Jimmy Lai’s 1,500 Days in Prison

Martin Haffner-Associate Editor, London Yesterday marked 1,500 days since Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong’s most notable political prisoner and media entrepreneur, was incarcerated—a period far too long for someone who shouldn’t be detained any longer. At 77 years old, Lai, a British citizen and devout Catholic, is confined in solitary confinement, reportedly allowed only 50 minutes…

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Rubio and Arevalo Strengthen Ties with Taiwan Amid Migrant Agreement

Richard Sanders In a significant diplomatic meeting on Wednesday, Guatemalan President Bernardo Arevalo and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio underscored their commitment to democracy and international alliances, particularly with Taiwan. The two leaders convened in Guatemala City, where they formalized an agreement for Guatemala to accept migrants deported from the United States. Under the…

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