Biden Blames ‘Weak’ Trump for Hong Kong Clampdown
The US House of Representatives agreed unanimously Wednesday to seek tough sanctions on Chinese officials and Hong Kong police after Beijing imposed a security law that clamps down on the city.
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Virus Death Toll Hits 500,000, LA Shuts Bars Again as US Struggles
More than half a million people have died in the coronavirus pandemic, an AFP tally showed Sunday, as bars in Los Angeles were ordered to close again due to surging cases in the United States.
Coronavirus Misinformation Spread by Russian and Chinese Journalists Takes Root in the West
Coronavirus misinformation spread by Russian and Chinese journalists is finding a bigger audience on social media in France and Germany than content from the European nations’ own premier news outlets, according to new research.
Disney Delays ‘Mulan’ Release Again as Virus Cases Surge
Disney has delayed the release of “Mulan” again, this time until mid-August, as the coronavirus pandemic continues to threaten blockbusters that Hollywood hoped would bring audiences back to theaters after months of lockdown.
Under Pressure: Google to Start Paying for News Content
Google announced plans Thursday to pay some news organizations for content in a departure from its past practice following pressure from governments and media groups around the world.
Trump to Extend US Work Visa Freeze to Year-End: White House
US President Donald Trump will prolong a ban on US employment permits to year-end and broaden it to include H-1B visas used widely in the tech industry, the White House said Monday.
Online Disruption of Trump Rally Highlights K-Pop’s Political Hustle
Legions of K-pop fans and TikTok users are taking credit for upending Donald Trump’s weekend rally after block-reserving tickets with no intention to attend an event that was beset by an embarrassingly low turnout.
New Fiber-Optic Cable Backed by Google and Facebook May Bypass Hong Kong
US Justice Department officials on Wednesday recommended that a high-capacity undersea data cable system proposed by Google and Facebook bypass Hong Kong, citing potential national security concerns following China’s moves to exert greater control in the territory.
Facial Recognition and Police Surveillance in Delicate Dance
Tech giants love to portray themselves as forces for good and as the United States was gripped by anti-racism protests a number of them publicly disavowed selling controversial facial recognition technology to police forces.
Indonesia Arrests US Fraud Fugitive on Local Sex Charges
An American fugitive wanted at home in connection with a $700 million cryptocurrency scam has been arrested in Jakarta on sex charges, Indonesian authorities said Tuesday.
The Best Asian LBGTQ Films to Watch this Pride Month
If you can’t attend Asian Pride parties and events, one of the best ways to celebrate is to check out movies that show an honest narrative about the Asian LBGTQ community.
China Pushes Back Harvard Study on Covid-19 May Have Started Since August
Beijing on Thursday criticized a preliminary study by US researchers suggesting the coronavirus may have been circulating in China since August 2019, calling it proof of a disinformation campaign.
BTS Fans Match K-Pop Superstars’ $1M Black Lives Matter Donation
Fans of K-pop megastars BTS raised and donated $1 million to the Black Lives Matter movement, matching the septet’s donation of the same amount within 24 hours, organizers said Monday.
Zynn: TikTok’s Biggest Competitor Pays Users to Watch Videos
Chinese short video app makers have taken their rivalry overseas, with TikTok facing stiff competition from a newcomer that has surged in popularity abroad — by paying users to keep scrolling.
China Warns Britain Interfering in Hong Kong Will ‘Backfire’
China warned Britain on Wednesday that interfering in Hong Kong will backfire, after the former colonial power vowed to give sanctuary to locals who may flee the city if a controversial security law is passed.
