The world is facing an unprecedented hunger crisis. Climate, conflict and the pandemic have worsened the problem. How can policies and new innovations meet people’s food needs? Lorin Fries is the Founder of FutureTable, advising leaders on the use of technology and other solutions toward a […]
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Health officials in the U.S. are urging Americans to roll up their sleeves and get the latest vaccinations against COVID-19, along with jabs to protect against common flu and RSV. CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez reports, the guidance comes with the approach of fall and […]
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Video games have grown increasingly sophisticated in gameplay, visual effects, and story. And now there’s a new Chinese-produced game that’s taking the Western market by storm thanks to in large part its storytelling of ancient Chinese mythology. Mark Niu has more.
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More than 500 people have reportedly died in the Democratic Republic of Congo this year as a result of the mpox outbreak. The World Health Organization has declared it a global public health emergency. Officials say the risk to the United States appears to […]
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U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris officially accepted her party’s nomination Thursday at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Harris delivered what may be one of the most important speeches of her political career. What are the policies she laid out and how is her rival, […]
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See how Brazil’s biofuel industry is making great strides.
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A recent United Nations report says the fight against global hunger has been set back 15 years, posing a real threat to the UN Sustainable Development Goal of Zero Hunger by 2030. The findings show that around 733 million people went hungry in 2023. What must countries […]
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Argentina’s president is ready to make big investments to help the economy
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Efforts to reach a ceasefire and hostage deal in the Israel-Hamas conflict is still facing serious challenges. Talks aimed at bringing about a ceasefire in Gaza have so far failed to deliver. Egypt, Qatar and the U.S. are working with Israel and Hamas on a […]
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CGTN got an exclusive interview with Brazil’s Minister of Tourism
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influencers are adding on to the coverage of the DNC
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U.S. President Biden passed the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris at the Democratic Party National Convention. A list of speakers made the case for Kamala Harris to win the upcoming election. Issues like reproductive rights and defense of democracy were brought up in a […]
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See Rio de Janeiro’s celebration to mark relations with China.
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States are considering whether to ban cell phone use in schools. Take a look.
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Colombia is celebrating its annual Wind and Kite Festival in the historic town of Villa De Leyva this weekend. This year’s special guest is China, the country that gave rise to the ancient art of kite-making that is still enjoyed today.
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The WHO has declared mpox a Global Health Emergency. Already this year, there have been more than 17,000 confirmed and suspected cases in Africa, and more than 500 deaths, centered in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Will mpox spread globally? And how dangerous is […]
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A somewhat unexpected venue in Brazil is alive these days with Chinese culture. A festival staged along an artificial beach in the country’s capital is drawing its inspiration this year, from the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Brazil. Our correspondent Paulo […]
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Access to nutritious food is tied to larger fights for racial and environmental justice. For advocates working on eliminating hunger, the fight for food security is a fight for social justice. McDonald’s and Black America Fast food is often blamed for the high rates of […]
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China and Brazil are celebrating 50 years of diplomatic relations this year. Events, both cultural and political, were held this week in Brazil’s capital, Brasilia, to mark the anniversary. Our correspondent in Brazil, Paulo Cabral, was there.
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Over the past few years, AI has gone from fact provider, to question answerer to personal assistant. Now, it’s taking another leap forward by attempting to become your friend, no matter what age you are. Mark Niu takes a look at companies like Heeyo that […]
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Immigration is a hot-button issue in this year’s U.S. presidential election. Republican Party candidate Donald Trump blames his rival Kamala Harris, for presiding over an influx of millions of undocumented migrants into the United States. But the vice president’s campaign insists she can fix what […]
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Hurricane Ernesto is advancing northward toward the North Atlantic island of Bermuda after battering Puerto Rico with torrential rain and strong winds. The storm intensified into a Category 2 Hurricane on Thursday night, prompting a hurricane warning for Bermuda as the island braces for […]
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One of the world’s largest tech and innovation exhibitions concluded on Friday in Rio de Janeiro, setting new attendance records. The fourth edition of the event, themed “Humanization in Times of Artificial Intelligence,” focused on how emerging technologies are reshaping how Brazilians live, work, […]
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Argentina is undergoing major economic changes under President Javier Milei, who came into office eight months ago promising radical reforms. Some provinces are now increasingly talking directly with China to explore opportunities in trade and investment. Joel Richards reports from La Rioja.
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As Brazil and China celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations, these two nations are seeing a growing interest in cultural exchange. Our correspondent Paulo Cabral has more on how relations are impacting the study of language, and even music in Brazil.
