China Criticizes U.S. Amid George Floyd Protests
China sees the widespread protests in the U.S. as a prime opportunity to condemn what it sees as U.S. hypocrisy in its criticism of other nations' human rights abuses.
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Powerful Cyclone Makes Landfall Near Indian City Of Mumbai
Severe Cyclonic Storm Nisarga was spinning wind gusts up to 75 mph as it made landfall south of the megacity on India's west coast.
Chinese Communist Party Uses Scenes Of Violent Protests In The U.S. For Propaganda
Protests across the U.S. sparked by George Floyd's death have created an unlikely opportunity — for China. The scenes of violence became a propaganda gold mine for the ruling Communist Party.
Indonesia Cancels Hajj Pilgrimage, Citing Risks Of Travel During Pandemic
"Our religion teaches us that saving lives is an obligation. That is the consideration in this policy," Minister of Religious Affairs Fachrul Razi says.
Hong Kong Police Block Tiananmen Square Vigil, Citing Coronavirus Concerns
The rally has been held each year since 1990 to commemorate the protest in Tiananmen Square, where the Chinese military opened fire on citizens who were calling for economic and democratic reforms.
Swarms Of Locusts Are The Latest Threat To India Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
On top of rising infections, a cyclone and 100 million people out of work, India has another problem: An invasion of locusts — the worst in 25 years.
A Look At The Latest Updates In Hong Kong
After China's central government asserted more direct authority over Hong Kong, President Trump announced his intent to revoke Hong Kong's special customs status and take other steps.
COVID-19 Outbreak Overwhelms Yemeni City Of Aden
In Yemen's hospitals, the medical staff have become the patients. With the beds filled, sick members of the public are turned away, and aid groups say a "catastrophe" is unfolding.
Trump, Retaliating Against Beijing, Revokes Privileges For Hong Kong
President Trump says the U.S. would take a number of steps after China's central government asserted more direct authority over Hong Kong, which it had pledged to treat differently.
President Trump Announces The End Of Special Relationship With Hong Kong
President Trump announced a set of measures on Hong Kong on Friday, after China announced earlier this week that it was going to impose new national security measures in the city.