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"China in Focus" is a new Youtube channel created by NTD to provide viewers with fast, compelling, first-hand news from China. NTD is a New York-based global news and entertainment media company founded in 2001. We believe the integrity of our world hinges on the accurate and truthful spread of information. We dedicate ourselves to providing the truth, no matter the cost, and shedding light on major issues. We cover the stories that others don’t. Our unbiased news provides critical informati ...
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A sweeping cyberattack campaign out of China targeted the U.S. government and private networks. Reports say even the agency that designs America's nuclear weapons was breached. A Chinese American engineer was caught stealing U.S. missile-detection tech for China. The California resident was arrested in February 2024—and now pleads guilty. Amid risi…
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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with tech journalist and drone specialist David Hambling to hear how small, $500 drones are destroying multimillion-dollar fighter aircraft and disadvantaging developed nations in combat. Hambling says China produces most of the world’s drones and that there is a serious risk to security if they were to be repurposed as wea…
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From fentanyl pouring across our borders, to secret Chinese police stations on U.S. soil, to attempts at silencing freedom of speech in our universities, while awareness of the Chinese communist regime’s insidious nature grows around the world, one group has been peacefully standing up to its atrocities for decades. It’s been more than a quarter of…
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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with general practitioner and author Dr. Michael Christopher to talk about why the National Health Service (NHS) is in a constant state of crisis. Christopher says we need to move on from society-wide NHS worship and the misconception that it is the envy of the world. He discusses alternative health care systems and explain…
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The State Department confirmed to NTD that a U.S. Commerce Department employee is trapped in China. The employee is the first known U.S. federal worker caught in Beijing's exit ban, and the third foreigner reportedly blocked in just one week. China is defending its barring of a Wells Fargo executive from leaving the country over an alleged but unpr…
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A Wells Fargo bank employee in China is now barred from leaving the country. Is doing business there becoming too risky for foreign executives? The Department of Agriculture is sacking 70 foreign contract researchers—a move aimed at protecting the U.S. food supply from threats linked to China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran. Concerns are growing ove…
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Marking 26 years of peaceful resistance against the Chinese Communist Party, thousands rallied in America's capital, calling attention to the ongoing persecution in China of Falun Gong—a spiritual practice followed by tens of millions worldwide. U.S. lawmakers joined in support. China has stated that fentanyl is America’s own problem. The statement…
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Chip maker Nvidia is back selling American microchips to China after getting the go-ahead. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick explained how the move ties into broader U.S.–China trade and rare earth negotiations. Apple is sealing a $500 million deal to buy rare earth magnets from a Texas company. The measure is set to boost the supply of critical mi…
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🔵 Watch the entire show on Gan Jing World: https://www.ganjingworld.com/live/1hpvvpm8m8577V5qxCdD9Dm5W1cl1c 🇺🇸 Stay updated with breaking news, special reports, and LIVE COVERAGE on NTD: https://ept.ms/NTDlive_ 💛 Support us to fight for the truth: https://donorbox.org/china-in-focus 🔵 Sign up for our NEWSLETTER and stay in touch: https://www.ntd.co…
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What would U.S. allies do if a crisis hit Taiwan? Washington seeks answers. Two military drills are underway—one in Australia, the other in Taiwan. Nvidia's CEO visits China again amid escalating U.S.-China tensions. 00:00 Intro 01:11 US Pressing Allies on Role in Potential Taiwan Conflict 05:07 How Would Allies Respond If US Calls to Defend Taiwan…
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Could a summit between President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping be on the horizon? It follows Secretary of State Marco Rubio's meeting with China’s top diplomat -- details on that, coming up. The Trump administration is working to ban Chinese ownership of U.S. farmland. But that's just one piece of the bigger picture when it comes to keeping A…
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Newly released audio from last year has President Trump saying he would bomb Russia if it invaded Ukraine. He gave a similar warning to China over Taiwan. President Trump: “With Putin I said, ‘If you go into Ukraine, I’m going to bomb the s*** out of Moscow. I’m telling you I have no choice.’ So he goes like, ‘I don’t believe you.’” A prominent law…
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In one day, nine Chinese nationals were arrested, were charged, or pled guilty in cases tied to U.S. national security. One of them, a Chinese hacker caught in Italy, is accused of stealing critical U.S. COVID-19 research during the pandemic. We have the details on the investigation. Steve Yates, senior fellow of national security policy at the Her…
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🔵 Watch the entire show on Gan Jing World: https://www.ganjingworld.com/live/1hpectue1dk6t7IYvwLozPMBY1et1c 🔵Tiffany Meier’s documentary Hollywood Takeover - how Beijing is rewriting the script in America’s film industry: hollywoodtakeover.com 🇺🇸 Stay updated with breaking news, special reports, and LIVE COVERAGE on NTD: https://ept.ms/NTDlive_ 💛 S…
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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with writer and Conservative councilor Tom Jones, who says the weakening of British identity and mass immigration are causing communal splits in the UK. Jones says this is causing increases in sectarian voting, ethnonationalism, and disillusionment with what Britain has to offer.…
