Yesterday, calling for "truth, democracy and peace," pan-blue supporters took to the streets. Although some people claimed they were protesting China's "Anti-Secession" Law, Chinese Nationalist Party (KMT) Chairman Lien Chan (連戰) made it plain that it was to protest the anniversary of the 319 shooting and result of last year's presidential election.

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After the Chinese National People's Congress enacted the "Anti-Secession" Law on Monday, the Taiwanese people have been outraged. Many countries, including the US and Japan, have voiced serious criticism as well, demonstrating that most people still know in their hearts what is right and wrong.

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By Antonio Chiang江春男
China has never been so eager to participate in international affairs as it is today, actively playing a role in regional peace and security. But the "Taiwan question" has always been a mirror for China -- a way to gauge itself. Whenever China sees itself in this mirror, its true colors are reflected.

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Artificial light illuminates our lives, allowing us to work or play through the night. But, we toy with our body clocks at severe risk to our wellbeing
By Hugh Wislon
For many of us, night has become day. We work, travel, shop, exercise and socialize in hours that used to be reserved for relaxation and sleep. Time is a limited resource and, to make full use of it, the night has been illuminated and occupied. Even when we do sleep, street lamps and security lights pierce the darkness.

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By William Safire
Aides who think they can con their boss into deciding an issue their way employ a sneaky maneuver known around the White House as "the Option 3 trick."

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By Tien-Hsien Chang
If National Taiwan University (NTU) is really serious about trying to become one of the top universities in the world, it has much to learn; that is, assuming it can learn.

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