15th National Games Dolphin Mascots Win Hearts in Hong Kong
Xiyangyang and Lerongrong, mascots of the 15th National Games inspired by the Chinese white dolphin, are stealing the show in Hong Kong with their cute designs and eco-message.
Culture
Dive into cultural trends, from movies and music to art and lifestyle, with a unique blend of modern and traditional insights from around the world.
Guizhou’s Matcha Livestreams Fuel Rural Revitalization
Guizhou’s Tongren region tops the Chinese mainland in matcha output and sales, and young farmers are using livestreams to boost exports and drive rural revitalization.
These Tang Dynasty-Inspired Car Fragrances Are Art You Can Smell
Discover how Tang Dynasty-inspired car fragrances are turning car interiors into mobile art galleries with scents to match.
Real Laugens as Wearable Art: Bread Accessories Trend
From bag charms to earrings, accessories made with real laugen bread are the chewy, eco-friendly trend sweeping the Chinese mainland market in 2025.
Auckland Mayor Draws Urban Insights from Hotline Beijing Screening
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown attended a CGTN documentary screening for Hotline Beijing, gaining fresh urban management ideas for his city.
Laugh, Learn, and Resist: ‘Twa-Tiu-Tiann’ Spotlights 1920s Cultural Heroes in the Taiwan Region
The 2014 film Twa-Tiu-Tiann sends a modern student back to 1920s Taipei under Japanese colonial rule, where he teams up with Chiang Wei-shui and the Taiwan Cultural Association.
Sanya’s Chinese Corner Empowers International Talent
Since launching in 2024, Sanya’s Chinese Corner has helped nearly 100 international talents overcome language barriers and dive into local life on the Chinese mainland.
CMG Premieres ‘New Voices of the Young Phoenix’ Children’s Opera Gala
Discover CMG’s first children’s opera gala, ‘New Voices of the Young Phoenix,’ airing Tuesdays since Nov 18. A vibrant blend of youthful spirit and traditional Chinese opera.
Fuzhou’s Rouyuan Station: 500 Years of China–Ryukyu Connections
Discover Fuzhou’s Rouyuan Station, the 1472 gateway that welcomed Ryukyu envoys and now preserves centuries of China–Ryukyu maritime ties.
Serenity on the Move: The Rise of Home and Car Fragrances
Discover how home and car fragrances are redefining mindful living in 2025, from reed diffusers to wax melts, with brands like SongChao Fragrance leading the way.