gua sha: Use an alcohol-free toner, followed by a facial oil suitable for your skin type. Hold the glider gently, without pulling too hard. – Ensure slow, gentle strokes and light to medium pressure. If you do it too hard, your face will have red marks. – Use horizontal and upward movements on the face. Use downward motion in certain areas like the rim and back of the neck. This helps to drain the lymph nodes. – Avoid freezing the instrument before use. Because this restricts traffic.

Mr. Wang holds an 11% stake in China’s largest food delivery group. Meituan’s share price has fallen since last month when the State Administration of Market Regulations of China (SAMR) announced it was opening an investigation into Meituan for anticompetitive practices. Meituan stock price received a new shock on May 10 when CEO Wang posted on social media a poem Tang about the phenomenon of book burning in the Qin Dynasty. Many people think this is Mr. Wang’s way of criticizing the Chinese government for its campaign to tighten control of Internet corporations. Meituan’s stock price plummeted because CEO Wang Xing posted the ancient poem online. Photo: Xinhua. Billionaire Wang deleted the post shortly after, explaining that he used the poem to criticize Meituan’s competitors. However, it was all too late. The hashtag #MeituanSharePriceSlump (Meituan stock price plummeted) attracted 32 million followers on the social networking platform Weibo. At the same time, the Shanghai Consumer Council also heavily criticized Meituan for inappropriate business practices. Recently, the Chinese technology industry has been struggling because of the repressive measures of the Beijing government. The Hang Seng Technology Index is down about 30% from February. “The Chinese tech industry is going through a lot of ups and downs. Technology regulations are constantly being applied, leading to regulatory risks, making it difficult to forecast industry growth,” said Jackson Wong, head of asset management at Amber Hill Capital.

The Resonance Consultancy report has scored 100 cities around the world with populations over one million residents. The 25 groups of ranking factors studied include weather, safety, number of parks, museums, attractions and culinary experiences, diversity, headquarters of major global companies, Instagram hashtags and Facebook followers… Photo: Shutterstock. As a result of the report, London (UK) took the top spot as the best city in the world thanks to its culture, vibrant nightlife, innovative restaurant industry in 2020, and cool, breathable air, created by a city of trees and a green, open landscape”. Photo: Flickr. London is a global city and has the largest city GDP in Europe. Image: Wikipedia. London’s influence on politics, finance, education, entertainment, media, fashion, art and culture has given London its global city status. It is a major tourist destination for domestic and international tourists. Image: Wikipedia. According to Business Insider, more than 300 languages ​​are spoken in London. Photo: Reuters. The London Underground, opened in 1863, is the oldest underground network in the world. Image: Wikipedia. “> Waterloo Underground Station is the busiest public transit station, handling more than 100 million passengers a year. Image: Wikipedia. The population of London is more than that of the country of Israel, and is predicted to increase to 10 million people by 2031. Photo: BI. Queen Elizabeth II lives in Buckingham Palace. According to Urbanest, when she was at this palace, you could see the royal flag fluttering on the flagpole. Photo: OT. “> London has more than 170 museums, including the British Museum – a large-scale work that attracts London’s most famous tourists. Image: Wikipedia. London was the first school in England to allow girls to study. In 1878, the University of London became the first university in England to allow women to study and grant them degrees.”> The University of London was the first university in the UK to allow women to study. In 1878, the University of London became the first university in England to allow women to study and award degrees.

Tinder members can search for new connections as far as Miami, Munich, or Marseilles. Or find out the situation in your country while waiting for the vaccine passport. And no matter what you’re looking for, the Passport feature takes you to countless amazing places and opportunities to meet interesting people, all in one screen. your phone at home. After the Passport feature opened for free last April, more than 25% of Tinder members used the feature, and recorded their travels with the hashtag “tinderpassport on TikTok, which attracted 72 million visitors. (and the number is still growing.) There were 1.4 billion matches made up by the Free Passport feature, which broke the record for the highest number of matches in a day with 55 million hits. on April 24. “For the first time, we recorded a large number of Passport users because people were eager to find connections at that time,” said Udi Milo, Vice President of Product Management. Tinder shares. “We expect this year, the member community will receive Passports as warmly as they did last year, but with a very different dynamic – endless possibilities. We are all looking to move to a new chapter, but most still have to stay at home for a while longer Tinder’s free passports will allow users to dream of a new life, travel, meet friends and work on other plans. ” With the Passport feature being free until April 30, the question is: Where should we start? If you are looking for a bit of inspiration to choose your first destination, Tinder will recommend some of the most visited countries: Top 10 most famous cities in the world: 1. Los Angeles, California, USA 2. New York City, New York State, United States 3. London, UK 4. Paris, France 5. Miami, Florida, USA 6. Tokyo, Japan 7. Seoul, Korea 8. Stockholm, Sweden 9. Amsterdam, Netherlands 10. Moscow, Russia To access Tinder’s Passport feature, go to Settings, select your current location, and pin more locations.

