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11:46:52 10/26/12
Panda Cub Fu Hu Goes Home To China
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Panda Cub Fu Hu Goes Home To China
Giant panda cub Fu Hu was born two years ago at the Vienna Zoo. Now he is being prepared for a journey to his ancestral home of China, in just a few weeks. To get him used to his travel box, he gets carrots and sweet potatoes every time he explores the crate. According to panda keeper Renate Haider, it is a stress free process. [Renate Haider, Panda Keeper]: "Today was not the first time this was done - you can see he is willingly entering the box because we have been training this with him for weeks. I think he enjoys it, because he always co-operates, and it is great to see that this is fun for him and that there is no stress involved. That is our utmost concern." Fu Hu is the second cub born to a pair of giant pandas loaned to the Vienna Zoo nine years ago. Any cubs born to loaned panda parents must be taken to China when they turn two. [Renate Haider, Panda Keeper]: "Whatever he could learn here, he did. He has been taught everything he needs by his mother, and now it%acutes time for him to move out. He is beginning to grow bigger than his mother, and in the wild they also become independent at two years of age, and sometimes they are even banished by the mother." He will travel with a team of Austrian panda keepers to help him settle into his natural habitat. The name Fu Hu means "Lucky Tiger" in English, and while this panda cub is not a tiger he certainly is lucky. Hu Fu is one of only about 1600 pandas alive in the world today. For more news and videos visit ☛ english ... From: NTDTV Views: 126 1 ratings Time: 01:37 More in Pets & Animals
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11:39:29 10/26/12
China to Resume Nuclear Power Expansion
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China to Resume Nuclear Power Expansion
Chinese authorities announced on Wednesday the country will resume nuclear power plant construction, breaking a self-imposed moratorium. The partial meltdown at Japan's Fukushima reactors prompted Chinese authorities to halt plans to expand nuclear energy production. A year later, the same authorities feel they are ready to restart, but have dialed down the expansion plans. Through a State Council issued white paper, the Chinese regime says it is now looking to produce 40 gigawatts of nuclear power by 2015. That's less than the original goal of 50 gigawatts set prior to last year. The country currently has the capacity to produce 12.5 gigawatts through 15 nuclear power generating units. The moratorium after the Fukushima disaster stopped the construction of another 26 units. Wednesday's whitepaper sought to ease safety concerns over China's nuclear ambitions. Even prior to Japan's nuclear disaster, safety measures and personnel skills were already thought to be inadequate to support the country's nuclear development ambitions. Former researcher at the nuclear security center of China's State Environmental Protection Administration, Professor Li Xutong, says those concerns are still there. [Professor Li Xutong, Former Nuclear Researcher, SEPA] "Years of research have found that man-made reasons account for 80% of nuclear incidents. Another 80% of that comes from organizational issues, like management and supervision. We all know that under the Chinese regime, it's hard to ... From: NTDTV Views: 4 1 ratings Time: 02:04 More in News & Politics
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11:32:21 10/26/12
Controversial Nexen Takeover Plan Lacks China-Canada Talks
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Controversial Nexen Takeover Plan Lacks China-Canada Talks
It's one of Canada's biggest and most important energy firms, and that's why many are leery over the potential takeover of Nexen, Inc., by a Chinese state-owned oil company. The proposed 15 billion US dollar bid would see the China National Offshore Oil Corporation take control of a firm with major stakes in the international energy markets, and a significant player in western Canada's economy. Despite concerns, Canadian Finance Minister Jim Flaherty has now made clear that he now knows of direct engagement between the Canadian government and Chinese authorities over the proposed deal. Some have accused Canadian critics of the plan of promoting "resource nationalism", but others counter that highly-subsidized Chinese state-owned corporations should not be allowed to muscle into the private marketplace, especially overseas. For more news and videos visit ☛ english.ntdtv.com Follow us on Twitter ☛ http Add us on Facebook ☛ on.fb.me From: NTDTV Views: 0 0 ratings Time: 00:50 More in News & Politics
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11:20:54 10/26/12
Chinese Regime Boosting Telecom Network Control for Party Congress
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Chinese Regime Boosting Telecom Network Control for Party Congress
