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General Joseph Stilwell’s grandson shares family mementos

February 5, 2019

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.

February 4, 2019

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.

January 30, 2019

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.

January 30, 2019

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.

January 29, 2019

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.

January 28, 2019

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.

January 25, 2019

“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.

January 17, 2019

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.

January 16, 2019

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.

January 8, 2019

Appetite in China grows for luxury fashion brands

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

January 4, 2019

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.

January 3, 2019

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.

January 2, 2019

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.

December 28, 2018

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.

December 24, 2018

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.

December 21, 2018

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.

December 20, 2018

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.

December 19, 2018

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.

December 19, 2018

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.

December 13, 2018

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.

December 12, 2018

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.

November 28, 2018

Chinese company brings AI imaging to major medical conference

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

November 27, 2018

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.

November 26, 2018

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.

November 21, 2018

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.

November 15, 2018

Cellular companies unveil foldable smartphones

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

November 9, 2018

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.

November 5, 2018

Trade ties together China and US state of Kentucky

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

October 30, 2018

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.

October 23, 2018

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.

October 23, 2018

Breast cancer rates increasing twice as fast as global rate, according to WHO

Recently, China revealed its largest genetic analysis of Chinese people, helping identify genes linked to certain diseases like breast cancer.

October 19, 2018

Chinese tableware designer combines culture, art in ‘ceramic diplomacy’

When it comes to Chinese state dinners, there’s one ceramic designer that officials call. The artist is known for flawless tableware that impresses international leaders.

October 19, 2018

US ‘Bear whisperer’ could help save vulnerable pandas in China

China has made great strides to protect the beloved panda. Those efforts are getting a hand from one American biologist.

October 14, 2018

Chinese ambassador dismisses as ‘groundless’ US accusation Beijing interfering in domestic affairs

China’s ambassador to the U.S. has hit back at claims his country is trying to hack next month’s congressional elections. Cui Tiankai’s comments come amid a deepening trade war between the U.S. and China.

October 5, 2018

New trade deal in North America gives farmers hope for safer markets

Agriculture remains at the forefront of the United States China trade dispute following a range of tariffs and retaliatory tariffs.

September 28, 2018

Highlights: Wang Yi addresses General Debate of 73rd session of UN General Assembly

“We should adapt ourselves to the trend of economic globalization,” Wang Yi said, “China stands for a proper settlement based on rules… China will not be blackmailed.”

September 26, 2018

Diplomacy on the Korean peninsula a key issue for China at UNGA

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has been working the sidelines in the days leading up to China’s turn at the UN lectern.

September 21, 2018

Historic Phoenix Bakery in Los Angeles famous for its mooncake

It’s mid-autumn festival season, which means Phoenix Bakery in LA’s Chinatown is pounding out mooncakes by the hundreds all by hand.

September 20, 2018

China leads the world in female billionaires, but obstacles remain for gender equality

Among the themes at this year’s UN General Assembly is female empowerment and gender equality. Women have made great strides in the world but challenges remain.

September 19, 2018

The Empresses of China

CGTN gives you a glimpse inside the Forbidden City, to meet the empresses who defied expectations and helped define a dynasty.

September 13, 2018

Mix-messages on next round of talks on US-China trade war

Confusion surrounding United States trade policy toward China. President Trump took to twitter seeming to undermine his own officials over an offer of talks with Beijing.

September 10, 2018

Expo in Tibet showcases best region has to offer in culture and tourism

The event features a range of traditional products, but also celebrates Tibetan heritage.

September 10, 2018

Robots serve as teaching assistants in kindergartens across China

As the new school year begins in China, it’s not just students and teachers entering the classroom. Robots are also reporting for duty.

September 6, 2018

One shoemaker in Beijing proves as resilient as its footwear

Basic designs cost about $20 a pair; custom styles can run up to a couple hundred dollars.

September 5, 2018

Meet the voice behind ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ rendition of ‘Yellow’

The movie “Crazy Rich Asians” continued its dominance at the box office over Labor Day weekend. It was only the number one movie for the third week in a row, and surpassed $100 million. A lot of work went into creating this groundbreaking movie, including very specific music choices.

September 5, 2018

Tariffs threaten future of Virginia farm

The summer of 2017 represented new pastures for beef exporters in the United States. The Chinese market once again reopened to American beef. One farmer in the U.S. state of Virginia even went on a government trade mission, but the current trade war has left beef exporters on edge.

August 29, 2018

Important rail network in China’s Urumqi links Europe and Asia

It has been five years since China launched the Belt and Road initiative. Trade between partner countries has been growing each year, and a rail hub in western China’s Xinjiang region is playing an important role by connecting the Asia-Pacific region with Europe.

August 17, 2018

More Chinese children taking up modeling classes during school breaks

Sending children to modeling classes over the school break has become a trend in some parts of China, but some experts and parents worry about the negative effects of child modeling.

August 16, 2018

Robots take over shifts at a restaurant in Shanghai

Robots are making their way into many aspects of life in China. Now, some are leaving the labs for shifts at restaurants. CGTN’s Frances Kuo has more on how they’re changing the dining experience. A quick glance across a restaurant in Shanghai, and you don’t […]

August 16, 2018

China vows stronger supervision over vaccine production

Leaders of the Communist Party of China (CPC) on Thursday pledged greater efforts to ensure vaccine safety following the latest vaccine scandal and vowed to spare no one who dares to put the well-being of citizens in jeopardy.

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