Asia Pacific – Page 924 – Prologue Journal

Singaporeans weigh morality in politics as adultery and corruption sagas ‘blow up’

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Ordinary Singaporeans have been left in a daze by the week’s political whiplash. But can a romantic affair really be equated with a high-profile corruption probe? https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3228523/singaporeans-weigh-morality-politics-adultery-and-corruption-sagas-blow?utm_source=rss_feed

4 held over India naked women video, may face death penalty

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The suspects were identified from a video clip of the incident in May that went viral on social media this week, which showed women walking naked along a street, being jeered at and harassed…

Cambodia: Hun Sen’s son, West Point graduate, set to take reins of power – but will he bring change?

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The autocratic PM says he’s ready to hand the premiership to his oldest son, Hun Manet, whose warm smile and soft tone – in stark contrast to his father’s stern look – and academic…

Chinguamiga Was Born in Korea, but Shines in Mexico

New York Times Fleeing the strictures of modern life in a hypercompetitive South Korea, a young woman found a calmer way of life in Mexico — and millions of social media followers. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/21/world/americas/sujin-kim-chinguamiga-mexico-korea.html

Lawmakers Challenge Ford and Chinese Battery Partner Over Forced Labor

New York Times Republicans are raising fresh concerns about CATL, the battery maker Ford is working with to bring new technology to the U.S., and its connections to Xinjiang. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/21/business/economy/ford-china-battery-catl.html

Seoul expects Beijing to play ‘constructive’ role on North Korea even as both diverge over sanctions

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. South Korea is not expecting China to ‘solve the North Korea problem’ despite urging it to play a more constructive role in ensuring stability, observers say. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3228483/seoul-expects-beijing-play-constructive-role-north-korea-even-both-diverge-over-sanctions?utm_source=rss_feed

1 dead, 3 injured in Seoul subway station stabbing

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The attack took place near Exit 4 of the Sillim Subway Station in the South Korean capital. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3228470/1-dead-3-injured-seoul-subway-station-stabbing?utm_source=rss_feed

“Glory to Hong Kong” Injunction Ruling Will Be Made Next Week

New York Times The government wants to prohibit “Glory to Hong Kong,” saying it defames China’s national anthem, in a case that could force Google to restrict access to the song. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/21/business/glory-to-hong-kong-injunction.html

Seah Kian Peng to be nominated as Singapore’s new parliament speaker amid political scandals

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Seah will be nominated at the next sitting of parliament in August following the resignation of his predecessor Tan Chuan-Jin over an extramarital affair. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3228445/seah-kian-peng-be-nominated-singapores-new-parliament-speaker-amid-political-scandals?utm_source=rss_feed

Indonesian market ends ‘brutally cruel’ dog and cat meat slaughter, caving to years of pressure

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The Tomohon Extreme Market will be dog and cat meat-free after images of animals being bludgeoned while still alive had sparked outrage. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3228440/indonesian-market-ends-brutally-cruel-dog-and-cat-meat-slaughter-caving-years-pressure?utm_source=rss_feed