China's top IT and telecommunications website reported this week that Chinese telecom networks will be under stricter security during the Communist Party's 18th Party Congress, slated to take place on November 8th. According to China IDC Circle, China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has ordered staff around the country to implement a plan of network blockade. It'll be effective from November 7th until the end of the Congress. The plan does not mean that authorities are shutting down telecom networks. Rather, Chinese authorities are stepping up management and supervision, to ensure there are no security breaches during the meeting. The networks to be monitored will cover international phone calls, long distance domestic calls and the internet. Although the plan is coined as one to safeguard telecom networks, not everyone is convinced. Chinese rights activist Hu Jun says he believes authorities are just trying to further stifle communication. [Hu Jun, Organizer, Human Rights Campaign in China] (male, Chinese) "It's only a few days of meeting yet you want to have this network blockade plan. What are you afraid of? Online communication is normal for citizens. What are you afraid of, who are your enemies? What is there to protect for the 18th Party Congress? The Party is always nervous and sneaky about these meetings. If you are legitimate you won't be scared of openness." A Chinese citizen reporter, Gu Chuan, who is currently a visiting scholar at Columbia ... From: NTDTV Views: 2 1 ratings Time: 02:39 More in News & Politics
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07:16:52 10/26/12
Supersonic Plane Fly New York-Tokyo in 90 mins
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Supersonic Plane Fly New York-Tokyo in 90 mins
XCOR released pictures of the Lynx, a suborbital spacecraft that will eventually fly the New York - Tokyo connection in 90 minutes. Full story: A California based company is going toe-to-toe with Richard Branson's Virgin Galactic in the race to offer commercial space flights. It is revving up to launch a suborbital spacecraft called the Lynx, and it could be as early as next year. XCOR Aerospace has just released pictures of a mock-up of the aircraft it hopes will soon fly the New York -- Tokyo connection. They project it will make the flight in 90 minutes and will swing into outer space in the process. The supersonic ride will apparently cruise at a booming three and a half times the speed of sound. Those willing to pay the $95000-dollar ticket fare will enjoy a several-minute float in microgravity and a view of Earth from outer space. XCOR announced on Thursday they plan to begin commercial flight operations from NASA's Kennedy Space Center sometime in 2014. Eventually, XCOR plans to fly the Lynx from California as well as several other locations around the world. Test flights of the Lynx are expected to start early next year. For more news and videos visit ☛ ntdtv.org Follow us on Twitter ☛ http Add us on Facebook ☛ on.fb.me Credit: XCOR Lynx Photos From: NTDTV Views: 143 8 ratings Time: 01:11 More in News & Politics
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01:35:47 10/26/12
UN Investigators Request Syrian Assad Meeting
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UN Investigators Request Syrian Assad Meeting
Bombs rain down on Maarat al-Numan, according to unverifiable social media video. Some estimates put the number of dead in the 19-month Syrian conflict so far at upwards of 30000. Now a team of United Nations investigators is hoping to visit the country to look into allegations of war crimes from both the Syrian government and rebel forces. Speaking in Switzerland on Thursday, new team member Carla del Ponte said the crimes appeared similar to those she had investigated in the former Yugoslavia. [Carla del Ponte, Chairman, UN Commission of Inquiry on Syria]: "The similarity of course is that we are handling the same crimes, crimes against humanity and war crimes for sure." Team leader Paulo Pinheiro said they have asked for a meeting with the Syrian president. [Paulo Pinheiro, Chairman, UN Commision of Inquiry on Syria]: "We think that it is important to speak with someone who is in charge and then we intend to go there without conditionality, but just to meet President Assad and to discuss the access for out commission to Syria." The UN investigators have drawn up a secret list of Syrian individuals and units suspected of committing crimes including murder and torture, which they say could pave the way for future prosecution. For more news and videos visit ☛ ntdtv.org Follow us on Twitter ☛ http Add us on Facebook ☛ on.fb.me From: NTDTV Views: 0 3 ratings Time: 01:15 More in News & Politics
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01:04:32 10/26/12
China News - October 25, 2012: Nuclear Expansion, "Gangnam Style" Parody Blocked
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China News - October 25, 2012: Nuclear Expansion, "Gangnam Style" Parody Blocked
