Tag: Taiwan
Concerns in Taiwan, silent on nuclear waste, nurses are strengthened
Unrest in Taiwan Ever since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine over a year ago, many have wondered if something similar could happen in Taiwan. Self-defense courses are quickly fully booked, and military service is made longer.Hear Björn Djurberg’s report from Taiwan. Silent on the nuclear waste issue From having been about to be phased out, a […]
USA, Lithuania in talks aimed at China
Washington – In March 1990, Lithuania became the first republic to break away from the Soviet Union by declaring itself an independent state, a decision applauded by the White House. Thirty-three years later, this Baltic country of about 2.7 million people is making bold moves to counter China, the rising global power of the century, […]
Report: Finland is not exceptionally dependent on trade with China
If disruptions affect several countries at the same time, importers would not be able to quickly turn to alternative suppliers. The effects would therefore be seen in the everyday lives of both citizens and companies. According to a survey coordinated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Finland is among the EU average in total trade […]
Japan, other G7 leaders tighten sanctions against Russia
TOKYO – Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and other Group of Seven leaders adopted a set of additional sanctions against Russia over its war on Ukraine at an online G-7 summit on Friday to mark the one-year anniversary of the start of the invasion. The leaders renewed their commitment to “intensify our diplomatic, financial and […]
NATO chief sees ‘some signs’ China may support Russia’s war
Warsaw, Poland – NATO’s chief said on Wednesday that the military alliance has seen “some signs” that China may be planning to support Russia in its war in Ukraine, and he strongly urged Beijing to refrain from what would be a violation of international law. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg also told The Associated Press […]
When life is so good, who needs the Metaverse, chorus the Danes in their condemnation of virtual worlds
Putting on a pair of virtual reality (VR) glasses and experiencing augmented reality (AR), investing in NFT art and building virtual worlds – it hardly beats the joy of cozying up, framing your three-year-old’s latest masterpiece, and to make the roof of your summer house, does it? Well, according to extensive research carried out by […]
Danish news: Lazy shoppers only have themselves to blame if their chili mayo is moldy, claims DR
That seems to be DR calling people who buy chili mayonnaise “lazy”. Listing the ingredients – in fairness there are seven – it warned: “If you’ve been lazy, watch out – at least if you’ve shopped at Netto.” Apparently, the Big Farm Boys version (230 grams; expiration date 11/22/2023) has been recalled due to a […]
Danish News Round-Up: The rising costs of parents who are forced to stay at home to care for their children
Absenteeism costs society dearly and becomes a “desperate situation”, warns professor Mikael Thastum from Aarhus University, an expert on the subject, to DR. However, it is not a truancy problem, rather a failure to cater for children with special needs and disabilities together with a growing tendency to exclude problem children. Over 15,000 parents are […]
10 world events that marked the year 2022
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the protest movement in Iran, the abortion issue in the United States – 2022 was rich in different events. AFP offered a list of the 10 events that, according to the agency, marked the world this year. Putin invaded Ukraine On February 24, Vladimir Putin ordered Russian troops to invade Ukraine, […]
Pakistan ‘most exposed’ to Chinese influence, new research shows
Washington – A new study on China’s global influence puts Pakistan at the top of the list. Cambodia and Singapore are ranked second and third respectively as the “most exposed” to Beijing’s influence. Among the ten countries most exposed to influence from China, eight are in Asia. Paraguay, North Macedonia and Albania were ranked as […]
The regime’s methods to put a dent in the protests
Students in Beijing have been bussed home and are not allowed to stay on campus. Physical barricades have been set up along streets and the police have set the bar low for detaining people. Films from the protests have been widely circulated online. But after the weekend, the party’s censorship apparatus has struck with full […]
Extra podcast: Warning against Taiwan opened China’s Party Congress
Björn Djurberg is one of the extremely few Swedish journalists who was present during the opening ceremony and who is accredited to the ongoing Twentieth Party Congress in Beijing. During Sunday’s opening ceremony, Björn Djurberg sat on the stand inside the People’s Great Hall. Hear about the smell of sweat, the huge security presence and […]
New safety report paints a bleak future
