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 Clamps Down on Media Coverage Following Explosion That Killed 7, Injured Dozens
On March 13, a devastating explosion in China’s Yanjiao, Hebei Province resulted in multiple fatalities. The blast, which took place in the early morning, was followed by thick smoke and several subsequent explosions. Eyewitnesses reported...
Virginia State Delegate Calls for Attention to Ongoing Persecution of Falun Gong
RICHMOND, Virginia — On March 8, Virginia State Delegate Eric Zehr (R-VA) addressed the state legislature and urged lawmakers to turn their attention to the ongoing persecution of Falun Gong practitioners in China. During the...
Toronto Marks 65th Tibetan Uprising Anniversary With Rally Against the CCP
On the 65th anniversary of the Tibetan uprising, a large rally unfolded in Toronto to echo the voices of Tibetans in exile, along with local and Chinese activists sympathetic to their cause. The annual event,...
Teen Filmmaker Wins $10,000 for Championing Compassion at ‘Kindness Is Cool’ Event
NEW YORK, New York — In an inspiring display of creativity and compassion, 14-year-old Samuel Coggin clinched the top prize of $10,000 at the “Kindness Is Cool” awards ceremony on March 8. Hosted by Gan...
China Sets Ambitious Growth Target of 5% in Desperate Bid to Salvage Economy
On March 5, Chinese Premier Li Qiang laid out an ambitious plan to reshape his country’s economy as it grapples with profound internal and external challenges. Setting a growth target of around 5 percent for...
Chinese-Philippine Maritime Collision Injures 4, Sparking Tensions in Contested South China Sea
On March 5, a clash involving Chinese and Philippine coast guard vessels resulted in injuries to at least four Filipino crew members. The confrontation occurred in the highly contested waters of the South China Sea...
Massive Data Breach Unveils Espionage, Cyber Vulnerabilities Within China’s Security Systems
In a startling revelation that has sent shockwaves through the global cybersecurity community, a massive data leak involving sensitive conversation logs and documents from the Chinese Ministry of Public Security (MPS) has been making the...
Over 1,000 Tibetans Arrested in Southwest China as Dam Project Sparks Major Protests, Threatens Local Heritage
In China's southwestern province of Sichuan, the construction of the Gangtuo hydroelectric plant — a 25-dam system on the Drichu River — has ignited intense protests and led to the mass arrest of over a...
Chinese Companies Retreat From IPO Plans Amid Increased Regulatory Scrutiny, Economic Uncertainty
In an unusual shift within China's financial landscape, a significant number of local companies have decided to abandon their initial public offering (IPO) plans for this year. The upheaval comes as the China Securities Regulatory...
Taiwan’s Chipmakers Pivot Towards Japan Amid Global Decoupling Efforts From Chinese Mainland
The semiconductor industry, a critical backbone of the global technology infrastructure, is seeing a notable shift as Taiwanese chip companies increasingly turn their focus towards Japan. The movement is part of a broader trend of...
Kenneth Chiu Aims to Empower New York’s 25th District By Prioritizing Safety, Economic Relief
In the bustling heart of New York, where the spirit of community, hard work, and ambition intertwine, Kenneth Chiu emerges as a beacon of leadership and advocacy. Aspiring to represent the 25th District in the...
State-Sponsored Hackers Are Leveraging Microsoft-Backed AI in Espionage Efforts: Report
According to a recent report by tech giant Microsoft, hackers backed by the governments of China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea have been utilizing its artificial intelligence (AI) tools to advance their cyber-espionage efforts. The...