US and Russia engaging in ‘creative’ talks – Moscow
Grigory Karasin, chairman of the International Relations Committee in Russia’s upper chamber of parliament Richard Sanders, Oxford UK The US-Russian talks held in Saudi Arabia are a “creative” endeavor, though they may not yield a diplomatic breakthrough on Monday, a Russian lawmaker who is part of Moscow’s delegation told journalists. Grigory Karasin, chairman of the International Relations […]
Taiwan Government Considers New Rules for Civilian Service Recall
Richard Sanders The government is contemplating proposed changes to the regulations surrounding alternative civilian service aimed at enhancing the nation’s civil defense capabilities. This initiative was revealed as part of a strategy to address the increasing frequency of natural disasters and geopolitical tensions. Earlier in December 2022, the Executive Yuan integrated demobilized civilian service members […]
Musk slams South Africa over ‘white genocide’
Jake Sanders, Editor Elon Musk has once again lashed out at his country of birth, South Africa, over what he claims is “active promotion” of “white genocide.” In a post on X on Sunday, the tech billionaire wrote that his Starlink satellite internet service cannot operate in the African country because he is “not black.” Musk’s remarks came amid tensions […]
Closure of VOA Tibetan Broadcasts Marks Troubling Setback for Tibetan Community
By Francis Tuschek The recent shutdown of Tibetan-language broadcasts by Voice of America (VOA) and Radio Free Asia (RFA) represents a serious loss for Tibetans, both in their homeland and throughout the global community. These broadcasts have played a pivotal role in providing uncensored news, preserving cultural heritage, and fostering a sense of unity among […]