Chinatown’s across the U.S. have had a turbulent year dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. CGTN reporter Mark Niu went to the oldest Chinatown in America in San Francisco to see how the historic area has been surviving.
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Chinese food is gaining a lot of fans on TikTok. Videos using the hashtag #Chinesefood have earned hundreds of thousands of likes. And that has led to a boost in popularity for some restaurants and also, social media influencers.
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Social media…peer pressure…anxiety from the pandemic; A few of the factors driving some to eating disorders. The illness can destroy one’s self-esteem, and lead to deadly consequences. But, many have found the strength to prevail and spread the word about their struggles.
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In many cities around the world – the past is increasingly making way for the present. Historic buildings often replaced by gleaming skyscrapers. And in the process, history can get lost and forgotten. In Hong Kong, a studio is trying to prevent that little […]
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Construction has begun in China for a huge Titanic replica. It’s measured to be the exact dimensions of the real ship and designed to be a theme park.
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Some have dubbed it the big invasion. But these guys aren’t fighters, but lovers. These critters are “Brood Ten” cicadas, and they are everywhere, especially along the east coast of the United States. The Washington D.C. region is now the epicenter. CGTN’s Frances Kuo reports.
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A marriage counsellor went viral on Chinese social media recently for his livestreaming advice on how to save relationships. See what advice he gave.
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China is on track to becoming the world’s largest luxury market by 2025, even surpassing pre-pandemic levels. In addition, the second-hand luxury market reached nearly $3 billion in 2020. A school has launched a course to teach students how to tell the different between real and fake.business school
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As hate crimes against Asian-American have escalated in the U.S., the Asian Liaison Unit of the Washington police department dedicated to addressing concerns about the city’s Asian-American communities. Find more.
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A program in China is using robots to teach #autistic children the social skills to reduce the anxiety. See how it works.
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Sophia, a humanoid robot developed by a Hong Kong-based company can take care of the sick or elderly. The company plans to mass produce thousands of its robots, including Sophia by the end of 2021 amid pandemic.
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On this year’s Double 11 online shopping festival, also known as Single’s Day, sales could be a vital lifeline for retailers after the COVID hammered sales globally. But for U.S. brands looking to sell their wares, there are signs Chinese consumers may be cooler to them this year. Watch and find out.
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The Lancang-Mekong River is known as the “Danube of the East,” supporting more than 70 million people along its path. In China, it’s the Lancang River. It becomes the Mekong once it flows out of the southern province of Yunnan and runs through Myanmar, Laos, […]
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The United Nations is calling for an end to the spread of misinformation about coronavirus.
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The Harbin Ice and Snow Festival in China is a popular event that draws millions every year. It also provides a financial boost for the people who live there. One group plays a very important role to make the event happen. CGTN’s Frances Kuo explains.
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For years, Chinese scientists have been cloning animals for medical research. But now the practice is expanding to commercial use. Recently, one company in Beijing achieved a first in the field.
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The esports industry is growing by leaps and bounds with total global revenues expected to surpass one billion dollars this year. And now the esports market is making its way into academia. In more than a dozen U.S. states, esports is part of the athletics […]
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Chinese-American author’s memory lives on in San Jose, California with the opening of Iris Chang Park.
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In less than a week, China will hold its second import expo in Shanghai. World leaders are set to attend an opening ceremony. The expo this year features more exhibitors and a bigger exhibition park.
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Mahjong is a traditional Chinese game that dates back centuries. In New York City, it’s seeing a revival among Jewish-American women, while drawing competitive players to national tournaments.
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Pork prices have skyrocketed about 50% from a year ago. That blow goes beyond the farm. China is the largest pork consumer in the world, and pork is a staple in many Chinese dishes.
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Cafes around the world are expanding their appeal – by offering the affection of a pet. Owners at one café in China say the concept isn’t “quackery.” CGTN’s Frances Kuo has more. It may look like life on the farm. But, it’s actually an afternoon […]
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A drug made in China is proving to be a critical tool in fighting a disease thousands of kilometers away. Health workers in Uganda are using the drug to treat a surge in malaria cases.
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A judge ruled this week that Harvard University does not discriminate against Asian Americans in admissions.
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Don’t let the Big Top fool you – one show will turn your idea of a circus on its head.
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This month, China slapped the U.S. lobster industry with a 35 percent retaliatory tariff – up 10 percent from last year.
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The materials he uses are unpredictable – and extremely dangerous. Yet one Chinese artist wouldn’t have it any other way.
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China is taking cashless buying to a whole new level. Many stores are trailblazing facial recognition payment systems.
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China reaches above and beyond the moon. China National Space Administration has made progress this past year… and are continuing to the search the skies with many missions ahead.
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Kindergartens across Shanghai offering football to students.
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Before saying their wedding vows, more and more couples in China are saying ‘smile!’ for the camera. Glamorous pre-wedding photoshoots are now a booming industry there.
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Virtual reality is playing a big role in many fields. And now, it’s showing up at one medical clinic in the United States.
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Jeremy Riesenfeld suffered from depression in his early 20s and credits acupuncture with healing him. Now, he sees over 100 patients every week in his own acupuncture clinic in Washington, D.C.
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Yosemite National Park is famous for its majestic sequoia trees and landmarks like El Capitan and Half Dome. But few have heard of Sing Peak.
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Chinese cuisine is among the most popular in the world, and salt has been a big component of Chinese diets.
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“Shadow play can teach us knowledge and values. It’s also very funny and interesting,” said Mang Gaoxin, said one young audience member.
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It may look like a steam bath, but the temperature in one chamber dips to negative 100 degrees Celsius.
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The wall’s Badaling section outside Beijing is the most popular, attracting 10 million visitors last year. To ease the strain, local authorities recently implemented a new daily cap of 65,000 people.
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It’s one of the most popular trends on Chinese social media — people being photographed on the street.
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It’s said money can’t buy class, but it can buy you some manners in Shanghai.
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It’s been 45 years since Brazil and China established diplomatic ties, and Rio is hosting a first-of-its-kind celebration.
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Today was day seven in Brendt Christensen’s trial over the disappearance of Chinese scholar Zhang Yingying two years ago. Her body was never found.
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Hong Kong is known as the Pearl of the Orient for good reason. It’s a place with a rich history of pearl fishing dating back a thousand years.
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New testimony offers insight into how federal agents obtained crucial details about the suspect in the 2017 disappearance of a Chinese scholar. DNA evidence confirmed Zhang Yingying was inside the man’s apartment. The revelation came during day six of the trail. CGTN’s Dan Williams was […]
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Typically during a trip to the store, there are store shelves and products for sale. But at some businesses, one thing is missing – the staff.
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Solar and wind power make up a growing part of the world’s electric power. Nuclear fusion also has potential. But scientists have been unable to generate much of it — until now.
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A Colorado reproductive medicine practice has helped some 4,000 babies be born. His patients, impressed by American success, increasingly travel here from China.
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Chinese students have found themselves in the middle of increased tensions between the U.S. and China – fueled in large part by the ongoing trade war.
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Jury selection has begun in the trial of a man alleged to have murdered Chinese scholar Zhang Yingying. She disappeared two years ago in the city of Urbana, in the state of Illinois. Authorities say the suspect kidnapped her and then killed her
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