Top Hong Kong protest song removed from major music platforms

A popular Hong Kong protest song was no longer available Wednesday on several major music streaming sites and social media platforms, after the government sought an injunction to ban the tune. “Glory to Hong Kong” rose to popularity during the 2019 pro-democracy protests, and became an unofficial protest anthem. In 2020, the government outlawed the […]

At least 26 civilians dead in clashes between Burmese army, rebels

Recent fierce fighting between Burma’s army and resistance fighters has killed at least 26 civilians, including six children, in an area east of the capital, according to reports Wednesday by a resident, a rights group and a medical assistance group. The fighting took place in Shan State’s Pekon township, a hotly contested area in the […]

Shen Yun Faces Unrelenting Interference From Beijing in South Korea

Read More Shen Yun Performing Arts has faced challenges in securing top-flight venues in South Korea, sparking concerns over Beijing’s interference in South Korea’s internal affairs and cultural sovereignty. New York-based Shen Yun is the world’s top classical Chinese dance company, and since its inception in 2006, it has become a global phenomenon. Using the […]

Biden Dispatching Sullivan to Tokyo for Talks With Japan, Philippines, South Korea Officials

Read More WASHINGTON—President Joe Biden is dispatching White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan to Tokyo this week for talks with his counterparts from Japan, Philippines, and South Korea. Sullivan will also take part in “the first-ever trilateral meeting of the Japanese, Philippine, and U.S. national security advisers” while in Japan, the White House National […]

Japanese Cucumber Diet May Aid Weight Loss

Read More Cucumbers have been used since ancient times for weight loss benefits due to their high water and low-calorie content. In addition to containing rich nutrients, cucumbers can help people to maintain an ideal weight, according to renowned Japanese physician Dr. Takashi Tsurumi, who is famous for his research on enzyme nutrition and introducing a […]