Whitelist WipeoutSeptember 23, 2025A respected news magazine disappears from China’s roster of media approved for internet reposting — after publishing sensitive investigative reports.
Hoops OopsSeptember 23, 2025A recent People’s Daily commentary by LeBron James — but not — offers a revealing look at the endemic culture of fakery in China’s state media.
“Sasaeng Fans” (私生饭)September 23, 2025“Sasaeng fans,” a term originating in South Korea, describes obsessive stalkers who invade celebrities’ privacy through harassment and relentless pursuit, a phenomenon now widespread across East Asia.
Cognitive Warfare 101September 23, 2025Chinese report accuses US of global “cognitive warfare” and “mental shackles” at international forum.
Irony LostSeptember 23, 2025UN’s video explaining democracy on Chinese platforms sparks censorship when user’s comment about freedom disappears.
“Inciting Separatism”September 23, 2025Chinese student activist Zhang Yadi detained on separatism charges after supporting Tibet while studying abroad.
“Picking Quarrels”September 23, 2025Citizen journalist Zhang Zhan receives four-year sentence for supporting pro-democracy activist after previous Wuhan imprisonment.
Flag FinesSeptember 23, 2025Malaysia’s MCMC fined two major newspapers RM100,000 each for flag image and misinformation violations.
Blossoming ControversySeptember 23, 2025Wong Kar-wai’s acclaimed drama “Blossoms” faces screenwriter credit controversy amid workplace bullying allegations and legal disputes.
