Chinese cars gaining more demand in Mexico

August 28, 2014

Arab Bank on trial for allegedly funding Hamas

Arab Bank, one of the largest financial institutions in the Middle East, is on trial in New York accused of providing financial help to the Palestinian militant Islamist group Hamas.

August 28, 2014

FBI investigates mass hacking of US banks

The FBI is investigating hacking attacks on U.S.-bank JP Morgan as well as four other lenders. The probe is being described as a major breach of computer security.

August 28, 2014

US second-quarter growth strengthens

Compared to the Eurozone, the U.S. economy is doing much better. The second quarter GDP figure was revised up to more than 4 percent.

August 28, 2014

New startup airlines crowd the skies

Over the past five years, airlines in the U.S. have been consolidating. Four major carriers now account for 82 percent of U.S. capacity.

August 28, 2014

The Heat: The latest on the Afghanistan election crisis

In April, Afghans went to the polls to decide who would replace Hamid Karzai as the new president of Afghanistan. Two candidates, Abdullah Abdullah and Ashraf Ghani, made it into a June runoff.

August 28, 2014

Malaysia Airlines’ losses widen after air disasters

Struggling with the impact of the twin calamities of the disappearance of flight MH370 in March and the shooting down of MH17 last month, Malaysia Airlines has just reported more deep financial losses for the latest quarter.

Africa could reach 20,000 Ebola cases in upcoming months

August 28, 2014

WHO issues road map to combat Ebola outbreak

A new report by the World Health Organization creates a plan to fight the Ebola outbreak in Africa. It’s designed to address a caseload that could exceed 20,000 Ebola patients. CCTV America’s Jim Spellman reports.

August 28, 2014

Refugees live in tents as Iraq fighting continues

In Iraq, heavy fighting continues in the north as Kurdish Peshmerga forces hold the front lines against Islamic State militants. Supplies are running low in several refugee camps setup to help with the ongoing crisis. About 20,000 refugees are near the Turkish border seeking shelter. […]

August 28, 2014

UNSC meets to discuss Russia’s reported military intervention

The United Nations Security Council held an emergency meeting over Russia’s reported military intervention on Thursday. CCTV America’s Liling Tan reports from the United Nations on the sentiment from the members of the council and what Russia had to say.

August 28, 2014

Obama: US to work with allies, root out ‘cancer’ of the Islamic State

U.S. President Barack Obama spoke at the White House about the growing threat of the Islamic State, as well as escalating tensions between Russia and the West. He said that because of airstrikes, the Islamic State is losing arms and equipment.

August 28, 2014

Islamic State militants kill dozens of captured Syrian soldiers

Islamic State militants have released a video that appears to show the aftermath of a mass killing of Syrian soldiers.

August 28, 2014

Russia accused of deploying troops to Ukraine

Accusations of a Russian invasion in Ukraine could lead to a full-scale war. The United Nations Security Council met on Thursday in a special session. The main question at the core of the session was whether or not Russia did deploy troops to Ukraine. CCTV […]

August 28, 2014

Aid reaches Gaza as cease-fire holds

In Gaza, Israel and Hamas continue to abide by a cease-fire. This has allowed aid to come through as some return to their homes.

August 28, 2014

China finds cocaine on ship after tip from US DEA

BEIJING, Aug. 28 — Chinese authorities, with the help of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) have confiscated 70 kilograms of cocaine originating from South America, according to the Ministry of Public Security.

August 28, 2014

How deadly is the West Africa Ebola outbreak?

The Ebola virus has been known to have a mortality rate of up to 90 percent. How does the current outbreak — which may take another nine months to contain — compare?

August 28, 2014

NATO official: Over 1,000 Russian troops in Ukraine

Ukraine claims that two columns of tanks and military vehicles rolled into the southeastern region from Russia on Thursday after Grad missiles were fired at a border post and Ukraine’s border guards fled.

