CGTN gives you a glimpse inside the Forbidden City, to meet the empresses who defied expectations and helped define a dynasty.
Puerto Ricans have come away from the disaster of Hurricane Maria with a clear-eyed view of reality: That they are the authors of their future. Tired of politics, government bureaucracy and mismanagement, they learned to rely on each other — their families and community — to rebuild and survive
Some American retailers are starting to feel the effects of trade tariffs. Aprices on some goods are expected to increase in the months ahead, one retailer is holding a ‘pre-tariff sale’.
It’s been one year since a magnitude 7.1 earthquake hit Mexico City. It killed more than 360 people. Many of the thousands left homeless are still living in damaged buildings or government shelters. On Wednesday, they remembered the quake’s victims, and called on the government for more help.
U.S. President Donald Trump is among the first leaders scheduled to kick off debates at the annual United Nations General Assembly meeting next Tuesday. He will face increased push back and skepticism after a year of action that includes withdrawal from U.N. bodies and agreements, and funding cuts.
The leader of the DPRK, Kim Jong Un, meets with the President of the Republic of Korea, Moon Jae-in, in Pyongyang.
The police in Fayette County, Pennsylvania have killed a gunman after a shooting outside a crowded courtroom. The shooting has left at least four injured and one dead.
Ingesting plastic can clog canals and cause lethal internal injuries.
Chinese musician VAVA is making a name for herself in the international, hip hop scene, from performing on “The Rap of China” to being featured on the soundtrack to “Crazy Rich Asians”. CGTN’s Isbella Diaz takes a look at how this talented artist quickly shot to stardom.
In Okinawa, people are working to preserve the native language. Only about 400,000 people speak Uchinaaguchi, a language UNESCO has deemed endangered.
On the surface, “Crazy Rich Asians” is a great romantic comedy. But dig a little deeper and it’s a scathing indictment of the rich and their lifestyle. Here’s the Culture Curmudgeon’s review.
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It has been nearly a year since Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico. Nearly three thousand people died and many are still struggling to cope with the aftermath.
China will not engage in competitive currency devaluation and will not weaken the yuan to boost exports, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said on Wednesday.
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The event features a range of traditional products, but also celebrates Tibetan heritage.
As the new school year begins in China, it’s not just students and teachers entering the classroom. Robots are also reporting for duty.
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WEQX is synonymous with indie rock, but the music isn’t the only thing with an independent streak at this radio station.
Anne Taintor’s clever art has created a niche genre of consumer goods that deal with domestic stereotypes, bringing mid-century advertisements back to life with her wit and charm.
There’s much more to China’s “handsomest monk” than his imposing height and striking looks. As CGTN’s Sean Callebs discovered, he’s breaking stereotypes and changing perceptions about his faith one fan at a time.
The story of three families exploring the dangers -and desires – of finally going home. The difficult journey residents of Fukushima still have to take.
It’s of the world’s most dynamic countries, a vast subcontinent with a rich millennial history. This is the story of India, a land of vast contradictions, where women struggle to survive and thrive.
On September 19th 2017, a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Mexico City. It killed hundreds of people and caused panic and mass destruction. Correspondent Mike Kirsch traveled to Mexico City for the anniversary of the quake to find out more.
A massive fire destroyed Brazil’s National Museum and most of its 20 million relics on September 2nd. Correspondent Lucrecia Franco tells us about some of the priceless treasures that were lost and why the museum was so vulnerable to this disaster.
Mexico’s capital wasn’t the only area affected by the September 2017 earthquakes. Political Analyst Laura Carlsen joins anchor Elaine Reyes on the set of “Americas Now” to discuss the accusations of corruption.
The inventor of a new building material is offering housing solutions to Mexicans made homeless by earthquakes. Meet the founder of “Echale a tu Casa”… Francesco Piazzesi.
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