U.S. small businesses remain impacted amid tariff truce

August 18, 2015

Intel to delve into augmented reality, reality TV

Intel is demonstrating its commitment to the so-called Internet of Things by delving into both augmented reality and reality TV.

August 18, 2015

Pre-owned housing market heats up in China

New home sales are picking up in China’s major cities, but sales of pre-owned, or in Chinese second-hand homes, are doing even better.

August 18, 2015

Miami beaches feel the heat from Cuban competition

In a new era of U.S.-Cuba relations, new waves of enthusiastic American tourists are expected to crash onto the island nation’s shores. That’s causing anxiety among Cuba’s tropical neighbors, who are worried about the new competition for tourist dollars. Miami is no exception.

August 18, 2015

Tehran, Moscow to be part of Syria peace plan

A new peace initiative by the United Nations Security Council comes after the council hasn’t been able to agree on how to end the bloodshed in Syria after years of trying.

August 18, 2015

NYC battles historic Legionnaires’ disease outbreak

The outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease hitting New York City is the worst in the city’s history.

August 18, 2015

This is why single women can’t freeze their eggs in China

Chinese director and actress Xu Jinglei recently faced criticism for having her eggs frozen in the United States in July. In China, as an unmarried woman, she is prohibited from freezing her eggs.

August 18, 2015

Watch this flashlight turn into a machine gun

Drake from the American firearm design company Magpul seems to agree with the company, that in the U.S., perhaps, one might need a machine gun attached to their flashlight when walking the dog, or taking out the trash.

August 18, 2015

Sri Lankan prime minister defeats former president in elections

Sri Lanka’s prime minister defeated the country’s former strongman in parliamentary elections, according to results released Tuesday, blocking a key step of his bid to return to power seven months after he lost the presidency.

August 18, 2015

Watermelon farmer sleeping in rain pulls at China’s heartstrings

A picture of a farmer napping in the rain next to his watermelon stand has struck a chord with Chinese netizens.

August 18, 2015

DC’s first cat cafe hopes to find purr-fect homes for felines

This summer, Washington D.C. cat lovers have a new place to enjoy a cup of coffee and hang out with their favorite feline friends. As D.C.’s first cat cafe, Crumbs & Whiskers, wants to bring a little happiness to people and forever homes for cats.

August 18, 2015

Parents let child defecate in plane cabin, triggering criticism

A Chinese couple have provoked public criticism after they let their child defecate in the cabin of a Guangzhou-bound plane last Sunday.

August 18, 2015

See how this old Chinese house got a major modern makeover

A major home renovation in Shanghai has Chinese internet users abuzz. The Zhou family’s three-floor home in Shanghai’s Shikumen neighborhood was tiny and difficult to navigate. Each floor was about 12 square meters (129 square feet) and the bathroom was only one square meter (11 […]

August 18, 2015

India-Bangladesh soldiers at border exchange sweets on 69th Independence Day

Security forces stationed along the Bangladesh border in Fulbari near eastern Siliguri city exchanged sweets with Border Guards Bangladesh on India’s 69th Independence Day on Saturday.

August 18, 2015

China currency devaluation causes global ripple

Global markets rebounded Thursday after solid falls following China’s sudden move this week to devalue its currency.

August 18, 2015

The US drone market gets competitive

The drone market has become an increasingly competitive field, where startups like Hexo Plus are working to make drones even simpler.

August 18, 2015

No survivors for crashed plane in Indonesia

Bad weather hampered the efforts to retrieve bodies from the crashed Indonesian aircraft in the remote Papua region of the country on Tuesday, according to the country’s Search and Rescue Agency.

August 18, 2015

Chinese among dead in Bangkok blast

At least 22 people were killed and over 100 others injured as of Tuesday morning in the deadly explosion that hit downtown Bangkok on Monday night.