Russia and China The report claims that despite massive sanctions and a battered economy, Russia will be able to threaten European security in the coming years – particularly due to its nuclear weapons capabilities. “The war in Ukraine has shown that Russia’s intentions are brutal and ruthless, and a weakened Russia will generally be no […]
International Round-Up: Russian ambassador again summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
“Absolutely crazy”Denmark’s dissent will be accompanied by the eighth round of EU sanctions adopted against Russia since the conflict began. The area of Ukraine that Russia has illegally annexed is more than twice the size of Denmark. “It’s absolutely crazy what Russia and Putin are up to,” Kofod said, stressing that the actions are “an […]
The US-led global containment of China accelerates the process of its isolation
Peking [China]Oct 1 (ANI): Containment of China has become a priority for liberal democracies across the world due to the Asian giant’s dismal record on human rights and its apparent threats to its neighbours’ territorial sovereignty, as well as concerns that China is out to to impose their ways of thinking and their values on […]
ATP roundup: Daniel Evans struck out in Seoul
Yoshihito Nishioka of Japan toppled fifth seed Daniel Evans of Great Britain 6-2, 7-6 (3) in the first round on Tuesday at the Eugene Korea Open Tennis Championships in Seoul. Evans held a 6-3 edge in aces, saving 10 of 14 break points, but Nishioka won 30 of 43 forehand points to hold on for […]
Thiago Monteiro upsets Nikoloz Basilashvili in Winston-Salem
Brazil’s Thiago Monteiro needed just 70 minutes to beat sixth-seeded Nikoloz Basilashvili of Georgia 6-4, 6-1 on Monday in a round-of-32 matchup at the Winston-Salem (NC) Open. Monteiro took Basilashvili’s second serve and won 20 of 27 points (74 percent). Basilashvili never broke serve in the match and failed his two break points. The match […]
International Round-Up: Denmark earmarks millions to help solve potential oil spill disaster
The ship FSO Safer has long been stranded about eight kilometers from the coast of Yemen and threatens to become one of the world’s biggest environmental disasters and further worsen the dire humanitarian situation in the country. The UN carries out an operation to empty the abandoned ship and Denmark supports the operation with 7 […]
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Al Qaeda leader killed in Kabul Last week, Al Qaeda’s top leader Ayman al-Zawahiri was killed by the US military in a targeted attack. Zawahiri was in a luxury villa in Kabul, apparently a guest of the Taliban regime in Afghanistan. How does this affect the relationship between the US and Afghanistan? And how has […]
The plane with Nancy Pelosi becomes the world’s most tracked flight
New Delhi [India]August 2 (ANI): The US Air Force Boeing C-40C – SPAR19 carrying US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to Taiwan is currently the world’s most tracked aircraft. According to flight-tracking website FlightRadar24, about 320,000 users are following every move on Pelosi’s flight. Internet users are speculating whether the Democratic congresswoman will go ahead with […]
Extra podcast about the tightening relationship between China and Taiwan
An extra inserted episode of the Kinapodden due to the fact that Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the US House of Representatives, has visited Taiwan and, among other things, met President Tsai Ing-wen. China has flagged “countermeasures” over the visit and relations between the three countries are further strained by the visit.How is the situation between […]
Confucius Institutes: A Trojan Horse That Breaches the Security of Nations Worldwide
Peking [China]July 28 (ANI): The Confucius Institutes have been the subject of far more serious charges than being an instrument of propaganda. With about 530 Confucius Institutes globally, these centers have come under heavy scrutiny for allegations of spying, espionage and academic censorship among other allegations, The HK Post reported. These conspicuous institutes have often […]
The impact of COVID on violence against health care
Almost 60% of respondents felt that the number of reported cases of violence against healthcare has increased since the start of the pandemic. The study also demonstrated successful approaches by health care providers to reduce violence in health care. From May to July 2021, the International Council of Nurses, the International Committee of the Red […]
Denmark in the middle of the herd in expat survey
Denmark is neither the best nor the worst place to be an expat, shows the latest study from InterNations. It’s somewhere in the middle. In an overall 30th place, Denmark was the highest ranked among the Nordic countries, and placed slightly ahead of Finland (32), Norway (34) and Sweden (39). Expats in Denmark were most […]
NATO concludes the summit with a stronger position against Russia and China
