Communist scandal – Chinese tennis star alleges sexual assault

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3 years ago

November 4, 2021

Well-known Chinese tennis star, Peng Shuai’s has accused a former high-ranking Chinese official of sexual assault

In a post on the popular China-based social media platform “WEIBO”, PENG says the former vice-premier forced her to have sexual relations with him.

This allegation has undoubtedly sent shockwaves through Beijing and is the first time such a serious allegation has been made against such a high-ranking figure.

China’s sexual assault laws are difficult to prove, and often do not fall in favour of the victim… meaning a prosecution in this case would be rare.

The post has since been deleted from social media and the former vice-premier has not commented on the allegations.

Meanwhile, searches for the tennis player have also seemingly been restricted.

In the post, PENG says “I will tell the truth about you”… “that afternoon I didn’t give my consent and couldn’t stop crying… you brought me to your house and forced me and you to have relations”.

Boeing’s bad luck continues following Starliner malfunction

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3 hours ago

May 7, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Long-awaited first crewed test flight of the new Starliner space capsule was called off over a technical issue that launch teams could not resolve in time.

Originally scheduled for liftoff from Florida’s Kennedy Space Center, the mission aimed to demonstrate Starliner’s capabilities and certify it for regular crewed flights to the ISS, as reported by Reuters.

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Will Australia’s foreign investment rule create an economic boost?

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3 hours ago

May 7, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Australian Treasurer Dr. Jim Chalmers announced an overall of foreign investment rules ahead of the budget.

Australia is set to announce a significant decline in its projected gross debt, signalling a more optimistic outlook for the country’s fiscal health.

The Airport Economist, Professor Tim Harcourt at UTS joins to discuss.

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Is Russia planning a sabotage across Europe?

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5 hours ago

May 7, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Intelligence agencies across Europe have issued warnings of a potential plot orchestrated by Russia aimed at sabotaging key infrastructure and destabilising nations.

On this episode of Hot Shots – Russia could be planning a sabotage across Europe, Trump is facing jail, a painting valued over ten million is discovered and Beoing look to ignite the commercial space race.

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Veronica Dudu join to discuss.