In today's NTD China News, the Chinese regime's Defense Ministry announces more leadership changes for the People's Liberation Army. Chinese authorities offer cash for tip-offs to stop Tibetan self-immolation protests. China's internet police blocks dissident artist Ai Weiwei's "Gangnam Style" parody. Canadian Finance Minister says he is not aware of any talks between the Canadian government and Chinese authorities over CNOOC's proposal to purchase oil producer Nexen. Standard & Poors has warned of rising risks with China's banking sector. The Chinese regime says it will resume its nuclear power expansion, but an expert warns safety concerns remain. A panda cub born in the Vienna Zoo is ready to head home to China after turning two-years-old. NTD's fifth International Classical Chinese Dance Competition begins in New York. From: NTDTV Views: 188 7 ratings Time: 16:33 More in Shows
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00:44:56 10/26/12
Clark Kent (Superman) Quits Daily Planet
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Clark Kent (Superman) Quits Daily Planet
Clark Kent has left the building. Superman's alter ego has quit his job at the Daily Planet after voicing his disdain for the salacious direction the newspaper is headed. Social Marketing and Events Director at Midtown Comics, Thor Parker, says he was basically fed up. [Thor Parker, Social Marketing and Events Director, Midtown Comics]: "It's more about selling ads and getting entertainment and just trying to trick people into reading the paper when he really wants there to be some real journalism and some real reporting done." While the news is somewhat shocking to some, one reader welcomes the change. [Corey Hernandez, Comic Book Fan]: "It's not a bad idea, I mean he's been working there for how long now? New things are good for the soul." Parker says while the story line might be surprising, it is not far-fetched. [Thor Parker, Social Marketing and Events Director, Midtown Comics]: "Comics do a great job of reflecting what's going on in our world and right now the news industry is going through a lot of changes and print in general and comics are a part of that." What's next for Kent is unknown, but he's going to have to pay his bills somehow. [Thor Parker, Social Marketing and Events Director, Midtown Comics]: "Even though he's Superman and that's a full-time job, for some reason he needs to have a regular day job too." The new issue hit newsstands on October 24. For more news and videos visit ☛ ntdtv.org Follow us on Twitter ☛ http Add us on Facebook ☛ on.fb.me From: NTDTV Views: 48 4 ratings Time: 01:18 More in News & Politics
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23:29:47 10/25/12
Kylie Sings for Charles and Camilla Ahead of Diamond Jubilee Tour
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Kylie Sings for Charles and Camilla Ahead of Diamond Jubilee Tour
Pop star Kylie Minogue dazzled the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall on Wednesday when she performed a surprise concert by royal appointment. Kylie sang three pared-down songs for Charles and Camilla at a St James's Palace reception to mark their Diamond Jubilee tour next month. The royal couple will be visiting Papua New Guinea, Australia and New Zealand on next month's tour. Famous faces and dignitaries from the three nations were also present. But all eyes were on Kylie, who wore a stylish black evening dress. The audience enjoyed Kylie's Locomotion, especially Charles and Camilla. She also sang "On A Night Like This" and "I Believe In You," and later described the experience as "terrifying but great." After Kylie stepped down from the stage, she had a brief chat with the royal couple. Kylie is celebrating 25 years as a singer and has released her 12th album in celebration - The Abbey Road Sessions. It features 16 songs from her career, with new orchestral arrangements, recorded in the famous Abbey Road studios where the Beatles recorded. For more news and videos visit ☛ ntdtv.org Follow us on Twitter ☛ http Add us on Facebook ☛ on.fb.me From: NTDTV Views: 35 1 ratings Time: 01:17 More in News & Politics
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21:55:17 10/25/12
Stevie Wonder Performs at UN 67th Anniversary Concert
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Stevie Wonder Performs at UN 67th Anniversary Concert
Musician Stevie Wonder brings a message of peace and music to the United Nations during a special concert to celebrate the world body's 67th anniversary. [Ban Ki-Moon, UN General Secretary]: "Everybody knows about the famous seven wonders of the world. We know that there is an eighth wonder -- Stevie Wonder. Music legend Stevie Wonder played at the United Nations this Thursday in celebration of its 67th anniversary. The concert was titled "A Message of Peace featuring United Nations Messenger of Peace Stevie Wonder." Stevie performed some of his best known songs on the iconic stage of the UN General Assembly Hall. He started the concert with the 1976 hit "Sir Duke" from his album "Songs in the Key of Life". He followed it up with "People Get Ready," a 1965 single by The Impressions. [Stevie Wonder, Musician and Messenger of Peace]: "Today is the United Nations' 67th birthday. So it's got a few years on you, all right? Because I'm still a baby. We've all lived through some very difficult times. The United Nations stands up not just for countries but for the people within those countries, not just for heads of state, but for the people they govern. Not just for the powerful, but those who struggle daily with adversity." The Grammy award-winning artist is also viewed as a role model for overcoming the challenge of blindness. He called for support of a high level meeting next year in the General Assembly, dealing with disability and development. [Stevie Wonder, Musician and ... From: NTDTV Views: 26 1 ratings Time: 02:56 More in Music
