In 2020, the Amazon region fell victim to more than 100,000 wildfires, more than any other year on record.  One fifth of them occurred in the stretch of forest known as the Pantanal, which crosses three countries: Brazil, Paraguay and Bolivia.  Its biodiversity is unmatched. […]

Amazon’s Pantanal Region Still Recovering From Devastating Fires

It’s the third largest coral reef in the world but it’s the closest to a high-density population that can potentially cause coral disease. But a group of scientists from Miami University and the Florida Aquarium are embarking on a two-day restoration effort to monitor previously transplanted corals. They will also […]

Florida Scientists Breed Coral To Restore The Damaged Reef

  Tens of thousands of Colombians took to the streets this week to protest against a proposed tax reforms. The protests took place despite a court order to postpone demonstrations over concerns that the country is experiencing a deadly peak in the coronavirus pandemic.

Colombia: Thousands protest against planned tax hike amid the pandemic

  A Chinese man has made it his life-long mission to save people from suicide. See how Chen Si’s extraordinary dedication to others is done at a great personal price. Learn more.

Volunteer patrols Nanjing bridge to intervene in suicide attempts

Panama, with a population of 3 million, has acquired 5.5 million doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. It’s become the first in the region to start a mass vaccination campaign that could make them the first country to achieve herd immunity.  The early negotiations with […]

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CGTN examines what the reopening of schools looks like as the pandemic continues.

Roots of Migration

A new documentary that can be viewed on Friday looks at “Jazz in China” from the early 20th century to today.

New documentary showcases popularity of jazz in China

Heartbreak in India, as the second wave of COVID-19 devastates the country. Oxygen supplies are running out, and hospitals are overwhelmed with patients. How the international community is stepping up to help.

The Heat: COVID-19 crisis in India

    Episode 1: Biden’s actions on climate change in his first 100 days in office U.S. President Biden has pledged to cut carbon emissions by as much as 52 percent by 2030. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan takes a look at Biden’s actions on climate change […]

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Politics Challenge COVID-19 Vaccinations in Brazil

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Is the Modi government to blame for India’s second COVID surge?

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The coronavirus pandemic is battering India with nearly 20 million people infected and close to 220,000 dead. Anand Naidoo spoke with journalist Asad Ashraf who’s on the ground covering the pandemic in India.

Oliver Stone on the history of U.S. intervention

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This year marks the 60th anniversary of the failed CIA-led Bay of Pigs invasion in Cuba. It was a plot to oust Cuban leader Fidel Castro. Anand Naidoo spoke with acclaimed film-maker Oliver Stone about U.S. foreign policy over the past 60 years.

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In Colombia, while most are demonstrating peacefully, but violence has escalated – with many citizens blaming Colombian security forces for making it worse. UN Human rights officials say they are ‘deeply alarmed’ by the deadly clashes in some of Colombia’s cities. CGTN’s Michelle Begue reports.
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Florida Scientists Breed Coral To Restore The Damaged Reef

It’s the third largest coral reef in the world but it’s the closest to a high-density population that can potentially cause coral disease. But a group of scientists from Miami University and the Florida Aquarium are embarking on a two-day restoration effort to monitor previously transplanted corals. They will also […]
Panama Could Get Herd Immunity For COVID-19 With Vaccinations

Panama, with a population of 3 million, has acquired 5.5 million doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. It’s become the first in the region to start a mass vaccination campaign that could make them the first country to achieve herd immunity.  The early negotiations with […]
Amazon’s Pantanal Region Still Recovering From Devastating Fires

In 2020, the Amazon region fell victim to more than 100,000 wildfires, more than any other year on record.  One fifth of them occurred in the stretch of forest known as the Pantanal, which crosses three countries: Brazil, Paraguay and Bolivia.  Its biodiversity is unmatched. […]
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In March 2020 most countries in the world went into lockdown as the COVID-19 outbreak turned into a pandemic. In Colombia the confinement lasted almost six months. Michelle Begue brings us a story of struggle and resilience. 
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