The Olympics’ Toughest Act: Balancing Sports and Politics
The athletes had lost. Their time in Paris was over. And they were, in this moment of defeat by a team from a political rival, not even allowed the comfort of their homeland’s name and flag.
Asian news from city Taipei, China
Taiwan bans concert by Chinese rapper over insulting ‘Taipei, China’ promotional materials
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan has cancelled a planned Taipei concert by a Chinese rapper after he used the insulting term “Taipei, China” in promotional materials.
Taiwan cheers Olympics badminton triumph over China in politically charged contest
TAIPEI — People across Taiwan on Sunday (Aug 4) celebrated their men's doubles badminton gold medal victory over Chinese opponents that sparked scenes of jubilation while also exposing deeper geopolitical divides between the two sides.
Taiwan protests confiscation of fan's 'Taiwan' towel at Olympic site
TAIPEI (Kyodo) -- Taiwan's Foreign Ministry on Saturday issued a statement slamming the organizers of the Paris Olympics after a towel with the word "Taiwan" printed on it was allegedly taken from a Taiwanese sports fan by a member of staff at the arena hosting the badminton competition.