November 17, 2021

Young shoppers buy sustainably

As the U.S. continues to battle the economic impact of COVID-19, supply-chain issues and the growing threat of climate change, an increasing number of Americans are signing up with social media groups that encourage people to give away or share items for free. 

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November 16, 2021

LA enforces one of the strictest vaccination mandates

Los Angeles has joined U.S. cities like New York and San Francisco, by implementing one of the strictest vaccine mandates in the U.S.  New rules there require people to provide proof of full coronavirus vaccination to enter a range of indoor businesses, including restaurants, gyms, museums, movie theaters and […]

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November 15, 2021

Supply chain crunch hits smaller retailers hard

World leaders are firefighting what were once mostly invisible to many of us: supply chains. But the growing prevalence of online shopping and same-day delivery has put this complex topic center stage in our lives.

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November 14, 2021

Close and personal with Bolivia’s president

From accounting to banking, public service to politics and from academia to Bolivia’s leader. Americas Now anchor, Elaine Reyes, sat down with him to talk about the pandemic, climate change and, of course, Bolivia´s economic situation.

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November 14, 2021

Pirates in the Gulf of Mexico

Pirates and robbing ships at sea may seem like a thing of the past. But in Mexico, a region famous for pirates, the practice continues. Alasdair Baverstick reports.

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November 13, 2021

Mexico’s efforts to attract visitors from China

  It’s been a tough few years for tourism. But, as more countries ease restrictions, the industry is working hard to attract visitors, new and old alike.  For Mexico, hope lies across the Pacific, specifically China. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock has more.

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November 13, 2021

Seaweed could help cut cow farts

  Reducing the world’s methane emissions has become a top priority in the fight against climate change. One of the biggest emitters of methane are cows. A growing body of research indicates that feeding cows seaweed can substantially lower their emissions.

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November 13, 2021

Huawei’s 5G smart warehouse in Brazil

  In a warehouse in San Paulo’s countryside, a scene out of a sci-fi film plays out day in, day out. As Brazil begins to roll out 5G, Chinese firm Huawei is already showcasing the technology’s potential at its state-of-the-art warehouse

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November 13, 2021

The Heat: COP26 closing

The deadline has passed and there is still no global climate agreement at the COP26 summit. We will take a look at significant steps made so far to fight climate change.

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November 12, 2021

This is Latin America’s potential “super app”

Finding an untapped market is the dream of many entrepreneurs and one that often ends in disappointment.  But a group of investors is placing a big bet on what they think might have the potential to become a Latin American “super app.” It is a […]

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November 12, 2021

Impact of U.S. travel ban lifting on Chinese travelers

The United States recently opened its doors to international visitors.  The U.S. has eased COVID-19 restrictions for foreign travelers from more than 30 countries, allowing in those who are fully vaccinated and have tested negative for the virus within 72 hours of flying.  CGTN’s Ediz […]

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November 12, 2021

COVID-19: U.S. West remains a major concern

The roller-coaster of COVID-19 cases seems to have hit a plateau in the U.S.  New infections are holding steady at around 70-75,000 a day after dropping sharply several weeks ago.  Meantime, the national death toll remains elevated at more than 1,200 fatalities per day.  The […]

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November 11, 2021

The Parana River is at its Lowest Level in Living Memory

The Parana River in South America is the second-longest river. It runs almost 5 thousand kilometers through Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. But the Parana is at its lowest levels since the 1940s. Joel Richards reports on the economic and social impacts.   

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November 11, 2021

California Becomes Ground Zero for Wildfires 

Wildfire season in the U.S. normally runs from June to November. But this year began with frightening numbers and some very destructive activity early on. Mike Kirsch deployed to what has become ground zero for wildfires. The state of California.   

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November 10, 2021

Mexico becomes leader of UN Security Council

Mexico has assumed the rotating presidency of the United Nations Security Council. To mark the occasion, Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador addressed the 15-member nations on Tuesday with an anti-poverty plan. CGTN’s Franc Contreras reports.

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NYC climate actions
November 9, 2021

NYC climate actions

Over a billion dollars of flood protection work has begun to protect areas of New York from the impact of climate change. Experts say some global warming changes are now inevitable and New York needs to prepare for rising tides as a sea level city.

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November 9, 2021

The Heat: U.S. Politics

With the U.S. borders open for travel, a growing job market, and a key part of U.S. President Joe Biden’s legislative agenda approved, can the Biden administration keep up this momentum?

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November 8, 2021

Friends and families reunite as U.S. COVID travel ban ends

“Excited, happy, emotional”.  After more than 20 months, fully vaccinated travelers from the UK, Europe, China, India, Brazil and other countries will be allowed to travel to the United States.  CGTN’s Jim Spellman reports from Virginia’s Dulles airport. 

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November 8, 2021

Hike in Brazil’s energy prices


The extended drought in Brazil has been putting pressure on the reservoirs of the country’s hydroelectric plants, leading to a hike in energy prices.  Families and businesses alike are feeling the hit. CGTN’s Paulo Cabral reports. 

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November 8, 2021

U.S. opens Mexico & Canada borders after 20 months of COVID-19 closure

Starting November 8, fully vaccinated COVID-19 visitors can cross the Mexico and Canada borders into the United States for nonessential travel.   Since March last year, travel by visa holders from other nations had been limited to essential travel only.  The lifting of restrictions comes just in time […]

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November 8, 2021

U.S. lawmakers pass major infrastructure bill

However you slice and dice it, this is a major victory for U.S. President Joe Biden.  The House of Representatives passed a $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill to be spent on America’s crumbling roads, bridges, ports of entry, and improving broadband internet coverage nationwide. CGTN’s John […]

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November 7, 2021

Global food prices are at highest level in 45 years

Around the world it’s more expensive than ever to buy basic staples including meat, dairy, cereals, oils, and sugar. When adjusting for inflation, food prices are more expensive now than in the last 45 years, according to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization’s Food Price […]

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