GANGNEUNG, South Korea — The prospect of seeing a unified Korean women’s ice hockey team return to action at the 2022 Winter Olympics would be welcomed by International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), who believe it…
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Philippines: Risks rising with China challenging US at sea
“Whereas before the South China Sea was dominated by the U.S. 7th Fleet, now the Chinese navy is starting to challenge the dominance,” Sto. Romana told a news forum in Manila. “I think we will…
The Latest: Beijing Olympics will add 2 women’s hockey teams
PYEONGCHANG, Korea, Republic Of — The Latest on the Pyeongchang Olympics (all times local): 11:50 a.m. The women’s hockey tournament will increase from eight to 10 teams for the 2022 Olympics in Beijing. International Ice…
John Kelly, Chinese officials caused commotion over nuclear football in Beijing, report says
President Donald Trump has boasted repeatedly about his big and powerful “nuclear button” — but according to a new report, it almost got away from him last year in China. According to Axios, five sources…
Lego builds foundations in China classrooms as old markets slow
The educational push in China goes beyond what Lego does in other markets, in part a nod to the country’s disciplined focus on learning but also a reflection of how the market is booming in…
As China concerns grow, India looks to build military presence in Seychelles
China has a lot of money to spend … The new agreement, which according to the Seychelles News Agency will be valid for an initial 20-year period once ratified, includes a clause that allows the…
China launches anti-poverty drive in restive Xinjiang
A three-year poverty eradication plan will focus on the northwestern region’s 22 poorest counties, the official Xinhua news agency reported on Sunday. China launched a major security operation in the Muslim-majority territory in response to…
Carpio: Any level-headed observer won’t trust China
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China’s Xinjiang region unveils poverty relief plan
SHANGHAI, Feb 18 (Reuters) – China’s northwestern Xinjiang is planning a poverty relief scheme targeting the restive region’s 22 poorest counties, the official Xinhua news agency reported on Sunday. Xinjiang, a huge region bordering Central…
China slams Britain over plans to sail warship through South China Sea
CHINA’S state-run media has issued a blistering attack on Britain following its announcement of an upcoming voyage in the South China Sea. Earlier this week, British Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson confirmed a Type 23 frigate…
Navy officer: US won’t be bullied by China in S. China Sea
ABOARD USS CARL VINSON, Philippines – A Navy officer aboard a mammoth U.S. aircraft carrier brimming with F18 fighter jets said American forces will continue to patrol the South China Sea wherever “international law allows…
China warns Trump over potential steel and aluminum tariffs
a senior official at China’s Commerce Ministry, according to a report Saturday by state-run news agency Xinhua. The short article didn’t provide further details on how Beijing might respond. Ross’ recommendations came in the middle…
China’s Hui Muslims fearful Chinese New Year education ban a sign of curbs to come
GUANGHE, China (Reuters) – For some in China’s ethnic Hui Muslim minority here, a recent ban on young people engaging in religious education in mosques is an unwelcome interference in how they lead their lives.…
