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.
Tibetan Writer, Lobsang Lhundup, Freed After Four Years Behind Bars, But Remains Under Surveillance
After being detained in jail for four years on dubious charges, Tibetan writer Lobsang Lhundup — known by his pen name, Dhi Lhaden — was released from prison at the beginning of August. Having written...
Taiwanese Students in Hong Kong Forced to Study China’s National Security Law
Despite Beijing’s tensions surrounding their island home, several Taiwanese students still wish to pursue an education on the mainland. Following the implementation of the 2020 national security law, which students are forced to study, some...
The Endangered Dugong: A Marine Mammal Linked with Legend
With an unusual name to match their unusual appearance, dugongs are the sea cows of the south. Like their cousin the manatee, these hefty sea mammals have been mistaken for large mermaids in the past....
Japan Issues Strategy Paper Calling Out Chinese Military Ambitions in the Pacific
A new report prepared by the Japanese government has named the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) ambitions in the Asia-Pacific as a growing threat to peace in the region, with Tokyo calling out Beijing's partnership with...
China Launches Campaign Targeting Online Rumors, Misinformation
On July 15, the Ministry of Public Security in China launched another internet crackdown, targeting online rumors, following a call by communist party leader Xi Jinping to form a “security banner.” The ministry aims to...
Chinese Rights Activist, Liang Songji, Denied Flight to Ecuador, Stranded in Thailand
On July 13, Chinese rights activist Liang Songji attempted to board a flight from Bangkok via Qatar Airways, hoping to reach Ecuador where he and his family could make the journey north to find political...
Exiled Sing-Songwriter, Crazy Zhang, Promises More Music, Defies Threats from Beijing
From across the Pacific, U.S.-based singer-songwriter Zhang Gong, also known as “Crazy Zhang,” received demands to delete his music from Twitter, with Chinese authorities saying that his satirical songs “[have] a negative impact” on the...
Case of Chinese Rights Activist Delayed, Fears of Isolated Imprisonment Arise
There has been a delay in the case of detained rights activist Zhang Hai after his case was sent back to authorities “for further investigation.” Fears have also arisen that the Shenzhen resident is being...
China to Ban Advertising on Public Buses in Tiananmen Square
Authorities in Beijing are considering a plan to ban advertising on public buses that pass through Tiananmen Square, where communist symbols adorn the entire square, Radio Free Asia (RFA) reported. Under the proposed law, advertisements...
Amidst Beijing’s Aggression in the South China Sea, US Hopes to Cooperate with ASEAN Nations
Tensions in the South China Sea continue to push China and the U.S. towards conflict, with the former seeking cooperative efforts with Southeast Asian nations against Beijing’s “irresponsible actions” in the region, the South China...
Beijing Official Dismissed Over Possession of Banned Books as Xi Jinping’s Works Dominate Market
On June 25, a high-ranking official of the Beijing city government was expelled for owning political books and journals banned by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The incident proves that even those within the highest...
84 Suspects to be Prosecuted for Involvement in Dak Lak Shootings
Following vicious attacks on police offices in the province of Dak Lak in Vietnam on June 11, local authorities said they will be prosecuting 84 people for pre-trial detention. While the motive for the attacks...