Madrid – NATO leaders concluded their three-day meeting in Madrid on Thursday with the Western Security Alliance strengthening its defenses against Russian aggression, warning of global challenges from China and inviting neutral countries Finland and Sweden to the group. US President Joe Biden described the summit as “historic”. “The last time NATO drafted a new […]
Updated strategy, new members, old enemies: Highlights of the NATO summit
On day two of its annual summit, the bloc formally focused its sights on Russia NATO’s annual summit continued in Madrid on Wednesday, where the leaders of the US-led military bloc agreed to adopt two new members and named Russia its number one threat. China also found a place on the agenda, as did Ukrainian […]
New strategy, new members, old enemies: Highlights of the NATO summit
On day two of its annual summit, the alliance formally focused its strategy on Russia The annual NATO summit continued in Madrid on Wednesday, where the leaders of the US-led military alliance agreed to adopt two new members and named Russia the main threat to the bloc. China also found a place on the agenda, […]
Prohibition of same-sex marriage is not unconstitutional: Japanese court
Osaka [Japan]June 21 (ANI): A court in Osaka on Monday rejected a lawsuit, which claimed that the government’s ban on same-sex marriage was unconstitutional. The court ruling, which states that the country’s ban on same-sex marriage is not unconstitutional, makes Japan the only G7 nation that does not recognize homosexual marriages. Three same-sex couples – […]
Denmark tops the global competitiveness index for the first time
Strong economy during pandemicDenmark has flirted with first place in the last five years, where they became number three in 2021, number two in 2020, eighth in 2019 and sixth in 2018. According to WCC, Denmark’s rise to the top of the rankings is due to a sharp rise in the country’s economic results during […]
Power of political savages, the front in Kharkiv, festival summer
Party-free Amineh Kakabaveh was in focus when she made the decision in the no-confidence vote against the Minister of Justice Morgon Johansson at the beginning of the week. That a single non-partisan member of parliament would gain so much power in Sweden’s Riksdag is a unique event. So how good is the system of non-partisan […]
The winner of the Grand Prix of the Helsinki International Ballet Competition is Yuka Masumoto
Competitors were divided into the junior series for dancers aged 15–19 and the senior class for dancers aged 20–25. A total of 62 dancers from 16 countries took part in the competition. In the final rounds Sat 4.6. and Sun 5.6. the 21 dancers selected for the finals performed both classical ballet repertoire and contemporary […]
Election: a global ranking ranks the United States as the weakest among liberal democracies
Defending democracy has suddenly become one of the central challenges of our time. The land war in Ukraine considered general a front line between autocratic rule and democratic freedom. The United States continues to absorb the meaning of the riot that took place on January 6, 2021 in an attempt to overthrow the results of […]
CPH STAGE 2022: English-language storage
Why me?8.-10. June, performances at 20.00, 16.00 & 21.30; Theater V in Prøvehallen, Porcelænstorvet 4, Valby; theater-v.dk Twenty years ago, a comedy about cancer would have been unthinkable. But since then we’ve had The Farewell, 50/50… Hell, even Breaking Bad is a dark comic tale. But that’s not the case with ‘Why Me’. Come to […]
China In Eurasia Briefing: Why The Ukraine War Matters For Asia
Welcome back to the China In Eurasia briefing, an RFE/RL newsletter tracking China’s resurgent influence from Eastern Europe to Central Asia. I’m RFE/RL correspondent Reid Standish and here’s what I’m following right now. Why The Ukraine War Matters For Asia The ripple effects of the Ukraine war are spreading across the world and already hitting […]
In this way, greenhouse gas emissions can be reduced
They found that combining dietary change, emissions pricing and international income transfers could make the world food system emission-neutral by the end of the 21st century – while providing healthier food for the world’s growing population. “Reducing the size of our current food system alone will not reduce emissions much. Instead, we need to change […]
Authoritarian leaders slaughter covid-19 responses, leading to deaths
The World Health Organization (WHO) last week updated its report on redundant deaths from covid-19which highlights an extraordinary correlation between deaths and authoritarian leaders. It also highlights how well Australia handled covid-19 in both 2020 and 2021, although the deaths in covid-19 2022 are now increasing and significantly exceeding the deaths in 2020 and 2021. […]
China is targeting NATO
