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Embedded on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau at a height of 4,500 meters above sea level sits the only school across the vast land of Maduo Township. The place has one of the longest winter seasons and temperatures that can drop to minus 40 degrees Celsius. Here, the herders’ children live a life far different from the tech-driven world. Ahead of the International Children’s Day, our reporters visited the school and spoke with the kids, teachers and parents. Hear their stories of love and hope, courage and devotion in CGTN Radio podcast “The Top Story.”

Donald Trump becomes the first former US president to be convicted of a crime after a jury finds him guilty in his hush money case. The UN General Assembly pays tribute to the late Iranian president who died in a helicopter crash. Chinese and U.S. defense chiefs have their first face-to-face meeting in Singapore.

Israel's military says it has seized control of the entire length of Gaza's border with Egypt. Chinese President Xi Jinping pledges closer ties with Arab countries and more aid for Gaza. Vote counting is underway in South Africa in what could be the country's most pivotal general election in 30 years.

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Papua New Guinea says more than 2,000 people were buried in Friday's massive landslide as rescue efforts continue. Hamas slams an Israeli bombing on Rafah, while Israel says it struck tents where Hamas fighters were operating. Leaders of China, Japan and South Korea meet in Seoul for the first time in over four years.