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Absinthe’s Rebirth: Exploring the Green Fairy’s Legacy
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb Magazine In the heyday of the Belle Époque, the "Green Fairy...
Nauru Ditches Taiwan in Favor of Mainland China Just Days After Taipei Elects New President
On Jan. 15, the Pacific Island nation of Nauru announced its decision to switch diplomatic recognition...
Lai Ching-te Elected Taiwan’s New President
William Lai Ching-te of Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has become president-elect of Taiwan...
Taiwan’s Pro-independence DPP Poised to Win 3rd Term as Votes Are Tallied
The ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) looks to be getting a third term in control of Taiwan's...
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Japan to Begin Mining Seabed for Rare Earth Metals to Eliminate Dependence on China
In a bid to eliminate its dependence on China for rare earth metals, Japan is expected to begin mining...
Under Beijing’s Shadow, Taiwan Heads to the Polls to Elect a New President and Parliament
TAIPEI, Taiwan — This Saturday, Jan. 13, will see the people of Taiwan cast their votes in a close contest...
Exploring the Gastronomic Wonders of San Sebastian, Spain
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb Magazine Nestled in the heart of Europe, San Sebastián stands...
Philippines Launches Second Joint Patrol with US, Beijing Retaliates With Military Exercise
On Jan. 2, the Philippines and the U.S. launched a two-day joint patrol in the South China Sea — the...
Pentagon Says No Plans for US Withdrawal From Iraq
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Reuters) — The Pentagon said on Monday, Jan. 8 that it was not currently planning to...