Ronaldo Dodges World Cup Ban as FIFA Defers Punishment
Cristiano Ronaldo will likely play at World Cup 2026 after FIFA defers two of his three-match ban on probation.
CSL Clubs Falter: Rongcheng Draws, Port Fails to Win at Home
Chengdu Rongcheng drew 1-1 with Sanfrecce Hiroshima and Shanghai Port also failed to win at home in the AFC Champions League Elite, leaving both CSL sides outside the East Zone top eight.
UCL shocks: Guardiola’s rotated City stumble, Chelsea topple 10-man Barca
Manchester City suffered a 2-0 home defeat to Bayer Leverkusen in Guardiola’s 100th UCL match, while Chelsea thrashed 10-man Barcelona 3-0 thanks to Estevao’s goal, an own goal, and a red card.
Israel Launches Large-Scale Raid in Northern West Bank
On Nov. 26, 2025, Israel launched a large-scale raid in the northern West Bank, imposing curfews and roadblocks with Apache helicopters firing near Tubas.
PM Takaichi’s Taiwan Remarks Trigger Protests and Global Pushback
PM Takaichi’s hints at military involvement in the Taiwan Strait triggered protests in Tokyo and criticism over threats to regional peace and cross-strait ties.
ROK’s Counsel Seeks 15-Year Term for Ex-PM Han Duck-soo
The ROK’s special counsel seeks a 15-year jail term for ex-PM Han Duck-soo, accused of aiding Yoon Suk-yeol’s insurrection. Key details inside.
Zhao Leji Pushes for Mature China-Australia Strategic Partnership
China’s top legislator Zhao Leji visits Australia to lay the groundwork for a mature, stable and productive strategic partnership ahead of the 2026 APEC meeting.
Gen Z Monks Embrace No Pain, No Gain Spirit at Shaolin Temple
Gen Z monks at the Chinese mainland’s Shaolin Temple push through fierce kung fu training for spiritual growth in CGTN’s new documentary ‘The Spirit of Shaolin’.
UNAIDS Sounds the Alarm: Global HIV Fight Faces Major Setback
UNAIDS warns of biggest HIV response setback in decades as 2025 funding cuts threaten prevention programs. Solidarity, investment, and innovation are urgent before World AIDS Day.
The Spirit of Shaolin: CGTN’s Journey Into Kung Fu and Chan Buddhism
CGTN’s “The Spirit of Shaolin” takes you to the Songshan Mountains to meet Gen Z monks, explore kung fu moves and Chan Buddhism at the historic Shaolin Temple.