Evo Morales, who led Bolivia for nearly 14 years as president, flew to exile in Mexico on Tuesday after stepping down. He left behind a country in turmoil and a power void in the Andean nation.
President Xi Jinping has arrived in Brasilia, Brazil to attend the 11th BRICS summit.
Chinese President Xi Jinping hails a new era in bilateral ties between two of the world’s oldest civilizations.
The US Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday on a key Trump policy. It will decide whether the president can end a program that stopped the deportations of thousands, brought to the United States illegally as children.
Chinese apps are appearing on more and more smartphones in Brazil, though many users don’t even realize it.
A rare prisoner swap in Afghanistan. An American and an Australian in exchange for two senior Taliban commanders and a leader of the Haqqani militant group.
Demand for salmon in China is expected to double in the next five years and one of the countries positioned to supply that demand is Chile.
Survivalism is a growing trend in the United States. So-called “doomsday preppers” spend thousands of U.S. dollars per year getting ready for natural catastrophes, nuclear war or the collapse of society.
Chile has been in the grips of mass demonstrations and violence. Scores dead, thousands arrested, and no ending in sight. Chilean Vice Minister of Trade Rodrigo Yanez joined us to talk about the growing crisis in his country and what, if anything, the government is doing to address it.
The impeachment inquiry against President Trump is ramping up. But with the 2020 election around the corner – and legal stakes rising for the President, many are asking – “how messy is this going to get?” We’re joined by Steve Chaggaris, a journalist and political analyst based out of Washington, DC.
Voters in Spain went to the polls on Sunday in the country’s second general election since April. It was also Spain’s fourth general election in the last four years.
Chinese President Xi Jinping talks free trade and foreign investment, plus have China and the United States agreed to phase out those tariffs?
Bangladesh rising. It’s been called the fastest-growing economy in the Asia-Pacific region, but can Bangladesh sustain the momentum?
The E-sports industry is expected to rake in more than one billion dollars this year, setting a new record. Professional games are frequently broadcast on major sports networks and universities are actually offering scholarships to top gamers. And like many other sports, high school is a critical training ground.
A crowded field of candidates could get more crowded as former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg considers joining the race for the Democratic Presidential nomination
U.S. President Donald Trump has touted the economy as being the greatest it has ever been with the unemployment rate at record lows. But that doesn’t tell the whole story.
A new report says the wild bird population in North America has shrunk significantly, with the loss of some three billion birds. Human development has caused habitat loss and deforestation, as humans move into areas previously occupied by birds.
In less than a week, China will hold its second import expo in Shanghai. World leaders are set to attend an opening ceremony. The expo this year features more exhibitors and a bigger exhibition park.
Mahjong is a traditional Chinese game that dates back centuries. In New York City, it’s seeing a revival among Jewish-American women, while drawing competitive players to national tournaments.
Pork prices have skyrocketed about 50% from a year ago. That blow goes beyond the farm. China is the largest pork consumer in the world, and pork is a staple in many Chinese dishes.
Cafes around the world are expanding their appeal – by offering the affection of a pet. Owners at one café in China say the concept isn’t “quackery.” CGTN’s Frances Kuo has more. It may look like life on the farm. But, it’s actually an afternoon […]
While Chicago’s homicide rate is not the highest in the U.S., the city has consistently had more total killings than any other U.S. city. But why? And how do we reverse this horrific trend? “Urban Violence in the U.S. with Roseanna Ander,” this week on Full Frame.
What can digging up dinosaur fossils tell us about what life on Earth was like so many years ago? “The Evolution of Our Planet with Paul Sereno,” this week on Full Frame.
Globally, nearly one in six deaths is due to cancer, making it the second-leading cause of death worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. Dr. Tony Blau is a professor of hematology oncology at the University of Washington in Seattle. For three decades, he has researched […]
Gender inequality is a concern around the globe. In 2015, world leaders agreed to 17 goals for a better world by 2030. Achieving gender equality is on that list. Full Frame looks at the issue and how it’s viewed around the world.
The Red Line takes an in-depth look into the violence, poverty and discrimination dividing St. Louis and examines what some locals are doing to improve the situation in the city.
Iraq: War Continued tells the story of a country, a conflict, and the upending of global order, from the perspective of those who fought in the war, those who covered the war, and those who became its victims.
Panama hats are finely-woven by hand, made of straw and intended to protect those who wear them from the strong sun. But if you ever go to Panama, look up the “Pintado hat.” That is actually the hat originally from Panama. John Zarrella reports.
A victim, whose case went public, has unintentionally become the face of the Me Too movement in Peru. Dan Collyns reports.
Is the wall being used to push a political agenda? That’s one of the questions “Americas Now” anchor Elaine Reyes asked former Mexican ambassador to the U.S. Arturo Sarukhan
Lack of water has also been behind the massive wave of migration from Venezuela affecting the entire South American region. Stephen Gibbs reports.
She first immigrated to the U.S. for a career in foreign services, but ended up building a massive home decor business instead. She’s Mei Xu—pronounced ‘may she’—who’s the woman behind Chesapeake Bay Candle. If you’re in the U.S., you might’ve seen her products.
popular news
Bong Joon-ho’s magnificent film “Parasite” is a mirror of our modern society- one that’s fracturing, twisted and ablaze. Here’s the Culture Curmudgeon’s review.
“The Farewell” highlights the cultural divide between east and west, but it also emphasizes the commonalities between the two in terms of love of family and the difficulty of coming to terms with death. Here’s the Culture Curmudgeon’s review.
Owen Fairclough thinks Drab Majesty can save us from disinformation overload
From security concerns to fears of 5G dominance, CGTN’s Mark Niu explains why the United States is worried about Chinese telecom giant Huawei’s presence in the U.S.
CGTN America
