The United Nations Security Council is set to convene Sunday, Aug. 10, to discuss Israel’s latest Gaza offensive. This, as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he will not back down after his security cabinet approved a plan for the country’s military to take control […]
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Wildfires are raging across the Western United States — from California to Colorado. And in Canada, massive blazes are sending smoke drifting thousands of kilometers downwind. We take a closer look and why scientists say this could be the new normal. CGTN’s Roza Kazan reports […]
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The U.S. Trump administration is reportedly eyeing use of military intervention against Latin American criminal groups. First reported by the New York Times, such intervention could push limits set by the U.S. constitution as well as international law. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock has more from Mexico […]
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The Israeli cabinet approved a plan to escalate the conflict in Gaza and militarily occupy Gaza City. It was announced by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on social media. It immediately drew criticism at home and abroad. Mass street protests took place across Israel. China expressed […]
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The United States and Mexico are each other’s top trading partner, and while America’s southern neighbor may have avoided the tariff-hike President Trump imposed on Canada in August, trade along the southern border is struggling. That’s most evident in the state of Texas, as CGTN’s […]
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Peace talks between the Democratic Republic of the Congo government and the M23 rebel group are set for August 8, less than a month after both sides signed a declaration aimed at securing a permanent ceasefire. Eastern Congo, rich in minerals like gold and coltan, […]
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Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing everything; from how we work, to how we search. But behind the scenes, it’s also consuming massive amounts of power, pushing U.S. utilities and tech giants into a race for new energy solutions. CGTN’s Mark Niu reports on the growing tension […]
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The U.S. is already facing $93 billion in weather disaster damage just halfway through 2025, making it one of the most expensive disaster years in history. From record-breaking wildfires in California to devastating tornadoes in Missouri, the impacts are mounting, and peak hurricane season is […]
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The U.S. federal government is pulling the plug on 22 vaccine research projects, cutting nearly $500 million in funding. Health experts warn this could leave the nation more exposed to future pandemics, including COVID-19 variants and seasonal flu outbreaks. CGTN’s Jim Spellman has the […]
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China’s signature project, the Belt and Road Initiative, reached a new milestone. During the first six months of 2025, BRI activity hit a record high with construction contracts and investments totaling $124 billion with some 176 deals. Africa and Central Asia also emerged as top destinations, […]
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New U.S. tariffs on Brazil took effect Wednesday August 6, with duties previously set at 10 percent surging to 50 percent. Many imports, however, are exempt from the tariffs. Brazil’s vice president says the new rates apply to just over a third of its U.S. […]
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Mexico and Canada ended two days of high-level diplomatic and trade talks on Wednesday, August 6, in Mexico City. Both sides say the meetings were an effort to shore-up bilateral relations among the two North American trade partners. The talks follow intense negotiations over trade – especially […]
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Agricultural goods from Canada are largely exempt from tariffs as most produce is covered by the U.S.-Mexico-Canada free trade agreement. But in Canada’s Ontario province, vegetable growers are still battling with tariff-related higher costs and an uncertain future, as CGTN’S Dan Williams reports.
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Wildfires across North America are creating hazardous conditions from the Pacific to the Atlantic. CGTN’s Jim Spellman reports.
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The latest inflation data suggests tariffs are contributing to the cost of living rising again in the U.S., but some lawmakers appear to have profited handsomely from the impact of duties on stocks. And that’s driving a renewed and rare bipartisan push to stop it. […]
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Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro has been placed under house arrest — reigniting the country’s deep political divisions. The move has also drawn international attention, as CGTN correspondent Paulo Cabral reports from São Paulo.
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U.S. President Donald Trump last week signed an executive order that imposed further tariffs on Canadian goods. While talks between the two countries are expected to continue, the tariffs are causing impacts on both sides of the border, as CGTN’s Dan Williams reports.
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On August 6th 1945, the United States dropped the first ever nuclear weapon used in war on the Japanese city, Hiroshima. It caused enormous death and destruction. Three days later, the U.S. would drop another atomic bomb on Nagasaki. Now 80 years on, the historic […]
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U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff regime may have left a lot of losers, from small, poor countries like Laos and Algeria to wealthy U.S. trading partners like Canada and Switzerland. Meanwhile, a new study says tariffs are expected to cost American households an average $2,400 […]
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It comes as other U.S. universities have reached settlements with the government to restore federal funding.
