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Around 600,000 people take part in demonstrations across France

A protester holds a placard reading "French Revolution, Part 2" as striking students take part in a demonstration in Lyon, eastern France, November 3, 2026. /VCG Around 600,000 people took part in demonstrations across France on Thursday, French television channel BFM TV reported, citing an initial estimate by the French Interior Ministry. However, the General Confederation of Labour (CGT) estimated that nearly 1.6 million people took part in Thursday's demonstrations nation…

Putin puts Japanese company’s assets under temporary administration

A factory owned by the Japan Tobacco International company is producing international brand cigarettes, Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 21, 2026. /VCG Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree on Thursday placing Russian assets of Japan Tobacco International (JTI) under temporary administration. According to the decree, equity stakes linked to JTI's production operations in Russia have been put under the management of Russian company Industrial Assets. JTI, a lead…

See how prediction markets gamble in US politics

Prediction markets correctly anticipated Democrats winning both chambers of Congress in Tuesday’s U.S. midterm elections. Billions of dollars were traded on the election results. But the industry’s growth is raising concerns about insider trading, manipulation and gambling addiction. CGTN’s Martin Markovits reports.For more, check out our exclusive content on CGTN Now and subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The China Report.

Texas Democrats celebrate historic election wins

Some observers are calling it a political earthquake. Democrats are celebrating major victories in what had been the reliably Republican state of Texas. Voters chose a Democrat to be US Senator for the first time in decades. They also chose a woman, the first Latina, to be their next Governor. CGTN’s Hendrik Sybrandy reports from Austin.For more, check out our exclusive content on CGTN Now and subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The China Report.

Chinese battery storage technology showcased at Mexico solar expo

Chinese battery storage technology is arriving in Mexico just as the country makes storage capability mandatory for every new solar and wind project. But at an international solar expo held in Mexico City this month, industry insiders expressed concern that politics may be slowing down that rollout. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports.For more, check out our exclusive content on CGTN Now and subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The China Report.

China & Peru celebrate 55 years of diplomatic relations

China and Peru celebrated 55 years of diplomatic relations this week, marking one of the Asian giant’s oldest and strongest alliances in the Americas, as CGTN’s Dan Collyns reports from Lima.For more, check out our exclusive content on CGTN Now and subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The China Report.

Voters approve automation disclosure measure at Port of Los Angeles

The Port of Los Angeles is handling record cargo volumes, but automation continues to raise concerns about the future of American dockworkers. Los Angeles voters have approved a union-backed ballot measure requiring greater disclosure of how automation could affect jobs. Supporters say the measure will bring greater transparency, while business leaders warn it could hurt the port’s competitiveness. CGTN’s Martin Markovits reports.For more, check out our exclusive content on…

Multiple bomb threats divert European flights

Several European airlines were targeted with bomb threats Thursday, Nov. 5, disrupting flights and alarming travelers across the region. Similar threats occurred earlier in the week, causing airspace and security anxiety.For more, check out our exclusive content on CGTN Now and subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The China Report.

Global dialogue discusses China's governance and worldwide development

Chinese officials, American scholars and students gathered in Washington, D.C., for a China Media Group-hosted dialogue exploring China’s approach to governance, economic development and opportunities for international cooperation.Speakers examined how long-term planning, infrastructure investment and technological innovation have shaped China’s modernization and what lessons other countries might draw from its experience.Chinese Ambassador to the U.S. Xie Feng emphasized th…

1,800 dead from cholera in Ebola-hit DR Congo: WHO

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China's Governance and Worldwide Development Global Dialogue in Lyon

The French session of the China's Governance and Worldwide Development Global Dialogue took place in Lyon on November 3. Co-hosted by China Media Group (CMG), the Chinese Embassy in France, the Chinese Consulate General in Lyon and CCI Lyon Métropole Saint-Étienne Roanne, Saint-Etienne and Roanne, the event brought together nearly 100 guests from political, business and academic circles in China and France.

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Bank of England raises interest rate for first time in 3 years

The Bank of England (BoE) raised its benchmark interest rate to 4% on Thursday, the first increase in more than three years, as soaring energy costs push up global inflation."There is now enough inflationary pressure in the pipeline caused by the rise in energy prices that an increase in Bank Rate is warranted," BoE governor Andrew Bailey said in a statement.

Military attachés make straw sandals to learn hardships of Long March

A group of military attachés participated in a hands-on activity to make straw sandals while learning about the history of the Long March.The handmade footwear, made from straw and bamboo fiber, was worn by the Red Army soldiers on a journey of about 12,500 kilometers that included rugged mountain paths and frozen terrain.Many foreign guests keep them as souvenirs in tribute to the hardships the Red Army endured.

Xi Jinping's key remarks on building a strong maritime country

The 2026 World Ocean Week opened in Xiamen, east China's Fujian Province, on Thursday. At the event, participants from home and abroad are discussing deep-sea governance, marine biodiversity conservation and other issues while promoting knowledge sharing, policy dialogue and project matchmaking through multilateral cooperation mechanisms.Chinese President Xi Jinping has repeatedly emphasized the importance of developing marine technology, marine economy and expanding interna…

CIIE 2026 | Eating our way around the world at CIIE

At the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, lunch comes a toothpick at a time. There's hand-carved Spanish ham, Australian steak and beef jerky from China's Taiwan region. Bulgarian yogurt comes by the spoonful, and Indonesian coffee beans are on hand for the trip home. That leaves just enough room for a scoop of New Zealand ice cream.(Photos via CGTN)

No humans and no remote control, just two robots playing table tennis!

Two humanoid robots. One table tennis match. No human control! At the 9th China International Import Expo (CIIE), two full-sized humanoid robots are going head-to-head, independently perceiving, predicting and reacting to every shot through AI-powered decision-making.The demonstration is part of Hitch Open, a global open-source platform focused on physical AI. With a previous world record of 17 consecutive hits, the robots are now aiming to push the limits even further at CI…

How Ningbo Zhoushan Port connects China with the world

Every day, thousands of containers pass through Ningbo Zhoushan Port, carrying goods to destinations around the world. But what makes a port a major player in global trade? And what does it take to stay competitive as the shipping industry evolves? A port's competitiveness depends on more than how much cargo it handles. It also comes down to operational efficiency, innovation and the ability to adapt to new demands.At the 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue · Ningbo, CGTN's Wang Tao…

Japan's LDP faces opposition over push for constitutional revision

CGTN Social Edits | For anyone who zooms in on the hardware

The gold Tesla Cybercab gets the wide shot. The tech people in your group chat will want a second angle. At the ninth China International Import Expo in Shanghai, we got both, plus a close look at a jet engine model and a car conveniently taken apart for anyone who’s ever wondered what’s under the hood.