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The Democratic Party’s national convention is now just a few days away. Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to formally accept her party’s nomination for president during the four-day gathering in Chicago. The presidential campaign has changed dramatically in the one month since incumbent […]
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Immigration is a hot-button issue in this year’s U.S. presidential election. Republican Party candidate Donald Trump blames his rival for the Oval Office, Kamala Harris, for presiding over an influx of millions of undocumented migrants into the United States. But the Vice-President’s campaign insists […]
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After Argentina’s economic crash in 2001, many provinces issued their own currencies as an alternative to the peso. It’s seen as a way to help Argentinians who are struggling to get by. This month, a new so-called quasi-currency has emerged in La Rioja. Joel Richards […]
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A new round of Gaza ceasefire talks is underway in Qatar. The death toll of Palestinians killed in Gaza since Israel’s retaliatory attack last October has now surpassed 40,000, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. Meanwhile, there are growing fears that violence in the Middle […]
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Fifty years after establishing diplomatic relations, China is now Brazil’s top trading partner. In 2023, bilateral trade between the two countries exceeded $157 billion U.S. dollars. There are currently more than 300 Chinese companies operating in Brazil spanning electricity, infrastructure and electric vehicles. Joining the […]
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The U.S. island territory of Puerto Rico is facing widespread power outages, flooding, and infrastructure damage following the impact of now-Hurricane Ernesto, the fifth named storm of this year’s Atlantic hurricane season. CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez spoke with locals for the latest.
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Considered one of the world’s largest and most comprehensive technology and innovation events, Rio Innovation Week is currently underway in Rio de Janeiro. This marks the fourth time the city has hosted the event, which brings together leading companies, startups, and investors, from around the […]
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Climate scientists say extreme weather conditions fueled the deadly and destructive fire last year in Lahaina on the Hawaiian island of Maui. There is concern the impact of climate change could have long-term implications on the island’s natural resources. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan is in Maui […]
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Chinese businesses are focusing heavily on Mexico, as the country of 120 million people represent an important market for cross-Pacific trade. But they are also playing an important social role, especially when it comes to helping organizations aiding the poor. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports.
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Brazil and China established diplomatic relations 50 years ago this year. Since then, the two nations have significantly developed business and political contacts, with prospects for even more growth in the coming years. CGTN’s Paulo Cabral shares more here.
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Google has just launched several new smartphones. It’s aiming to incorporate its expertise in artificial intelligence to appeal to customers looking for a personalized experience. CGTN’s Mark Niu shares the latest.
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Riots erupted in England and Belfast, Northern Ireland in the wake of the July 29th murder of three young girls in the British town of Southport. Seizing on false information posted on social media about the attacker’s name, religion, and migration status, far-right rioters set […]
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It’s been a year since the devastating fire that reduced the historic town of Lahaina on Maui to ashes, claiming over a hundred lives. Thousands of survivors not only lost their homes but also their means of livelihood. For many locals, already grappling with financial […]
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It’s been one year since the devastating Maui fire burned down the historic town of Lahaina. Thousands of locals remain displaced amid a severe housing crisis. Meanwhile, a new reforestation effort by local volunteers seeks to reclaim arid lands once used for plantations.CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan […]
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Experts warn that climate change is fueling the spread of diseases like dengue to new regions. The World Health Organization reports a 232% increase in suspected dengue cases across the Americas this year compared to the same period last year, including in the United States. […]
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The Paris Olympics Games ended with a spectacular finale. Over the past two weeks athletes from around the world came together in a celebration of the human spirit. Records were set and broken; China had its best Olympic games since 2008 winning a whopping 40 […]
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The U.S. presidential campaign is ramping up as the election approaches. Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump will hold a rally in North Carolina on August 14 and Vice President Kamala Harris will hold her first joint campaign event with President Joe Biden in Maryland on […]
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As the 2024 Paris Olympics come to an end, it is time to reflect on the moments of glory and inspiration that captured the hearts of millions of people across the globe. Many of those moments came from Latin American athletes. Lucrecia Franco reports […]
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The Los Angeles Coliseum has already hosted two Summer Olympic Games in 1932 and 1984. Now preparations are underway to host again in 2028. Our correspondent Ediz Tiyansan has spoken to officials at the Los Angeles Coliseum and logistical experts about the preparations and […]
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Estimates are that about 300,000 Chinese immigrants live in Brazil today. Theirs is a story that began more than 200 years ago when a first group of Chinese was brought to Rio de Janeiro to begin an experimental tea plantation. Our correspondent Paulo Cabral […]
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Over the course of the last few weeks, our team of reporters has managed to conduct a number of interviews with key Olympians at the Paris 2024 Games. CGTN’s Dan Williams looks back at some of the people he caught up with in French […]
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Breaking or break dancing made its Olympic debut in Paris. China was among the medals with Liu Qingyi. CGTN’s Dan Williams has more.
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