Obama calls for unity against violent extremism Posted: 19 Feb 2015 11:09 PM PST | On the final day of the White House summit to counter violent extremism around the world, U.S. President Barack Obama called on representatives of more than 60 countries and international organizat. | Views: 3 0 ratings | Time: 02:02 | More in News & Politics |
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“Super China” documentary released in S. Korea Posted: 19 Feb 2015 09:49 PM PST | A seven-part documentary in South Korea called “Super China” is being broadcast by KBS as a New Year's special, giving a comprehensive view of China in the 21st century. The crew spent... | Views: 12 1 ratings | Time: 00:33 | More in News & Politics |
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Beijing seeks to host Winter Olympics, but where is the snow? Posted: 19 Feb 2015 07:59 PM PST | While winter sports haven't been particularly popular in China, the country's bid to host the 2022 Winter Olympic Games in Beijing and Zhangjiakou has inspired many people to take to the... | Views: 10 1 ratings | Time: 19:04 | More in News & Politics |
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Colorful night parade marks New Year in Hong Kong Posted: 19 Feb 2015 06:53 PM PST | A colorful night parade was held in Hong Kong on Thursday to celebrate the Chinese New Year. The two hour extravaganza, which has been a staple for nearly two decades, was filled with lively... | Views: 1 0 ratings | Time: 01:29 | More in News & Politics |
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Cross-Strait fireworks light up night sky to celebrate Spring Festival Posted: 19 Feb 2015 08:08 PM PST | Fireworks were set off simultaneously in the Mainland city of Xiamen and Kinmen in Taiwan, only two kilometers apart. Cross-Strait celebrations for the Lunar New Year began in 1987. The fireworks... | Views: 14 1 ratings | Time: 00:40 | More in News & Politics |
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In China, no business like show business? Posted: 19 Feb 2015 07:23 PM PST | Chinese movies have been making a splash globally, raking in a record $36 billion last year. China is the second biggest movie market in the world. Around 400 movies were released last year... | Views: 13 0 ratings | Time: 21:37 | More in News & Politics |
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Chinese Wing Chun Kung Fu growing in U.S. Posted: 19 Feb 2015 05:24 PM PST | While Jackie Chan's movies had made Kung Fu popular in the West, now there's a niche market in the U.S. for Wing Chun, a form of Kung Fu. Meet Lin Xiangfu, a Wing Chun master who has opened... | Views: 0 0 ratings | Time: 02:03 | More in News & Politics |
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Over 5 million Chinese set for overseas New Year holiday Posted: 19 Feb 2015 05:23 PM PST | According to official figures, 5.19 million Chinese are expected to travel outside the mainland for the Spring Festival holiday, an 8% increase from last year. South Korea tops the destination... | Views: 0 0 ratings | Time: 00:37 | More in News & Politics |
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China’s football series episode 1: A mission starts with children Posted: 19 Feb 2015 07:47 AM PST | Here is the first episode in a special series on the development of this sport around China, in the culmination of a cross-country journey to learn more about how the game is being grown in... | Views: 8 1 ratings | Time: 09:41 | More in News & Politics |
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Illegal cemetery takes 4-year-old boy’s life Posted: 19 Feb 2015 06:07 AM PST | Recently, an illegally built cemetery was exposed on China's social media following the death of a 4-year-old boy who died after falling into a pond near the cemetery in a park. A local villager... | Views: 24 3 ratings | Time: 00:40 | More in News & Politics |
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Kim Jong-un wants to improve people's livelihoods Posted: 19 Feb 2015 06:01 AM PST | The leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Kim Jong-un, has said that improving the livelihood of the people is the top priority of the ruling Workers' Party. In a nationally... | Views: 20 1 ratings | Time: 00:35 | More in News & Politics |
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India reported over 600 deaths from swine flu in 2015 Posted: 19 Feb 2015 03:25 AM PST | In India, swine flu deaths in February have already reached 300, taking the death toll in the country this year to over 600. The spread of the virus is reaching alarming levels as authorities... | Views: 6 0 ratings | Time: 02:40 | More in News & Politics |
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U.S. wants to block radicalization of Muslim youth Posted: 19 Feb 2015 03:53 AM PST | The White House is hosting a three-day summit in a bid to combat violent extremism in the U.S. and abroad. One of the aims of the meeting is to stop the radicalization of Muslim youths who... | Views: 2 0 ratings | Time: 02:10 | More in News & Politics |
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Chinese tourists being asked to mind their manners Posted: 19 Feb 2015 03:17 AM PST | As China's international tourism market increases, there have been an increasing amount of reports about "uncivilized behavior" by Chinese tourists. Chinese tour operators have decided to... | Views: 0 0 ratings | Time: 01:20 | More in News & Politics |
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New Ebola cases decrease to 128 in West Africa Posted: 19 Feb 2015 03:16 AM PST | There have only been a total of 128 new confirmed cases of Ebola recorded in Liberia, Guinea and Sierra Leone since February 15. This is the first decrease in three weeks, but resistance in... | Views: 0 0 ratings | Time: 00:59 | More in News & Politics |
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Firecracker sales in Beijing down by 1/3 in 2015 Posted: 19 Feb 2015 03:16 AM PST | While some Chinese traditions continue to bring enjoyment this time of year, others are gradually fading away. More people in Beijing are choosing not to celebrate with fireworks this lunar... | Views: 0 0 ratings | Time: 01:01 | More in News & Politics |
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Before The Kickoff Episode 3 How China’s most successful football club helps nurture future stars Posted: 19 Feb 2015 06:05 AM PST | CCTV's Sports Scene continues with a focus on football in the world's most populous nation, and presents a special series on the development of this sport around China. In this installment... | Views: 28 1 ratings | Time: 10:19 | More in News & Politics |
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Crosstalk: A window into the world of Chinese humor Posted: 19 Feb 2015 06:21 PM PST | Crosstalk or Xiangsheng is a traditional Chinese comedic performance. It usually takes the form of a dialogue between two performers, although, at times, it can be in the form of a solo monologue.... | Views: 84 1 ratings | Time: 39:52 | More in News & Politics |
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