UN warns of increasing digital gender gap

May 31, 2016

OAS seeks emergency meeting over unrest in Venezuela

Venezuela is facing suspension from the Organization of American States.

May 31, 2016

Second minister resigns from new Brazil’s government

It’s been a rough start for the interim President Michel Temer.

May 31, 2016

Protesters march against Keiko Fujimori before Peru’s presidential vote

It’s down to the wire in Peru for presidential candidates Keiko Fujimori and Pedro Pablo Kuczynski.

May 31, 2016

New report connects kidney disease with climate change

Experts said climate change could make the heat waves more intense and more frequent. A new study argued extreme heat and climate change may be contributing to epidemics of chronic kidney disease.

May 31, 2016

Thousands of Iraqis trapped in Fallujah during fight against ISIL

At least 50,000 civilians remain in Fallujah. The assault teams say they want to keep them out of harm’s way.

May 31, 2016

Conservationists work to save Chile’s cherished waves from development

World renowned surfing venues can bring millions of dollars to small communities who otherwise wouldn’t benefit from tourism.
That’s why Chile’s Conservationists want to preserve the waves.

May 31, 2016

Ravi Ramamurti on India’s growing economy

India’s economy powered ahead in the March quarter to secure its lead as the world’s fastest growing economy.For more about India’s economic reforms and areas for improvement, CCTV America’s Rachelle Akuffo spoke to Ravi Ramamurti.

May 31, 2016

India suffers $100B losses due to El Nino drought

It’s expected that India’s losses will add up to around $100 billion.

May 31, 2016

Singapore to invest millions to improve cybersecurity for banks

Cybersecurity is perhaps the biggest risk facing financial system.

May 31, 2016

Scientists want Olympic Games moved or delayed over Zika

It just over two months away from the 2016 Rio Olympics. And despite 150 scientists urging the World Health Organization to move or postpone the games over fears of the Zika virus, the WHO has rejected the call.

May 31, 2016

Big challenges ahead for China’s no-smoking programs

China has the largest number of smokers in the world, and Beijing is pushing its national no-smoking programs more than ever.

May 31, 2016

The Heat: Trade negotiations between China and EU

China joined the World Trade Organization in 2001 with the belief it might be granted market economy status by the end of the year.

May 31, 2016

Anti-austerity protest sweep across Belgium

Thousands take to the street to protest against budget cuts and a rise in the retirement age.

May 31, 2016

This week on Full Frame: Teen volunteers

This week’s Full Frame looks at empowering the next generation of volunteers to make an impact, worldwide.

May 31, 2016

World No Tobacco Day 2016: Get ready for plain packaging

For this year’s World No Tobacco Day, the WHO is calling on countries to implement plain packaging of tobacco products.

May 31, 2016

Zika: What we know

A quick primer on the Zika virus, its origins, and its impact around the world.

May 31, 2016

China to roll out mature 5G standards by 2020

China is developing 5G technology and expects to debut mature 5G standards by 2020.

May 31, 2016

China releases new action plan to tackle soil pollution

China aims to curb worsening soil pollution by 2020 and stabilize and improve soil quality by 2030.

May 31, 2016

Brazilian police arrest two suspects in alleged gang-rape case

Two suspects were arrested on Monday (May 30) afternoon for the alleged gang-rape and assault of a 16-year-old girl by over 30 men in Rio de Janeiro which has shocked the nation.