In the Firing LineJuly 22, 2025Tencent demands shutdown of FreeWeChat archive platform, citing copyright infringement in what activists call censorship “lawfare.”
Toxic BacklashJuly 22, 2025The expulsion of a Chinese student for appearing in videos posted online by Ukrainian gamer videos sparks a debate about sexism — and shameless exploitation amid the discussion.
Red RelicsJuly 22, 2025China’s ascending buzzword in the arts, “cultural confidence,” is little more than a tool to affirm the Party’s ideological leadership. And its heroes are living history.
Media MalfeasanceJuly 1, 2025Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council severely condemned the China Times newspaper for falsely reporting that former president Ma Ying-jeou had reported his China itinerary.
Going Away PartiesJuly 1, 2025The League of Social Democrats announced its dissolution Sunday after nearly two decades of political activism in Hong Kong, citing “tremendous political pressure.”
Youth Exchange ScandalJuly 1, 2025Hong Kong’s internship program faces scrutiny over budget increases and potential funding irregularities discovered.
Demonstration DeceptionJuly 1, 2025TPP chairman faces investigation after admitting to fabricating video footage used to attack prosecutors during legislative questioning.
Dueling AdsJuly 1, 2025A newspaper in Taiwan’s Hualien runs competing political advertisements on the same day, sparking social media buzz ahead of a crucial recall vote.
