A Chinese executive wanted by the U.S. may be passing her days in a Vancouver mansion, but friends say she is “trapped” in a gilded cage.
Tag: Vancouver (British Columbia)
Huawei Executive Meng Wanzhou’s Extradition Fight: What to Know
A Canadian judge will hear evidence on whether to extradite Meng Wanzhou, the company’s chief financial officer, to the United States to face fraud charges. Here’s what you need to know.
Chinese Immigrant Evades Murder Verdict in Killing of Wealthy Relative in Canada
After a trial that took more than two years, Zhao Li, who killed his millionaire cousin and then chopped up the body, was found guilty of manslaughter.
Five Places to Visit in Vancouver
In a city with a sleek, squeaky-clean downtown, the lifestyle editor Sara Harowitz finds authenticity in a neighborhood that has retained its blue collar roots. She shares her favorite spots.
Fighting Extradition, Huawei Executive Writes of ‘Moments of Fear’
On the first anniversary of her arrest, Meng Wanzhou wrote a public letter describing her life in Vancouver, where she is living in a seven-bedroom mansion.
Store’s Bid to Shame Customers Over Plastic Bags Backfires
A Vancouver store introduced plastic bags with embarrassing messages to persuade customers to bring reusable alternatives. The bags became a surprise hit on social media instead.
A Tale of Murder, Revenge and a Canadian Immigrant Dream Gone Wrong
Vancouver is riveted by the murder trial of a Chinese immigrant, accused of killing his wealthy relative. The story pulls together many strands of recent changes in the city.
What You Need to Know About the Huawei Court Case in Canada
How Meng Wanzhou, a Huawei executive, became one of the world’s most famous detainees.
Huawei Executive’s Life in Detention Seems Luxurious to Some Canadians
Many Canadians see the case of Meng Wanzhou, who can travel relatively freely with a GPS tracker, as an example of foreign money’s influence in Vancouver.
Clean, On Time and Rat-Free: 9 International Transit Systems With Lessons for New York
From Tokyo to Zurich, readers told us how New York’s subway compares with the public transportation in their cities (spoiler alert: not well).