December 2014
Saudi Arabia Sets New Record in Executions by Beheading in 2014
Saudi Arabia executed a Pakistani man for drug trafficking, marking a record 83 beheadings in 2014. This reflects the country's ongoing use of capital punishment,…
Gmail Service Blocked in China
China has completely blocked access to Google's Gmail service after months of disruptions, attributing the action to its extensive internet filtering system known as the…
Iran's Oil Exports to Asia Rise Above One Million Barrels Again
Iran's crude oil exports to Asia have rebounded to over one million barrels per day after a two-month decline, driven by increased purchases from China…
Global Economy Transitioning from 2014 to 2015 (Part Two)
The article discusses significant economic shifts from 2014 to 2015, particularly the unexpected drop in oil prices and its implications for global economies, including Russia…
Obama: The Return of North Korea to the List of State Sponsors of Terrorism is Under Consideration
President Obama announced that the U.S. is considering re-listing North Korea as a state sponsor of terrorism following a cyber attack on Sony Pictures. The…
White House Does Not Rule Out Raul Castro's Visit to the U.S.
The White House has not ruled out the possibility of Raul Castro visiting the U.S. following the announcement of normalized relations between the U.S. and…
Hong Kong Dismantles Last Camps of Pro-Democracy Protesters
The Hong Kong government has dismantled the last remaining camps of pro-democracy protesters, arresting several activists in the process. This action reflects ongoing tensions between…
John Kerry: The World Faces a 'Tragedy' from Climate Change
John Kerry emphasized the urgent need for global action against climate change at a UN conference in Lima, warning that failure to act could lead…
Freedom House: Iran Ranked Worst in Internet Freedom
Freedom House's latest report ranks Iran as the worst country in the world for internet freedom, highlighting severe restrictions and violations of user rights. The…
Surrendering Does Not Mean Defeat
Three university professors in Hong Kong, who initiated the Occupy movement, have decided to surrender to the police while aiming to strengthen their networks. Lee…