Fugees Rapper Found Guilty of Campaign Finance Violations

Former Fugees rapper, Prakazrel Michel, has been found guilty of campaign finance violations after using funds from his Senate campaign for personal expenses.

Prakazrel Michel, a former member of the popular hip-hop group the Fugees, has been found guilty of campaign finance violations in New Jersey. The rapper, who was running for the Senate, raised over $200,000 for his campaign but was accused of using some of the funds for personal expenses such as rent, shopping, and child […]

China vows to retaliate if US continues case against police officers accused of targeting dissidents in America

China has vowed to retaliate against the United States if it continues to interfere in China's internal affairs. The statement was made in response to the US Senate's passage of a bill aimed at addressing competition with China. This tension comes amidst already strained relations between the two countries, with disputes over issues ranging from trade and technology to human rights and the COVID-19 pandemic.

The US-China rivalry continues to escalate, with concerns about the potential for a new Cold War. The bill, approved with bipartisan support, includes provisions related to technology, trade, and human rights issues. It aims to strengthen the US’s economic and national security posture in the face of China’s rise as a global superpower. China’s foreign […]

FBI Director Says Secret Chinese Police Stations Fit Pattern

The Chinese government's alleged establishment of police stations in the US is just one example of the many ways in which China is attempting to extend its influence and power beyond its borders.

FBI Director Christopher Wray recently spoke about the Chinese government’s alleged efforts to establish police stations in the United States in order to extend its influence beyond its borders. According to Wray, these stations are staffed by Chinese law enforcement officers and are part of a broader effort by the Chinese government to exert its […]

Senior Tories Blast Chinese Official’s Attendance at King’s Coronation as ‘Outrageous

The attendance of Chinese officials at King's coronation has drawn criticism from several senior members of the Conservative Party, who have raised concerns about China's human rights record and alleged involvement in cyber-espionage. The controversy highlights the ongoing tensions between the UK and China and underscores the need for a more nuanced and strategic approach to managing this complex relationship.

Several senior members of the Conservative Party have criticized the attendance of Chinese officials at King’s coronation as “outrageous” due to concerns about the Chinese government’s human rights record and alleged involvement in cyber-espionage. The controversy highlights the ongoing tensions between the UK and China, as the two countries navigate a complex relationship amid growing […]

Compulsory Military Education in China: Concerns and Controversies

Compulsory military education has become a requirement for many students in Chinese schools and universities, raising concerns about government control over education and its impact on academic and personal freedoms.

The one to two-week training is intended to promote patriotism and discipline, but some students and parents criticize it for being too harsh and physically demanding. They also worry it takes away from valuable study time and may hinder academic progress. Chinese schools also implement programs to promote Communist Party ideology and loyalty to the […]

China widens ‘already breathtaking’ scope to arrest foreigners for espionage

The development has already prompted many countries to express concern, with some urging their citizens to be cautious when traveling to China. This move has also led to fears that it could be used to undermine global cooperation on issues such as trade and climate change.

China’s expansion of its power to arrest foreigners for alleged espionage has raised concerns among human rights groups and foreign governments. This development has come amidst rising tensions between China and other countries, particularly the United States, over issues such as trade, human rights, and territorial disputes in the South China Sea. Some experts believe […]

China Ratchets Up Pressure on Foreign Companies

China has implemented new regulations that require foreign companies operating within its borders to submit reports on their cybersecurity measures and data storage practices. The move is part of a crackdown on foreign firms that China perceives as a threat to national security.

Announced by China’s Ministry of Public Security, the regulations mandate that companies operating in China submit reports detailing their network security measures, cybersecurity incident management plans, and data storage arrangements. Companies must also provide information on the location and use of their data centers and servers. The regulations apply to all companies operating in China, […]

Chinese Police Visit Bain & Co’s Beijing Office Amidst Crackdown on Foreign Companies

Bain & Co, a leading global management consulting firm, has come under scrutiny from Chinese authorities as police officers visited its Beijing office on April 27th. This visit is part of a broader crackdown on foreign companies operating in China, especially in the technology and education sectors, as the Chinese government intensifies its efforts to regulate foreign firms and scrutinize their operations.

Although the reasons for the visit are unclear, it has sparked concerns for foreign companies operating in China, as the government has recently tightened regulations, increasing scrutiny on their business practices. The challenges faced by foreign companies in China include intellectual property theft, forced technology transfers, and navigating the country’s complex regulatory environment. The tensions […]

China’s Ambitious Mars Exploration Program Suffers Setback as Zhurong Rover Goes into Hibernation

China's Zhurong Mars rover has gone into hibernation, and the China National Space Administration (CNSA) admits that it may never wake up. However, the agency remains committed to its ambitious space exploration program and plans to launch more Mars missions in the future.

China’s Zhurong Mars rover made headlines in May 2021 when it successfully landed on the red planet as part of the Tianwen-1 mission. However, in early August, the rover stopped functioning and went into hibernation mode. Despite the CNSA’s efforts to revive it, the agency has now admitted that the rover may never wake up. […]

China’s Social Media Clean-Up Targets Influencers and Online Mobs

China's government is cracking down on social media influencers and online mobs in an effort to clean up its social media space, sparking concerns about censorship and freedom of expression.

China’s government is taking aggressive measures to clean up its social media space by targeting influencers and online mobs, according to a recent Bloomberg article. The government is cracking down on social media influencers who promote excessive consumerism and spread “negative energy” online, as well as online mobs who organize and carry out attacks against […]