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Mining the deep reporting of CNA's correspondents, Teresa Tang goes behind the scenes with journalists on the frontlines to unpack the biggest Asian and global stories.

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Mining the deep reporting of CNA's correspondents, Teresa Tang goes behind the scenes with journalists on the frontlines to unpack the biggest Asian and global stories.

    With Joe Biden out, could Kamala Harris beat Donald Trump?

    With Joe Biden out, could Kamala Harris beat Donald Trump?

    It could be the most tumultuous lead-up to a US presidential election ever. The Democratic incumbent, Joe Biden, has dropped out of the race, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as his replacement. Teresa Tang speaks with Nick Harper to ask all the burning questions, including who could be Ms Harris’ running mate and can she take on Republican nominee Donald Trump.
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    • 16 min
    Futuristic utopia or white elephant? Countdown to Indonesia's new capital hosting Independence Day

    Futuristic utopia or white elephant? Countdown to Indonesia's new capital hosting Independence Day

    Despite questions and controversy, Indonesian officials insist Nusantara will be ready to host Independence Day on Aug 17. It is meant to replace the current capital, Jakarta, which is beset by pollution, congestion, and is also considered the world's fastest sinking city. Teresa Tang gets insight from CNA's Saifulbahri Ismail and Lewa Pardomuan.
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    • 24 min
    Refugees and former gangsters find a new lease of life in Hong Kong and Japan

    Refugees and former gangsters find a new lease of life in Hong Kong and Japan

    The infamous Yakuza in Japan and the 15,000 refugees in Hong Kong have something in common. They are outliers who find it hard to reintegrate into society. But as Teresa Tang finds out from CNA's Michiyo Ishida and Deborah Wong, they are being given a second chance, though not without some deep challenges. 
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    • 21 min
    Bhutan's reputation as a utopia doesn't reflect its gritty reality

    Bhutan's reputation as a utopia doesn't reflect its gritty reality

     The once isolated nation of Bhutan, nestled deep in the Himalayas, is now being forced to reckon with reality. Its government is eyeing cutting-edge technology to stem a brain drain and growing economic unhappiness. Teresa Tang speaks to CNA's Saksith Saiyasombut about how the country can hold onto its past even as it forges a new future.
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    • 23 min
    A dirty river and doping scandals: The road to the Paris Olympics 2024

    A dirty river and doping scandals: The road to the Paris Olympics 2024

    Host city Paris promises a sporting spectacle at the 2024 Summer Olympic Games but faces challenges ranging from a dirty river Seine and sweltering weather to doping scandals and terrorism threats. Arnold Gay speaks to Paris correspondent Ross Cullen as the French capital begins its 30-day countdown to the Games.
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    • 21 min
    Why do so many Rohingya refugees end up in Aceh, Indonesia?

    Why do so many Rohingya refugees end up in Aceh, Indonesia?

    Shores that were once welcoming are now hostile to Rohingya refugees looking for a better life. CNA’s Chandni Vatvani tells Teresa Tang about her visit to a refugee camp in Aceh, Indonesia and what authorities are doing to maintain the peace.
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    • 25 min

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