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20/11/2025

Japan's hospitality industry suffering under strained relations with China

Travel agencies and hotel operators in Japan are dreading a difficult season ahead as Chinese tourists cancel orders under diplomatic tensions (10:27). China and Kyrgyzstan have pledged mutual support for each other's sovereignty and development after the first foreign ministers' strategic dialogue (15:47). And Washington reportedly expects Ukraine to concede some land under a peace plan that Kyiv said it had no role in drafting (25:08).

20/11/2025

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1 hr
19 JAN

The app that wants to know if you're alive

The Soapbox: office gossip / Why would someone pay for an app that demands they prove they are alive every single morning? This viral trend has captivated millions, but is it a symptom of our need for constant digital validation, or could there be an unexpectedly positive driver behind its popularity (15:12)? On the show: Steve, Yushun & Xingyu

19 Jan

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23 min
16/12/2025

China demands Japan honor political commitments on Taiwan

Hainan Province is ready to start special customs operation and officially become a free trade port in China (07:36). China has again criticized Japan for failing to reaffirm key political commitments on the Taiwan question and selectively citing historical documents (17:27). The U.S. and several European countries have offered security guarantees for Ukraine as part of peace efforts to end the conflict with Russia (23:25).

16/12/2025

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23/07/2025

Have you tried meal sequencing?

Forget 'you are what you eat.' The real game-changer? How you eat it. Science says tweaking just one thing about your meals—no willpower required—could dial up your focus, steady your mood, and keep your blood sugar in check. There is a downside though. It may make eating a little annoying. / AI pet short dramas (16:07). On the show: Steve Hatherly, Niu Honglin & Yushun

23/07/2025

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23 min
22/07/2025

Lemon prices biting? Try lemon milk!

We've all heard the saying: "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade." But what if those lemons suddenly cost a fortune? We uncover the reasons behind soaring citrus prices—and the surprising new drink trend that's about to dominate your summer. / Thinking beyond Good vs. Bad (15:41). On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Yushun

22/07/2025

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24 min
12/12/2025

Optimism toward China becomes shared consensus: FM spokesperson

China says its policy continuity and stable growth will provide certainty for the global economy, as there's a growing consensus that its prospects are positive (01:10). Beijing again denounces the Japanese prime minister's remarks over the Taiwan region (10:53). Ukraine presents the U.S. with an updated version of the peace plan proposed by Washington, while Russia says it wants agreements for lasting and sustainable peace with security guarantees for all involved (24:22).

12/12/2025

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21/06/2024

East Meets West: Explore the Sheng in "Phenomena"

In this episode, we will explore "Phenomena," a Sheng concerto commissioned by China’s NCPA Orchestra. The program features European composer Bernd Richard Deutsch, Sheng virtuoso Wu Wei, and NCPA Orchestra’s Head of Artistic Planning, Tang Ning. They discuss the ancient Chinese mouth organ, the Sheng, and its unique integration into Western classical music.

21/06/2024

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33 min
20/06/2025

Encountering the China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo

At the China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo in Changsha, African entrepreneurs showcase everything from tea and cashews to specialty coffee, forging new connections and exploring opportunities in the Chinese market. These encounters highlight the growing depth and diversity of China-Africa business cooperation on the ground.

20/06/2025

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20 min
23/10/2023

Aging in China: The story of Nantong

Nantong, a midsize city in the rich Yangtze River Delta, has the oldest population in China. With a third of its population aged sixty and above, the city northwest of Shanghai is a microcosm of China's aging challenge. CGTN Radio reporters visited the city and explored how Nantong is taking care of its senior citizens.

23/10/2023

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27 min
05/12/2025

One man's elevator ad rebellion

A universal key. Over a hundred muted screens in Shanghai. A debatable, possibly illegal act that went viral—and exposed a deep, shared frustration: the elevator ads no one asked for and no one can escape. In the shared space of an elevator, who gets the final say? / Round Table's Happy Place (17:17)! On the show: Niu Honglin, Steve & Yushun

05/12/2025

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26 min

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