Stampedes in Nigeria leave at least 32 dead in a rush to get Christmas gifts December 22, 2024 at 01:04AM

Tragically, stampedes at two Nigerian Christmas charity events claimed 32 lives, including children. Crowd surges occurred as people desperately sought food amidst a severe cost-of-living crisis. Twenty-two died in Anambra state, while ten perished in Abuja. Police are investigating these incidents, highlighting the need for improved safety measures at such events.

Xi Jinping’s anti-corruption drive targets record number of ‘tigers’ this year December 22, 2024 at 12:16AM

China's anti-corruption campaign under President Xi Jinping reached a new peak in 2024, with a record 56 high-ranking officials investigated, a 25% surge from 2023. The campaign has intensified scrutiny on central party agencies and the military, including the PLA Rocket Force, while cases in the financial sector decreased.

Survey sparks concerns over lack of vigilance among young Taiwanese towards Chinese threats December 21, 2024 at 11:17PM

A recent Taiwanese survey reveals alarmingly low support among young people for regulating pro-China influencers. Less than 40% of those aged 20-24 favor legal measures against influencers promoting unification, compared to much higher support in other age groups. Experts warn this indicates a concerning lack of awareness about Chinese influence campaigns, particularly among youth exposed to Chinese social media.