Jun 1, 2018
Malaysia abolishes unpopular consumer tax | Malaysia News | Al Jazeera
Malaysia abolishes unpopular consumer tax | Malaysia News | Al Jazeera: Goods and services tax law blamed for increase in cost of living, but government must find new way to pay national debt.
Australia ‘complicit’ in Malaysia corruption, claims Anwar | South China Morning Post
Australia ‘complicit’ in Malaysia corruption, claims Anwar | South China Morning Post: Former opposition leader accused Canberra of being ‘extremely supportive’ of ousted PM Najib’s government
Student, housewife among 15 terror suspects held in Malaysia for planning attacks , SE Asia News & Top Stories - The Straits Times
Student, housewife among 15 terror suspects held in Malaysia for planning attacks , SE Asia News & Top Stories - The Straits Times: Underneath the housewife persona, the 51-year-old woman allegedly planned to carry out a suicide mission on behalf of ISIS in Malaysia.. Read more at straitstimes.com.
KL-Singapore high-speed rail link hit buffers over US$25 billion bill: Malaysian Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng | This Week In Asia | South China Morning Post
KL-Singapore high-speed rail link hit buffers over US$25 billion bill: Malaysian Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng | This Week In Asia | South China Morning Post: “Is it worth it? You can get something for cheaper, for half the price,” says Malaysia’s new Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng of decision to cancel the project
Dem leaders demand end to family separations at border | TheHill
Dem leaders demand end to family separations at border | TheHill: House Democratic leaders on Friday pressed the Trump administration to end the separation of migrant families at the U.S.-Mexico border, warning the practice is “unnecessarily inflicting trauma” on innocent children while ignoring the ro
Inflation in Philippines a faultline for Duterte's 'Build, Build, Build' ambition | Reuters
Inflation in Philippines a faultline for Duterte's 'Build, Build, Build' ambition | Reuters: In hundreds of hours of speeches during his nearly two years in office, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has rarely talked about the economy, something he says is best left to the "clever guys" in his cabinet.
US warns of ability to take down Chinese artificial islands - CNNPolitics
US warns of ability to take down Chinese artificial islands - CNNPolitics: The Pentagon on Thursday ratcheted up rhetoric about China's militarization of islands in the South China Sea, even as the Trump administration presses China for cooperation on North Korea.
How many Google messaging apps are there? Seven - here's what they do
How many Google messaging apps are there? Seven - here's what they do: If you feel overwhelmed by the amount of different Google messaging apps, you're not alone. Here's a handy guide to help you!
In South Sudan, a Never-Ending Hunger Season Puts Millions in Danger - The New York Times
In South Sudan, a Never-Ending Hunger Season Puts Millions in Danger - The New York Times: The Times went to South Sudan to document the extent of hunger as food grew scarce. This year is expected to be the worst yet, as millions potentially face acute malnutrition.
Burma’s crimes against humanity went unpunished. No wonder it’s at it again. - The Washington Post
Burma’s crimes against humanity went unpunished. No wonder it’s at it again. - The Washington Post: The country’s military must be held accountable for its campaigns of ethnic cleansing.
Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy ousted amid corruption scandal - The Washington Post
Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy ousted amid corruption scandal - The Washington Post: Socialist Pedro Sánchez will become the country’s leader.
Trump has officially put more tariffs on U.S. allies than on China - The Washington Post
Trump has officially put more tariffs on U.S. allies than on China - The Washington Post: Most experts and lawmakers agree that China doesn't play fairly and needs to be punished, and even many Republicans have panned Trump's misplaced targets.
Trudeau says NAFTA talks broke down after Pence made ultimatum - The Washington Post
Trudeau says NAFTA talks broke down after Pence made ultimatum - The Washington Post: Months of intense NAFTA negotiations imploded Tuesday when Vice President Pence demanded that any deal expire automatically in five years, Trudeau said.
May 31, 2018
‘You know why the lady called the police’: Black people face 911 calls for innocuous acts - The Washington Post
‘You know why the lady called the police’: Black people face 911 calls for innocuous acts - The Washington Post: A black real estate investor’s brush with neighbors is one of many examples of police responding to calls by strangers reporting an everyday activity.
Facebook sinking fast among US teens: survey
Facebook sinking fast among US teens: survey: Facebook is rapidly losing ground against rival internet platforms in attracting and keeping US teenagers, a survey showed Thursday.
Why Doesn't Anyone Answer the Phone Anymore? - The Atlantic
Why Doesn't Anyone Answer the Phone Anymore? - The Atlantic: Telephone culture is disappearing.
The Madness of Cesar Chavez - The Atlantic
The Madness of Cesar Chavez - The Atlantic: A new biography of the icon shows that saints should be judged guilty until proved innocent.
In Dubious Battle (2016) - IMDb
In Dubious Battle (2016) - IMDb: Directed by James Franco. With Nat Wolff, James Franco, Vincent D'Onofrio, Selena Gomez. An activist gets caught up in the labor movement for farm workers in California during the 1930s.
Trump’s lies are designed to tear the country apart - The Washington Post
Trump’s lies are designed to tear the country apart - The Washington Post: Polarization defines Trump’s survival strategy, and it means that demagoguery is what his presidency is all about.
Trey Gowdy separates himself from his weakling Republican colleagues - The Washington Post
Trey Gowdy separates himself from his weakling Republican colleagues - The Washington Post: By forcefully rebuking Trump’s “spy” charges, Rep. Trey Gowdy underscores the moral cowardice of his GOP colleagues.
May 30, 2018
Young adults are very likely to vote in midterm elections - CNNPolitics
Young adults are very likely to vote in midterm elections - CNNPolitics: A majority of adults who will be old enough to vote in 2018 say they are planning to, according to a poll released Wednesday conducted by AP-NORC and MTV. When asked to rate their likelihood on a scale of 1-10 (with 10 being "certain to vote"), 56% rated their likelihood at a 6 or above. Thirty-two percent said they were absolutely "certain to vote."
Amazon expands Prime benefits at more Whole Foods
Amazon expands Prime benefits at more Whole Foods: If you're an Amazon Prime member in one of the 12 states, you may enjoy exclusive deals at Whole Foods stores.
How many people are imprisoned in Xinjiang - Business Insider
How many people are imprisoned in Xinjiang - Business Insider: Staff job ads and bids for constructing or renovating "re-education" centers provide clear evidence of the purpose and scale of these programs. Uighurs face constant surveillance in Xinjiang and these centers force prisoners to reject their religious beliefs.
Microsoft is now more valuable than Google - The Verge
Microsoft is now more valuable than Google - The Verge: Microsoft passes Google’s market valuation for the first time in three years, making it the world’s third most valuable company behind Apple and Amazon
Trump Asked Sessions to Retain Control of Russia Inquiry After His Recusal - The New York Times
Trump Asked Sessions to Retain Control of Russia Inquiry After His Recusal - The New York Times: The attorney general is a key witness in the investigation into whether Mr. Trump tried to obstruct the Russia inquiry itself.
The four GOP-held seats that could decide control of the Senate - The Washington Post
The four GOP-held seats that could decide control of the Senate - The Washington Post: Or, why Trump is campaigning in Tennessee on Tuesday night.
The world learns to live with Assad in Syria - The Washington Post
The world learns to live with Assad in Syria - The Washington Post: The Assad regime controls the core of the country and seems uninterested in a political solution to end the war.
Ivanka Trump’s China trademarks don’t look or smell good - The Washington Post
Ivanka Trump’s China trademarks don’t look or smell good - The Washington Post: The president’s daughter is also a close adviser. Meanwhile, her company is racking up trademarks with China and other countries.
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