August 18, 2015

Latin America sees more European immigration

A new study shows for the first time in more than a decade more Europeans emigrated to Latin and the Caribbean, than the other way around.

August 18, 2015

Tianjin mourns victims amid environmental concerns

Environmental authorities in Tianjin are concerned that rains could complicate rescue efforts and further spread dangerous chemicals and other pollutants leaked from the warehouse that was at the center of last week’s deadly explosions.

August 17, 2015

China’s devaluing of the Yuan hurts Indonesia

With the US dollar strengthening and the Chinese Central Bank devaluing the yuan, the Indonesian rupiah fell below its lowest level since the 1998 Asian crisis.

August 17, 2015

A changing Myanmar means more growth

Much has changed in Myanmar since its democratic transition to an elected civilian government in 2011. The government has pushed forward economic and political reforms that have had an impact on the country.

August 17, 2015

Myanmar floods hurt huge rice export

Myanmar is the world’s sixth largest rice exporter but after weeks of massive flooding, the country has suspended shipments abroad.

August 17, 2015

US compensation claims sit unresolved in Cuba

Cuba and the United States may have restored diplomatic relations but there remains a whole range of unresolved disputes.

August 17, 2015

Huge crowd calls for Brazil president’s impeachment

Less than a year into her second term, Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff is facing new calls for her impeachment. Amid a troubled economy and the massive Petrobras bribery scandal, Rousseff’s approval rating has sunk to 8 percent, making her Brazil’s most unpopular president since the […]

August 17, 2015

Foreign Policy expert on South Sudan peace talks

Leaders from South Sudan’s warring factions are in Ethiopia in a last ditch effort to sign a peace deal ahead of Monday’s deadline to end the country’s civil war.

August 17, 2015

The Heat: Examining Brazil’s problems

For the third time this year, Brazilians took to the streets in massive protests against the government and President Dilma Rousseff. Rousseff said she will not consider resigning despite an 8 percent approval rating, calls for early elections and her impeachment with some even urging military intervention.

August 17, 2015

India’s saltwater garden offers hope to farmers as seas rise

On a sun-scorched wasteland near India’s southern tip, an unlikely garden filled with spiky shrubs and spindly greens is growing, seemingly against all odds.

August 17, 2015

Tianjin air, water quality monitored; Death toll now at 114

Rescue work in Tianjin, China, continued nearly six days after a chemical fire and two enormous explosions took the lives of 114 people. An additional 70 people are still missing, most of whom are firefighters. Authorities have also identified 54 of the dead, while anxious […]

August 17, 2015

Debris spotted of Indonesian plane that carried 54 people

An airplane with 54 people on board that crashed in the mountains of eastern Indonesia was carrying nearly half a million dollars in government cash for poor families to help offset a spike in fuel prices, an official said Monday.

August 17, 2015

More than 2 dozen dead in Bangkok after explosion hits holy shrine

A bomb on a motorcycle exploded on Monday just outside a Hindu shrine in the center of the Thai capital, killing at least 27 and injuring 78, police and a rescue worker said.

August 16, 2015

World War II Pacific Memorial Hall to open in San Francisco

The World War II Pacific Memorial Hall, honoring Chinese veterans, has opened in San Francisco.

August 16, 2015

Changsha: Scene of China’s largest WWII battles

During World War II, the city of Changsha was an integral commercial center and as the capital of Hunan Province it was long a target for the Japanese military.

August 16, 2015

Protests erupt in Brazil

Hundreds of thousands of Brazilians are protesting against their government. They want President Dilma Rousseff to resign- amid a whirlwind of corruption allegations, and an economic slowdown.

August 16, 2015

Myanmar veterans honored for service but lacking support

A small ceremony was held at the British Rangoon War Cemetery on Saturday to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II. Among those honored were Karen men who served alongside British soldiers. But this recognition by the British government has not […]

August 16, 2015

Peace deal before Monday’s deadline unlikely in South Sudan

Chances of a peace deal for South Sudan are looking remote. Although President Salva Kiir Mayardit has finally agreed to attend the peace talks, his staff have condemned the efforts of regional mediators. They’ve also warned they won’t meet Monday’s deadline.

