Watch: CGTN Art Series special program – When Classics Inspire

CGTN hosts a special dialogue, noscriptd “When Classics Inspire,” at #ARTSG2026 in Singapore on Saturday. A day earlier, “China Crafted,” the latest season of the CGTN Art Series, was launched alongside a curated display of the previous three seasons of the series at the exhibition venue. The dialogue explores how traditional aesthetics are being reinterpreted through contemporary art, digital exhibitions and new forms of storytelling.The panelists include Magnus Renfrew, co-founder of ART SG, Tan-Soh Wai Lan, president of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Seng Yu Jin, director of curatorial, research and exhibitions of the National Gallery Singapore, and Kevin Lam, senior curator (Chinese Art) of the Asian Civilization Museum. The program is scheduled to be broadcast globally across CGTN platforms in over 160 countries and regions. #ChinaCrafted #CGTNArtSeries

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Hong Kong SAR chief justice: 'No one is above the law'

Andrew Cheung, chief justice of Court of Final Appeal of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, reiterated the core principle of the rule of law that it must apply equally to everyone, regardless of status, occupation, political views, wealth or any other distinction. He reaffirmed judicial independence, stressing that courts must be allowed to perform their duties free from interference and in strict accordance with legal procedures. Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://goo.gl/lP12gA Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://www.cgtn.com/video

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Live: The new trend that has everyone wanting to 'become Chinese'

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WEF president praises China's commitment to global cooperation and economic openness

China's long-standing commitment to opening up plays a crucial role in rebuilding trust and expanding international cooperation at a time of growing global challenges, World Economic Forum (WEF) President Borge Brende said. In an exclusive interview with the China Media Group (CMG) in Geneva, Brende said that China has consistently upheld its policy of opening up and promoted global cooperation, noting that such an approach carries special significance in today's world which is fraught with a series of geopolitical challenges. Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://goo.gl/lP12gA Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-01-24/WEF-president-praises-China-s-commitment-to-global-cooperation-1KcbpbQgChG/p.html

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WEF president: Hainan special customs launch unsurprising in China's opening-up drive

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WEF president voices optimism on China's development in Year of the Horse

Borge Brende, president of the World Economic Forum (WEF), expressed optimism about China's development, highlighting the country's investments in future-oriented technologies during the Year of the Horse. He praised the diligence and strong sense of responsibility embedded in Chinese culture during an exclusive interview with China Media Group (CMG) in Geneva. Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://goo.gl/lP12gA Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-01-24/WEF-president-voices-optimism-on-China-in-Year-of-the-Horse-1KcfzlZVTLq/p.html

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Uncovering America: You get taxed for a sliced bagel in New York – and other peculiar American taxes

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CGTN Art Series | Art experts commend CGTN's digital expo in Singapore

CGTN showcased China Crafted, the latest season of the CGTN Art Series, alongside the previous seasons of the series at ART SG 2026 in Singapore from January 23 to 25. The digital exhibition received sincere commendations and warm messages from international curators, art educators and museum experts. Check it out! Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://goo.gl/lP12gA Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-01-24/CGTN-Art-Series-Art-experts-commend-CGTN-s-digital-expo-in-Singapore-1Kcqqky13fW/p.html

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One shot, one kill – Chinese time in my life: tai chi at work

"Chinese time" isn't just about drinking hot water. It's also tai chi on the factory floor, where a worker turns 200-liter oil drums into a perfectly timed dance. Hard work mastered with grace. Strength guided by control. It's the art of "using softness to overcome strength." Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://goo.gl/lP12gA Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://www.cgtn.com/video

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Davos dialogue: Interview with Christopher Pissarides

At the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, CGTN's Guan Xin spoke with Christopher Pissarides, Nobel prize laureate in economics, to examine how artificial intelligence and the green transition are reshaping productivity and the labor market. Pissarides also shares what it will take to guide this transformation toward sustainable and inclusive economic outcomes. #DAVOS2026 #economy Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://goo.gl/lP12gA Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://www.cgtn.com/video

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Former Olympic snowboarder arrested in Mexico, flown to U.S. over drug charges

