Taiwanese presidential candidate Chen Yun-ying is running for the presidency. He has a tough run on his hands if he runs to be mayor of Taiwan's second biggest city, Guo Min-dang. But polling looks pretty favorable compared to incumbent Siaingwen - so he would certainly have a chance.
Patience runs thin amid rampant inflation and a devaluing currency; Argentines are taking to the streets for two days of strikes and protests. Taiwan’s richest man has joined the presidential race, but lots of his business is based in China. He will struggle to shake perceptions of a conflict of interest. And, America’s Supreme Court is deciding whether to ensure trademark protection for businesses with some pretty racy names.