The Heat: Two Sessions

December 6, 2021

First Latin American Weiqi Championships begin

The First Latin American Weiqi Circuit of Championships is underway in five countries in the region sponsored by the Chinese Weiqi Association.

December 6, 2021

U.S. President Biden reinstates wait in Mexico policy for migrants

U.S. President Joe Biden has brought back a policy used during the Donald Trump administration, migrants who reach the U.S./Mexico border to seek asylum must wait in Mexico during their immigration proceedings.

December 6, 2021

U.S. changes traveling rules in attempt to contain Omicron

New rules for anyone flying into the U.S took effect this Monday as authorities tried to contain the spread of Omicron.

December 6, 2021

U.S. attempts to contain Omicron

With the discovery of a new COVID-19 variant, and cases already reported in several states, the U.S. is trying to contain the spread of the virus.

December 5, 2021

See what food challenges astronauts face in space

A Colombian Company was one of the winners in Phase 1 of NASA’s deep space food challenge. Companies competing in the challenge must be able to offer a solution to feeding at least four astronauts on a three-year space mission. Find out more.

December 5, 2021

Mexico’s Modern Mayans

Mayan descendants still inhabit the Yucatan Peninsula in southeast Mexico and they defend their roots and culture. Correspondent Alasdair Baverstock paid them a visit.

December 5, 2021

Peru continues to battle COVID-19

During a large portion of 2021 Peru had the highest COVID-19 death rate per capita in the world. New variants of the deadly virus have emerged as the country races to vaccinate its population.

December 5, 2021

Colombia’s Peace Is Unfinished Business

During Colombia’s internal armed conflict more than 6,000 people were murdered, that’s according to the country’s Justice Department. Michelle Begue reports.

December 5, 2021

Drug Overdose in the U.S.

In the U.S., nearly 100 thousand people overdosed and died in 2020, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Mike Kirsch reports.

December 4, 2021

Show returns after two-year pandemic hiatus in Florida

The Art Basel fair returns to Miami after two years of cancellations amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The contemporary art show welcomed 253 galleries and more than eighty thousand visitors. Find out more.

December 4, 2021

See what Colombians have to say about Disney’s “Encanto”

The Disney movie “Encanto” is based on Colombian culture. In Bogota, theater goers expressed their initial approval of the feature film. See what this means for generations who are seeing themselves represented on the big screen more accurately.

December 4, 2021

More tech founders leaving helm of their firms in the U.S.

Twitter Co-founder Jack Dorsey has announced that he’s stepping down from his role as CEO. His decision comes at a time when social media companies are facing increased scrutiny over how they spread information and disinformation amid increasing influence. Find out more.

December 4, 2021

The Heat: U.S. President Biden’s Challenges

U.S. President Joe Biden faces new challenges over the Omicron variant, and the tiny island nation of Barbados becomes the world’s newest republic.

December 3, 2021

U.S. jobs report and inflation concerns

The U.S economy added 221,000 private sector jobs in November, less than half the number in some forecasts. But some are shrugging off that underwhelming figure because other metrics suggest the U.S. economy is in good shape, despite soaring inflation and the threat of the […]

December 3, 2021

How will the Supreme Court rule on the Mississippi abortion law?

As the U.S. Supreme Court debates an important abortion rights case, protestors outside share their thoughts on what could happen.

December 3, 2021

Brazil grapples with inflation amid COVID-19 recovery

The Brazilian economy is in a recession as the country grapples with high interest rates and inflation. The downturn comes as Brazil is losing momentum as it tries to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. Economists say the government has limited tools to fight it. CGTN’s […]

December 3, 2021

Omicron variant pops up around U.S.

The Omicron variant is popping up across the U.S., and has now been confirmed in states including New York, California, Minnesota, Hawaii, Colorado, and likely many others. How is the country responding? CGTN’s Jim Spellman reports from Bethesda, Maryland.

December 3, 2021

Venezuela rolls out COVID-19 vaccination program for kids aged 2-11

Venezuela is rolling out a COVID-19 vaccination program for children as young as two- years-old, but the decision to vaccinate children is still controversial. There are questions about the safety of the vaccines the Venezuelan government has authorized, and about the decision to allocate scant […]

December 3, 2021

Some AAPI voters in New York feel abandoned by Democratic Party

Democrat Eric Adams is due to take up his role as the new Mayor of New York City in January. Yet a breakdown of voting at the polls shows there was a swell of support for his Republican opponent, Curtis Sliwa, among the city’s Asian […]

December 3, 2021

Biathlon requires marksmanship and strength

One of the lesser-known sports at the winter Olympics is a competition called a biathlon. It consists of a cross-country race combined with marksmanship and requires both physical and mental strength to win. Europeans dominate the sport but interest is growing in the U.S. and […]

December 3, 2021

The Heat: Immigration & workforce

Faced with aging and shrinking populations, some developed nations are looking to immigration to fill the labor force.

December 2, 2021

Slum teens compete for fortune and fame in Free Fire Cup

A competition in Brazil is stirring the dreams of young men and women who live in the country’s slums – the favelas – hoping to make money and achieve success playing video games. CGTN’s Paulo Cabral reports.

December 2, 2021

Mexico downplays threat of Omicron variant

While countries around the world coordinate strategies to handle spread of the new Omicron variant of COVID-19, Mexico is resisting a return to stricter protocols. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports.

