#In Nepal, China shows desperation rather than confidence in competing with India

#In Nepal, China shows desperation rather than confidence in competing with India

In a recent speech in the Nepalese capital of Kathmandu, Chen Song, the Chinese Ambassador, told the Nepalese people that they were unfortunate to “have a neighbor like India.” Chen warned Nepal of the dangers of trading with India, downplaying the importance of India-Nepal relations and instead encouraging a closer relationship with China. Geographically, culturally, politically…

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#Dissenting faculty score a rare win against retaliation by the powers of DEI 

#Dissenting faculty score a rare win against retaliation by the powers of DEI 

From academia to corporations to the government, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies have expanded exponentially in the last 10 years. At colleges and universities, administrators now monitor compliance with DEI on every level, from teaching to hiring to promotions.  And there is little subtlety or nuance in these programs. You object to DEI statements, priorities and training at…

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#Russia labels Moscow Times a ‘foreign agent’

#Russia labels Moscow Times a ‘foreign agent’

The Russian Justice Ministry labeled The Moscow Times, a popular English-language online newspaper, as a “foreign agent” on Friday, continuing a national crackdown on opposition media. The Moscow Times, founded after the downfall of the Soviet Union in 1992, is popular among Russian ex-patriots, foreigners in Russia and those critical of the Russian government. The…

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#FDIC chief faces bipartisan pressure after sexual harassment, abuse allegations

#FDIC chief faces bipartisan pressure after sexual harassment, abuse allegations

Both Democratic and Republican lawmakers are calling for an investigation of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) following a series of reports by the Wall Street Journal on an alleged culture of sexual harassment, misogyny and general vulgarity toward women. “The reports are extremely concerning,” Senate Banking Committee Chair Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) said in a…

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