Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with US President Donald Trump at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.

Located in Tongzhou District of Beijing, the Grand Canal peony garden is a popular spring destination for visitors to immerse themselves in nature. The ‌2026 Grand Canal Peony Cultural Week‌ runs until ‌May 5‌, featuring over ‌100 varieties‌ and ‌150,000 peony plants‌ in full bloom. Complemented by peony herb plants‌, as well as magnolias, roses and other flowering trees and shrubs, the garden presents a magnificent spring landscape during the Labor Day holiday. 

CGTN brings you a special coverage of the Shenzhou-21 crew's return to the Dongfeng Landing Site in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. Taikonauts Zhang Lu, Wu Fei and Zhang Hongzhang have completed all their planned tasks on China's space station.

Across cultures and generations, museums continue to shape how we remember the past, understand the present and imagine the future.

Today, voices, memories and cultures from around the world come together in one global conversation. Through art, poetry, music and history, explore how museums continue to shape the way we understand ourselves and one another.

Join us live for CGTN's International Museum Day special, Bridging the World Through Museums.

Editorial Supervision: Zhang Shilei

Project Guidance: Zhang Jingwen, Liu Wei

Chief Editor: Li Meng

Producers: Li Xiang, Zhang Beilei

Creative Directors: Li Xiang, Zhang Beilei, Jiang Simin

Directors: Zhao Ke, Mao Yue, Tian Chuyin

Camera: Ren Zhongan, Zhou Hongyu

Post Production: Du Guanglei, Zhang Shizhe, Hu Mingyue, Huang Ruiqi

Shenzhen is known for its unique "mountain-sea city" landscape, offering diverse natural scenery across the city. From Wutong Mountain, Shenzhen's highest peak, to the seaside Qiniang Mountain surrounded by the ocean on three sides, each destination presents a different experience. Lianhua Hill overlooks the bustling city center, while Maluan Mountain is home to Shenzhen's largest waterfall. Together, these mountains offer a blend of city skylines, forest trails and tranquil natural scenery, creating spaces for hiking, family outings and moments of escape from the bustle of urban life.

As APEC's host again after a 12-year interval, China holds the 2026 APEC Second Senior Officials' Meeting and related APEC meetings in Shanghai. As night falls, the Yangpu Riverside in Shanghai comes alive with dazzling lights. The shimmering river reflects rows of towering skyscrapers, blending waterfront tranquility with the bustling glamour of a global metropolis. Bright neon lights glimmer along the bank and gentle river breezes brush past the promenade, painting a picture of Shanghai's modern prosperity and timeless elegance.

The Sapu Sacred Mountain, also known as Sapukonglagabo, is a revered peak in Nagqu, Xizang, celebrated for its snow-covered summits and serene alpine scenery. Its name is often interpreted as "the hidden sacred snow mountain," evoking the region's mysterious beauty and spiritual depth. The mountain stands as a symbol of the deep bond between nature, culture and local traditions in Xizang. To mark the 75th anniversary of the peaceful liberation of Xizang, join CGTN's livestream and explore the timeless charm and cultural heritage of this legendary mountain.

US President Donald Trump was evacuated by Secret Service agents from an annual White House correspondents' dinner on Saturday night after a security incident involving a loud, unidentified noise, according to media reports. No injuries were immediately reported.

Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, Vice President JD Vance and other top cabinet leaders were all taken out of the hotel ballroom where the dinner was being held after an apparent shooting nearby. Join CGTN for the latest.

Gunshots were fired near the White House on Saturday. A suspect has been confirmed dead after being shot by the US Secret Service. A bystander was also struck by gunfire. Join CGTN for the latest.

Chinese carmakers hit a historic milestone as their European EV market share crossed 15% for the first time, despite tariff barriers. Now, it's high time for a battle of ideas over protectionism and the future. Could EU-imposed tariffs on China-made EVs kill Europe's green future? Find out on CGTN's special program, "The Global Debate: Who Shapes the Future."

Top Global Minds: Professor Zha Daojiong from Peking University and Former Italian Undersecretary of State Michele Geraci dive deep into the geopolitical chessboard.

Elite Youth Face-off: Top debaters from Tsinghua University lock horns in a fierce clash of ideas.

Global Poll Insights: Over 80% of global respondents believe these barriers will ultimately weaken the competitiveness of European automakers.

Tune in this Tuesday to the CGTN special "The Global Debate: Who Shapes the Future." 

As night blankets Hongkou District in Shanghai, the Huangpu River shimmers with endless neon glimmer. The iconic Lujiazui landmarks pierce the dark sky, while White Magnolia Plaza stands gracefully on the North Bund, outlining an elegant and stunning riverside skyline.

As APEC's host again after a 12-year interval, China holds the Second Senior Officials' Meeting and related APEC meetings in Shanghai. By the riverbank, the China Financial Information Center glows brilliantly under city lights. Lights reflect off the rippling river water, blending modern architecture with the gentle night scenery, fully showcasing the unparalleled prosperity and timeless beauty of this global financial hub after dark.

A potential US-Iran deal would allow the number of ships able to transit the Strait of Hormuz to return to pre-war levels within 30 days, Iran's semi-official Tasnim news agency reported on Sunday.

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the next round of US-Iran talks will take place "very soon." The remark followed "highly productive talks" that Pakistan held with senior Iranian officials in Tehran on Saturday.