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Michael Phelps takes on new goals after Olympic glory

Learn more about mezcal, the other agave spirit from Mexico

It’s tequila’s older, more dignified brother, and mezcal is making a comeback. Find out why.

For newborns, breastfeeding in the first hour of life is critical

Find out why colostrum is vital to a newborn’s health. Also, find out what colostrum is.

Through steps and emotions, tango creates a special bond among dancers

Tango Mercurio is a nonprofit organization for tango and outreach in Washington D.C.

If you ever wondered how acupuncture works, watch this

Acupuncture plays an essential role in Chinese traditional medicine. Learn more about this ancient practice and why more Americans are trying it out.

PHOTOS: 2018 California wildfires

Wildfires continue to rage in California, with 16 active sites that have both destroyed property and taken lives. Here is a collection of photos from various locations in the state.

In the Land of the Morning Calm: A look at South Korea’s stress-ridden workforce

People in South Korea work some of the longest hours of any country in the world, and job stress in the nation is at an all-time high. CGTN’s Isbella Diaz explains the role culture plays in the busy lifestyle of the “Land of the Morning Calm.”