December 2, 2021

The Gist: The Beijing Olympics Go Green

CGTN’s Gerald Tan has The Gist on Beijing’s efforts to help mitigate climate change while hosting the 2022 Winter Olympics.

December 2, 2021

Omicron variant sparks fears amid the holiday season

The newly identified Omicron coronavirus variant has triggered global restrictions on travel and shaken financial markets just as the Christmas holiday season is getting underway. Some U.S. states are taking new measures. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan reports.

December 2, 2021

The Heat: Omicron variant brings tougher restrictions

The Director-General of the World Health Organization warns a new coronavirus variant poses a very high global risk.

December 1, 2021

Companies around the world pledge to reduce their carbon footprints

Many companies around the world are following the trend of promising to reduce their carbon footprint. See what they’re doing to reduce their carbon footprints.

December 1, 2021

U.S. snowboard cross athletes prepare for World Cup

The members of the U.S. snowboard cross team get in some final preparation before the World Cup season begins. The competitions will help determine who goes to Beijing in February.

December 1, 2021

Cuba tightens restriction on eight South African nations as Omicron spreads

Cuba has announced a tightening of COVID-19 safety protocols at its airports, particularly on travelers from eight southern African nations following the spread of the new variant Omicron. Find out more.

December 1, 2021

Argentine woman no longer HIV positive

A 30-year-old Argentine woman’s own immune system may have cured her of HIV – without the use of drugs. She was diagnosed in 2013, and now there is no detectable virus in her body. Find out more.

December 1, 2021

New York improves wheelchair accessibility

For people living with disabilities, taking public transport can be a daunting challenge. But New York City has developed a plan to improve accessibility for everyone.

December 1, 2021

Mexico president’s approval rating jumps to 62%

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, who promised to fight corruption and prioritize the poor, marks the halfway point of his six-year term in office. His overall approval ratings are at 62 percent, AMLO said that his government is bringing long-awaited changes to Mexico.

December 1, 2021

The Heat: China-Africa Forum

China pledges more vaccine and economic help for Africa.

November 30, 2021

White House holds Cyber Monday talks with U.S. retailers

Leading U.S. retailers were back at the White House this Monday asking for help to ease the global supply chain crisis. Cyber Monday has become a critical sales date, with shoppers chasing bargains after the Thanksgiving holiday weekend setting records in recent years. But […]

November 30, 2021

2021 World Table Tennis Championships wraps up in Houston

China has reigned supreme at the World Table Tennis Championships in Houston, Texas – taking gold in 4 out of 5 categories. And while the mixed China-U.S. teams didn’t make it to the finals – history was made nonetheless.

November 30, 2021

Renewed focus on international supply of vaccines

There’s a renewed focus on the international supply of vaccines, especially since the Omicron variant of the coronavirus was first identified in South Africa. The WHO has been in prolonged discussions with Moderna over licensing its vaccine globally. And there’s an ongoing dispute between the […]

November 30, 2021

The Heat: Iran nuclear talks

Can the 2015 Iran Nuclear Deal be revived from the brink of collapse?
We’ll bring you the latest on the new round of talks in Vienna.

November 29, 2021

Opposition party appear victorious in tense Honduras election

Honduras’s general election Sunday appears to have resulted in a landslide victory for the country’s opposition coalition, a triumph that will end 12 years in power for the ruling party and have international implications far beyond the country’s borders. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports.

November 29, 2021

Multiple factors cause strain to Mexico’s auto industry

Mexico is struggling to close the year with signs of economic recovery.

November 29, 2021

NYC looks to become new cryptocurrency capital

Miami and New York are in a race to become cryptocurrency capitals.

November 29, 2021

Liquor industry faces shortages from supply chain crunch ahead of holiday season

Some of your favorite liquor might be harder to find in the store ahead of the holiday season.

November 26, 2021

Hondurans prepare for general election

Honduras will hold general elections this weekend in a vote that will decide the country’s elected leaders – from mayors to members of parliament, to the president – for the next four years.

November 26, 2021

Rat sightings rise in New York

The number of rat sightings in New York City has jumped substantially this year.

November 26, 2021

When will Brazilian children under 12 get COVID-19 vaccine approval?

Brazil has administered around 298-million doses of COVID-19 vaccine. According to Reuters, that’s enough for more than 70% of the population.

November 26, 2021

Starting a business amid a crisis

Starting a business anywhere in the world today is a difficult task.

November 26, 2021

Los Angeles vows to prevent ‘instant’ home buying

The city of Los Angeles has vowed to prevent certain tech companies from engaging in “iBuying” in the city’s housing market.

November 26, 2021

Mexico’s missing migrants

Mexico has one of the world’s highest rates of people missing. Among them are a number of undocumented migrants.

November 26, 2021

Venezuelan migrants stranded at the Brazil border

Brazil reopened its border with Venezuela in June of this year, having closed it more than a year ago due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

November 26, 2021

Could a tree-planting machine help save the environment?

A Brazilian inventor has designed what he claims is the world’s fastest tree planting machine.

November 25, 2021

Family farm works with charities to help homeless on Thanksgiving

Thursday marks Thanksgiving Day in the United States, celebrating the harvest and other blessings of the past year.

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