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Netizens Hail Chinese Envoy’s France Pushback
The Chinese ambassador to France won widespread support from the Chinese public after he pushed back against radical words and deeds by some French politicians and pseudo-scholars over China’s internal affairs in Xinjiang. The ambassador shrugged off French complaints and sought…
Actor Hugh Grant Accuses Boris Johnson’s Govt of Exploiting Pandemic to Enrich Friends and Donors
Concerns have been raised by anti-corruption watchdogs after companies with close ties to British officials were awarded lucrative contracts during the pandemic. The Prime Minister himself has been subject to criticism over the costly improvements made to his official residence…
Intel Enters Global Chipmaking Race, Pledges $20bn To Arizona Fab Amid Global Semiconductor Shortage
Plans to build the new foundry comes amid a massive global shortage of key technologies and increasing rivalry between governments and companies amid the ongoing trade and tech wars between Washington and Beijing. Intel Corp announced plans on Wednesday to…
India’s Stock Markets Nosedive as Investors Take Fright At Double Mutant Variant Coronavirus
India’s health ministry said it has identified a new double mutant variant of the coronavirus across half the country’s states as well as many other strains or variants
I Order You…to Rest! Citigroup CEO Urges Employees to Take Vacation to Cope With Toll of Pandemic
Citigroup is among the numerous companies revising their work culture in response to changes brought about by the coronavirus. Some firms like Ford Motor Company have told their employees that they can continue to work from home even after the…