Former Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding, a top FBI fugitive accused of trafficking 60 tonnes of cocaine and linked to murder, was arrested in Mexico and flown to California, U.S. officials said Friday. Wedding, 44, who competed in the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics, turned himself in Thursday at the U.S. embassy in Mexico City. He is expected to make his first court appearance in Los Angeles on Monday. #us #ryanwedding #drugcharges Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://goo.gl/lP12gA Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-01-24/Former-snowboarder-arrested-in-Mexico-flown-to-U-S-over-drug-charges-1KcwkSKLfqg/p.html

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Protests in Minnesota demand ICE exit amid federal enforcement push

Thousands gathered in freezing temperatures in downtown Minneapolis to protest the Trump administration's immigration crackdown. The demonstrations, part of a broader statewide movement against increased ICE enforcement, have continued daily in Minnesota since early January. Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://goo.gl/lP12gA Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-01-24/Protests-in-Minnesota-demand-ICE-exit-amid-federal-enforcement-push-1KcsGqC0rgk/p.html

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China's commercial space sector blasts off as new engine of growth

Gone are the days when space was a distant government-led endeavor. In China, it's now a booming, market-driven ecosystem. With an industry output value surpassing 2.5 trillion yuan and an annual growth rate of 20 percent, over 600 companies are propelling China's commercial space sector into the fast lane. On the bustling floor at the 2026 International Commercial Space Exhibition in Beijing, that transformation is on full display. CGTN's Liu Jiaxin has the latest hot take. Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://goo.gl/lP12gA Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://www.cgtn.com/video

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Zigong Lantern Festival opening night: My top 3 lanterns!

The Zigong International Dinosaur Lantern Festival officially opened on January 23 in Zigong, southwest China's Sichuan Province. From the legendary Mulan to the mythical Kunpeng, this year's lanterns bring classic Chinese stories to life through light, scale and craftsmanship. CGTN reporter Wu Yunliu selects her top three lantern installations from opening night. Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://goo.gl/lP12gA Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://www.cgtn.com/video

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Firefighters fight massive blaze in Bronx apartment

A four-alarm fire broke out in a 17-story Bronx apartment building in New York on January 24, spreading across the top floors and multiple units. More than 200 firefighters responded, with no immediate cause or injuries reported. In a video posted online, flames could be seen engulfing part of the top floors of the building. Subscribe to us on YouTube: https://goo.gl/lP12gA Download our APP on Apple Store (iOS): https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cctvnews-app/id922456579?l=zh&ls=1&mt=8 Download our APP on Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.imib.cctv For more: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-01-24/Firefighters-fight-massive-blaze-in-Bronx-apartment-1KcwAdl74rK/p.html

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'Becoming Chinese' trend creator Sherry: Chinese culture is a big source of happiness

Recently, the trend 'Becoming Chinese' has become a sensation online. Chinese-American creator Sherry Zhu, one of the pioneers of this trend, shares her perspective in an interview: "Chinese culture is a big source of happiness for me," she said. Now, with a large audience willing to learn Chinese culture, she finds joy in seeing people embrace traditions. For her, what matters most is that people are willing to learn. To Sherry, sharing culture is a positive, contagious act—one that builds bridges long after any trend fades. #thehype #BecomingChinese #chinese

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Time folded: Understanding Chinese aesthetics at ART SG

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'Becoming Chinese' trend: Even if the heat fades, the cultural curiosity lasts

In a discussion on whether trends like 'Becoming Chinese' will fade, as one of the earliest initiators of this trend, Chinese-American content creator Sherry Zhu acknowledges that all trends eventually lose their initial heat. However, she emphasizes what truly matters: the trend’s ability to open people’s views toward Chinese culture. "What matters the most is that people are willing to learn about Chinese culture," she says. For Sherry, this willingness to learn and understand ensures that even when the trend quiets down, a lasting cultural curiosity continues to grow.#thehype #BecomingChinese #chinese https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-01-24/-Becoming-Chinese-trend-Even-if-the-heat-fades-the-cultural-curiosity-lasts-1KczKEozXwI/p.html

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