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21:25:12 10/25/12
More Changes Announced for People's Liberation Army
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More Changes Announced for People's Liberation Army
China's Defense Ministry has announced more changes to the People's Liberation Army. Its new chief of staff is Fang Fenghui, a man promoted by Chinese leader Hu Jintao in 2010 to full General. Fang's appointment means he'll likely enter the Central Military Commission. It's a 12-member group led by Hu Jintao and oversees the PLA. Other changes announced today include the head of logistics, which will now be Zhao Keshi. Zhang Youxia, an ally of upcoming leader Xi Jinping, will take over as the chief of armament. Zhang Yang, another man with close ties with Hu Jintao, will be the director of the political department. The three men could also gain a seat in the Central Military Commission. The appointments signal the power shift that's resulted from the jostle between Hu Jintao's allies and the faction belonging to former Chinese leader Jiang Zemin, and confirm earlier unofficial reports that Hu and Xi are taking steps to install their allies in the PLA. For more news and videos visit ☛ english.ntdtv.com Follow us on Twitter ☛ http Add us on Facebook ☛ on.fb.me From: NTDTV Views: 14 0 ratings Time: 00:56 More in News & Politics
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21:18:02 10/25/12
Swedish Princess Madeleine Announces Engagement
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Swedish Princess Madeleine Announces Engagement
Today the Swedish Royal Family announced the engagement of Princess Madeleine and Mr. Christopher O'Neill. Princess Madeleine says the wedding will be held this summer. The princess says they are both very happy and that Chris has opened her heart, and is her soul mate. The couple have known each other for two years, having met through mutual friends. In early October, Chris took heart and proposed to Princess Madeleine in New York. Although growing up in London, Chris now works in the finance industry in New York, where they both live and work. But the couple do not exclude the possibility of moving to Sweden in the future. Christopher says he has come to know the Swedish royal family well, and has been very well received. He has also learned a little Swedish, but says he finds it difficult.The wedding will take place in Sweden in 2013 NTD News, Stockholm, Sweden For more news and videos visit ☛ ntd.tv Follow us on Twitter ☛ http Add us on Facebook ☛ on.fb.me From: NTDTV Views: 867 7 ratings Time: 00:42 More in News & Politics
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20:43:26 10/25/12
Tibetan Self-Immolations: Chinese Regime Offers Cash for Tip-Offs
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Tibetan Self-Immolations: Chinese Regime Offers Cash for Tip-Offs
On Wednesday, the latest self-immolation by a Tibetan farmer in Gansu province marked 58 Tibetans who have taken their lives since March last year. The overwhelming amount of Tibetans using this method to protest has prompted Chinese authorities to take action. But instead of relaxing control over Tibetan regions, it's paying money to those who provide tip-offs for would-be protestors. Authorities posted flyers offering a $7700 reward to anyone with information. But since the posters went up last Sunday in Gansu province, two more Tibetans set themselves on fire. [Yin Deyi, Beijing Writer]: "It [the CCP] using tipping won't stop the self-immolations, because one can't purchase freedom with money, and people don't have freedom to believe." Chinese authorities wrote in the notice that the self-immolations hurt social stability and were against the law. It blamed Tibet's spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, and other "separatist leaders" for encouraging the suicides. The Dalai Lama has repeatedly stated he is against the use of self-immolation and violence of all forms to protest Chinese oppression of Tibetans. The Chairman of the Tibet Religious Foundation says these accusations are not new, but their message has changed. [Chairman, Tibet Religious Foundation of the Dalai Lama]: "When the self-immolation first happened, it [the CCP] slandered and attacked [the self-immolators] saying that the Youth Council sells bodies...After more self-immolations happened, it said those ... From: NTDTV Views: 22 3 ratings Time: 01:53 More in News & Politics
