5G Causes Coronavirus? Apparently Not
Pandemics have historically shown to be fertile breeding grounds for the spread and acceptance of bizarre conspiracy theories.
The Hidden Hand Behind US Anti-Lockdown Protests
Whether a more uniting narrative of liberty versus tyranny or a more partisan narrative of public health versus the economy prevails, anti-lockdown protests look set to become an increasingly common spectacle in America.
Thrive Not Survive: Why China’s Stimulus Package is Different This Time
Despite the nature of the package agreed, there is real confidence from government officials and economists that it can help China’s economy rebound in Q2 and even end the year with overall GDP growth of between three to five percent.
China’s New Role as Defender of Intellectual Property
China recorded the highest number of international patent applications in 2019, outstripping the US in the process, and is another milestone in the country’s IP story over the past forty years. How did it manage it?
China COVID19 Compensation Theory Debunked
Given such an overwhelming body of evidence attesting to China’s openness and transparency, coupled with the reports central claim of Beijing’s prior knowledge of the pathogen is refuted by its very own source, there is absolutely no case for compensation.
Is Global Food Crisis Looming as Pandemic of COVID-19 Continues?
Disruption to global food supply caused by rising export controls and a labor bottleneck will fall much more heavily on the shoulders of poorer nations.
Trump’s Lasting Legacy Could be the End of US Global Leadership
Donald Trump’s domestic response to the novel coronavirus has long come under-fire for being unprepared, ill-informed and at times dangerous. But just as problematic for the president has been the invisible presence of the United States from global efforts to supress the spread of COVID-19.
How COVID-19 Could Change the World
When the pandemic has passed, will we labour intensively in an attempt to resuscitate dead ideas of the past; or worse still, descend into a world of paranoid and hostile tribes? Or, will we instead act as a cooperative family of nations striving together for peace, equality and the betterment of mankind? History will surely judge us.
Scientists Question Whether Age Is Truly a Barrier to Coronavirus
Early reports from authorities in China suggest the viral load is higher in patients with more severe disease, which is also the case for SARS and influenza.
China’s Medical Aid to Be Blamed? See What the Recipients Have Said
Despite allegations of gaining control and tales of information warfare, many leaders have expressed sincere gratitude to China for their unparalleled support during the current global crises.
Why Use of Face Masks Shouldn’t Be in Question
As coronavirus cases in Europe and America continue to outstrip Asia, with the number of confirmed-cases in the U.S. alone more than three times the amount in China, it appears the use of face masks may now start to play an important role in their battle with the virus.
World Braced for Coronavirus Recession
How long the metaphorical trench lasts for, or indeed, how deep it goes, will ultimately be decided by the length of time it takes world leaders to bring the pandemic under control. A look to China offers some hope. COVID-19 can and will be beaten.
