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As winter sets in, parts of China’s economy heats up

Nearly 10 million students taking ‘gaokao’ in China

Nearly ten million students in China are taking Gaokao, and this exam determines whether they get into their dream school.

China launches a weather forecasting satellite into space

The last key component of China’s Fengyun-2 meteorological satellite network has been launched into space.

World Environment Day: China’s battle against plastic waste

With a population of more than 1.3 billion people, China is a big producer and consumer of plastic products — meaning that it is also a huge generator of plastic waste.

Japanese group visits former site of biological warfare site in China

Northeastern China’s Changchun city was where Japanese germ Unit 100 was based during the Second World War.

China slated to become one of world’s largest consumer wine markets

China is becoming one of the fastest-growing consumer markets in the world.

Meet the man leading the way for China’s space exploration

Thirty Chinese scientists have received the Guanghua Engineering Science and Technology Award. It’s China’s top prize for engineering, science and technology. One of the winners is the chief architect of China’s space lab system.

Chinese kindergartens aim for better pre-school education

June 1 is International Children’s Day. CGTN’s Zhao Yunfei went back to class – to see some of the success in China’s pre-schools.

China’s transforming ‘pearl’ in economic crown jewel into a shipping hub

China aims to develop its southern Pearl River Delta region into a world-class urban cluster that would dwarf all others. Transforming it into a global shipping hub is a big part of the plan.

City in China races to complete super-sized metro station

In China, more and more cities are joining the competition to build a network of metro lines.

Chinese crossbow shooters and wood turners try to preserve ethnic traditions

Some of China’s regions are concerned that their native cultures may be in jeopardy. CGTN’s Frances Kuo introduces us to two communities determined to hold on to their heritage.

Doctors in China turn to AI to help detect cancer

Technological advancements are having a measurable impact in China. You can see it in the smartphones people carry, mobile payment technology, and even in hospitals. The use of artificial intelligence is leading to potentially life-saving breakthroughs in detecting cancer.

55th anniversary of African Union celebrated in Beijing

African diplomats in China celebrated the 55th anniversary of the African Union’s establishment in Beijing. The Rwandan ambassador to China says he expects the two nations to remain friendly.

When it comes to cruises, Chinese tourists aren’t on board

Some choose to travel by air or land, while others look to the high seas. The cruise industry worldwide is big business and keeps getting bigger. In the past few years, it’s expanded into China. But Chinese tourists aren’t warming up to cruise ships as much as expected. CGTN’s Frances Kuo reports.

Bamboo composite pipes deliver eco-chic concrete alternative

Builders say bamboo pipes have performed better than their traditional counterparts – typically steel and concrete – in resisting earthquakes and corrosion.

Playwright David Henry Hwang examines culture and politics in ‘Soft Power’

China’s growing influence and the state of American politics are providing the backdrop for a new production called “Soft Power.” It comes from the mind of playwright David Henry Hwang. He’s the first Asian-American to win a Tony award.

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Trump meets with Chinese vice premier on trade and ties

The two nations should prioritize trade and investment cooperation in such areas as energy and manufacturing, expand agricultural product trade and market access, and deepen bilateral cooperation on intellectual property rights protection, so as to create more tangible benefits for the two peoples, Trump said.

Xi’s envoy Liu He meets Kissinger, lawmakers in US

U.S. lawmakers expressed their willingness to maintain good relations with China. They said that while the two countries have economic and trade issues, they should avoid trade war.

What are you hearing: Yanny or Laurel?

It’s the audio clip that’s become a viral sensation: Yanny or Laurel? It’s dividing people across the Internet, and even the staff of CGTN America here in Washington, D.C. CGTN’s Audrey Siek and Jim Spellman went around the newsroom to get to the bottom of the sound.

Survivors of Wenchuan earthquake commemorate 10 year anniversary

In 2008, nearly 70,000 people were killed in an earthquake in southwestern China’s Wenchuan County. Sorrow and pain still remain, but there are survivors who have moved on.

Shanghai hosts China’s first expo dedicated to domestic brands

The first exposition devoted to Chinese domestic brands is underway in Shanghai. The three-day event began, fittingly, on May 10th – Chinese Brands Day. It’s part of China’s increased efforts to build awareness of its own products.

China and the US share a craze over crawfish

Food is a popular way to build bridges between countries, and one little critter has people in China and the United States in a craze. CGTN’s Frances Kuo has more on why crawfish are all the rage.

Crayfish vs Crawfish: Cooking up China’s favorite ‘little lobster’

In China, crayfish is called xiao lóngxiā (小龙虾), or “little lobster”. In the U.S., you might hear crawfish called “crawdads” or “mud bugs”. But in both countries, you’ll find these crustaceans have quite the following. In this special edition of the Digital Hub, CGTN’s Audrey Siek and Jim Spellman teamed up for a crayfish cook off, comparing Chinese versus American dishes.

Chinese President Xi Jinping holds talks with DPRK leader Kim Jong Un in Dalian

Comrade Chairman made a special trip to China to meet me again just after 40-odd days, Xi said, at a crucial time when the Korean Peninsula situation is undergoing profound and complex changes.

