Abduction of Chinese Actor in Myanmar Spotlights Collusion Between Scam Compounds and CCP Figures
The abduction, then rescue, of a Chinese actor in Myanmar has focused attention on the connections between...
‘TikTok Refugees’ Flocking to China’s RedNote App Experience Intersection of Free Speech and Censorship
Since Jan. 13, when the U.S. government issued its ultimatum to TikTok parent company ByteDance to sell...
The World of Geishas, and How They Preserve Traditional Japanese Culture
Picture yourself walking through the small streets of Kyoto at night. Soft light fills the air, and you...
Sheng Xue: The Battle Between Falun Gong and the CCP Is a Clash of Good Vs. Evil
In today’s interconnected world, the battle for public opinion is an invisible war without gunpowder....
China’s Hospitals Seeing Increase in Multiple Pathogens, Uptick in ‘Sudden Deaths’ During Flu Season
As the Chinese New Year approaches, a combination of multiple viruses in mainland China has caused hospitals across the country to become overcrowded. Government authorities recently issued a notification stating that influenza has entered its...
Hochul’s ‘Bell-to-Bell’ Phone Ban in Schools Comes With a Staggering $13.5M Price Tag
Under a proposal recently tabled by New York State Governor, Kathy Hochul, students in the state will have to put away their cell phones while in school, and the proposal is coming with a hefty...
Trump Announces $500 Billion ‘Stargate AI’ Infrastructure Investment
On Jan. 21, President Donald Trump announced a $500 billion investment in an artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure project, dubbed “Stargate” involving some of the nation’s top tech companies including OpenAI, Oracle and SoftBank. The move...
Paul Pogozelski’s Vision for District 30: A Grassroots Approach to Leadership
MIDDLE VILLAGE, New York — As the race for New York City’s Council District 30 heats up, Paul Pogozelski is emerging as a formidable candidate. As a community leader with a track record of rolling...
Sencha, Shincha, Matcha, Bancha? Your Go-To Guide to Japanese Green Tea
As the benefits of green tea gain recognition, interest is rising around the world, and consumption has been on a continual rise for the past decade. It’s nothing new for Japan, however, where green tea...
Trump Signs Sweeping Executive Orders on First Day, Pardons 1,500 Jan. 6 ‘Hostages’
On Jan. 20, immediately following his inauguration ceremony, President Donald Trump made good on a number of his campaign promises, signing dozens of executive orders ranging from halting Biden-era executive actions, revoking protection for transgender...
Niccolo Paganini: “The Devil’s Violinist” Had the Heart of an Angel
Niccolo Paganini was one of the most amazing violinists the world has ever known. Born October 27, 1782, in Genoa, Italy, he changed music forever with his unbelievable skills and unique compositions. His life was...
US Supreme Court Signals it Will Uphold TikTok Ban: Platform Faces Potential Shutdown This Sunday
On Jan. 15, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to issue an expected opinion on the controversial case surrounding the proposed TikTok ban, but previously signaled that it is likely to uphold the measure. Last week,...