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Netflix to Unveil More Korean Dramas for Quarantine Entertainment

Netflix will roll out more Korean drama series and films to keep people entertained during coronavirus quarantine.

The News Lens · Mar 24, 2020

Singapore Bucks Virus Trend as Schools Reopen

Facing the prospect of economic crisis, Singapore re-opens its schools.

The News Lens · Mar 24, 2020

Coronavirus Furthers Chinese-Style Internet Censorship in Singapore

Singapore's use of its anti-misinformation law resembles Chinese-style censorship.

The News Lens · Mar 24, 2020

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Coronavirus Technology Carries Troubling Side Effects for Privacy, Press Freedom

Global emergency measures and tools to tackle COVID-19 outbreak risk privacy, free expression rights, international bodies warn.

The News Lens · Mar 23, 2020

They Told Me to Go Back to China. Then Came the Coronavirus.

A Taiwanese student studying in Europe recounts his experience in the weeks leading up to the global lockdown.

The News Lens · Mar 23, 2020

How Chinese People Came Together With Humor and Creativity During Lockdown

Acts of kindness and humor in Wuhan during the coronavirus lockdown remind us of the human aspects of life, even in times of crisis.

The News Lens · Mar 20, 2020

The Coronavirus Is an Opportunity for Taiwan's Disease Prevention Diplomacy

Taiwan has been "making friends" with other countries by various means even though it cannot export face masks and other supplies. What can Taiwan provide at the moment?

The News Lens · Mar 19, 2020

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The Real Economic Victims of Coronavirus Are Those We Can't See

Supply chain workers are not directly employed by the brands for whom they produce goods, and can be left destitute when the work stops.

The News Lens · Mar 19, 2020

Coronavirus: What You Need to Know About Taiwan's Entry Ban

Taiwan has banned foreign travelers from entering the country to curb the spread of coronavirus. Here are some useful resources and information on what you can do.

The News Lens · Mar 19, 2020

China Expels US Journalists in Escalating Media Freedom Row

Beijing has expelled 13 journalists from three major U.S. newspapers in one of the country's biggest crackdowns on the foreign press. The decision comes after Chinese and U.S. leaders feuded over the coronavirus pandemic.

The News Lens · Mar 18, 2020

Taiwan to Ban Entry of Foreign Travelers Over Imported Coronavirus Cases

Taiwan will ban foreign nationals from entering the country starting on March 19 due to a surge in imported coronavirus cases.

The News Lens · Mar 18, 2020

How to Stay Connected and Avoid the Side Effects of Social Distancing

While social distancing can minimize the spread of the coronavirus, it can induce more stress and weaken immune responses. How can we stay healthy and connected during this time?

The News Lens · Mar 17, 2020

'Unprecedented' Lockdown of Manila Expected to Cut Philippine Economic Growth

The Philippine capital and its core suburbs will ban people from coming or going through April 14 to contain spread of the coronavirus.

The News Lens · Mar 17, 2020

Bars for One: 6 Bars for Solo Drinkers in Taipei

Whether you need alone time or social distancing, follow this list of bars to find your quiet corner in Taipei with a good glass of cocktail.

The News Lens · Mar 16, 2020

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The News Lens · Mar 16, 2020

Coronavirus Risks in US Go Beyond Getting Sick

Many American service-industry workers, nurses and students feel exposed in the face of their precarious situations and the U.S. government's bungled response to the COVID-19 outbreak, which has been called "a failure."

The News Lens · Mar 13, 2020

Will Taiwanese Cuisine Sustain Its Popularity in Japan?

Taiwanese cuisine is slowly capturing the hearts of foodies around the world, including Japan's.

The News Lens · Mar 13, 2020

‘Cabin Fever’: The Social and Psychological Impacts of a Coronavirus Lockdown

As the COVID-19 outbreak intensifies, mass isolation in virus epicenters is becoming a common tactic. The psychological and social impact of these measures are starting to emerge.

The News Lens · Mar 12, 2020

Taipei’s Pay Phones: A Relic of the Past?

Taipei's pay phones are slowly disappearing from the street view.

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The News Lens · Mar 12, 2020

Not Just Coronavirus: Asians Have Worn Face Masks for Decades

People from Japan into Southeast Asia cover their mouths to deflect exhaust, pollution, and cold air, while some hide their faces.

The News Lens · Mar 12, 2020

What Coronavirus Reveals About Our Digital Way of Life in 2020

Despite technological advances, we are not smarter now than we were during the 2003 SARS epidemic.

The News Lens · Mar 11, 2020

China’s Water Ambitions May Leave Neighbors Dry

China's extensive dam projects are drying up rivers, often leaving neighboring countries in the dust with little to bargain.

The News Lens · Mar 11, 2020

Nepal's Delicate Balancing Act Between China and India

Ties between Nepal and China have been on the upswing, particularly when it comes to trade, investment, and regional connectivity. But Beijing's growing clout in the Himalayan country has stoked concerns in India.

The News Lens · Mar 10, 2020

Taiwan's Second Wave Response to Curb Coronavirus Spread

Taiwan is pursuing new preventive and disease control measures against the COVID-19 outbreak, despite exclusion from the World Health Organization.

The News Lens · Mar 10, 2020

New Leader for Taiwan's China-Friendly Kuomintang Party Signals Change

Taiwan's main opposition party Kuomintang elected a reformist as leader as it considers pivoting from its China-leaning stance.

The News Lens · Mar 9, 2020

Philippines Bans Deployment of Filipino Workers to Kuwait Due to Mistreatment

The Philippine government restricted the amount of overseas Filipino workers in Kuwait after a series of infractions against the bilateral labor agreement.

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