Episodes
Published 06/24/21
What's it like to live on Mars and grow your own potatoes like what Matt Damon did in the Martian? How do you maintain a physical fitness routine on Mars? Join us on Studio Plus as we speak with CGTN reporter Yiqiu who recently visited a Mars Base while travelling along the Lanzhou-Haikou Expressway.
Published 06/24/21
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport in southwest China's Sichuan Province will begin operations this week. It will be the largest airport in the region and will help the city become an integrated international transport hub linking China with Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia, and Southeast Asia. Find out more on Studio Plus.
Published 06/23/21
How long would it take to build a model of Beijing's Forbidden City using only Lego? It appears that a guy from Guangdong knows the answer, as he has just completed the project. Tune in to Studio Plus to hear his story.
Published 06/22/21
Three Chinese astronauts, also known as taikonauts, are now stationed in the core module of China's space station about 400 kilometers above Earth. They are going to spend three months on board. What will their meals be every day? Find out more on Studio Plus.
Published 06/21/21
The world's first "Zootopia" movie-based theme park is currently under construction at Shanghai Disney Resort. Learn more about the new attractions with Studio Plus.
Published 06/20/21
Summer vacation is just weeks away for Chinese students. Parents in Shanghai are busy signing their kids up for various summer camps. What will they be like for the kids this year? Tune in to Studio Plus to find out.
Published 06/17/21
The '618' shopping extravaganza, which is held annually in China on June 18, has already started, with pre-sales beginning on May 24. Follow Studio Plus to get an insight into how Chinese consumers spend their money during this mid-year shopping spree.
Published 06/16/21
Consumption in Shanghai saw vigorous growth during the three-day Dragon Boat Festival holiday. Aside from purchasing the traditional festival food zongzi, on what else are Chinese consumers spending their money? Find out more with Studio Plus.
Published 06/15/21
A Tencent Video report says Chinese TV shows are seeing a rise in popularity overseas, propelled by hit costume dramas. Find out why with Studio Plus.
Published 06/14/21
The Dragon Boat Festival is a traditional holiday that has been observed annually for over 2,000 years in China. This year it falls on June 14th. Follow Studio Plus to learn more about this important Chinese holiday.
Published 06/13/21
June 12th is World Cultural & Natural Heritage Day and China has a long list of attractions on many travelers' bucket lists. Have you ever had a chance to explore any of China's hidden gems? Check out Studio Plus to find out more!
Published 06/10/21
"The Untamed", or "Chen-Qing-Ling" in Chinese, has become the latest Chinese online drama to draw the attention of African viewers. Tune in to Studio Plus to find out why these shows are becoming more popular across Africa.
Published 06/09/21
A futurologist predicts that our homes will one day be fully operated by a computer. It will include a smart toilet that monitors for any signs of illness, such as cancer, and a smart wardrobe that can also fold your clothes. Find out more on Studio Plus.
Published 06/08/21
June 8th marks World Oceans Day. In China, coral reef protection is the focus of this year's event. And awareness is being raised over their importance for many marine species. Professor Li Xiubao from the College of Marine Sciences of Hainan University uses volcanic rocks to stabilize the fragmented coral reefs, which has earned a national invention patent. Find out more on Studio Plus.
Published 06/07/21
As the pandemic eases, more workers are heading back to the office. A UK survey shows that 80% of workers said presenteeism exists in their workplace. Do you think presenteeism wins out over productivity in the office? Find out more on Studio Plus.
Published 06/06/21
China's first home-made virtual student recently enrolled at Tsinghua University. What's "she" like and what can they do? What will this unusual student be learning at this prestigious university? Tune in to Studio Plus to find out.
Published 06/03/21
According to the Ministry of Education in China, more than 70 countries and regions incorporated the Chinese language into their national education system by the end of 2020. The Chinese-language proficiency exam HSK was taken 3 million times in the same year. Why are more people worldwide looking to study Chinese? Find out more on Studio Plus.
Published 06/02/21
If you were test driving a new car from a commendable brand that had great gas mileage, and was very affordable......but it wasn't in the right color, would you still buy it? Tune in to Studio Plus for a fun discussion on how crucial color is to consumers.
Published 06/01/21
As families celebrate Children's Day in China, a scramble for the family trip market is underway. Travel agencies, hotels and theme parks are putting in more effort to attract customers. Tune in to Studio Plus for more details.
Published 05/31/21
May 31st is World No-Tobacco Day and this year's campaign slogan is "Commit to Quit". The World Health Organization suggests that tobacco smokers may be at higher risk of contracting COVID-19. Why is that? Find out more on Studio Plus.
Published 05/30/21
"Friends: The Reunion," also known asĀ "The One Where They Get Back Together," not only attracted a huge audience on HBO, but also made plenty of Chinese fans happy. Within just a few hours, the hashtag "Friends" accumulated 1.13 billion views on the Twitter-like platform Sina Weibo. Why does the American sitcom have such a large fan base in China? Find out more on Studio Plus.
Published 05/27/21
Instagram and Facebook have announced new options for hiding likes on posts. You can choose whether to see them on other users' posts, as well as whether others can see them on your posts. Would you switch likes on or off? Share with us your opinion on Studio Plus!
Published 05/26/21
Three companies, including e-commerce giant JD.com and the autonomous driving vehicle producer Neolix, have obtained permits to run their unmanned delivery vehicles on designated open roads in Beijing. Join Studio Plus to find out more about these vehicles.
Published 05/25/21
"Elf's ear" is the name given to a newly emerging beauty trend introduced by beauty-obsessed gurus on Chinese online platforms such as Sina Weibo. It has recently become the target of criticism for promoting unhealthy standards of beauty and increasing women's anxiety about their appearance. Join Studio Plus to find out why some netizens are upset about the trend.
Published 05/24/21