Kwao Peppeh
China Honors Armed Police Officer Killed in Terrorist Attack in Somalia
| Kwao Peppeh | | Aug 02, 2015 06:06 AM EDT |
China's Armed Police Force has paid respect to an officer killed in a terrorist attack on the Jazeera Palace Hotel in the Somali capital Mogadishu this past week. Zhang Nan, an 11-year veteran who worked with the Chinese embassy in Somalia, was posthumously conferred the title of "Loyal Guardian."
Chinese Hackers Blamed for University of Connecticut's Data Breach, U.S. to Retaliate Alleged Chinese Cyberattacks
| Kwao Peppeh | | Aug 01, 2015 07:57 AM EDT |
The U.S University of Connecticut (UConn) has been hit by hackers who stole credit card and social security details of over 5,000 students, alumni, faculty members and research partners.
China Marks 88th Anniversary of the People's Liberation Army
| Kwao Peppeh | | Aug 01, 2015 06:13 AM EDT |
China's Ministry of Defense has commemorated the 88th anniversary of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) with a reception on Friday. Defense Minister Chang Wanquan, who hosted the event, pledged to continue to strengthen the military and uphold the rule of law.
China to Host 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games
| Kwao Peppeh | | Jul 31, 2015 12:33 PM EDT |
China has been chosen to host the 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games on Friday after delegates of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) held a secret vote in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Gen. Guo Boxiong: Former Chinese Military Leader Arrested for Corruption
| Kwao Peppeh | | Jul 31, 2015 06:48 AM EDT |
The Communist Party of China on Thursday dismissed a former commander of the People's Liberation Army (PLA). Gen. Guo Boxiong has also been arrested and placed under investigation for corruption.
Hundreds of Students Break into Taiwan's Ministry of Education to Protest Pro-China Textbook Revisions
| Kwao Peppeh | | Jul 31, 2015 05:48 AM EDT |
Hundreds of students on Friday sieged Taiwan's Ministry of Education building in Taipei to express their grievance over proposed changes to the country's high school curricula. The protesters claim the curriculum modification is aimed at promoting the interests of Beijing.
China Warns U.S. Against Hyping 'Chinese Military Threat' in South China Sea
| Kwao Peppeh | | Jul 30, 2015 10:31 AM EDT |
A spokesman for China Defense Ministry on Thursday cautioned the U.S. against placing emphasis on the military threat that China possesses due to the country's activities in the South China Sea.
UK Denies Ai Weiwei Extended 6 Months Visa Over 'False Representation' of Alleged Criminal Conviction
| Kwao Peppeh | | Jul 30, 2015 08:08 AM EDT |
The British Embassy in Beijing has denied an application for a six-month business visa by Chinese artist and activist Ai Weiwei. Instead, Ai was granted a 20-day entry clearance because the embassy said he failed to truthfully declare that he has a criminal record in China.
Abbot of the Shaolin Temple Accused of Corruption, Sexual Misconduct
| Kwao Peppeh | | Jul 30, 2015 07:24 AM EDT |
The abbot of China's legendary Shaolin Temple - reputed for martial arts and the practice of Zen Buddhism - has been accused of embezzlement, womanizing and fathering several illegitimate children.
Myanmar President Pardons Thousands of Prisoners - Including 155 Imprisoned Chinese Loggers
| Kwao Peppeh | | Jul 30, 2015 04:50 AM EDT |
Myanmar President U Thein Sein on Thursday granted presidential pardon to nearly 7,000 prisoners ahead of a national Buddhist holiday. The released prisoners include 155 Chinese nationals who were sentenced for illegal logging earlier this month.
Chinese Shares Rebound from Losing Streak
| Kwao Peppeh | | Jul 29, 2015 09:37 AM EDT |
China's main stock index posted gains on Wednesday after plunging by about 10 percent following three straight days of losses.
White House Rejects 2-Year-Old Petition Seeking Edward Snowden's Pardon
| Kwao Peppeh | | Jul 29, 2015 09:20 AM EDT |
The White House has responded to a petition with more than 167,000 signatures seeking the pardon of National Security Agency (NSA) whistle blower Edward Snowden. Officials turned down the petition on Tuesday, reiterating that Snowden's actions had dire national security implications.
China Conducts Military Drill in Disputed South China Sea Involving Live Fire, Philippines Calls for Transparency
| Kwao Peppeh | | Jul 29, 2015 07:07 AM EDT |
Tension continues to rise over the disputed South China Sea as China conducted a military exercise involving live firing on Tuesday to improve its maritime battle capabilities.
Turkish President Erdogan Begins Official Visit to Beijing: Uighurs Situation, Missile System Deal Looms in Discussions
| Kwao Peppeh | | Jul 29, 2015 06:25 AM EDT |
The President of Turkey Tayyip Erdogan arrived in Beijing on Wednesday to commence his much anticipated visit to China. The visit by the Turkish leader - his first to China - comes amid tensions over the alleged mistreatment and migration of Uighurs in China as well as the prospect of reviving a long-range missile defense system deal between both nations.
Iraq Releases Peking University Student Arrested on Suspicion of Fighting for ISIS
| Kwao Peppeh | | Jul 28, 2015 05:40 AM EDT |
A Chinese archaeology student, who was arrested in Iraq on suspicion of being a member of the Islamic State, has been released after investigations revealed that he has no ties with the terrorist organization.
Subscribe to CHINATOPIX !
Sign up for our free weekly newsletter for the latest in-depth coverage!
EDITOR'S PICKS
-
Did the Trump administration just announce plans for a trade war with ‘hostile’ China and Russia?
-
US Senate passes Taiwan travel bill slammed by China
-
As Yan Sihong’s family grieves, here are other Chinese students who went missing abroad. Some have never been found
-
Beijing blasts Western critics who ‘smear China’ with the term sharp power
-
China Envoy Seeks to Defuse Tensions With U.S. as a Trade War Brews
-
Singapore's Deputy PM Provides Bitcoin Vote of Confidence Amid China's Blanket Bans
-
China warns investors over risks in overseas virtual currency trading
-
Chinese government most trustworthy: survey
-
Kashima Antlers On Course For Back-To-Back Titles
MOST POPULAR
LATEST NEWS
Zhou Yongkang: China's Former Security Chief Sentenced to Life in Prison
China's former Chief of the Ministry of Public Security, Zhou Yongkang, has been given a life sentence after he was found guilty of abusing his office, bribery and deliberately ... Full Article
TRENDING STORY
China Pork Prices Expected to Stabilize As The Supplies Recover
-
Elephone P9000 Smartphone is now on Sale on Amazon India
-
There's a Big Chance Cliffhangers Won't Still Be Resolved When Grey's Anatomy Season 13 Returns
-
Supreme Court Ruled on Samsung vs Apple Dispute for Patent Infringement
-
Microsoft Surface Pro 5 Rumors and Release Date: What is the Latest?