August 16, 2015

Authorities call for extreme efforts in rescue operation in Tianjin

A press conference was held on Sunday morning to provide the latest information on the Tianjin disaster. Authorities say they’re continuing all-out efforts in the search and rescue operation.

August 15, 2015

Cuba’s fledgling private sector caters to tourists

One of the reasons U.S. President Barack Obama gave for restoring diplomatic relations with Cuba and making it easier for U.S. citizens to travel to the island, was to help boost Cuba’s fledgling private businesses. There has already been a significant increase in U.S. visitors […]

August 15, 2015

Japan PM: shouldn’t have to keep apologizing for WWII

70 years ago, Emperor Hirohito announced Japan’s unconditional surrender to end World War II. Current Emperor Akihito is expressing “deep remorse” for Japan’s actions and says he hopes the ravages of war “will never be repeated.” But the island nation is divided on how it […]

August 15, 2015

Some argue videos can teach war history

Video games didn’t exist when World War II ended 70 years ago, obviously, but its battlefields are popular locations for many games today.

August 15, 2015

Pau Gasol: Empowering Young People

Pau Gasol is an Olympian and All-Star NBA player. Originally from Spain, Pau now plays for the Chicago Bulls. But, it’s his heart that separates him from so many other professional athletes. While playing for the Los Angeles Lakers for six-and-a-half seasons, Gasol made an […]

August 15, 2015

Nomadic Climber & Environmental Preservationist: Alex Honnold

Alex Honnold is one of the best rock climbers on earth. What makes this gifted athlete so rare is that he often climbs some of the tallest cliffs with no rope to protect him if he falls.

August 15, 2015

Full Frame: Greg Louganis, US Olympian and Activist

Decades ago, American Olympic diving champion Greg Louganis set records that have yet to be broken. Despite all his professional accomplishments, the iconic athlete and activist faced countless challenges in his personal life. He battled depression, overcame bullying and was diagnosed with HIV.

August 15, 2015

For the Love of the Sea, Surfing and Sculpting: Vince Broglio

While vacationing in Hawaii in the 1970’s, Vince Broglio fell in love with surfing.

August 15, 2015

A look at the Americans who helped the Chinese Air Force

One hundred pilots and 200 technicians were recruited as “volunteers” for the Chinese Air Force. Their mission: to help defeat the Japanese. They were dubbed “The Flying Tigers.”

August 15, 2015

Chinese veterans recall the forgotten history

Chinese troops didn’t just fight against Japanese invasion on their own land. A hundred thousand of them were sent to China’s neighbor Myanmar, today’s Burma, during World War II.

August 15, 2015

Son of WWII airmen KIA recounts his journey to find answers

During the war, thousands of U.S. airmen would take off on bombing runs, never to return. 23-thousand planes were lost in combat. For the families left behind, there would always be a gnawing uncertainty what happened and how did they die. One man who lost […]

August 15, 2015

New blasts at Tianjin site, death toll rises to 104

China’s energy watchdog on Saturday demanded safety checks on facilities and systems that involve dangerous chemicals or explosives following the deadly Tianjin blasts.

August 15, 2015

Japanese PM Shinzo Abe stops short of new WWII apology

This was the moment most foreign and Japanese media had been waiting for. The content of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s statement, for the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II.

August 15, 2015

10 years since Israel pulled troops from region

The Zusmans lived in their Gaza settlement home for 24 years. When Israel evacuated 25 settlements, overnight they went from an expansive, five-bedroom home to a thirty meter room.

August 15, 2015

Musical about the Qin dynasty opens in the US

The terracotta warriors have made their American stage debut. A musical about the ancient Qin dynasty in China has premiered in the U.S.

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