China increasingly sees the war in Ukraine – and the role of the United States and its NATO allies in supporting Kyiv against Moscow – as a reflection of future tensions between the military bloc and Beijing in the Indo-Pacific region. Ever since Russian tanks first crossed into Ukraine on February 24, Beijing has taken […]
Nokia, VTT Finland’s leading patent application list
Last year, the online company Nokia filed by far the largest number of patent applications in Finland, the National Board of Patents and Registration said on Sunday. Nokia Technologies filed 223 applications and Nokia Solutions and Networks 58. Together, they applied for 281 patents, compared to 259 the previous year. Previously, Nokia, the world’s largest […]
As Putin’s war drags on, China’s discomfort increases
Hong Kong, March 15 (ANI): There are many speculations about the strategic relationship between China and Russia, and the degree of knowledge that President Xi Jinping had before President Vladimir Putin began his deplorable invasion of Ukraine. This war turns out to be fraught with risks for China, which puts Beijing in a difficult relationship […]
Protest at SIRI headquarters against “rigid”, “arrogant” immigration rules
Today, a sit-in is held outside the headquarters of SIRI – the agency that oversees immigration and work visas – to raise awareness of the rigid and discriminatory nature of Danish immigration policy. Anger at SIRI has grown, especially in the hotel industry, over the last few months. The protest is organized by Jessie Liu […]
Yle News preview: Finland "confident" Medal success of the Beijing Winter Olympics
Finland’s top skiers, skaters and snowboarders are preparing to face 3,000 other athletes from 90 different countries as the Winter Olympics begin in Beijing on Friday, despite the ongoing Covid pandemic and diplomatic boycotts in seven countries. Finnish athletes also continue the long and proud tradition of the Nordic countries, as Finland has participated – […]
European Court of Auditors: EU needs to step up cooperation on 5G
BRUSSELS, Belgium: An EU watchdog, the European Court of Auditors (ECA), has warned that the EU faces significant economic and security threats unless member states intensify cooperation to operate the 5G mobile network. The warnings are part of a special report on the 27-nation bloc’s preparations for 5G, which will have major technological innovations, but […]
Security Scanners Across Europe Tied to China Government, Military
At some of the world’s most sensitive spots, authorities have installed security screening devices made by a single Chinese company with deep ties to China’s military and the highest levels of the ruling Communist Party. The World Economic Forum in Davos. Europe’s largest ports. Airports from Amsterdam to Athens. NATO’s borders with Russia. All depend […]
The idea of an Islamic welfare state is bigger than turning Pakistan into an “Asian tiger”, says Imran Khan
Lahore [Pakistan], January 1 (ANI): Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan said on Saturday that the idea of an Islamic welfare state is bigger than turning Islamabad into an “Asian tiger”. Speaking at the launch of the distribution of the national health card system – Sehat Card in Punjab province, Khan said that some leaders had […]
No surprise because Sweden is signing up for the multinational 6×6 initiative – Shephard Media
Business information Marketing solutions Existing users The South Korean army receives the first anti-aircraft weapons A new air defense system based on an 8×8 chassis has been issued to South Korean troops. CV90 IFV keeps pace with upgrades The CV90 Infantry Fighting Vehicle was first developed in the 1990s and has proven to be a […]
Sweden questions the plan for Europe’s new trade weapons
The EU has not yet revealed its new proposal for a trade tool against coercion to protect the bloc’s geopolitical interests, but it is already facing skepticism. The Swedish government said it was not convinced that the problem was big enough to justify the proposal in the first place, according to a newspaper describing its […]
Comment: Beijing Winter Olympics to unite the world
BEIJING, November 20 (Xinhua) – Calls from some quarters for a boycott of the Beijing 2022 Winter Games pose a serious threat to the ideals and principles on which the Olympic movement was founded. According to the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the three core values of Olympics are excellence, friendship and respect. “Every individual must […]
MEPs face Taiwan’s envoy despite risks in China
TAIPEI – When Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Joseph Wu made an unprecedented trip to Brussels on Friday, it remained unclear whether Europe will face repercussions from China to forge closer ties with the autonomous East Asian island that China claims. China has previously imposed sanctions on EU parliamentarians after the EU sanctioned Chinese officials linked to […]
Hunting for status yields record prices on art
