U.S. President Donald Trump and the DPRK’s Kim Jong Un, leaders of two nations with a long history of hostilities, opened their second summit Wednesday with smiles, hopeful talk and a friendly dinner that will set the stage for more difficult talks to come about curbing the DPRK’s pursuit of nuclear weapons.
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Outreach and threats, both “productive” and “gangster-like.”
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Sure footing is needed for every sport, but especially this one.
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Pakistan promised a response to an Indian air-strike in the Pakistan controlled region of Kashmir. India said it targeted militants responsible for a deadly attack earlier this month on Indian soldiers. Pakistan dismissed that account as “reckless.”
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Between secretiveness and ‘official’ legend, it is hard to determine what is real about the DPRK’s ruling family. View our family tree and read more about its most intriguing members.
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As Hanoi’s landscape shows, Vietnam is still restoring balance – between reminders of war and monuments to peace.
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May said the promises were “commitments I am making as prime minister and I will stick by them.”
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U.S. President Donald Trump and Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) leader Kim Jong Un will meet on February 27 and 28, 2019. The February meeting comes after a meeting between the two leaders in Singapore in 2018.
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After long journeys to Vietnam, U.S. President Donald Trump and DPRK leader Kim Jong Un are in place for their second summit Wednesday to address perhaps the world’s biggest security challenge: Kim’s pursuit of a nuclear program that stands on the verge of viably threatening targets around the planet.
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A coalition of mostly-Latin American nations has met in Colombia, seeking a political solution for Venezuela. The display of solidarity – against President Nicolas Maduro – follows violent confrontation over Western aid.
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American rhythm and blues star R Kelly is free on bail after pleading “not guilty” to sex abuse charges. The singer faces accusations from four women that span decades.
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Pyongyang will not reveal a detailed inventory of its nuclear program, but its arsenal is believed to include an ICBM and hydrogen bomb.
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“There are pros and cons to everything of course, but opening up gives you options, and options are never bad.”
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Oscar wins for “Roma” add to a night of big firsts and increasing diversity. Success comes as fans in Mexico City and rest of the Americas are touched by film’s story.
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Cubans have overwhelmingly voted to adopt a new constitution. It guarantees the development of the island’s socialist system, but with a new model.
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Experts believe the summit’s success or failure will hinge on just two people, with reputations larger than life: Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un.
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Once enemies, Vietnam and the U.S. have developed strong trade ties that could inspire a U.S – DPRK economic relationship
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A group of animators with strong ties to China were nominated for the Oscar for Best Animated Short.
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CGTN’s continuing online and on-air coverage of the peace process for the Korean peninsula – and the world.
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IRNA cited a spokesman, Abbas Mousavi, confirming Zarif resigned after an Instagram post from the longtime diplomat offered an “apology” for his “inability to continue to his service.”
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The 91st Academy Awards have come to a close and this year, diversity won. Women, people of color and international themes were recognized across the board with a few unexpected surprises.
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China is raising concerns about workplace safety issues after a deadly incident at its largest silver mine on Saturday.
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European and Arab leaders have gathered at a resort in Egypt for the first ever summit between the EU and the Arab League. Countries attending pledged to boost cooperation to fight terrorism and illegal migration from Africa to Europe.
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One of this year’s Oscar contenders – ‘Black Panther’ – is breaking the mold. The Hollywood hit is the first superhero film in the Academy’s history to be nominated for the ‘Best Picture’ category. South African actress Connie Chiume, who was part of the impressive cast, sat down with CGTN.
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Uncertainty over a U.S.-China trade deal – including its timing and implementation – is leaving businesses on each side of the Pacific concerned about the future.
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The first new constitution since 1976 makes fundamental changes to the island’s politics.
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A new business aimed at empowering Afro-Brazilian children opens its doors in Brazil. It’s the first shop selling black dolls, filling a longstanding gap in the market.
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For many Mexicans, wealth and extravagance defined the presidential lifestyle. But the country’s new leader is putting that lifestyle up for sale.
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Tensions remain high in India-administered Kashmir in the wake of last week’s suicide bombing, and some in India are taking their anger out on Kashmiri students and traders. India’s prime minister has condemned the attacks, but there are worries an upcoming Supreme Court decision could escalate tensions in the region even further.
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Votes are being counted after Nigerians headed to the polls Saturday. The process has been relatively peaceful, but delays have frustrated voters – and there’s concern over turnout.
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Tensions are running high in the Brazilian border city of Pacaraima. Thousands remained at the city’s international border crossing with Venezuela to demand the entry of food and medicine as dusk fell.
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On the Venezuela-Colombia border rival music events. President Maduro is supporting a ‘Hands-off Venezuela Festival’ on one side. Opposition leader Juan Guaido attended an aid concert on the Colombia side.
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US President Donald Trump has decided to keep a “small force” of US troops behind in Syria after the withdrawal of some 2,500 troops. A senior administration source says the troops will likely become part of a larger observer force to monitor the situation.
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A report from special counsel Robert Mueller about the Russia investigation is not expected to be delivered to the Justice Department next week.
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U.S. President Donald Trump says he will consider delaying the deadline to reach a trade deal with Beijing before he would escalate his tariffs on $200 billion in Chinese imports.
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In the poorest region of Mexico, one business has found success by tapping into a local tradition, and helping workers out of poverty along the way.
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Brazilian authorities are moving humanitarian aid to the country’s northern border with Venezuela even though the international crossing has been closed.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday met with Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, Saudi Arabia’s crown prince, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
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House Democrats on Friday introduced a resolution to block the national emergency declaration that President Donald Trump issued to fund his long-sought wall along the U.S-Mexico border.
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This timeline shows the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s, (DPRK) significant nuclear developments and nuclear talks from 2017 to present.
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Some 90 billion mobile apps were downloaded in China last year, accounting for nearly half of all new downloads globally. With the market becoming very lucrative for app developers, Chinese firms are cashing in on the trend.
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A beauty pageant for child cancer patients in Mexico City boosts their self-esteem, as well the world’s awareness of their plight.
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While no breakthrough is expected during the current round of high-level trade negotiations in Washington, progress is reported. Enough so that a March 1 deadline to reach an agreement could be pushed back.
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The history of Jim Crow Laws and racism in California hindered whole generations of black people from enjoying the sport of surfing. CGTN’s talked to the women behind Black Girls Surf, who are teaching more women of color to surf and compete.
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Special counsel Robert Mueller’s Russia investigation has to end with a report. Even with numerous indictments and guilty pleas, including six former advisors to U.S. President Donald Trump, the final outcome is uncertain.
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A large fire has swept through a historic district of the Bangladeshi capital, Dhaka. Dozens of people have been killed, with reports as high as 110.
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The beaches on Boracay in the Philippines have been returned to their pristine conditions after a six-month clean up, and now the Philippine government has set its sights on another polluted coastline.
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U.S. officials laid out priorities for the upcoming summit between DPRK Chairman Kim Jong Un and U.S. President Donald Trump, and said the two-day summit will be similar in structure to the first summit between the leaders last year.
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U.S. singer/songwriter Christine Welch has found fame in China with her original songs performed in Mandarin.
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China’ first sci-fi movie blockbuster “The Wandering Earth” has raked in over $440 million in ten days – putting it on track to become China’s highest grossing film.
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