The central Texas flooding has killed over 100 people, and dozens are still believed to be missing. In Kerr County, entire neighborhoods were swept away by the fast-rising Guadalupe River on July 4. CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez spoke with one survivor whose neighbors vanished […]

Survivor who lost neighbors rebuilds through grief

  Leaders of the BRICS bloc wrapped up a two-day summit in Rio de Janeiro on Monday by reaching consensus on a broad range of issues… from global governance to climate change, and peace and security. But, in a clear effort to distract attention away […]

The 17th BRICS Summit wraps up in Rio de Janeiro

The number of people confirmed dead after devastating flash floods over the weekend in central Texas has surpassed 100. Rescuers are still looking for survivors and those missing, including young girls at a summer camp after they were caught in a terrifying flood. CGTN’s Nitza […]

Texas families share grief after flash floods

While much focus has been on the so-called Liberation Day tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald Trump in April 2025, now delayed again until August 1, there are other tariffs the U.S. appears ready to impose, causing additional alarm among major trading partners. CGTN’s Jon […]

Trump’s Liberation Day delayed, but more tariffs are ready

  Brazil’s Health Minister Alexandre Padilha spoke with our reporter Paulo Cabral about key points addressed at the BRICS summit related to global public health. Padilha began by highlighting what he calls a historic partnership to tackle major health challenges.

Strengthening health cooperation among BRICS countries

All eyes will be on Rio de Janeiro this week, as leaders gather for the 17th BRICS Summit. In 2006, Brazil, Russia, India and China formed the group of emerging economies and then added South Africa in 2010, renaming the bloc, BRICS.  Today, there are […]

The Heat: BRICS Summit

More Than Just a Game is a digital sports series by CGTN America where Ahmed Ghoneim explores how athletes shape society beyond the playing field. The series delves into the intersection of sports (particularly football) politics, culture, and identity, highlighting athletes who have used their […]

More than Just a Game

  Discussions on sustainable development, and the reform of financial institutions, have brought together finance ministers from many BRICS members and the governors of the New Development Bank- the NDB, also known as the BRICS bank. Lucrecia Franco reports from Rio de Janeiro.

BRICS finance ministers discuss financing for development projects

Las Vegas is known for hosting all sorts of major sporting events from a Formula 1 Grand Prix race to the biggest boxing matches. And this month, the Nevada city is hosting yet another sporting-first for the United States. CGTN’s Dan Williams has more from […]

Top table tennis players take over Las Vegas

  In an era of climate change and increasing attention to environmental damage, more programs aimed at ‘restoration’, rather than ‘conservation’ are being prioritized. That’s the case in Mexico, where a recent summit brought together government officials, environmentalists and society groups – to strengthen collective […]

Mexico steps up efforts to restore ecosystems

Digital Originals
Amari Cheatom and Marty Austin Lamar in "Paradise Blue". Photo by DJ Corey Photography.
Play review: Paradise Blue remembers erased histories

Paradise Blue is playing at Washington D.C.’s Studio Theatre through July 6, 2025. CGTN America’s Culture Curmudgeon Ahmad Coo offers his take.
What’s in Trump’s tax bill?

President Trump’s tax bill, which he calls “One, Big Beautiful Bill” aims to deliver historic tax cuts for Americans and introduce reforms to federal programs like SNAP, which runs the food stamp program, and Medicaid. Trump supporters say the bill will spur economic growth and […]
How is “new-type energy storage” reshaping the global green energy landscape?

As China achieves scaled development in the green energy sector, “new energy” remains a key topic at 2025 Two Sessions, China’s most important annual event outlining national progress and future policies. This year, “new-type energy storage” has emerged as a buzzword. Unlike traditional energy, new […]
More than Just a Game

More Than Just a Game is a digital sports series by CGTN America where Ahmed Ghoneim explores how athletes shape society beyond the playing field. The series delves into the intersection of sports (particularly football) politics, culture, and identity, highlighting athletes who have used their […]
The Heat
The Heat: Club World Cup

Football’s newest competition the FIFA Club World Cup wraps up this weekend. The final will see Chelsea take on Paris Saint Germain.  Although the tournament has been largely successful, there have been setbacks along the way, notably poor attendance during some of the earlier games. […]
The Heat: U.S. Immigration

Millions of immigrants and their families across the United States have been reeling from an uptick in immigration enforcement.  Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump has been touting a new immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades. Alligator Alcatraz, as it’s called, can host up to […]
The Heat: Tariff Turmoil

The United States has now set an August first deadline for countries to negotiate a new trade deal or face steep reciprocal tariffs. The White House sent letters to at least twenty countries this week, including key trade partners Japan and the Republic of Korea.   […]
The Heat: Middle East Conflict

