BIZARRE: 2 - What They Never Told You

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.

The News Lens · May 12, 2023

Dispatches from The Outlaw Ocean Episode 4: The Magic Pipe

What is the dark art of a Magic Pipe?

The News Lens · May 12, 2023

Youth Party Seeks to Move Thailand Forward from Army Control

Pheu Thai and Move Forward share a desire to get the army out of politics and they could form a coalition if their combined seats exceed the majority.

The News Lens · May 11, 2023

‘Rally Road Racers’ Is Derivative Fun with Chinese Characteristics

To save his grandma's home from demolition, a young race car driver competes against a vainglorious reigning champion and wins by finding his Dao.

The News Lens · May 5, 2023

Dispatches from The Outlaw Ocean Episode 3: Dreamers of a Floating World

Does the tiny floating nation of Sealand actually exist?

The News Lens · May 5, 2023

Experts: China Finds Threat in Latest Move by Us-South Korea Alliance

From China’s point of view, President Yoon Suk Yeol is expanding South Korea’s military reach — or seems to be — into the Taiwan Strait, experts say.

The News Lens · May 5, 2023

Jeepney Drivers in the Philippines Brace for Public Transport Overhaul

The Philippine government plans to phase out traditional public jeepneys, the iconic Filipino version of a minibus that originated from American military jeeps from World War II. Workers say it’s killing the only jobs they know that could support them and their families.

The News Lens · May 4, 2023

China’s Defense Ties With Cambodia Raise Red Flags for Vietnam

Hanoi fears that China is using Cambodia as a tool to pressure Vietnam on its southern border.

The News Lens · May 4, 2023

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.

The News Lens · May 3, 2023

Pro-Beijing Politicians Urge Hong Kong to Scrap the Gay Games 2023

Conservatives are urging national security authorities to step in and cancel the Games. But even if the event goes ahead as planned, participants will have to abide by new rally rules.

The News Lens · Apr 28, 2023