Alina Wang
A native of New York, Alina has a Bachelors degree in Corporate Communications from Baruch College and writes about human rights, politics, tech, and society.
China Tastes the Bitter Fruits of Its Pandemic Measures as COVID Cases and Deaths Spike
In the last two years, while the world resumed activity and reopened borders as COVID-19 ran its course, China doubled down on its strict pandemic restrictions for nearly three years. The “zero-COVID” controls — which...
As China’s Population Growth Stalls, So Will the Global Economy
The world’s most populous country and second largest economy is facing a major demographic challenge: its working-age population aged 15 and 64 is shrinking — with the trend expected to continue in the coming years,...
Violence Erupts in China-India Border Amid Long-Simmering Border Tensions
A clash between Chinese and Indian troops is bringing renewed awareness to the border tensions between the two Asian powers. Footage of what appears to be a violent clash is making rounds on social media....
What Is Karma and How Does It Affect Your Life?
Whether you’ve heard it in movies or while consoling a friend, phrases like, “That's karma for you,” and, “What goes around comes around,” have been used to describe the belief system that performing good deeds...
US Government Blacklists Companies With Ties to Russia
WASHINGTON, United States — The Biden administration on Wednesday, Dec. 7 added 24 companies and other entities to an export control list for supporting Russia’s military or defense industrial base, Pakistan's nuclear activities, or for...
Beloved Furniture Store Huffman Koos Closing Middletown, NY Location for Renovations, But Business Is ‘Alive and Well’
MIDDLETOWN, New York — Located in Middletown, New York, furniture store Huffman Koos has been a staple amongst locals. In an exclusive interview with Vision Times, home furnishing specialist Derek Teel sat down to discuss...
A Third of China’s Provinces Saw More Deaths Than Births in 2021, Exacerbating Demographic Crisis
Though the global population count just surpassed 8 billion people, China has been plagued with a dwindling birth rate for the past few years. In 2021, the world’s most populous country grew by just 480,000...
COVID Cases Spike as China Loosens Stringent Regulations in Bid to Salvage Economy
After nearly two years of unrelenting “zero-COVID” pandemic measures that saw millions of people confined inside their homes for months at a time, China has finally begun the process of loosening its virus restrictions. The...
Virginia Roundtable Discusses CCP Infiltration in US Business, Social Media, and Entertainment
ASHBURN, Virginia — A community roundtable featuring Attorney General Jason Miyares (R-VA) and Director of State Public Policy for Washington Gas, Scott McGeary, was held to great success in Ashburn, Virginia. The event, which was organized...
How China Uses COSCO Ships to Boost Its Political Influence Abroad
News analysis In recent years, Chinese companies have begun a massive push to buy up ports all over the world — with Shanghai-based COSCO Shipping at the forefront. As of March of this year, state-owned...
Is China Losing Its Hold on the World’s Rare Earths Market?
For years, China has dominated the global market for rare earth metals. These vital materials are used to make cell phones, computers, semiconductors, electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. According to the U.S. Geological Survey,...
Running for New York’s 18th Congressional District, Pat Ryan Hopes to Pass Gun Safety Laws, ‘Uphold Freedom’, Create Jobs
After pulling off a momentous election win in August to secure his place as the Democratic nominee for New York’s State Congress, Pat Ryan hopes to once again emerge victorious as he faces off against...