The carnage in Gaza continues with dozens of Palestinians killed as Israel launches more deadly attacks. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is visiting Washington and he’s met with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House. There is speculation that progress could be made […]
World Today
Survivors and volunteers face immense loss after Texas floods

As search efforts slow, flood survivors in Texas begin the painful process of recovery. Volunteers rush in with supplies, while families mourn the dead and search for the missing. Ediz Tiyansan reports from Hunt, Texas.
U.S. offers temporary tariff relief to South Korea and Japan

Washington has sent near-identical letters to Seoul and Tokyo, offering a 90-day reduction in tariffs, from up to 25% down to 10%, on cars, auto parts, steel, and aluminum to allow time for negotiations. 
United States and Brazil announce competing tariffs amid trade tensions

The United States plans to impose a 50% tariff on all Brazilian imports starting August 1. In response, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva says his government will introduce reciprocal measures. The U.S. is Brazil’s second-largest trading partner after China.
Trump slaps 50 percent tariff on Brazil, escalating trade tensions

U.S. President Donald Trump is pledging to impose a new 50 percent tariff on all Brazilian products entering the United States, starting August 1. The announcement comes amid rising political tensions in the shadow of the recent BRICS summit in Brazil. Lucrecia Franco reports from […]
Global Business
Fed holds interest rate unchanged amid uncertainty

The U.S. central bank maintained its key interest rate on Wednesday, June 18. The Federal Reserve is holding the rate amid concerns inflation will return due to Trump’s trade war. Now the Fed also has to factor in the global repercussions of Israel’s conflict with […]
Brazilian manufacturers push back against U.S. steel, aluminum tariffs

Brazil’s government and its manufacturers are pushing back against new U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum.

Trump unveils latest tariffs on steel imports

U.S. stocks, in particular the S&P 500 and NASDAQ, ended this week with their best month since 2023. But just as markets closed on Friday, Trump upped the ante once again. Trump announced even steeper duties on imports of steel and aluminum, speaking to steel […]
Peru’s pecan nuts see a boom in business from Chinese consumers

Pecan nuts from Peru are becoming all the rage in China. So, what is it about the Peruvian pecan that China is willing to pay more for? CGTN’s Dan Collyns takes a look at the emerging market for this product in Peru.
Big Story
A group of people are setting up a mobile clinic inside the gymnasium of the University of Virginia at Wise. There are gurneys, assorted equipment, and volunteers wearing yellowy T-shirts carrying boxes.
BIG STORY – Triage: Healthcare in the U.S.

The U.S. stands at the forefront of medical innovation, but this progress comes at a staggering cost. Exorbitant bills often push people to choose between their health or financial ruin.

BIG STORY – Loaded. Guns in Thailand

Thailand is grappling with an unsettling trend: a rise in homegrown gun violence and mass shootings. Big Story’s senior correspondent Jason Motlagh talks to survivors and experts trying to make sense of horrific scenes that were once observed at a distance and are now closer and more frequent.
Americas Now
What’s Next for Immigration in America? Georgetown Historian Weighs In

Immigration has always shaped the American identity, and now, it’s at a turning point. In a timely and thought-provoking interview, Georgetown University professor and historian Erick Langer dives into the past, present, and possible future of U.S. immigration policy. From shifting political tides to the […]
Los Angeles Ignites: Military Moves In After Days of Protest

Los Angeles, a city with a rich history of activism and civil unrest, has once again become the epicenter of protests in America. What started as demonstrations against ICE and strict immigration policies has escalated into a major flashpoint. For days, protesters filled the streets, […]
Awakening the Sensory Mind Through Glass and Geometric Shapes

In a quiet studio tucked inside New York’s creative heart, artist Valeria Divinorum is experimenting with perception. Originally trained as an architect, Divinorum now explores the intersection of form, light, and consciousness through intricate stained glass. Her work is not just beautiful—it’s designed to awaken. […]
Mexico’s Food Supply at Risk from Extreme Weather

Mexico’s farmers are on the front lines of a battle they didn’t start but are forced to fight: the struggle against climate change. From punishing droughts to erratic floods and scorching heat waves, extreme weather is wreaking havoc on the country’s food production. Fields that […]
Full Frame
Full Frame: The Power of Representation

Representation holds the power to rewrite a narrative by shaping who belongs and who leads.  Comic book legend Stan Lee once said, “I think it would be great to do stories about every different race of people, nationality of people, and make the world realize […]
Full Frame: Gun Violence

Gun violence claimed the lives of more than 48,000 people in the United States in 2022.  Jawanna Hardy is co-founder of Guns Down Friday, an organization that helps survivors and families of shooting victims. “Our mission for Guns Down Friday is to creatively provide resources […]
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