Covid-19 has revealed more clearly than ever before the nature and relentlessness of the ruling Chinese Communist Party's ambition to place itself at the center of global power and influence. ( read original story ...)
China’s Hubei province, where virus was first detected, eases lockdown
Vivi Wu China’s central province of Hubei, where the coronavirus was first detected, lowered its emergency response level on Saturday in the latest relaxation of lockdowns. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong calls foreign criticism of crackdown on pro-democracy figures ‘irresponsible’
Hong Kong’s government calls allegations from the US, UK and European parliament ‘totally unfounded’ ... ( read original story ...)
China condemns US tweet on Taiwan exclusion from UN
China has condemned a US tweet backing Taiwan's push for participation at the United Nations as the global body works with its 193 member states to tackle the coronavirus pandemic. Beijing's diplomati ... ( read original story ...)
China Opposes Taiwan Participation in U.N. After U.S. Tweet
China said it firmly opposes any participation by Taiwan in the United Nations as it responded to a tweet by the U.S. mission to the international body for the island to become involved. ( read original story ...)
US tweets support for Taiwan, sparking opposition from China
The United States tweeted its support for Taiwan’s participation in the United Nations Friday, provoking a sharp response from China expressing “strong indignation and firm opposition.” The tweet from ... ( read original story ...)
Brunei reports no new Covid-19 cases for 12 straight days
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN: Brunei reported no new cases of Covid-19 (coronavirus) on Saturday morning (May 2) with the national tally of cases standing at 138, marking the 12th day in a row without new ... ( read original story ...)
Georgia’s governor said they could reopen. More than 50 restauranteurs said in a newspaper ad they’re not ready
Owners of more than 120 of Georgia's most popular restaurants announced this week they won't be reopening their doors just yet, despite getting a green light to do so from the governor. ( read original story ...)
Georgia Businesses Free to Reopen as Other U.S. States Begin Unwinding Shutdowns
Nearly every business in Georgia was free to reopen on Friday after being shut for weeks, in a move closely watched by the U.S. government and other states to see if the lifting of restrictions ... ( read original story ...)
Georgia budget writers ask agencies to ready cuts amid virus
Forecasting a major blow to the state's economy and revenue collections due to the coronavirus pandemic, Georgia lawmakers in charge of the state budget sent a memo on Friday asking agencies to ... ( read original story ...)