Darren Maung
Darren is an aspiring writer who wishes to share or create stories to the world and bring humanity together as one. A massive Star Wars nerd and history buff, he finds enjoyable, heart-warming or interesting subjects in any written media.
Taiwanese Lawmakers Visit Contested Island in South China Sea
On May 18, a delegation of Taiwanese legislators visited the island of Itu Aba; an island not only occupied by the island government, but also claimed by several other countries, including China. The delegation —...
US Judge Temporarily Prevents Florida Law From Banning Transport of Migrants
On May 22, a federal judge in the U.S. blocked part of a Florida law attempting to criminalize the transportation of undocumented immigrants into the state. The law was created to amend “the crime of...
Xi Jinping’s Visit to Paris Bombarded by Protests, Activists Rage Against the Communist Leader
On May 5, as Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Paris, France, he was welcomed by flags and banners wielded by disgruntled activists — mainly Uyghur, Tibetan and Chinese — all jeering at him. “Free...
US, China Discuss AI Risks During Meeting in Geneva
On May 14, officials from the U.S. and China met in Geneva to initiate talks surrounding the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI), one of the few key issues both governments have agreed to work on. ...
Don’t Neglect Walking Your Dog – It’s More Important Than You Think
Few bonds between man and beast can compare with the loving companionship provided by a pet dog. For their faithful service and life-long devotion, they ask only a few things in return — one of...
Tibetans Who Sold Their Homes to Chinese Buyers Say Compensation Was Too Low
After selling their land to Chinese businessmen, Tibetan families are now reporting that they are not being compensated enough for losing their homes. In early April, around 25 families were faced with the news that...
Uyghur Butcher Freed After Seven Years Behind Bars for Discouraging Alcohol and Smoking
On April 11, a Uyghur butcher was released from prison after serving seven years in Xinjiang for discouraging friends from consuming alcohol and smoking, sources familiar with the matter said. Though he has been freed,...
Mandarin Pop Song Lyrics Shift From Romance to Calls for Freedom, New Research Suggests
Recent research has surfaced suggesting a major change in the themes of Mandarin song lyrics — particularly those performed by and aimed at Chinese women. Where love and romance were once common, now there seems...
The Fascinating Process Behind the Beauty of Natural Fibers (Part VIII): Pineapple
In our exploration of natural fibers we again return to South America to visit another dual-purpose crop. Believe it or not, the same plant that produces sweet and exotic pineapples, offers an equally-exotic fiber valued...
Chinese Students Recount Horrifying Experience During Concert Hall Shooting in Moscow
On March 23, several gunmen attacked the Crocus City Hall near Moscow; the deadliest attack in Russia since the Beslan school siege in 2004. Two Chinese students were there amidst the chaos. One of the...
Trafficked Cambodian Teen Saved Following Facebook Plea
A Cambodian teen who made a plea for help on Facebook after being sold to a Chinese man and held against her will in Zhejiang province, China has been rescued, Chinese authorities say. Authorities took...
Hong Kong Activist Agnes Chow Declared ‘Wanted’ By Communist Police
On Feb. 8, Hong Kong police designated pro-democracy activist Agnes Chow as a “wanted person” for jumping bail and escaping to Canada. Chinese communist authorities have vowed that they will “pursue her for life.” Speaking...