The crazy rich Asians of Hong Kong and what they spend big on: cars, collectibles, experiences, and property – the source of their wealth | South China Morning Post

The crazy rich Asians of Hong Kong and what they spend big on: cars, collectibles, experiences, and property – the source of their wealth | South China Morning Post: With Crazy Rich Asians author Kevin Kwan’s new series for Amazon focusing on Hong Kong’s most powerful family, we look at some candidates for that title and how the city’s wealthy spend their riches

NBC/WSJ poll: Trump approval 'remarkably stable' after a stormy week of bad news

NBC/WSJ poll: Trump approval 'remarkably stable' after a stormy week of bad news: In two NBC/WSJ polls, one conducted entirely after Paul Manafort's conviction and Michael Cohen's guilty plea, Trump's approval rating was virtually unchanged.

America Soured on My Multiracial Family - The Atlantic

America Soured on My Multiracial Family - The Atlantic: When my wife and I adopted our daughter from Ethiopia in 2010, we did so full of hope. In the years since, we’ve faced ugliness that has robbed us of our optimism—and left us fearful for the future of our country.

Thousands of Saudi Arabian students have to leave Canada because their governments are fighting, so they’re frantically selling their furniture and cars - SFGate

Thousands of Saudi Arabian students have to leave Canada because their governments are fighting, so they’re frantically selling their furniture and cars - SFGate: REUTERS/Chris Donovan/File Photo




Canada and Saudi Arabia have been feuding since Canada's foreign minister called out Saudi Arabia's human rights record on Twitter in early August.
In response, Saudi Arabia has expelled the Canadian ambassador, frozen all new investments, and canceled all flights to Toronto.
It also pulled thousands of students from Saudi institutions.
Thousands of students have to leave by August 31.
Many are now scrambling to sell their belongings, including cars and furniture, online and in garage sales before they leave the country.

There is 'no safe level of alcohol,' says huge new global study :: WRAL.com

There is 'no safe level of alcohol,' says huge new global study :: WRAL.com: The authors of the study, which was published in The Lancet, reviewed the drinking habits of 28 million people worldwide and determined that there is no safe level of alcohol consumption.

The memoir by Steve Jobs' daughter makes clear he was a truly rotten person whose bad behavior was repeatedly enabled by those around him (AAPL)

The memoir by Steve Jobs' daughter makes clear he was a truly rotten person whose bad behavior was repeatedly enabled by those around him (AAPL): It's been well-established that Apple cofounder Steve Jobs often acted like a jerk. The newly revealed anecdotes add color to the many stories of how Jobs was mean or rude to employees and business partners. The net effect is that Jobs looks like a truly terrible person.

Arizona Governor Faces a Tough Choice: A Senator Cut From McCain’s Mold or Trump’s - The New York Times

Arizona Governor Faces a Tough Choice: A Senator Cut From McCain’s Mold or Trump’s - The New York Times: The vacant Senate seat of the late John McCain has exposed the rift between his followers and the party’s Trumpian base.

Arizona Governor Faces a Tough Choice: A Senator Cut From McCain’s Mold or Trump’s - The New York Times

Arizona Governor Faces a Tough Choice: A Senator Cut From McCain’s Mold or Trump’s - The New York Times: The vacant Senate seat of the late John McCain has exposed the rift between his followers and the party’s Trumpian base.

The wasteland where Trump learns - The Washington Post

The wasteland where Trump learns - The Washington Post: Trump’s fealty to the conservative outlet is in league with his nonadventurous nature.

Ethiopia’s reforming prime minister runs into a roadblock of ethnic unrest - The Washington Post

Ethiopia’s reforming prime minister runs into a roadblock of ethnic unrest - The Washington Post: Persistent lawlessness is endangering Abiy Ahmed’s ambitious plan to democratize the country.

Trump’s Midwest is a gubernatorial battleground in 2018 - The Washington Post

Trump’s Midwest is a gubernatorial battleground in 2018 - The Washington Post: Democrats eye possible gains in states where Trump secured his electoral college victory. But Republicans are offering stiff resistance.

In victory for unions, judge overturns key parts of Trump executive orders - The Washington Post

In victory for unions, judge overturns key parts of Trump executive orders - The Washington Post: The administration had sought to limit collective bargaining for 2.1 million federal employees.

McCain’s death marks a new era for congressional checks on Trump - The Washington Post

McCain’s death marks a new era for congressional checks on Trump - The Washington Post: The senator, along with Bob Corker, has held the president to account on foreign policy.

‘He can’t get rid of any of this’: Trump’s wall of secrecy erodes amid growing legal challenges - The Washington Post

‘He can’t get rid of any of this’: Trump’s wall of secrecy erodes amid growing legal challenges - The Washington Post: The president has lashed out at disloyal former aides and “flippers” as details about his business and personal life emerge in court.

