Raising children are costly business. A report suggests that raising kids in China ranks the second most expensive in the world. Does this claim hold water? We break it down for you, the price of parenthood (01:54). / Why are smaller portion of dishes no longer popular (27:21)?/ Motivational Monday (43:45)! On the show:  Heyang, Laiming & Niu Honglin

Report suggests China ranks second in cost of raising children

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In 1911, as the Gardner family plans their return to America, Milton, Dashan, and Haiyan bid a heartfelt farewell beneath the old cedar tree. Their stories unfold through letters that suddenly cease...What happened to Milton during World War II? Will he ever reunite with his long-lost Chinese friends?

RT presents Echoes of Kuliang - EP3: Separation

In today's world, space is not merely a distant frontier but a part of our everyday life. April 24th marks the Space Day of China. Round Table invites you to stop and look up in awe into the sky. From satellites to space stations, we'll explore how advancements in aerospace technology are transforming our world, one orbit at a time. On the show: Niu Honglin, Li Yi & Josh Cotterill

Space Day special, the impact of space technology on everyday life

In the summer of 1907, Kuliang welcomes new arrivals, forging friendships and igniting romance. Milton, Dashan and Haiyan start school, exploring their homeland's natural wonders and bonding through shared adventures...

RT presents Echoes of Kuliang - EP2: Bonding

April 23rd marks the World Book and Copyright Day, which is designated by the UNESCO to promote the enjoyment of books and reading. On this special occasion, we take a look at the growing interest in community libraries in Chinese cities. / Highlights of the ongoing Beijing International Film Festival (17:25). On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Brandon Yates

Chinese people's growing interest in community libraries

In the summer of 1900, in a place called Kuliang in China, an American couple, the Gardners, met with the Guo family for the first time in the most unexpected way...

Report suggests China ranks second in cost of raising children

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