On January 31, 2024, the US Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing on child safety and online platforms, where the CEOs of five major tech companies testified: Mark Zuckerberg of Meta, Shou Zi Chew of TikTok, Jack Dorsey of X, Evan Spiegel of Snap, and Jason Citron of Discord. The hearing was supposed to focus on the harms and risks …

China is one of the most formidable and persistent cyber adversaries of the US, posing a serious threat to the US national security, economic interests, and democratic values. China has been conducting cyber espionage, theft, sabotage, and influence operations against the US government, military, businesses, academia, and civil society, seeking to gain strategic advantages, undermine US competitiveness, and shape US …

Satoshi Kirishima was one of Japan’s most-wanted fugitives, who had been on the run for nearly half a century. He was a member of the East Asia Anti-Japan Armed Front, a radical left-wing terrorist group that carried out a series of bombings against Japanese corporations in the 1970s, killing and injuring hundreds of people. He was wanted for his involvement …

Indonesia is scheduled to hold its 2024 presidential election on Feb 14, 2024, which will determine the successor of President Joko Widodo, popularly known as Jokowi, who is on his second and final term. The election is expected to be a tight and heated contest, as three prominent candidates have emerged to vie for the presidency. The candidates are: Prabowo …

A new generation of heroes has formed in the colorful fabric of Philippine history; they are people whose bravery, tenacity, and commitment have had a profound effect on society. These contemporary Filipino heroes are rewriting history, igniting social change, and leaving a lasting legacy for the country. 1. Manny Pacquiao – The Boxing Legend untitled design 1 1 Outside of …

The Philippines is planning to buy its first submarines as part of its military modernization program, which aims to defend its sovereignty and interests in the disputed South China Sea. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has approved the third phase of the program, which includes the acquisition of two diesel-electric submarines, among other assets and capabilities. The plan is estimated to …

Japan is a East Asian country with a population of about 126 million and a GDP of about $5 trillion. The country is known for its advanced technology, rich culture, and pacifist constitution. The country is a close ally of the U.S. and a member of the G7, the UN, and other international organizations. China is a neighboring country of …

South Korea is scheduled to hold its 21st legislative elections on April 15, 2024, which will determine the composition of the 300-member National Assembly for the next four years. The elections are seen as a crucial test for the ruling Democratic Party and its leader, President Moon Jae-in, who will face his final year in office in 2025. The elections …

Malaysia is a Southeast Asian country with a population of about 32 million and a GDP of about $365 billion. The country is known for its rich natural resources, such as oil, gas, palm oil, and rubber, as well as its diverse and multicultural society.  The country has been a member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) since …

TikTok is a popular social media app that allows users to create and share short videos, often with music, filters, and effects.  The app, which was launched in 2016 by the Chinese company ByteDance, has over 1 billion active users worldwide, and is especially popular among young people. The app features various content categories, such as comedy, dance, education, sports, …