In front of the camera, a girl held an iced latte in her hand, trying to pose nonchalantly. Another girl was annoyed at her boyfriend because she had not taken a satisfactory photo. Not at the professional studio, this is the scene that takes place at the newly opened Patina cafe in January in Bangkok’s old town, according to Nikkei Asia. Searching by hashtag on Instagram, hundreds of images of young Thai people in stylish outfits can be seen, leaning over antique furniture or posing “virtual life” under crystal chandeliers. According to the author, although the quality of the drink is quite poor, the Patina Café still attracts photographers and young people who love to rush in on weekends. Photo: Chris Schalkx. Similar scenes take place at many of the most upscale cafes across Thailand. At the cafe a block away from Patina, everyone waited anxiously for their turn to pose at the fun graffiti at the entrance. The photos are then edited and posted on social media. The “cafehopping” trend in Thailand is like a sport. Every weekend, thousands of young Thai people with photographic equipment flock to Bangkok’s cafes to check-in in a variety of styles. Some go to six cafes a day, creating a series of check-in moments as if there was an underground race to see who was the first to discover the new “virtual living” location. The leaders of this race become “cafe influencer” and can receive a large amount of money for advertising posts on Instagram. The image is often found in cafes throughout Bangkok. Photo: Chris Schalkx Nowadays, cafes in Thailand are as much as street food. There are new shops open on the street almost every week. Small breweries and coffee testers sprouted like mushrooms. Home-grown coffee is also gaining popularity again, with specialty kiosks and home delivery services from small-scale farms in Thailand’s northern mountainous regions. However, what attracts customers is mainly the eye-catching in the layout, not the quality of the coffee. Many shops advertise beautiful photo corners or “zodiac” hours to have satisfactory photos posted online. Some places also arrange photo booths to attract customers. Many people can go to many cafes during the day to have beautiful photos posted online. Photo: @mimitober. Based on the crowd’s reaction, this advertising tactic seems to be quite effective. Eric Chan, co-owner of the famous Sarnies coffee shop in Bangkok, said: “I think it’s great that influencers in the ‘cafehopping’ world make cafes more popular”. However, some shop owners sighed when asked about their feelings before this trend. Natruja Threekhunwatana, manager of The Somchai in Thonglor, one of Bangkok’s trendiest neighborhoods, said: “When we opened it, everyone came in eagerly. They carry both suitcases of clothes and change in the toilet. It’s hard to manage. We don’t even have tables available for new guests. After that, we decided to ban taking photos for a while. Steven Lim, who co-owns the Luka cafe in the Sathorn district, often sees the same scene. “Even shopping websites secretly take photos at my shop. They brought both the truck and the model, ”he recalls. It is undeniable that Thailand’s coffee culture is developing very quickly. But for many young people here, having a “virtual live” wallpaper posted on social networks is still more important than enjoying and appreciating the taste of the drink.

