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Child piano protégé graces Carnegie Hall stage

Child piano prodigy graces Carnegie Hall stage

A six-year old Chinese-American boy is being called a piano prodigy, after beating out thousands of applicants from around the world in a prestigious musical competition this year.

Researchers work to standardize traditional Chinese medicine

Researchers in China are working to standardize traditional Chinese medicine alongside Western styles.

Restaurants using WeChat to draw business in Manhattan

Wechat is rising in influence in the U.S. some restaurants are getting a boost from using the app.

TikTok app takes social media world by storm

TikTok is the latest social media darling. The video app is reportedly already up to 800 million users a month and is seeing a number of key Instagram influencers move over, lured by the huge potential of an emerging international online market.

China’s birth rate reaches lowest level in decades

China, with the world’s largest population, faces a possible population crisis – Research shows China’s population will peak around the late 2020s.

Chinese-born legislator makes history in US local politics

She’s a woman with a short name, vowing to make a long-lasting impact.

Extradition case of Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou carries wider political concerns

Relations between Canada and China have been somewhat strained since the arrest of Meng Wanzhou.

Who runs China?

The National People’s Congress (NPC), the country’s top legislature, is the highest organ of state power. Every March, NPC deputies gather in the Chinese capital of Beijing from every corner of the country to discuss affairs of the state. Who are these deputies? How old are they? Which ethnic groups do they belong to? What’s their educational background? We use 2,975 dots to represent the deputies from 35 delegations to take a look at their commonalities and individualities.

LEGO plans to build on its success in China

Danish toymaker LEGO has opened a new flagship store in Beijing, and the company plans to double its presence in China this year. The company sees the country’s growing affluence as a good opportunity amid the growing gloom in the industry.

Appetite for veganism grows in China

A report from Alibaba suggests vegetable consumption grew by nearly half during this past Spring Festival — compared with last year’s.

China’s demand for durian sparks environmental concerns in Malaysia

They’re stinky, spiky and some say, downright sickening. Because of their pungent smell, they’re even banned in some places in Asia. But fans of durian can’t seem to get enough.

Glitzy and glamorous, China’s ‘Gen Z’ is spending big on luxury items

But are they saving for a rainy day?

World’s highest peak above sea level facing a mountain of a problem

Standing at more than 8800 meters, Mount Qomolangma is famous for breathtaking views. But, parts of the peak have become an eyesore

No. 1 Document: Beijing to deepen rural reforms in fight against poverty

The document sets eight benchmarks, ranging from deepening rural reforms to ensuring food production.

Californian chef draws on her roots, fusing Asian and Cajun food

You can find Chinese food all over the world. But it takes on new twists as it adjusts to other cultures and tastes. One chef in California has drawn on her roots to inspire a new fusion food: Casian cuisine.

Work of Asian designers showcased at New York Fashion Week

Today, the bi-annual event is known for drawing designers from around the globe. In the process, it is slowly becoming more diverse.

Adoptive Chinese community forms in western US state of Colorado

When you think of places outside of China with large Chinese communities, Colorado doesn’t come to mind. The western US state has a fairly small Chinese-American population, but it has established a strong presence as an adoptive Chinese community.

Chinese-American skater youngest crowned US champion

There’s a new ice queen in the United States.

Research finds tai chi could improve quality of life for breast cancer patients

This week people around the world mark World Cancer Day. Much progress has been made on research and to improve treatments. Now, there’s more evidence that a traditional Chinese martial art holds promise in helping patients.

A trendy health drink with a unique name drawing millions of fans worldwide

It’s a drink with roots from the past in Asia. Now, “kombucha” is seeing a modern revival and is slated to become a multi-billion-dollar industry.

A look at how countries around the world ring in a new year

It’s not just the Lunar New Year that’s got people celebrating. Countries across the globe ring in their own, special ‘new years’ with every culture and calendar.

New York restaurants add specialty pork dishes to celebrate Spring Festival

What better way to serve up the Year of the Pig than with a pork feast! That’s what many Chinese restaurants in New York City are doing.

Paragliding offers welcome escape for urbanites in Hong Kong

When you live in one of the world’s densest urban area, relief sometimes comes in the unlikeliest of places.

Popularity soars at South Korean museum during the Year of the Pig

The Year of the Pig is giving the barnyard animal some extra attention.

A nearly 20-year cultural pilgrimage of Chinese monk depicted on US stage

Helping bring his life to center stage are 24 performers and an 80-piece orchestra of traditional Chinese instruments.

