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This issue continues our special edition commemorating the June 4th Tiananmen Massacre, honoring those who gave their lives for freedom and democracy, preserving history, and safeguarding the truth. The front page features a report on the June 4th commemoration in Flushing, New York, where Chinese communities and global supporters gathered with candlelight vigils, calling for justice and an end to dictatorship. The second page covers the opening of the June 4th Memorial Museum in Los Angeles, where victims’ names are etched in remembrance and rare historical materials tell the story. We also present heartfelt contributions from our readers. The third and fourth pages highlight the commemoration activities organized by the Chinese Democracy Party International Alliance in Los Angeles, where members carried forward the spirit of June 4th and reaffirmed their commitment to China’s democratic movement. June 4th must never be forgotten. Justice remains unfulfilled. Let us stand together to protect the truth and pass on the torch of democracy.

Thirty-six years ago, in Tiananmen Square, countless young people bravely fought for freedom and democracy, only to be brutally suppressed by the Chinese Communist Party’s tanks and machine guns, staining history with their blood. The front and second pages of this issue revisit the historical truth of the June Fourth massacre, analyzing the CCP’s stringent censorship and distortion of this topic, exposing its long-standing suppression of free speech. The third and fourth pages focus on the 36th anniversary commemoration of June Fourth held on May 24, 2025, at Santa Monica Pier, where the China Democracy Party International Alliance and anti-Communist activists used a massive “Pillar of Shame” banner and striking posters to reveal the CCP’s atrocities to international tourists, carrying forward the June Fourth spirit. Commemorative events worldwide echoed this effort, with tourists’ shock and support underscoring the power of truth. We call for remembering June Fourth, holding the perpetrators accountable, ending tyranny, and building a democratic China. This is not only a tribute to the fallen heroes but also a steadfast commitment to a free future!

This issue addresses critical contemporary issues, offering in-depth analysis of societal dynamics and human challenges. The front and second pages focus on the recent incident in Saitama, Japan, where a vehicle struck a group of schoolchildren, injuring four young boys, one seriously. This tragedy prompts an examination of the complex historical and ethnic tensions between China and Japan. The third page features an exclusive interview with a programmer who faced persecution in China for developing a VPN and subsequently fled to the United States. His story illuminates individual resilience amid oppressive circumstances and underscores the intricate relationship between technology and human rights. This report invites reflection on the boundaries of technological innovation and the protection of personal freedoms. The fourth page presents a reader submission on religious freedom in Taiwan, highlighting its vibrant landscape of diverse faiths coexisting harmoniously. Accompanied by a statistical chart illustrating the global state of religious freedom, the data provides a clear and thought-provoking perspective. We hope these contributions inspire readers to engage deeply with the values of freedom and tolerance. Grounded in facts and connected by a commitment to humanity, this issue invites you to explore the profound implications of these topics.

In this month of tenderness and resilience, we present a special edition: “Mother’s Day & Political Prisoners Solidarity Issue.” Mothers symbolize the origin of life, selfless devotion, and enduring love. On our front page, we trace the origins of Mother’s Day and share heartfelt reflections from new mothers navigating the complexities of our times. In the second section, we highlight three legendary female photographers in history, whose powerful works illuminate the greatness of maternal strength through the lens of suffering and hope. Yet beyond warmth and celebration, we must not forget those persecuted for their pursuit of freedom, justice, and faith. Many political prisoners are themselves children of mothers—or mothers themselves. Pages three and four are dedicated to a special feature in solidarity with these prisoners of conscience, sharing their stories to awaken moral awareness and convey unyielding courage. As we express gratitude for maternal love, let us also remember those who uphold truth and dignity behind bars and in the shadows.

On this World Press Freedom Day (May 3), this publication presents a special issue delving deeply into the state and challenges of global press and publishing freedom. The front page and page two focus on press freedom, citing Reporters Without Borders’ 2025 data, which reveals the grim reality of China ranking third from last in press freedom, analyzing how censorship and surveillance stifle truth. The page two feature, The CCP’s Global Pursuit: Reflections on World Press Freedom Day, penned by our editors, exposes the shadow of the CCP’s transnational repression and calls on the international community to defend free speech. Pages three and four shift to publishing freedom, continuing the discussion of banned books like Zhang Yihe’s The Past Does Not Fade Like Smoke, examining China’s censorship of thought and the resonance these works have sparked in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and overseas. From Lu Xun to Lung Ying-tai, educational indoctrination robs youth of independent thought, yet it cannot extinguish the spark of truth. Crafted by our editors with warmth and reflection, this issue pays tribute to every soul writing, reading, and resisting under oppression, hoping for the day when the chains of thought are broken.

This issue bears a heavy heart as it chronicles the challenges and sorrows of contemporary China and the world. The front page examines the resurgence of China's wave of societal revenge, dissecting how economic pressures, social fractures, and psychological crises fuel this recurring tragedy, urging us to confront the deep wounds of humanity. Page two delves into the reasons behind China's globally lowest proportion of religious adherents, from historical atheism to religious persecution, revealing the struggles of faith under control, while exploring the complex dynamics of China-Vatican-Taiwan relations following Pope Francis's death. Pages three and four are dedicated to a special feature on Francis, tracing the extraordinary life of this "People's Pope" from the slums of Buenos Aires to the Vatican, and detailing his reformist legacy and the poignant simplicity of his funeral. Francis's passing is a star fallen, leaving us with a call for compassion and peace; China's societal struggles sound an alarm, reminding us to seek redemption and unity in turbulent times. May this issue provoke reflection and kindle a spark of hope.