August 28, 2014

China’s panda triplets are one month old

The world’s only known surviving set of panda triplets born in captivity turned one month-old on Thursday (August 28) in a south Chinese zoo.

August 28, 2014

Polls show Marina Silva leads in Brazil’s presidential race

Brazil held its first presidential debate on Tuesday. On the same day, a new poll was released showing that there is a surge of popularity for Marina Silva, who replaced the late presidential candidate Eduardo Campos after his death early this month in a plane […]

August 28, 2014

Separatists open front on eastern Ukrainian coast

In eastern Ukraine, separatists have opened a new front on the coast near the city of Novoazovsk. Ukrainian troops are reported to be in retreat.

August 28, 2014

Alibaba renews prospectus, revealing revenue surge ahead of IPO

China’s e-commerce giant Alibaba Group reported robust growth in second quarter revenues, a positive sign for its expected IPO in the United States.

August 27, 2014

US schools facing financial challenges supporting migrant children

Schools across the United States are preparing for tens of thousands of migrant children who may be starting school this fall. Most of them are from Central American countries and come with little money or resources.

August 27, 2014

Private aviation markets expand in Asia

It’s not surprising that the world’s rich and famous people like nice things. Flying in the lap of luxury is one such activity. Business travelers and entrepreneurs are now increasing flexibility and cutting flight times while traveling in style. CCTV America’s Shraysi Tandon reports.

August 27, 2014

US sponsored police unit in Honduras cracks down on child migrants

The U.S. has launched a new campaign in Honduras to reduce the rapid flow of unaccompanied child immigrants from Central America. More than 60,000 children have been caught entering the country so far this year.

August 27, 2014

IMF’s head under investigation for a business dispute

International Monetary Fund’s head, Christine Lagarde, is now embroiled in some personal trouble of her own. A French magistrate has formalized an investigation into allegations that date back to her time as French Finance Minister. CCTV America’s Owen Fairclough reports.

August 27, 2014

IT companies strive to encourage more female coders

In recent weeks, companies like Google, Yahoo, Facebook, and Twitter have released data on diversity and gender that reveals disparity. But efforts are underway to make a change. CCTV America’s Mark Niu reports.

August 27, 2014

For the children of Gaza, some wounds may never heal

Both Israel and Gaza have paid a heavy price during the third Gaza War in six years. More than 500 of the 2,000 deaths in the war were children.

August 27, 2014

Colombia’s government looks to ‘Bring IT On’

Colombia’s information technology industry has grown significantly. The government’s new campaign “Bring IT On” looks to promote Colombia as the next technology capital of Latin America.

August 27, 2014

Argentina government aims to pass bill to resolve debt crisis

Argentina’s government is no closer to resolving its debt crisis. This is after the finance minister took his case for bringing all of the country’s debt back under Argentine jurisdiction to parliament Wednesday.

August 27, 2014

The Heat: Assessing the Gaza cease-fire agreement

Palestinians in the Gaza Strip poured into the streets Tuesday to celebrate the announcement that an open-ended cease-fire agreement had been reached with Israel after 50 days of intense fighting. But many on both sides are wondering what was gained.

August 27, 2014

US-China meeting: focus on security in intl. air space

U.S. and Chinese military officials are holding two days of talks in Washington. The focus is a military security code of conduct regarding international waters and air space.

August 27, 2014

Westerners joining Jihad: a rising global threat

Thousands of foreign fighters could be fighting with extremist groups in Syria. There is fear that these fighters could come back to launch terror attacks on their own homeland, posing an increasing global threat.

August 27, 2014

More negotiations expected for a long-term truce for Gaza conflict

Egypt helped broker the cease-fire and more negotiations are expected for a long-term truce. In Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is coming under fire over the costly conflict. CCTV America’s Adel El Mahrouky reports.

August 27, 2014

Nigeria claims progress in Ebola fight

Nigeria is claiming progress its battle to contain Ebola. The virus killed five people in its commercial capital, Lagos. But of the eight others infected, all but one has been discharged.

