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.
Droves Protest Real Estate Debacle in Shanghai as Authorities Clap Back With Arrests
In a rare display of defiance from China's wealthy elite, over 100 multimillionaire property owners took to the streets of Shanghai on Nov. 18 to protest against the “prolonged delays” in the completion of their...
Night Biking Becomes China’s Latest Youth Craze, Sparking Excitement and Concerns
In the quiet of night, as most of the world sleeps, droves of China's youth are lighting up highways and backroads with a new trend: night biking. The phenomenon, now being dubbed the "Night Riding...
2024 ‘Taiwan Select Pastry Festival’ Brings Authentic Taiwanese Flavors to New York
FLUSHING, New York — On Nov. 8, the annual "Taiwan Select Pastry Festival" kicked off in Queens, bringing a curated selection of Taiwan's renowned pastries, snacks, and beverages to American consumers. Held at Skyfoods Supermarket...
Hundreds of Homeowners Protest Unfinished Developments in China Amid Police Crackdown
In a new wave of public dissent in China, hundreds of homeowners and protesters in Xianyang — a city located in the northwestern province of Shaanxi — took to the streets on Nov. 3 to...
Desperate Times: China’s Youth Take to Social Media to Lament Skyrocketing Unemployment
As China grapples with an economic downturn, a surge of unemployment stories has surfaced across social media platforms in the country. Many Chinese netizens — especially young professionals — have turned to popular networks like...
Surviving the Unspeakable: One Man’s Fight Against CCP-Sanctioned Organ Harvesting
Cheng Peiming, the first-known survivor of China's brutal forced organ harvesting practices, now finds himself in the U.S. as he tries to fight for his safety. Having escaped communist persecution in 2020, Cheng is now...
Human Rights Lawyer Wang Yu Hospitalized After 9-Day Hunger Strike in Chinese Prison
On Nov. 2, Vision Times learned that Wang Yu — a prominent Chinese human rights lawyer known for defending marginalized groups and advocating for legal reforms — was hospitalized in "critical condition" following a nine-day...
Meet Kenneth Paek: Veteran, Policeman, and Advocate Vying for NY’s 25th Assembly
As residents in New York gear up to vote for representatives in their Assembly Districts on Nov. 5, Kenneth Paek emerges as a formidable candidate. With a robust background in public service, commitment to public safety, and...
Hong Kong’s Dinosaur Fossil Discovery on Port Island Ushers in New Era of Tourism
In an extraordinary new find that has captivated scientists and locals alike, Hong Kong has uncovered its first known dinosaur fossils on Port Island, situated along its northeastern coastline. The discovery is set to ignite...
New Sino-Indian Border Agreement Signals Thawing Relations, But Questions Remain
In a diplomatic breakthrough, India and China reached an agreement on Oct. 21 to de-escalate tensions at their disputed Himalayan border, where both nations have faced ongoing military tensions for years. The deal — while...
China Escalates Tensions With Taiwan Via Live-Fire Drills as Regional Concerns Mount
On Oct. 22, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) ramped up its show of force near Taiwan by conducting live-fire drills close to the Pingtan Islands, located in mainland China’s southern province of Fujian. The latest...
Cybersecurity Watchdog Calls for Probe of Intel Products Sold in China, Citing Security Concerns
On Oct. 16, the Cybersecurity Association of China (CSAC) called for a "thorough review" of Intel products sold in the Chinese market, alleging that the U.S. chipmaker poses significant national security threats. In a post...