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The clock is ticking. Countries must strike a trade deal with the United States—or face higher tariffs. That pressure is rising on BRICS nations, with President Donald Trump warning of an additional 10-percent tariff for "anti-American" policies. This year's BRICS summit in Brazil is missing two key leaders—Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian Pre…
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President Donald Trump promises that America will never fall to communism. He made the comments right before Independence Day. Air shipments from Asia tumble. The United States recently canceled its tax exemption for low-value packages from China. In an exclusive interview with The Epoch Times, Trump's son Eric Trump explains America's economic edg…
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The United States and Vietnam just sealed a major trade deal with new tariffs. One key measure targets goods sneaking into the United States through Vietnam—and it's got Beijing on edge. Are trade tensions easing? The United States is lifting export restrictions on advanced chip-design software to China. Three industry giants confirm they've receiv…
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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Allen Zeng, journalist, commentator, and presenter of podcasts Fang Wei Time and Good Morning China. Zeng says commentators in the West struggle to understand the machinations of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). He also talks more broadly about the future of China and how the CCP has hoodwinked the world with its app…
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The United States, Australia, India, and Japan are racing to secure the rare minerals vital to producing everything from smartphones to advanced weapons. But what’s really at stake in the fight for control? China’s clampdown on rare earth mineral exports isn’t just an economic threat—a new report warns it could cripple U.S. military readiness. With…
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🔵 Watch the entire show on Gan Jing World: https://www.ganjingworld.com/video/1hosnq91ak47LHaiXIKsJGFuN16o1c 🔵Tiffany Meier’s documentary Hollywood Takeover - how Beijing is rewriting the script in America’s film industry: hollywoodtakeover.com 🇺🇸 Stay updated with breaking news, special reports, and LIVE COVERAGE on NTD: https://ept.ms/NTDlive_ 💛 …
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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Alka Sehgal Cuthbert, the director of Don’t Divide Us, to talk about the Equality Act. Sehgal Cuthbert says this law is breaking down Britain’s workplace civility and creating a grievance culture, resulting in a big rise in tribunals—most of which are rejected. She says the Act is used to police our relationships in th…
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The Chinese regime is introducing a new form of group leadership -- something can directly challenge Xi's grip of power. A veteran China analyst sheds light on the matter. President Donald Trump says there's a group of very wealthy people ready to buy TikTok, and he's confident the deal will go through. A former high-ranking New York State employee…
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Twenty new bat viruses have been found in China—two closely linked to deadly pathogens. But should we worry? We take a closer look at the possible symptoms and what the CDC says. President Trump says a breakthrough trade deal with China is underway—but details are still emerging. What do both sides really want? President Trump: “You remember, a few…
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China's chokehold on rare earth exports is squeezing U.S. manufacturers. Despite recent trade talks, supply chain headaches seem to be only getting worse. What’s next for American firms? China is ramping up efforts to challenge U.S. energy dominance. A Senate subcommittee is probing China-backed lawsuits aimed at crippling American energy companies…
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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Helena Ivanov, an associate fellow at the Henry Jackson Society, to talk about the deepening crisis of trust in nongovernmental organizations (NGOs). Ivanov says that erosion of trust threatens their ability to operate effectively and help the people they are supposed to serve. She also talks about how authoritarian re…
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President Donald Trump made a surprise announcement, saying China can continue buying Iranian oil despite longstanding U.S. sanctions. The statement came just hours after a cease-fire deal between Israel and Iran. Trump spoke on the subject earlier on Wednesday: "I'm not giving up. They're in the oil business. I mean, I could stop it if I wanted — …
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🔵 Watch the entire show on Gan Jing World: https://www.ganjingworld.com/live/1hob5v8lb3j70kLetgRqvAEEO18j1c 🇺🇸 Stay updated with breaking news, special reports, and LIVE COVERAGE on NTD: https://ept.ms/NTDlive_ 💛 Support us to fight for the truth: https://donorbox.org/china-in-focus 🔵 Sign up for our NEWSLETTER and stay in touch: https://www.ntd.co…
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President Trump posting on Truth Social on Monday evening that a ceasefire has been agreed between Israel and Iran, while China, Iran's top oil buyer, still remains a key player—with Russia closely watching. An expert breaks down what to expect from China after the US strikes on Iran. Clinical trials sending Americans' DNA to China and other hostil…
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A former U.S. Army sergeant could face up to 10 years in prison after he pleaded guilty to offering key U.S. defense secrets to communist China. Chinese signal jammers are flooding the United States, with seizures soaring by more than eightfold since 2021. Officials warn these devices pose serious threats to public safety and could even disrupt mil…
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The United States is reopening visa interviews for foreign students, but this time, all applicants must unlock their social media accounts for government screening. The Pentagon chief is urging Congress to approve a $1 trillion defense budget for 2026, citing the growing need to counter threats from China as the department's main focus. Is China qu…