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18:22:35 10/25/12
S&P Warns China of Growing Risks in Banking Sector
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S%P Warns China of Growing Risks in Banking Sector
According to the ratings agency Standard and Poor's, Chinese banks are likely to report falling net interest margins due to the slowdown in the economy. The return on assets is expected to drop by 10 basis points in 2012, and 20-25 basis points in 2013. The global financial crisis, which began in 2008, has led banks to increase lending at lower interest rates. Although this helped banks offset credit losses in the past few years, banks are likely to see losses in their balance sheets due to reduction in loan demand. China's economy grew 7.4% in the third quarter, the lowest rate in three years, and is now impacting the banking sector. Chinese banks will also see an increase in non-performing loans in the coming months. The non-performing loan ratio has increased to 0.97% by end of September. Banks have started to set their own interest rates following Beijing's decision to deregulate interest rates, affecting banks' net interest margin rates. China's central bank liberalized interest rates in June by increasing deposit rates to 110% of the benchmark rate and decreasing the lending rate to 80% of the benchmark rate. Chinese banks will be reporting earnings for third-quarter sometime in the next two weeks. For more news and videos visit ☛ english.ntdtv.com Follow us on Twitter ☛ http Add us on Facebook ☛ on.fb.me From: NTDTV Views: 28 1 ratings Time: 01:26 More in News & Politics
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18:16:23 10/25/12
Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel's 6.2 Million Dollar Wedding Sparks Big Sale, Big Controversy
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Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel's 6.2 Million Dollar Wedding Sparks Big Sale, Big Controversy
Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake got married last Friday (October 19) during a private beachfront party in souther Italy. Andy Samberg and Biel's 7th Heaven co-star Beverly Mitchell were among the guests who flew in for the celebration. However, the biggest news of the nuptials broke even more recently. Wedding photos from the $6.5 million event were sold to People Magazine for a reported $300000, to be released in this week's issue. While that won't hit newsstands until Friday, People released its cover image, with Biel dressed in a candy pink gown designed by Giambattista Valli and Justin in a black tux. However, there has been some controversy over the wedding as well. Gawker obtained a private video, produced by Los Angeles real estate agent Justin Hutchel played at the ceremony, which features apparent "homeless people, street musicians, and transexuals" on the streets of LA wishing the newlyweds well. Gawker posted a 20 second clip of the video. An attorney for Hutchel demanded the video not be published, and noted that the video was made "without Mr. Timberlake's knowledge." For more news and videos visit ☛ english.ntdtv.com Follow us on Twitter ☛ http Add us on Facebook ☛ on.fb.me From: NTDTV Views: 122 1 ratings Time: 01:11 More in Entertainment
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17:51:22 10/25/12
Violence Rages As Syrian Ceasefire Nears
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Violence Rages As Syrian Ceasefire Nears
Violence continues to rage in Syria as the proposed ceasefire approaches... Full Story: International mediator Lakhdar Brahimi says Syrian president Bashar al-Assad has agreed to a ceasefire. [Lakhdar Brahimi, International Envoy]: "All I want to tell you is that after my visit to Damascus, there was an agreement amongst the Syrian government for a ceasefire during Eid and I believe that they will release a statement either today or tomorrow." The four day Muslim holiday begins today, but there has no yet been confirmation of the truce from Damascus. Opposition activists in Syria are skeptical and say Assad is simply playing for time. The Syrian regime counter that the rebels are too disunited to observe the ceasefire. There will be no international observers or monitors, making it difficult to enforce the truce. The last ceasefire collapsed after just a few days in April, with each side blaming the other. None-the-less, there has been strong international backing for the proposed truce, with both China and Russia voicing their support. The two nations have good relations with Syria, and have blocked several attempts by the UN to impose meaningful sanctions. Meanwhile, violence continues to rage in the troubled Middle Eastern country. Government warplanes killed five people from one family in a bombing raid on the northern town of Maarat al-Numan, according to The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. State media report a terrorist car bomb in Damascus killed four people ... From: NTDTV Views: 7 0 ratings Time: 01:19 More in News & Politics
10/26/12