An editorial published on China Daily on Tuesday night entitled “China-haters’ hypocrisy knows no bounds” takes aim at US and UK leaders who have spoken out against new security legislation designed to crack down on protests in Hong Kong. … [Read more...] about China Daily takes aim at ‘haters’ over Hong Kong security law
Nobel laureates seek probe of canceled grant
"The continued politicization of science during this pandemic crisis is an alarming trend that is risking not only the integrity of science, but also the lives of citizens. Scientific research must remain clear of the partisanship that divides the nation and must be the foundation for sound policymaking during and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic," Corb added. … [Read more...] about Nobel laureates seek probe of canceled grant
Census’ importance emphasized amid racism in pandemic
The museum has been seeking advice from Ouyang, who was once appointed by president Bill Clinton to serve as a special assistant to the US Commission on Civil Rights. "We are assuring and reassuring people that whatever information they put on the census form will never be used against them," she said. "Federal law protects one's census response. Wrongful disclosure of census information could led to a fine of up to $250,000 or a maximum jail sentence of five years." … [Read more...] about Census’ importance emphasized amid racism in pandemic
Contact tracing raises concerns over privacy
China was one of the first countries to launch a contact tracing app installed on WeChat and Alipay. It uses software to monitor temperature and determines with a color code — green for well, yellow for a person who has come into contact with an infected person, red for sick — whether someone is safe to go outside. People in some provinces must scan a QR code before traveling. … [Read more...] about Contact tracing raises concerns over privacy
China gets aggressive against India on LAC to deflect global pressure
China does not seem to be in the mood to de-escalate tensions, as Sino-Indian troops have held several rounds of talks since the border skirmish took place on May 5. An article published in China's official newspaper Global Times on this issue has cautioned India to stop thinking about China from the perspective of Western countries, thereby, hinting not to toe the line of the rest of world. … [Read more...] about China gets aggressive against India on LAC to deflect global pressure
