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How China Is Erasing Hong Kong’s Tiananmen Square Memories
Authorities in Hong Kong have been actively removing books about the Tiananmen Square Massacre from library shelves to silence the past. But communities overseas are keeping the legacy alive.
Tiananmen Square: Taiwan Hopes for Future ‘Without Fear’
On the 34th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square crackdown, President Tsai voiced hope that China’s youth will soon be able to freely express themselves. More than 20 people were detained at a vigil in Hong Kong.
North Korea Space Launch Fails After Rocket Crashes Into Sea
Authorities in Japan and South Korea lifted evacuation warnings not long after the launch. North Korea had previously announced its intention to launch a military spy satellite.
Japan: Animal Rights Activists Condemn Centuries-Old Ritual
A shrine in central Japan is defending a popular ritual that often sees the horses taking part mistreated or injured. Animal rights activists say it's about tourism and money, not history.
Malaysian Authorities Seize Rainbow Swatch Watches
Homosexuality is illegal in Malaysia and many LGBT events and symbols are suppressed.
Thailand: Opposition Parties Meet for Tricky Coalition Talks
In closed-door negotiations, the liberal Move Forward Party and five other parties might struggle for consensus among each other on some issues, including Thailand’s strict lese majeste law.
Thailand Elections: Opposition Receives Overwhelming Support
Despite opinion polls suggesting the likelihood of a change in government, a history of military coups, court orders, and junta-formulated 2017 constitution sustain fears of the military’s continued rule.
Japan: Public Reluctant To Defend Taiwan Should China Invade
A new opinion poll has found that over half of the Japanese population is of the opinion that the Japan Self-Defense Forces should not become involved in fighting if China invades Taiwan.
Journalist Maria Ressa Fights on for Press Freedom
Philippine investigative journalist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Ressa warns how disinformation campaigns are eroding democracy at home — and globally.
China Says Taiwan Publisher Under ‘Security Investigation’
Li was arrested in Shanghai while on a visit to finalize his nationalization as a Taiwanese citizen, according to Taiwanese media.