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At a private dinner in a lavish setting in China, billionaires Bill Gates and Warren Buffet tried to convince newly rich Chinese people to give away more money.
The World's Mary Kay Magistad reports on the mood among migrant workers in China's Sichuan province. Thousands of these workers have returned home to celebrate the Chinese New Year. But many of the workers won't have jobs to go back to once they return.
China is trying to stage a feel-good Olympics, but in Beijing and the Tibetan areas across China, crackdowns on Tibetan protesters continue. The World's Mary Kay Magistad reports from an ethnic Tibetan part of Sichuan province.
Members of the large Chinese community in the Los Angeles area are stepping up to raise money to aid China's earthquake victims, as Rob Schmitz of station KQED reports from Los Angeles.
The World's Matt Bell reports on the Chinese government's rescue efforts following yesterday's massive earthquake: the government has quickly mobilized troops and assistance - and these efforts have received huge coverage by Chinese news media.
Last week, he was detained by authorities, accused of "economic crimes"; his whereabouts are unknown. One of his protégés was arrested and sentenced to two years hard labor for attending a pro-democracy rally.
For our Geo Quiz, we're on the lookout for a city in southwest China known for its silk, teahouses and traditional spices. We're talking peppercorns, ginger and chili peppers. But new spices and western-style dishes are starting to appear around town.
The World's Mary Kay Magistad reports that Nepal has been drawing closer to China. That could mean trouble for Tibetan refugees in Nepal who have fled China.
While Joe Biden goes on a charm offensive with his Chinese hosts, a "friendly" match between Chinese and US basketball teams turns decidedly unfriendly.
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Living on Earth
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The Takeaway
March 14, 2011
Arts, Culture & Media
World's Biggest Museum Opens in China
Studio 360
April 01, 2011
Conflict & Justice
The Arrest of Ai Weiwei
Studio 360
April 15, 2011
Last week, he was detained by authorities, accused of "economic crimes"; his whereabouts are unknown. One of his protégés was arrested and sentenced to two years hard labor for attending a pro-democracy rally.
Arts, Culture & Media
New spice for Sichuan's cuisine
The World
April 19, 2011
For our Geo Quiz, we're on the lookout for a city in southwest China known for its silk, teahouses and traditional spices. We're talking peppercorns, ginger and chili peppers. But new spices and western-style dishes are starting to appear around town.
Global Politics
Nepal-China relations worry Tibetan refugees
The World
April 27, 2011
The World's Mary Kay Magistad reports that Nepal has been drawing closer to China. That could mean trouble for Tibetan refugees in Nepal who have fled China.
Arts, Culture & Media
Chinese Opera Qing Cheng Dazzles Edinburgh Festival
The World
August 10, 2011
Qing Cheng, an elaborate, large-scale multimedia Chinese opera, made its international debut at the festival.
Business, Economics and Jobs
Joe Biden Assures China on US Finances
The World
August 19, 2011
While Joe Biden goes on a charm offensive with his Chinese hosts, a "friendly" match between Chinese and US basketball teams turns decidedly unfriendly.
Conflict & Justice
Mining in Zambia — One Year After Collum Coal Incident
The World
October 04, 2011
One year ago, managers at a Chinese-owned coal mine in the African country of Zambia opened fire on local workers demanding better pay.
Conflict & Justice
Chinese Police Chief Gets 15 Years in Jail
The World
September 24, 2012
A former Chinese police chief at the center of a messy political scandal has been sentenced to 15 years in jail.