Spring Festival brings labor shortage across China

Just about everyone across China looks forward to the Spring Festival holiday season. With the possible exception of some employers who must deal with a sudden labor shortage across the country.

“Anger rooms” provide a smashing good time — and a way to relieve stress

It’s a way to relieve stress – by destroying property. And, it’s not only legal – it’s encouraged. They’re called ‘anger rooms’- and they’re popping up around the world, including in China.

Chinese board game GO experiences wide popularity in Cuba

The Chinese board-game GO has been played since ancient times, but it remains popular around the world even today.

A former steel maker finds a new career making ice for Olympians

It’s practice time and Olympic athletes are hard at work at the Shougang ice sports training center in western Beijing.

Appetite in China grows for luxury fashion brands

China’s millennials are the key driver of the country’s expanding fashion market.

Chinese millennials turn to second-hand stores for affordable luxury goods

The increasing affluence of China’s millennials is fueling sales of luxury goods, both new and second-hand.

Government shutdown snares National Zoo

Government shutdown snares National Zoo, preventing visitors from getting in, but not the personnel needed to feed and care for the animals.

Brazil-China relations under Bolsonaro

China’s Consul General to Rio de Janeiro offers his view of how China’s relations with Brazil will unfold under the new government of Jair Bolsonaro, who has been critical of China’s economic influence in the region.

A look back at Taiwan’s deadly earthquake

What was supposed to be a period of festivities turned into tragedy as many in Taiwan spent the Lunar New Year stuck in temporary shelters after an earthquake struck eastern Taiwan.

Chinatown changing in Vancouver

Many cities developed Chinese migrant communities that remain strong to this day. In Vancouver it’s estimated that forty-three percent of metro area residents have Asian roots. The city is home to a vibrant Chinatown although the area continues to face challenges.

Exploring American Jews’ tradition of eating Chinese at Christmas

Christmas is just around the corner, and millions in America will be celebrating. But many Jews will mark the holiday a different way – by heading to Chinese restaurants. Here’s a look at this decades-old tradition.

Man devotes lifetime to the art of wok-making

It’s a staple of any Chinese kitchen — the wok. The mass-produced ones are a dime a dozen. But those that are hand-made are truly special.

Renowned Cleveland Clinic collaborates with Chinese hospital in new affiliation program

Over the past 40 years, China and the U.S. have collaborated on a variety of fronts. One bridge that’s emerged is in the medical field. Recently, a widely-respected hospital in the U.S. teamed up with China.

Utility company fights poverty in Brazil with music

It’s not often a utility company is associated with classical music. But that’s exactly what you’ll find from the Brazilian subsidiary of the State Grid Corporation of China. They are trying to help reduce poverty Brazil.

New documentary reveals Japan’s biological warfare during WWII

Dec 13 marked the 81st anniversary of the Nanjing Massacre. But that’s just one of the atrocities committed by the Japanese Army during World War Two. One North-American filmmaker is trying to shed light on another – and how the United States let the perpetrators escape justice.

Meng Wanzhou’ s first day under ‘conditional release’ in Vancouver

Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou has spent her first full day under ‘conditional release’ in Vancouver.

Chinese company brings AI imaging to major medical conference

The newcomer is showcasing its latest medical imaging system, called Explorer.

Five-star hotel New luxury digs in China carved out of a quarry

The Intercontinental Shanghai Wonderland Hotel, touted as the world’s first underground hotel.

Acute pilot shortage, especially women, hits China’s aviation industry

Passenger planes are having trouble filling their cockpits around the world, including in China. The shortage is especially critical among female pilots.

A new pipeline in China part of efforts to increase natural gas production

A first for China lies underwater in South China’s Hainan Province.

Cellular companies unveil foldable smartphones

Shenzhen and Silicon Valley-based Royole was the first to unveil a commercially available foldable phone called FlexPai.

Plogging fitness trend combines jogging with cleaning up environment

Some say it’s a perfect combination of fitness – and protecting the planet. It’s called “plogging.” The trend first started in Europe and has now spread worldwide.

Trade ties together China and US state of Kentucky

They seem worlds apart, but Kentucky and China are overcoming their differences to work together.

World Buddhist Forum shows ancient and enduring ties of Chinese religion

The fifth World Buddhist Forum is set to close in Eastern China’s Fujian Province. Monks, scholars and religious experts have gathered to discuss the global, spiritual practice of Buddhism.

Chinese artist brings unique paintings to UN

A leading Chinese artist is showcasing his paintings at the United Nations headquarters. Changxin Zhou is recognized as the founder of “Heavy-Color Oil Painting” and he’s been in New York to spread the word.

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