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Study links brain injuries with American football

American football is a tradition deeply entrenched in the fabric of the nation’s culture. So, a recent study that revealed a strong correlation between those who play and long-term neurological conditions could have disastrous effects.

‘Atomic Blonde’: Charlize Theron goes nuclear

Atomic Blonde was the movie Wonder Woman should have been. Charlize Theron shows everyone who’s boss. Here’s the latest from our Culture Curmudgeon.

Latin hit song “Despacito” is the most streamed music track ever

The Latin smash hit song “Despacito” is taking the world by storm. Seven months after its release, it has become the most streamed track ever, bringing down cultural and language barriers and perhaps changing music at the same time.

Chinese President Xi celebrates military in speech focused on peace, future

China held a grand military parade to mark the 90th anniversary of its People’s Liberation Army (PLA). Over 12,000 soldiers and officers took part in the Army Day celebration. President Xi Jinping inspected the troops and delivered a keynote speech.

‘Chasing Coral’ dives deep into the tragic effects of climate change in our ocean

Coral reefs are a source of natural beauty that nurtures aquatic life worldwide. But effects of global warming are threatening the reefs – and those who depend on them. A team of filmmakers dove deep to reveal the extent of this threat to our world’s oceans.

Infographics: How Christopher Nolan balances box office with storytelling

Director Christopher Nolan is known for commercially successful films with inventive storytelling. With release of his latest film “Dunkirk,” we take a closer look at his box office record and the unique style that makes him stand out.

Dunkirk: Christopher Nolan’s film explores the complexities of war

Christopher Nolan’s ‘Dunkirk’ is probably one of the greatest films about war ever made. Here’s the Culture Curmudgeon’s review.

a panda holding ice cubes for coolness in Chongqing Zoo

China’s zoos help cool down animals in hot weather

Animal keepers in zoos in east China are helping their dwellers to stay cool during hot summer days of a scorching heat wave.

Infographics: More football fans turning out for the Chinese Super League

Chinese Super League, the top tier football league in China, has become more popular than ever thanks to investment and influx of international players. But what are some other factors in the evolution of this young league?

“From India with Love” promotes peace, nonviolence in tense world

The “From India with Love” initiative takes delegations of Americans to India to learn firsthand the works of Indian leader Mahatma Gandhi and instill peace into their lives. A documentary film takes a look at the first trip for six Americans.

Initial actions of U.S.-China 100-day plan for economic cooperation

In April, Presidents Xi and Trump met at Mar-a-Lago for an informal summit of China-U.S. issues. Out of that meeting, a 100 day action plan for economic cooperation was agreed upon. Here are some of the major objectives and proposed actions of that plan.

Iran sentences Chinese-American to 10 years for spying, detains president’s brother

Iran has imprisoned a Chinese-American man for ten years after accusing him of “infiltrating” the country and detained President Hassan Rouhani’s brother over allegations of financial misconduct, authorities said Sunday.

Paraguay – the path ahead

From politics to culture, many key parts of society in Paraguay are shifting. Some outcomes can be predicted, but others are very much in flux. To tell these stories, CGTN’s Paulo Cabral and cameraman Alexandre Rampazzo traveled to Paraguay.

Cuba’s revolutionary history draws tourists

Granma Province, where Fidel Castro set up his secret headquarters, played a key part in Fidel Castro’s revolution. Today it’s tourists who make the four kilometer hike to see the site for themselves and soak up the history.

PHOTOS: ‘Welcome to hell’: Anti-capitalist protesters disrupt G20 summit

German police clashed with violent protesters Thursday in Hamburg a day ahead of the G20 summit. The skirmishes came hours before the two-day gathering of the world’s top economic powers.

PHOTOS: Hong Kong 20 Years Later

Hong Kong celebrated the 20th anniversary of it’s handover from the United Kingdom to China. See how the island celebrated.

OKNOTOK: Radiohead’s “OK Computer” is 20 years old

Radiohead’s OK Computer is one of those albums that will remain ageless. The band’s dystopian vision of the future is still vital.

CRISPR gene-editing reverses Huntington’s Disease in mice

A China-U.S. research program at Emory University using CRISPR-Cas9 has provided insight into how Huntington’s Disease works, and possible ways to reverse its cruelest effects.

Hong Kong’s 20 years

July 1 marks the 20th anniversary of Hong Kong’s reunification with mainland China after 150 years of British governance. CGTN America takes a look back at the changes taken place, and what they mean to Hong Kong, China – and the world.

A Taxing Woman: a look into 1980s Japan

The 1980s were spectacular years for Japan’s economy and society, until they weren’t. Juzo Itami’s “A Taxing Woman” shows how it all went wrong. Here’s the Culture Curmudgeon’s review.

Refugee camp in Jordan first to run on solar energy

At a Syrian refugee camp in Jordan, a new renewable solar energy plant built by IKEA and the UNHCR may return a bit of normalcy for those living in limbo.

PHOTOS: Pride celebrations around the world

June is LGBTQ Pride Month and people are celebrating Pride around the world. Click on this photo gallery to see how.

Wonder Woman: A great, but flawed superhero movie

For all its groundbreaking firsts, “Wonder Woman” could have been so much more. Try harder next time Hollywood. Here’s the Culture Curmudgeon’s review.

Giant robots from US, Japan to face off in battle for national pride

Voltron, Transformers, Gundam. It’s an anime come to life, as American and Japanese robotic firms will take part in the world’s first giant robot duel.

