US-Canada Steel Standoff: Tariffs Heat Up
US imposes 50% tariffs on steel and aluminum; Canada retaliates with 25% duties and new quotas, including a surcharge on Chinese mainland imports, escalating trade tensions.
2025
August Brings 2-3 Typhoons and Record Heat to Chinese mainland
Meteorologists expect 2-3 typhoons to hit the Chinese mainland in August amid record heat and uneven rainfall, raising risks of floods, droughts and higher energy demand.
SCO 2025 Inter-Civilizational Dialogue Kicks Off in Tianjin
Over 300 delegates gathered in Tianjin for the 2025 SCO Inter-Civilizational Dialogue, exploring cultural heritage and charting a shared digital future.
A Revealing Look at the Israel-Gaza Border
Explore the complex realities and human stories at the Israel-Gaza border, where history, security, and hopes intersect on a shared horizon.
Inside ‘Nobody’: A Wild New Animation Ride Through Journey to the West
CGTN’s new animated film Nobody reimagines Journey to the West with four yaoguai impostors. Dive into the exclusive mini-doc ahead of its August 2 release.
Historic Ciragan Palace Prepares for Russia-Ukraine Talks
Istanbul’s Ciragan Palace sets the stage as the world watches the upcoming Russia-Ukraine talks unfold.
He Lifeng Heads to Sweden for China-U.S. Trade Talks
Chinese vice premier He Lifeng is headed to Sweden July 27–30 to lead China-U.S. trade talks, aiming to ease tensions and boost global economic ties.
Zhang Wenao Seizes 1m Springboard Gold at 2025 World University Games
Zhang Wenao overcame an early deficit to claim men’s 1m springboard gold at the 2025 World University Games in Berlin, while Hu Yukang took silver.
Wu Yibing Cruises Past Monfils to Reach Citi Open Round Two
Chinese mainland’s Wu Yibing cruised past Gael Monfils 6-3, 6-1 at Citi Open, notching his first ATP Tour win this season. Next up: No.10 seed Alexei Popyrin.
Typhoon Wipha Triggers Severe Flooding in Central Vietnam
Typhoon Wipha, the sixth storm of the year, has flooded central Vietnam, claiming lives, inundating villages and rice fields, and raising flash-flood risks.