Watch a Risky China-Philippines Confrontation in the South China Sea

China’s maritime militia surrounded a Philippine convoy on a resupply mission in the disputed South China Sea. It would become one of the most significant confrontations between the two countries in recent years.

Inside a Chinese Ghost Town of Abandoned Mansions | WSJ

China’s property crisis is expected to get worse as sales of new homes plummet and indebted developers struggle to find funds to complete projects. Real estate giant Evergrande was recently forced to liquidate as more than 50 housing developers have defaulted on their debts in recent years.

What Kim Jong Un’s Outfits Reveal About North Korea | WSJ

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has had shifts in his public appearance over the past 12 years. From being pictured on a white horse through Mount Paektu to photos of Kim meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, Kim’s clothing and appearance is selected purposefully.