450.3 million dollars or just over 2.8 billion kroner was the final price. The value of special works of art has increased explosively in recent years, but why are some paintings worth more than others? There is an elite of about 650 people who are behind the dealers of the most expensive works of art. […]
The Mayor of Helsinki regrets Finland’s efforts to recruit international experts
Helsingin sanomat newspaper wrote earlier last week, about four international experts who have completed a master’s or doctoral program in Finland but moved back to their home country in Taiwan or elsewhere in Europe. They are currently working in the latest areas such as artificial intelligence and mobile communication systems. The Finnish language was one […]
The seven sins of the alliance system of the United States (part 1)
© Provided by Xinhua – Since the new U.S. administration took office, it has re-enhanced its control of the alliance system under the pretext of returning to multilateralism. – The fact, however, is that the U.S. government aims to build “small circles” and “group politics” to divide the world by forcing others to choose sides […]
Golf victory, Saimaa seals and goose beer: Finland in the world press
Before winning, Castren’s best LPGA ranking was the eighth ranking at the 2020 Drive On Championship in Georgia, USA. Finland’s rare Saimaa tire brands were also in the news this week, when their uncertain future was highlighted. Climate change, the growth of tourism and fishing are the main threats to endangered species – one of […]
Interrogates sugar over massive memory failure in Tibet case
The answer from the other, Robin Glinka, who has previously been a clerk in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is again and again “I do not remember”. The topic of the questions in the Tibet Commission is the ministry’s behavior in connection with the COP 15 climate conference in 2009. At the time, the two […]
Consul General in Tibet: This is an interesting question
The answer from the other, Robin Glinka, who has previously been a clerk in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is again and again “I do not remember”. The topic of the questions in the Tibet Commission is the ministry’s behavior in connection with the COP 15 climate conference in 2009. At the time, the two […]
Denmark improves the expat satisfaction index
COVID-19 ros Another aspect of the report this year concerned satisfaction during the COVID-19 pandemic, and here Denmark performed excellently. “Seven out of ten expatriates in Denmark say that their relocation plans have not been disrupted by COVID-19 (against 63 percent globally). It is mostly their personal travels that have been affected (35 percent versus […]
Sharp increase in local cases of covid-19 in Taiwan
Over the weekend, 386 new local cases of covid-19 were confirmed in Taiwan, which is more than twice as many local cases as were previously confirmed throughout the pandemic. Taiwan introduced strict border controls at an early stage and has in principle escaped the infection. Until a few days ago, only about 150 local cases […]
Fogh rejects criticism of China and sees hope ahead of democracy summit
China will not dictate who will speak at the annual democracy summit in Copenhagen, which will be held on Monday and Tuesday. This is what Anders Fogh Rasmussen, founder of the organization The Alliance of Democracies Foundation, which is holding the summit, says. – The Chinese say we are interfering in their internal affairs by […]
Denmark ranked the 14th best country in connection with the corona
Denmark has been rated as the 14th best country in the world to deal with the Coronavirus crisis according to a list compiled by Bloomberg. Perhaps the latest news that J-Day, the date on which the whole country will be fully vaccinated, has once again been moved – this time to August 8 – has […]
Official: Got politicians to report sick before meeting with Tibetans
The course will be uncovered on Thursday during an interrogation in the Tibet Commission. It examines the handling of official Chinese visits. But it also looks at the increasing pressure that China has put on Denmark – especially when it comes to issues concerning Tibet, Xinjiang and Taiwan. A number of internal emails between the […]
OVERVIEW: Most of the world has shut itself in
This is not a definite ban, and Danish citizens will always be able to travel into Denmark. But if you have traveled abroad anyway, the requirements for testing and quarantine apply when you return home. Only quite a few countries have completely free entry. But countries like Mexico, Taiwan, Brazil and several African countries are […]
Great Chinese maneuvers around Taiwan
In recent weeks, China has sharply stepped up its military activity near Taiwan. Chinese fighter jets have repeatedly approached the autonomous island in large numbers, and China’s fleet practiced earlier this week in the waters around Taiwan. Taiwan’s foreign minister said earlier this week that if China invades, Taiwan will fight “to the end.”