Researchers uncover Japanese wartime experiments on Chinese

Chinese researchers are uncovering secrets of Japanese experiments on humans during their wartime occupation of China, and they are getting help from Japan.

Attitudes toward sex shift away from taboo among Chinese millennials

China began its process of ‘reform and opening up’ 40 years ago. Now a new sort of ‘opening up’ is taking place among China’s youth. As part of our ‘New Generation’ series, CGTN’s Jeff Moody explores their changing attitudes towards sexuality.

New technology and fresh designs breathe new life into DPRK shoe factory

It’s a rare look inside the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. In this case, it’s inside a factory. And the facility is now taking a fresh approach to an age-old industry.

US decision on steel and aluminum tariff exemptions postponed until June

The White House has announced it’s postponing a decision on tariff exemptions for steel and aluminum. The new deadline is June 1.

Pres Xi and PM Modi to discuss China-India ties at informal summit

President Xi will be staying in Wuhan through Saturday for the highly anticipated meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The two leaders are holding an informal 2-day summit to enhance ties between the two Asian giants.

Young violinists from China earn accolades at prestigious Menuhin Competition

China has more than 10 million students who are learning to play the violin, and many of them started from a young age. Since the foundation of the Menuhin Competition in 1983, Chinese children born in the 80s have been influenced by the competition.

Beijing Film Festival spotlight’s China’s flourishing film industry

China’s s film industry is among the biggest in the world. And that has other countries taking notice.

Tree-planting in Beijing encourages foreigners and locals to work together

Beijing is encouraging people to make a difference for the environment, one branch at a time. The city brought tourists and locals together for an annual tree-planting. CGTN’s Rory Coen takes us on a tour of the trees in China’s Cherry Valley.

Chinese telecom giant ZTE says US ban will hurt the company, other firms

The U.S. took direct aim at ZTE for breaking a plea bargain. Last year, the company admitted to illegally shipped U.S. technologies to Iran and the DPRK, violating sanctions.

ZTE aims to be self-sufficient in technology after US sanctions

Chinese tech giant ZTE says it will strive to develop its own technology. That comes after the United States banned hardware and software sales to the company for 7 years.

Chinese golfer Shanshan Feng drives past competition to top spot

She reached that goal by winning an LPGA tournament in China, her home country.

A unique tourist program in Washington, D.C. partners with WeChat

Washington, D.C. offers unique tourist program that partners with WeChat

The program provides an interactive guide for Chinese tourists, right on the social media app.

China’s digital economy booms to one-third of GDP

Research shows “new economy” industries account for nearly one third of all economic resources behind China’s goods and services.

London Book Fair provides platform for Chinese books to the West

For book lovers, the annual London Book Fair is a dream – It’s one of the largest publishing events in the world.

Artificial intelligence aids in cancer diagnosis in China

Detecting cancer — one of the deadliest diseases — is not an exact science. But, artificial intelligence is helping doctors in China make more accurate cancer diagnoses.

Why the real U.S.-China trade deficit is much smaller than it looks

According to U.S. President Donald Trump, the U.S. trade deficit with China in 2017 was “the largest deficit of any country in this history of our world.”

China unveils landmark policies opening up financial markets

Xi Jinping’s commitment to open up China even more is already being put into action. China’s central bank unveiled landmark policies to attract foreign investment in the financial market.

President Xi charts course for fresh round of reform, opening up

In his speech, Xi announced that China will significantly broaden market access, create a more attractive investment environment, strengthen protection of intellectual property rights, and take the initiative to expand imports.

Future of Asian economy in focus at Boao Forum

In the past 20 years, Asia’s economies grew an average 6.8 percent annually, faster than any other region in the world. But questions of how sustainable this momentum is persist.

Trade war is like treating flu with chemotherapies: Alibaba’s Jack Ma

“You are not solving the problem of the cold, you are destroying the whole body, the whole system,” Ma made the comment on the U.S. trade war with China while attending a dinner with International Monetary Fund Managing Director Christine Lagarde during the Boao Forum for Asia annual conference, which runs from April 8 to 11.

Explainer: The US trade deficit and domestic consumption

When it comes to solving America’s trade deficit, some economists say it might be wise to look inward instead of blaming Beijing.

Chinese sculptor of the Martin Luther King Memorial on what inspired his vision

Sculptor Lei Yixin talks about the ideas that inspired his vision for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in Washington, D.C..

Chinatown walking tour, a glimpse of China’s influence in Jakarta

A new walking tour in Jakarta reveals part of the culture that’s existed there since the 15th century. It’s an opportunity for tourists and locals alike to get a flavor of the history and a taste of the cuisine.

Chinese space station Tiangong-1 destined for fiery demise

The U.S. Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder is monitoring the Tiangong-1 space station which is also on the verge of re-entering the atmosphere.

China & Brazil join forces for major push in renewable energy

China and Brazil are making waves in the renewable energy field. They’ve come together for a series of projects in Rio de Janeiro.

China grows industry for the country’s traditional drink

China is the largest tea producer in the world. These highlighted provinces represent China’s main tea-producing regions – each specializing in its own variety.

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