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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with author Philip Womack to discuss his recent piece on a study that yielded concerning results regarding the cognitive abilities of young people. Womack talks about why reading is important for youngsters and the stark consequences of a post-literate generation ruled by technology.…
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Did the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) meddle in the 2020 U.S. election? The FBI just unveiled what it calls "alarming allegations" of Beijing's involvement. How deep does the alleged interference go? To dig deeper into China's influence on the U.S. political system, we spoke with an expert. A top aide to Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is drawing scru…
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🔵 Watch the entire show on Gan Jing World: https://www.ganjingworld.com/video/1hnpii1b86t6wOhruzAqGsJR615f1c 🇺🇸 Stay updated with breaking news, special reports, and LIVE COVERAGE on NTD: https://ept.ms/NTDlive_ 💛 Support us to fight for the truth: https://donorbox.org/china-in-focus 🔵 Sign up for our NEWSLETTER and stay in touch: https://www.ntd.c…
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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with political strategist, author, and filmmaker M. Dane Waters to talk about his report on China’s development of artificial intelligence (AI) and its negative impact on the world. Waters explains the many areas affected—from warfare and finance to social media and international organizations such as the United Nations. He…
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The new COVID-19 strain fueling China's latest outbreak has now been detected at major U.S. airports. Back in China, lockdown-style health checks are returning as reports of sudden deaths rise. We take a look at what's happening. House lawmakers are launching an investigation amid suspicions of the Chinese Communist Party’s involvement in protests …
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Beijing is luring young American influencers with free, curated trips to China, but showing them only what the regime wants seen. In return, they spread Beijing's narratives back home. President Donald Trump is taking on California's plan to ditch gas-powered cars. What's China's role behind the scenes? A Ford battery plant in Michigan is facing ba…
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Lawmakers and the FBI are chasing the money trail behind the unrest in Los Angeles. They've uncovered one billionaire with deep ties to the Chinese Communist Party. What's his full story? President Donald Trump says the trade truce with China is sealed and more deals are on the way. Meanwhile, China announces it will remove all tariffs on African e…
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A rare earth deal between the United States and China could ease recent supply tensions, but it’s still awaiting final approval from President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The Pentagon chief is labeling China as the United States' "pacing threat." We have more on what Pete Hegseth said during his first testimony after becoming defens…
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🔵 Watch the entire show on Gan Jing World: https://www.ganjingworld.com/video/1hn7rtf01j21bN08cl1SkYJo910r1c 🇺🇸 Stay updated with breaking news, special reports, and LIVE COVERAGE on NTD: https://ept.ms/NTDlive_ 💛 Support us to fight for the truth: https://donorbox.org/china-in-focus 🔵 Sign up for our NEWSLETTER and stay in touch: https://www.ntd.c…
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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with "godfather of microplastics" professor Richard Thompson OBE to talk about the massive amounts of plastic in our oceans, how product design changes could make a significant difference to plastic pollution, and the importance of cooperation between policymakers, profit-seekers, and scientists to protect our environment.…
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U.S. and Chinese officials are meeting in London amid a rare earth minerals standoff. After a Trump-Xi call, Beijing vows to resume shipments, but Washington says it’s too slow. Can the talks save the 90-day tariff truce? Millions of cars are hanging in the balance. Automakers warn China's strict export controls on rare-earth magnets could halt pro…
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China's health authorities are reporting that the country has hit its first COVID-19 peak of the year. People on the ground are describing severe symptoms—and even deaths, including among medical workers. President Donald Trump and Chinese regime leader Xi Jinping spoke by phone about trade tensions. Who blinked first? We got insights from a former…
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China's health authorities are reporting that the country has hit its first COVID-19 peak of the year. People on the ground are describing severe symptoms—and even deaths, including among medical workers. President Donald Trump and Chinese regime leader Xi Jinping spoke by phone about trade tensions. Who blinked first? We got insights from a former…
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President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping speak by phone amid heightened tensions. What came out of the meeting? China's critical mineral curbs are hitting the auto industry, with production lines shutting down. U.S. auto suppliers are urging swift action. Trump is moving to block foreign students from attending Harvard University, but w…
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NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Dr. Malcolm Kendrick for the second half of his interview. Kendrick says the world of medical research can no longer be trusted, a view echoed by editors of some of the world’s leading medical journals. He discusses how money distorts medicine, and what steps can be taken to see through the hype.…
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Could a single trade deal really change China? That's the gamble at stake as Washington negotiates with Beijing. Headlines talk of reform, rebalancing, and opening up—but we've heard this all before. In 1989, brave Chinese students demanded change. They called for democracy—and paid with their lives during the Tiananmen Square Massacre. Now, decade…
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