Beware of the coalition’s “boom” in fraud before the election
Australia’s mainstream media is increasing its distortions of the state of the economy. Alan Austin reports. THE FIX is in with the mainstream media, which is already blatantly deceiving voters about Australia’s economy. They know that perceptions of the economy are critical in federal election results. They know that the current poor governance has been […]
Hemp; M was forced to close 20 stores in China due to remarks: Report
Peking [China]April 4 (ANI): The Swedish fashion retailer HM was forced to close 20 stores in China after its statement about forced labor in Xinjiang leading to an uproar among Chinese citizens and authorities. Recently, several companies, including HM and Nike, have come under enormous pressure after saying they were worried about allegations that forced […]
Serious train accident in Taiwan – over 30 dead
So far, 36 people have been confirmed dead in the accident, and many have been injured. The train was on its way from Hualien to Taichung with about 350 passengers, and must have derailed in a tunnel and several carriages must have been thrown against the tunnel wall. According to rescue personnel, many are still […]
‘Boycotts of Xinjiang cotton have become a human rights issue’
Taipei [Taiwan]March 29 (ANI): Boycotting cotton from the Chinese Uyghur region of Xinjiang is no longer just a political issue but has become a human rights issue, said Taiwanese lawmaker Du Si-kun. As China seriously violates the human rights of the Uighur people, it was certain that many consumers would no longer be able to […]
China attacks foreign clothing, shoe brands over Xinjiang
BEIJING – Chinese state television on Thursday called for a boycott of H&M as Beijing cracked down on foreign clothing and footwear brands following Western sanctions against Chinese officials accused of human rights abuses in the Xinjiang region. The ruling Communist Party criticized H&M for saying in March 2020 that it would stop buying cotton […]
‘Finnishness is more than blonde hair and blue eyes’
Alice Jäske sat in the waiting room of his local health center and waited for a plasterboard for a broken leg. "I have to ask, where are you from?" another patient asked him. Jäske has lived in Finland all his life. All the while, he has often had to prove that he is Finnish because […]
First conversation between Biden and Xi
According to a White House statement, Joe Biden emphasized his “fundamental concern” about Beijing’s actions in a number of areas, such as Xinjiang, Hong Kong and Taiwan. From China’s side, state television published a statement that was largely about the need to rebuild relations. The telephone conversation between Joe Biden and Xi Jinping is the […]
Parliament seeks to return Taiwan to the WHO
Trump’s last hand The main opposition party, the Left, was less diplomatic in its response, arguing that it was time to stand up for China bullying smaller nations. So far, the Danish government has made it clear that although it supports Taiwan, which is returning to the WHO, it does not recognize Taiwan as an […]
Majority in the Folketing with proposals: Taiwan will join the WHO
Specifically, according to Jyllands-Posten, the proposal is that the government, together with the United States and the United Kingdom, among others, should support Taiwan’s re-entry as an observer in the WHO’s decision-making body, the World Health Assembly. Here Taiwan sat until 2016, when China got the Taiwanese thrown out. China does not believe that Taiwan […]
The Foreign Chronicle
Beijing, Tuesday. It has been a dizzying year, the Corona year 2020. And so in the beginning of the new, I have dug a little in my archive. Why? Well, to get some perspective. It’s easy to lose my footing in all the dramatic Corona reporting and looking back at least gives me the opportunity […]
From doomscrolling to zooming, the words we picked up in 2020
Each year generates new words or expressions but a year of pandemic perhaps more than others, whether debating “herd immunity”, monitoring the “R rate”, or sharing a “quarantini” on Zoom. Most people will have added several new words to their vocabulary in 2020, many – but not all – coronavirus-related. Some have been around for […]
Taiwan begins construction of its own submarines
The eight submarines will be the first to be built in Taiwan. Taiwan and the United States have found it increasingly difficult to keep pace with China’s rearmament, and the military balance of power has shifted towards China. During the year, China has successfully test-fired a ballistic robot against a moving ship, and during a […]
United States – fifth worst corona affected country
More than 230,000 have died with covid 19 in the United States, which is thus the fifth worst affected country in the world in terms of population. The pandemic has become one of the most important election issues among voters, while Trump’s handling of the situation has come to divide the population. Johan Von Schreeb, […]
Is there gratitude for Trump?
If Trump leaves the post in January, one question remains: How did he participate? The obvious answer is that he weakened and emptied democracy. At the same time, you can point out that he did a service to democracy by bringing us an idea of its vulnerability and vulnerability. Already the Athenians were aware that […]
The Foreign Chronicle
Bangkok, Wednesday. Dear passengers, welcome aboard this flight to Nowhere. So it may sound on October 10 when the airline Quantas will embark on a seven-hour journey that will not take passengers anywhere except back to Sydney after a flight along Australia’s east coast and depending on the weather some sightseeing across the continent. The […]
Hong Kong police ban on support for 12 activists held by China
Hong Kong police on Friday rejected an application by march organizers Civil Human Front (CHRF) to hold a pro-democracy march on October 1, China’s National Day, saying there was a risk of violence and a widespread coronavirus transmission. The organizers had planned to march from Causeway Bay to the Central business district on Thursday, a […]
From Iceland – RIFF & Chill: The Reykjavík International Film Festival will be digital
Make sure your connection is strong and the electricity is on because the Reykjavík International Film Festival is back and you can enjoy this time from your new IKEA sofa. Yes, due to the repeat in 2020, the annual filmmaking of lollapalooza is going online, which means that tickets give you access to special screenings […]