Pentagon Motor Group (PMG), part of Motus Group of UK has analyzed more than 7 million hashtags on Instagram to find out the beautiful roads that are most “checked-in” by tourists in the world. Specifically, PMG has listed the most famous routes in the world with their locations and lengths. Next, the survey team used the hashtag data on Instagram to find out how many “check-in” photos each place had, dividing the number by the distance length and the average mile (1.6 km ) how many such photos Accordingly, topping the list is the 252-kilometer Great Ocean Road in Australia with 5261 photos / km, followed by the US Big Sur with 145km with 3,266 photos / km, Jebel Hafeet in the UAE ranked 3rd with the length of 11, 2km with 3025 photos / km, Vietnam’s Hai Van Pass is 4th with a length of 20km and has 2,686 photos / km In addition to the above achievements, Hai Van Pass has also been in the “top” of the 10 most beautiful coastal roads in the world voted by the Guardian newspaper in 2015. So what is special that makes this road get a lot of recognition and love. of such tourists at home and abroad? It is known that Hai Van pass also has another name: Ai Van pass (because there is a gate on the top of the old pass) or May pass (because the top of the pass is often covered with clouds), 500 m high above sea level, long 20 km, lying on a mountain branch stretching to the sea, crossing Bach Ma mountain range (part of Truong Son mountain range), is the natural geographical boundary of Thua Thien Hue province and Da Nang city. Before the Hai Van tunnel was built, due to the complicated topography, relatively high slope, the continuous winding road with many “death” bends, often landslides in the rainy season … so Hai Van Pass was Considered as the most dangerous pass in Vietnam, it is the worry of many drivers and passengers passing through this area. However, Hai Van pass is the most poetic, majestic and magnificent pass in Vietnam with a vast blue sea on the other side, and the other leaning against the same mountain, creating a picture of a charming mountain. Beautiful but challenging, Hai Van pass quickly attracts many travelers to explore and conquer Coming to Hai Van pass, visitors can not only satisfy the feeling of conquest but also visit many other interesting points. The first is Hai Van Quan (also known as Hai Van gate, located on the top of Hai Van pass). The gate was built in the Tran dynasty, restored in 1926 under the reign of Emperor Minh Mang (Nguyen Dynasty). The building is made of red brick, about 6m high, below there is a large arch, above is a separate floor with windows to observe. The front door facing the Thua Thien district “Hai Van Quan”, and the door facing to Quang Nam is titled “The first majestic Thien”. This is a historic architectural work, because it has witnessed many tours of feudal kings. Not only that, Hai Van Quan is also a strategic military position. Currently, Van Quan gate is an attractive tourist destination. When standing on Hai Van Quan, you will admire the panoramic view with breathtaking passes, hills covered with green carpet, sky and sea are one … Here, you can shoot for My best pictures about Hai Van After exploring Hai Van Quan, visitors can go down to the foot of the pass to admire Lang Co Bay This is one of the most beautiful bays in Vietnam with peaceful and poetic beauty, mountains stretching to the sea and unspoiled white sand. Here, visitors can enjoy the beautiful scenery, enjoy specialties in Lang Co Bay or experience fun activities and resorts at the resorts here. In addition, the railway at Hai Van Bac station (a point of the North – South railway line, connecting Lang Co station in Hue with Hai Van station of Da Nang) is also a destination “attracts” visitors in the pass area. customs vein Along this track, you will gradually get lost in a secret world, away from the noise of the city. The two sides of the track are rows of green and beautiful trees like movies In addition, at the foot of the majestic Hai Van pass, there is a beautiful sky gate, which is the Don Ca arch bridge, located in the border between Da Nang and Hue Unique design with solid pillars and classic arches, the corner of Don Ca arch bridge attracts many visitors to “check-in”. In particular, at the foot of the Don Ca arch bridge, there is a cool stream flowing through. Visitors coming here both have unique pictures by the stream, the backdrop is the archway, and experience the fresh nature and a little sense of adventure. With only these highlights, Hai Van Pass deserves to be a once-in-a-lifetime destination for every traveler.

BTS fans oppose the group’s enlistment Specifically, a small number of fans said that it would be better if BTS enlisted separately and this is also an opportunity for the remaining members to focus on solo promotions. During many years of operation, fans of the group have complained many times that the members do not have the opportunity to be “separated” like other groups, especially with the group having a strong name as of now. However, the solo following many people will cause the group’s fan community to be divided, the famous members will overwhelm the rest. Some fans want BTS members to do solo activities Before the wave above, BTS fans used hashtags #SoloStansOUT on Twitter to imply that the boy group will be the best when working with a seven-member lineup, solo activities will be decided based on group activities. In addition, this hashtag also prevented fans from supporting only one member instead of BTS, causing the group’s name to be seriously affected. BTS’s enlistment plan will be announced in 2021.