The three illegal acts that may have helped Trump win the presidency - The Washington Post

The three illegal acts that may have helped Trump win the presidency - The Washington Post: Hacking. Interference. Campaign finance.

Trump Denounces Justice Dept. as Investigations Swirl Around Him - The New York Times

Trump Denounces Justice Dept. as Investigations Swirl Around Him - The New York Times: The president chiefly blamed Attorney General Jeff Sessions, complaining that he never “took control” of the Justice Department.

David Pecker, Chief of National Enquirer’s Publisher, Is Said to Get Immunity in Trump Inquiry - The New York Times

David Pecker, Chief of National Enquirer’s Publisher, Is Said to Get Immunity in Trump Inquiry - The New York Times: Mr. Pecker is close to President Trump and Michael D. Cohen, his former lawyer, and had been integral to a campaign effort to help protect Mr. Trump from embarrassing stories about women.

John McCain to Discontinue Treatment for Brain Cancer, Family Says - The New York Times

John McCain to Discontinue Treatment for Brain Cancer, Family Says - The New York Times: Mr. McCain, a towering figure in American politics, had been undergoing treatment since July 2017, and has been absent from Washington since December.

5 Key Priorities to Address the Rohingya Crisis — Refugees International

5 Key Priorities to Address the Rohingya Crisis — Refugees International: One year after the brutal campaign of ethnic cleansing by the Myanmar military that forced more than 700,000 Rohingya to flee to Bangladesh, Refugees International outlines five key priorities the world must address in order to begin tackling the root causes of the Rohingya crisis.

Manafort guilty: what’s next for Mueller’s Trump-Russia investigation - Vox

Manafort guilty: what’s next for Mueller’s Trump-Russia investigation - Vox: Mueller has been conducting a broad investigation into Trump and his associates’ Russia ties going far beyond Manafort.

After two convictions, pressure mounts on Trump - The Washington Post

After two convictions, pressure mounts on Trump - The Washington Post: Michael Cohen and Paul Manafort face prison as Mueller investigation continues on its path.

Ninoy airport chaos and Manila's reticence: Inquirer, SE Asia News & Top Stories - The Straits Times

Ninoy airport chaos and Manila's reticence: Inquirer, SE Asia News & Top Stories - The Straits Times: In its editorial, the paper urges authorities to move fast to upgrade airport facilities and services, with the country's air traffic projected to grow substantially.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Malaysia's Senate passes Sales and Service Tax Bills and repeals GST, SE Asia News & Top Stories - The Straits Times

Malaysia's Senate passes Sales and Service Tax Bills and repeals GST, SE Asia News & Top Stories - The Straits Times: KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia's Upper House of Parliament, controlled by opposition Barisan Nasional (BN) senators, approved the Sales and Services Tax (SST) Bills without much fuss on Monday (Aug 20), despite earlier expectation that these would be delayed.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Indonesian kindergarten dresses girls as Islamic State-style jihadis | South China Morning Post

Indonesian kindergarten dresses girls as Islamic State-style jihadis | South China Morning Post: Independence day parade in Indonesia features girls in black robes and replica rifles – but head teacher denies trying to ‘instil violence’ in them

Thailand’s 86-year-old Queen Sirikit admitted to hospital | South China Morning Post

Thailand’s 86-year-old Queen Sirikit admitted to hospital | South China Morning Post: The queen has seldom been seen in public in recent years

Young Tibetan Refugees Who Fled China Seeking Education Arrive in India

Young Tibetan Refugees Who Fled China Seeking Education Arrive in India: They say their opportunities to study Tibetan religious and cultural traditions were severely limited.

Myanmar Authorities Close Another Rohingya IDP Camp in Rakhine State

Myanmar Authorities Close Another Rohingya IDP Camp in Rakhine State: Though the Rohingya have been resettled in new houses, they say they still need access to markets and schools.

Cambodia’s King Pardons Land Activist Tep Vanny, Three Others

Cambodia’s King Pardons Land Activist Tep Vanny, Three Others: The pardons come days after the ruling party’s sweep of a general election seen as unfree and unfair.

‘We Cannot Afford This’: Malaysia Pushes Back on China’s Big Projects - The New York Times

‘We Cannot Afford This’: Malaysia Pushes Back on China’s Big Projects - The New York Times: A country that once courted Chinese investment now fears becoming overly indebted for projects that are neither viable nor necessary — except to China.

U.S. Criticism of ‘Suspected’ Nuclear Sites May Derail Talks, North Korean Media Warns - The New York Times

U.S. Criticism of ‘Suspected’ Nuclear Sites May Derail Talks, North Korean Media Warns - The New York Times: North Korean officials urged President Trump and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to push aside hard-liners and move ahead with diplomacy.