Hundreds of people held demonstrations on Aug. 27 in several parts of India to protest a recent government decision to free 11 men who had been jailed for life for gang raping a Muslim woman during India’s devastating 2002 religious riots.
Japan police chief to resign over Abe shooting death
Japan’s national police chief said he will resign to take responsibility over shortfalls in security that an investigation by his own agency showed did not adequately safeguard former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe from a fatal shooting at a campaign speech in July.
Once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog—Garfield High celebrates centennial
The pride of a Garfield High School (GHS) Bulldog doesn’t end at graduation—a statement that was evident on Aug. 27 as alumni from decades past filled the gymnasium for the school’s centennial celebration.
Kolohe Kai: Reggae vibes by way of Hawaii
Many musicians can recall their first guitar, their first keyboard, their first drum kit.
Legacy House and its people
As the world adjusts to the new normal, many people may still be struggling to feel safe and grounded. Seniors in particular have had to be extra cautious of their health and wellbeing.
Ichiro’s influence celebrated by VIP baseball panel
On Aug. 27, famed Seattle Mariners player Ichiro Suzuki was inducted into the Mariners’ Hall of Fame, the tenth on that list and the first Asian.
China adds postscript to ‘Minions’ showing crime doesn’t pay
The latest “Minions” movie subtly reinforces a message for Chinese audiences that viewers in other countries won’t see—Crime doesn’t pay.
US suspends Chinese airline flights in COVID-19 dispute
The U.S. government is suspending 26 flights by Chinese airlines from the United States to China in a dispute over anti-virus controls after Beijing suspended flights by American carriers.
Cambodia says it’s helping foreigners scammed by traffickers
Cambodia said on Aug. 19 that it is attempting to aid foreigners who have been victimized by human traffickers, after Taiwan said it is seeking to free more than 300 of its citizens who were lured to the Southeast Asian nation by organized crime groups.
Panda twins born in China as species struggles for survival
Twin giant pandas have been born at a breeding center in southwestern China, a sign of progress for the country’s unofficial national mascot as it struggles for survival amid climate change and loss of habitat.