FBI Continues to Mishandle Child Sexual Abuse Allegations Despite Past Failures, Audit Reveals

An audit released Thursday by the Justice Department’s inspector general reveals that the FBI has continued to mishandle allegations of child sexual abuse even after its widely criticized handling of the investigation into Larry Nassar, the former USA Gymnastics doctor. The report highlights that these failures have left allegations unaddressed for months, allowing minors to […]

IBM Cuts Over 1,000 Jobs in China Amid Geopolitical Tensions

IBM is set to lay off more than 1,000 employees in China, closing its research operations in the country as escalating geopolitical tensions between Beijing and Washington reshape the landscape for global companies operating in the world’s second-largest economy. According to multiple state media reports, including Yicai and Jiemian, IBM’s decision involves shutting down its […]

Anta Sports Reports Robust Profit Surge Amid Paris 2024 Olympics Boost and E-commerce Growth

Anta Sports Products, the official supplier of podium uniforms for Chinese athletes at the 2024 Paris Olympics, has reported a significant surge in interim profits, driven by its growing global profile and strong online sales performance. In the first half of 2024, Anta’s net profit soared by 62.6% to 7.7 billion yuan (US$1.08 billion), surpassing […]

China’s Y-20 Aircraft to Make Overseas Air Show Debut in Egypt Amid Growing Military Influence

China’s Y-20 transport aircraft is set to make its overseas air show performance debut next month in Egypt, marking a significant move in Beijing’s expanding military influence in the Middle East and Africa. The Y-20, along with seven J-10 jet fighters, will perform at the inaugural Egypt International Airshow, held from September 3 to 5 […]

Western Airlines Scale Back China Flights Amid Economic and Geopolitical Challenges

Beijing, China – A year after China reopened its borders following extensive COVID-19 restrictions, Western airlines are curtailing their return to the once-lucrative Chinese market. This shift comes as a result of a combination of economic factors and geopolitical tensions that have dampened demand and increased operational costs. When China first lifted its travel restrictions, […]