During China’s political season – the Two Sessions, one of the hotly debated issues is the family planning policy. The birth rate in China fell last year, alarming officials who had confidently predicted a baby boom following the relaxation of the one-child policy.
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On this International Women’s Day, the world is celebrating the progress and achievements of women. For its part, China established Women’s Day as an official holiday in 1949.
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Just weeks after the U.S. announced tariffs on solar panels – many of them made in China – Beijing announced an investigation into claims the U.S. subsidized sorghum farmers
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American allies and neighbors will be the hit the hardest, with Canada, the Republic of Korea and Mexico among the biggest exporters. China comes in on the same list as the 11th largest.
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China is aiming to be a global leader in facial recognition technology. One store in Beijing is transforming the way customers shop.
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“Power tends to corrupt,” as the old saying goes, which is why Beijing set up a new institution to deal with it.
National Supervision Commission is its official name.
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A lantern procession, organized by the Art Institute of Chicago to coincide with a new exhibition featuring Chinese art, took place in Maggie Daley Park.
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“The bronzes from the Bronze Age of China… they really were the best in the world.”
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When we talk about the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, names that first come to mind are usually movie stars like Jackie Chan and sports personalities like Yao Ming. But how do they become members of China’s top political advisory body?
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In the United States, only one organization is dedicated solely to Giant Panda preservation.
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March 3 marks UN World Wildlife Day, which celebrates wild animals and plants and aims to raise awareness about threats against them.
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For years, Washington has blamed foreign importers of dumping cheap metals into the U.S. The finger has often been pointed at China. U.S. President Donald Trump says the practice has decimated American industry.
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The session adopted a list of proposed candidates for state leadership, which is scheduled to be recommended to the first session of the 13th National People’s Congress (NPC).
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Nearly 400 Chinese soldiers stood at attention at a United Nations camp in Mali this month to receive a special honor.
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Donald Trump’s presidential campaign often targeted China, accusing the country of stealing American jobs. Similar charges were heard in the 1800s, when the U.S. Congress passed the Chinese Exclusion Act.
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What does it take to be an Olympic-level athlete? Beyond the brawn, it’s mental might.
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At the PyeongChang Winter Olympics- one sports event made its debut on the frozen stage: mixed doubles curling.
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It was magic number 34 for a Chinese research ship completing China’s 34 th expedition in Antarctica. Among the payoffs: witnessing first-hand remarkable scenes like a school of about 50 whales swimming nearby.
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Artifacts are a common sight at museums – but how Beijing’s Palace Museum is presenting the past is truly special.
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Lots of celebrities turned out, including Chinese superstar Kris Wu, who played in the celebrity All-Star game for the third year in a row.
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In a special edition of the Digital Hub, CGTN’s Audrey Siek shows us how to make dumplings with special student Jim Spellman.
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In our international newsroom, some of our Chinese colleagues decided to spread the joy, and taught our non-Chinese friends the tradition song “Gong Xi Gong Xi.”
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It used to be if you wanted money at an ATM in China, you had to have a card. But now, all you need is your face.
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Ambassador Cui Tiankai says better cooperation and trust can be mutually beneficial for China and the U.S.
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Taiwan has become an increasingly popular tourist destination for people from the Chinese Mainland. But the deadly earthquake in Hualien last week could slow things down. It’s a big worry for those who rely on tourism for their livelihoods.
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More and more Chinese couples over the age of 70 are re-celebrating their unions, renewing their vows and having the party they wished they had the first time.
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Forget the fruit — or more specifically, the pear.
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The rare gathering at the Chinese Embassy gave parents and children a chance to meet and connect with families that share a similar story to their own.
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We are entering the Year of the Dog. CGTN’s Jim Spellman tells us about some famous folks born in the Year of the Dog.
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Click here for all our special coverage of Chinese New Year.
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According to the Chinese Lunar Calendar, 2018 is the Year of the Dog. But at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the Year of the Dog comes annually.
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Robots are becoming a growing presence in China. But, technology is not always perfect.
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Zhang Yimou is most famous for directing films that become hits in China.
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The Pyeongchang 2018 Olympics kicks off Friday. And the Games are a chance for China to help spark enthusiasm for winter sports, as it prepares for its turn in the Olympic spotlight.
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More than 80 strong and proud, China’s athletic delegation to the Winter Games made their entrance at the Athletes’ village.
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A strong 6.5-magnitude earthquake jolted waters near Taiwan’s east coast on Tuesday night, killing at least eight people and injuring over 200.
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Chinese calligraphy has been around for thousands of years, but one master calligrapher is updating with new techniques. She combines the art with traditional poetry, and uses color to blend Chinese and western styles. CGTN’s Zou Yun reports.
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It’s time for a story about a love that cannot be – in a time that cannot be forgotten. “Dragon Boat Racing” is a dance-drama wowing crowds in Washington, D.C. The Guangdong Dance Ensemble performed the piece at the renowned Kennedy Center. CGTN’s Roee Ruttenberg reports on this emotional performance that resonates across cultures.
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Liver cancer is one of the world’s deadliest cancers. And, it’s particularly common in China. Now, new technology could bring hope to patients.
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There has been some debate about how good ready to eat hot pot kits are, and if they taste good. So our Digital Hub team decided to try them to see if convenience really pays off.
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At the start of the year, a ban went into effect on the import of 24 types of solid waste, including some plastics and paper.
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Peking duck is known the world over, but Peking Opera is slowly fading. One Chinese performer, however, is trying to change that.
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To get a sense of where smart technology is headed, look no further than a so-called “intelligent” road in Shanghai.
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An archaeological marvel has been unveiled in eastern China. The site dates back centuries and offers a window into ancient life.
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Lin was born in Shanghai, came to the US, and had a long and fruitful career. She died at the age of 97 this past December, surrounded by her family in New York.
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Contemporary China inspired 33 composers, who created pieces for a series of concerts in The Big Apple at Juilliard School’s “Focus! Festival.”
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Chinese scientists have successfully cloned monkeys, using the same technique that produced Dolly the sheep in the 1996. They hope the cloned monkeys can help with medical advances, such as treatments for brain-related disorders and cancers.
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It completed the second phase of a 5G technical performance last year, with a large-scale test in the next few months.
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A driverless monorail transit system is in the final phase of testing in Yinchuan City in northwest China.
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