Rising Energy Costs Force UK’s Poorest to Choose Between Heat and Food
Surging energy prices force the UK’s poorest households to choose between heating and eating, as many struggle to afford basic necessities amid rising costs.
Documentary
Immerse yourself in thought-provoking documentaries and films spotlighting Asia’s stories, while offering global perspectives and insights.
Architect Liu Yi Connects China’s Food Culture and Architecture
Architect Liu Yi discusses the deep connection between China’s food culture and architecture, highlighting how both chefs and architects utilize materials seasonally to create lasting impressions.
African Students Explore China’s High-Tech Farming for Rural Progress
African PhD students Olivier Mendoo and Tungamirai Eric Mupona explore high-tech farming in China's Zhejiang Province, seeking insights for rural development in Africa.
Engineering Marvel: Building the 5-Kilometer Subsea Tunnel Beneath the Sea
Chinese engineers are constructing a 5-kilometer-long subsea tunnel as part of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, connecting Shenzhen and Zhongshan underwater.
Germany’s Energy Crisis Threatens the Future of Family-Run Businesses
Germany’s energy crisis, sparked by the conflict in Ukraine, threatens the future of family-run businesses as energy prices soar, highlighting global economic implications.
Breaking Barriers: Laotian Woman Becomes Pioneer Train Driver on China-Laos Railway
The China-Laos Railway empowers Laotian women like Somphone Inleuangsy, one of the first female train drivers, symbolizing new opportunities and progress in Southeast Asia.
Ordos Leads Asia’s Carbon Capture Efforts with Landmark Expansion
Dr. Wang Yongsheng’s team in Ordos, Inner Mongolia, is expanding Asia’s first carbon capture project, aiming to store one million tonnes of CO2 annually—equivalent to planting nearly 2,000 hectares of forest.
Asia’s Gigantic New Engine: A Steel Heart for the Future of Shipping
Asia unveils the massive “ocean-going engine,” one of the largest ship engines ever built, promising to revolutionize global shipping with unparalleled power and durability.
Building Paths to Prosperity: China’s Road Project in Myanmar’s Min Pyin Village
China undertakes a vital road construction project in Myanmar’s Min Pyin Village to combat poverty and improve connectivity.
Ancient Blue-and-White Dragon Stem Bowl: A Symbol of Cross-Cultural Exchange
An ancient blue-and-white dragon stem bowl made with Persian smalt pigment symbolizes centuries of cultural exchange, continuing to inspire mutual understanding through the Belt and Road Initiative.
Engineering Marvel: Railway Built Around China’s ‘Sea of Death’
Chinese engineers have built a railway around the Taklimakan Desert’s ‘Sea of Death’, overcoming extreme challenges to enhance connectivity in Asia.
Bridging Hope: Chinese Experts Aid Laos’ Xienglom Village Out of Poverty
Xienglom Village in Laos is witnessing a hopeful transformation as Chinese experts collaborate with locals to develop essential infrastructure, alleviating poverty and fostering sustainable growth.
China’s Juncao Technology Transforms Lives in Rwanda
China’s Juncao technology is transforming lives in Rwanda by helping families lift themselves out of poverty, exemplifying China’s commitment to advancing human rights through development.
Data: The New Oil Fueling China’s Big Data Revolution
China’s new distributed database marks a significant leap in big data, boosting efficiency and accuracy in finance and insurance sectors.
Smile of Angkor: Cambodian Culture Shines Through Sino-Cambodian Collaboration
The ‘Smile of Angkor’ show in Siem Reap, Cambodia, has become a cultural sensation thanks to talented local performers like Soleil and innovative contributions from a Chinese company.
China’s Maglev Trains: Hovering into the Future of Transportation
China’s EMS maglev train uses electromagnets to hover above tracks, flying into the future of transportation.
Russia Urges U.S. to Prove It Did Not Sabotage Nord Stream Pipelines
Russia urges the U.S. to prove it was not behind the Nord Stream pipeline explosions, intensifying tensions over the alleged sabotage. The White House dismisses claims as false.
China’s Rural Infrastructure Paves the Way to Common Prosperity
China’s enhanced water, electricity, and road infrastructure in rural areas is elevating living standards and driving the nation toward common prosperity.
Tadorkkham Village Thrives Under China-Laos Poverty Reduction Initiative
Through the China-Laos Pilot Project for Poverty Reduction, Tadorkkham Village becomes a development model. Villagers like Thaopheng and his wife receive training and support, securing their livelihoods.
Hope Blooms Again: Li Li’s Flower Business Thrives at Dounan Flower Market
Li Li, a third-generation rose cultivator at Kunming’s Dounan Flower Market, sees her business bloom again as COVID-19 restrictions lift, symbolizing hope and resilience in the flower industry.