August 27, 2014

Is direct intervention in Libya a good idea for Cairo?

Libya’s ambassador to Cairo called for foreign help after violent clashes ensued in the country. It would not be the first time Egypt used military force there, but opinions remain divided about whether direct intervention is a good idea for Egypt.

August 27, 2014

Israel mentioned their efforts to protect civilians from airstrikes

Much of the war between Israel and the Palestinian factions in Gaza was fought from the air. Rockets fired from Gaza and missiles fired on Gaza. The Israeli military was criticized for its heavy-handedness and for the high Palestinian death toll brought on by airstrikes. […]

August 27, 2014

UN accuses Islamic State and Syria government of war crimes

The U.N. said the Islamic State and the government of Syria are committing war crimes. The U.N.’s latest report cited extensive violence by each side. CCTV America’s Liling Tan reports.

August 27, 2014

Iraq: 1.5 million people displaced by Islamic State

The spread of violence by the Islamic State has displaced 1.5 million people in Iraq, many of whom have been uprooted more than once. CCTV America’s Sean Callebs reports.

August 27, 2014

Libyan unrest centers around dueling governments

Libya’s Islamist-dominated parliament has reconvened and voted to disband the country’s current interim government. It has defied voters who elected its opponents to take over amid ceaseless fighting by rival militias.

August 27, 2014

Firefighters rescue workers trapped in mid-air

Two workers were rescued down from an aerial work platform on Tuesday in Yantai city in east China’s Shandong Province.

August 27, 2014

Does traditional TV still dominate over online?

Breaking Bad making good once again — the U.S. drama about a chemistry teacher turned drug kingpin has been honored at the Emmy Awards.

66th Annual Emmy Awards celebrated in Hollywood

August 26, 2014

Emmys a good night for Breaking Bad

Hollywood celebrated one of its biggest nights on Monday at the Emmy Awards honoring the best work on U.S. television and the new online distribution outlets. CCTV America’s Yakenda McGahee reports.

US foreign policies brought unintended consequences to Iraq turmoil

August 26, 2014

Unintended Consequences: How US foreign policy laid foundation for Iraq turmoil

When looking at what’s happening in the current turmoil in Iraq, U.S. foreign policy plays an important role. CCTV America’s Jessica Stone reports.

August 26, 2014

French winemakers develop flavors for international consumers

A group of winemakers in southwestern France have a new strategy for attracting international consumers.

August 26, 2014

Israel, Hamas reach open-ended truce in Gaza

Israel and Hamas agreed Tuesday to an open-ended cease-fire in Gaza after seven weeks of fighting.

August 26, 2014

Egypt suffers regular blackouts due to crippling energy crisis

On Sunday, Egyptians began to experience some slight improvement in electricity supply, days after Prime minister Ibrahim Malab began to address the country’s crippling power crisis.

August 26, 2014

Pressure increases on Israel to reach a Gaza cease-fire

Wednesday will mark the 50th day of fighting between Israel and Hamas and the start of the conflict’s eighth week. In recent days, approval ratings for Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have taken a dramatic turn which has increased the pressure on Israel to reach […]

August 26, 2014

Burger King to buy Tim Hortons for $11B

Burger King announced Tuesday that it is buying Canada’s Tim Horton’s for more than $11 billion.

August 26, 2014

Will the US launch airstrikes against the Islamic State in Syria?

Intelligence gathered by U.S. military surveillance flights over Syria could support a broad bombing campaign beyond Iraq against the Islamic State militant group.

August 26, 2014

Security of Mosul Dam critical for Iraq

The Mosul Dam is the largest in the nation, controlling vital water and power resources. It’s caught in a tug-of-war between ISIS and the Kurdish army controlling the region.

August 26, 2014

The Heat: US involvement in Syria

Will the United States send troops to Syria? And will the U.S. and Syria work together to fight against the Islamic State?

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