Thailand is hot for Sila’s solar chicken

On a roadside two hours south of Bangkok, a local food vendor is harnessing the power of the sun for the most popular part of his menu: Solar chicken.

Memories of taking the gaokao-China’s national college entrance exam

Watch this video, where we interview CGTN staff about their gaokao stories and experiences.

NASA finds a NICER way to study neutron stars

Learning about neutron stars could help scientists understand more about both the nature of the universe and, perhaps, how to get around it.

US President Trump announces withdrawal from Paris Climate Agreement

President Donald Trump said Thursday he was withdrawing the U.S. from the Paris climate agreement, striking a major blow to worldwide efforts to combat climate change and distancing the country from many allies abroad.

Twilight’s tragedy: A review of ‘The Father’

Age is just a number, that is until your mind starts to unravel. ‘The Father’ explores the steady and tragic decline of a man in his twilight years. Here’s the Culture Curmudgeon’s review.

What is the Chinese Dragon Boat Festival?

With a history over 2,000 years, the Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duanwu Festival (端午节), is steeped in tradition and legend. The holiday commemorates Qu Yuan, a Chinese poet and patriot who lived from 340-278 BCE.

Timon of Athens: A review

We are mercurial, unpredictable creatures prone to inconsistencies and hysteria. Sometimes we appear to have everything together but underneath our stolid exterior lies an amorphous blob of anxiety- a mixture of insecurities, ignorance and fear.

PHOTOS: Victims of the Manchester terror attack

An explosion struck an Ariana Grande concert in northern England on May 22, killing at least 22 people and injuring dozens. Some of the victims have been named.

PHOTO GALLERY: Remembering Roger Moore (1927-2017)

Roger Moore, the beloved British actor who portrayed James Bond in seven “007” films, has died at 89. View our photo gallery highlighting memorable moments and monumental works in his acting career.

Black Saudi Arabian blogger challenges perceptions of beauty in the Middle East

An estimated 10 percent of Saudi Arabia’s 31 million people are of African descent.

How the Iranian elections could impact the Iran nuclear deal

As Iranians head to the polls to elect a new President, the fate and impact of the nuclear agreement hangs in the balance.

A changing view: Tales of the Arctic through the ages

Impossible to reach for most of history, beliefs about the North Pole have depicted more about the imagination of their times than anything else. As those myths fade into history, so too may the Arctic features that once inspired them.

Reports of computer-crippling ransomware spread across globe

A ransomware demanding $300 in Bitcoin per computer appears to have infected tens of thousands of users in up to 74 countries. The attack has already shut down certain hospital services in the UK.

China racing ahead to beat cancer with CRISPR

For the second time in a year, doctors in China have used the CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing technique for the treatment of cancer. It is also only the second time CRISPR-Cas9 has been used in human trials.

Dumb ‘Smart People’: a review

Arena Stage’s ‘Smart People’ isn’t so smart and not that funny either. Unless you’re a fan of stupid television sitcoms, take a rain check and wait for the next season. Here’s the Culture Curmudgeons review.

DOCS: FBI Director James Comey fired

Read some of the official documents and communications related to the firing of FBI Director James Comey, including his dismissal letter from President Trump.

FBI Director James Comey fired by Trump administration

Amidst increased scrutiny after contradictory testimony on Capitol Hill last week, FBI Director James Comey has been fired. The White House said the search for a new FBI director was beginning immediately.

TIMELINE: Development of C919, China’s first commercial jetliner

The maiden flight of the C919, China’s first home built commercial passenger aircraft, was several years in the making. Let’s have a look at some milestones along the way in this first for Chinese aeronautics.

Breathtaking mirage in the deserts of Xinjiang, China

The breathtaking mirage of a lake surface appeared Sunday in the vast desert of northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Tourists who witnessed the natural event were awed.

SpaceX launches top-secret satellite for US government

SpaceX launched a top-secret spy satellite for the U.S. government Monday morning and then successfully landed the booster for recycling.

China’s Tianzhou completes first refueling of Tiangong-2 space lab

China has successfully refueled the Tiangong-2 space lab in orbit with its very first cargo spacecraft, Tianzhou-1 – proving it has mastered a crucial piece of technology needed to move forward with its own space station.

NASA’s Cassini spacecraft begins ‘Grand Finale’ of Saturn mission

As a ‘grand finale’ to its 20-year mission, NASA’s Cassini spacecraft ventured Wednesday into the never-before-explored region between Saturn and its rings.

Trump’s 100 Days

As U.S. President Donald Trump approaches his first 100 days in office, we have an interactive look at the achievements, controversy, and questions that have emerged from his presidency.

A brief history of China’s first astronauts

It’s only been 14 years since China sent its first astronauts to space, but a lot has been accomplished in that short time. Learn more about China’s Shenzhou missions and its brave astronauts pioneering the final frontier.

What you need to know about the 2017 French Presidential Election

The French have a saying when it comes to their two round electoral system- Vous votez d’abord avec votre cœur, puis avec votre tête – You vote with your heart (in the first round) , then with your head (in the second round).

Fate of the Furious: Still fast, still stupid, still awesome

Fate of the Furious has all the fun, excitement and unintended hilarity of a big, dumb, and loud Hollywood summer blockbuster. Those who mistake it for anything else should get their heads examined. Here’s the Culture Curmudgeon’s review.

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