Insider Instagram representatives apologized when the system suggested these keywords to people recovering from eating disorders. Cristina Criddle, a spokesperson for the app, told BBC indicates that the above error is now fixed. Having struggled with an eating disorder, Victoria Spence said that the keyword Instagram suggested could hurt newcomers. “To help people discover what they’re interested in, we’ve rolled out a new way to search on Instagram by suggesting keywords as they move to the search bar. Those suggestions, as well as ourselves. search results, limited to common interests, “a Facebook spokesperson – which owns Instagram – said in a statement to Insider . “Losing weight” should not be one of the keywords to suggest, this person added. “We’ve taken steps to prevent these terms from appearing. We apologize for causing any confusion.” Instagram says it doesn’t allow content that encourages eating disorders to appear and deletes posts as soon as it detects them. Users are allowed to talk about recovery from the disorder, but the hashtags associated with it begin with #thinspo , #proana and #anabuddy blocked. The social network also said that posts promoting super speed weight loss products were also banned. According to Dr. Bryony Bamford, Clinical Director at The London Center for Eating Disorders and Body Image, the damage happened when a user saw a keyword on Instagram. “Many people with eating disorders or recovery may be affected by useless messages they see on social media. Diet or weight loss keywords can trigger awareness of the disorder. “After recovery is a time when they are extremely vulnerable, exposure to the above factors has the risk of causing the disease again,” she said. How Instagram recommends search keywords to users. Victoria Spence, an influencer once suffering from an eating disorder, regularly shares articles about her recovery. Spence says she doesn’t believe Instagram promoting diet content is an algorithmic mistake. “Instagram is a platform to advertise, and the diet food industry is a multibillion-pound giant. The problem with content promotion revolves around ‘appetite suppression’ and ‘planning.’ Weight loss ‘on a platform with a large number of young users shows that they are normalizing diets and celebrating weight loss methods’. Spence argues that Instagram needs to improve the algorithm for diet posts to be pushed down. “The question is whether they really care about users or value profit more as businesses,” she said.

Chinese officials can not stand the “monstrous, deformed” architecture.

This announcement caused widespread online discussion of some of China’s most notorious cities with works described as “monstrous”, “deformed”.

“The construction of super-tall buildings over 500 meters high should be strictly restricted and the construction of ‘ugly’ buildings is strictly forbidden,” the announcement dated April 8 said.

With the rapid rate of urbanization in China, skyscrapers, landmarks and tourist attractions have sprung up across the country over the past three decades. Although the announcement did not give a clear definition of what constitutes an “ugly” building, the “no ugly building” hashtag went viral on the Weibo microblogging platform, attracting more than 170 million visitors. view as of Thursday afternoon.

On Chinese social networks, users have shared photos of the bewildering architecture at home. In the comment section under a post on related media, thousands of Weibo users criticized China’s ugliest buildings, many of whom nominated the Tam Ha Thien Tu Hotel in northern Henan province. North. The 10-storey hotel, famously designed with the image of three giant Chinese gods standing side by side, is said to hold the Guinness World Record as the largest “iconic building”.

Another blacklisted structure is the Flying Kiss, a major sightseeing destination in southwestern China. Tourists can pay to go up the “crow’s nest” arranged high above, in the hands of a pair of giant rotating statues placed on a cliff, when two “crow’s nests” meet at the nearest point, du Guests on two crows nests can “kiss”.

Flying kiss in Chongqing.

A teapot-shaped structure in the mountains near Tuan Nghia, Guizhou Province

Tam Ha Thien Tu Hotel in Lang Phuong, Hebei Province

Crab Culture Museum in Kunshan, Jiangsu Province.

Wine cultural landscape in Ha Tri, Choang ethnic autonomous region of Guangxi.

Guangzhou To Na Opera House in Guangdong Province.

One Weibo user wrote: “I realized that aesthetic evaluation is too subjective to have a clear definition of ugly buildings, but these structures are too ridiculous. We don’t even need a benchmark for people to see what’s too ugly. ”

Since 2010, China’s architectural website Archcy.com has held a contest “Top 10 Ugly Ugly Buildings”, with a poll and second round evaluation conducted by experts. The “winning structures” include crab-shaped public venues, teapots and bottles of wine, as well as the Thien Tu Hotel and the Flying Kiss.

“Architecture is an abstract art, but some buildings use this enormous size to simulate animals and people, which is discouraged because of the professionalism and aesthetics,” Dong Di, says associate professor of architecture at Dong Jin University in Shanghai.

The rationale behind such designs, he says, can be complex. Sometimes, developers are looking for what’s most eye-catching; in other cases, they simply have poor taste.

“Architectural designs are usually formed by a very large group,” said Dong. “The final shape can change depending on who drives the project – the designer, the owner of the property, or the government.”

Many cities in China have had their own nicknames for the extreme looks of some quirky buildings. Shanghai’s tallest buildings such as the Shanghai World Financial Center, the Shanghai Tower and the Jin Mao Tower – are collectively known as the “three-course kitchen set” because they resemble an egg beater, one open the bottle cap and a syringe.

The headquarters of China Central Television Station in Beijing (CCTV) is nicknamed da kucha, or “big underwear” because of its angular arch.