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A legal showdown is underway over a part of U.S. President Donald Trump’s tax and spending law. The legislation blocks abortion clinics that provide services, even if paid for privately, from receiving federal Medicaid funds for a year. But a federal judge has ruled the […]
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Almost four months after U.S. President Donald Trump disrupted global trade around the world, he’s unveiled his latest tariff policy. The new tax plans on countries from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe are leaving nations either relieved, anxious or just plain perplexed. Karina Mitchell navigates us through […]
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On Thursday, the White House announced a flurry of new reciprocal tariffs just hours before its midnight deadline. The new rates go as high as 50% scheduled to take effect August 7th, targeting more than 90 countries and territories. Meanwhile, the August 1st levies, including […]
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As Latin America prepares to launch LatAm-GPT in September, Cuba is stepping into the AI spotlight with two homegrown tools: SocIA, the island’s first artificial intelligence platform now being used by local companies, and CECILIA, a language model built around Cuban culture and values. […]
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Global stock markets fell sharply on Friday as new U.S. tariffs on major trading partners came into force. President Donald Trump has launched a trade war aimed at protecting American manufacturing and fixing trade imbalances he believes hurt the U.S. economy. However, the new […]
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The Trump administration hails the signing of the One Big Beautiful Bill as a reset for the United States. The bill includes sweeping tax breaks and funding for defense and immigration enforcement, but it also brings significant cuts to healthcare and food assistance programs. The […]
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Trade tensions remain high between Canada and the United States. Since U.S. President Donald Trump took office in January, a growing number of Canadians tourists are choosing Mexico over the United States for their vacations. Canadian visitors to popular destinations in Mexico have increased […]
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Sweeping U.S. tariffs, tough talks on immigration and mass deportations, and stricter visa rules are discouraging many foreign visitors from coming to the United States. The U.S. tourism industry is working to shift perceptions and reassure travelers. Learn more.
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The recently signed tax law, dubbed the “Big Beautiful Bill” by U.S. President Donald Trump, is raising alarm over its implications for the education system. The legislation redirects public funding toward private school vouchers and imposes stricter limits on student loan access. Critics argue […]
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Food insecurity is rising across the United States, and experts warn that a new tax cut and spending law signed by President Donald Trump could worsen the situation. Critics say the legislation threatens funding for key programs, potentially reducing benefits for millions of vulnerable […]
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Black Friday in the U.S. is typically a discount sales bonanza after the Thanksgiving holiday. But the term could take on new meaning this Friday, Aug. 1., for some major U.S. trade partners. They’re facing hefty tariffs on the goods they sell the U.S. […]
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Syria continues its recovery after almost 14 years of civil-war that killed hundreds of thousands and displaced millions. But, it is facing serious challenges such as recent violence between Bedouin and Druze fighters in the southern city of Suwayda. Meanwhile, parliamentary elections are promised to […]
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Chinese and U.S. negotiators finished two days of talks on Tuesday aimed at tackling longstanding economic disputes with both sides stepping back from an escalating trade war between the world’s two biggest economies. Joining the discussion: Sourabh Gupta is a Senior Asia-Pacific International Relations Policy […]
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One key sector that has been significantly impacted by the various tariff disputes is the auto industry. And although the Trump administration says the tariffs are focused in large part on bringing manufacturing back to the United States, U.S. automakers are among those being impacted. […]
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Colombia’s former President Alvaro Uribe was found guilty on Monday, July 28, of witness tampering and filing fraudulent charges. The case was historic as it’s the first time Colombia put a former head of state on trial. CGTN’s Michelle Begue has this story.
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A U.S. federal judge blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to deny Medicaid funds to Planned Parenthood, a non-profit organization that provides reproductive healthcare services. The ruling requires the government to continue federal reimbursements, which help low-income Americans access medical care. This comes as President Donald […]
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See what tech companies are thinking in Silicon Valley as they watch the latest in US-China trade talks.
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The Port of Los Angeles, is going through one of its most unpredictable periods in recent memory as tariffs continue to worry many. Ediz Tiyansan has more.
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Artists at San Diego Comic-Con worry about their future as AI continues booming.
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There have been recent improvements in the US-China relationship as trade talks continue in Stockholm. Learn more.
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Food insecurity is on the rise across the United States… and critics warn the recent sweeping tax cut and spending law signed by President Donald Trump could make things worse. Observers say changes in funding threaten benefits for millions of vulnerable Americans. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan […]
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In California, one of the largest pop culture conferences in the world continues in San Diego. It’s filled, with color, costumes and big-time business whether it’s studio productions or local and international artists.
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A dangerous heat dome is roasting the eastern half of the United States, with cities from Washington, DC to Boston facing extreme temperatures well into the weekend. Over 80 million people are under heat advisories, with “feels like” temperatures soaring past 100°F.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping met with European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen this week in Beijing. The leaders discussed a wide range of issues including free and fair trade, climate action and the importance of multilateralism. Joining the […]
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In rural Ubaté, Colombia, students at ICAM are tackling climate change with science. From purifying water to studying solar radiation, these young changemakers are transforming their community through hands-on environmental research.
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America’s toy industry is taking a hit. With nearly 80% of toys sold in the U.S. made in China, new tariffs have driven prices up at a record pace.
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Travelers from around the world are now finding it much easier to visit China. The country has expanded its visa-free entry policies and visitors from many countries can now stay for up to 30 days. That is driving a major increase in tourism. It is […]
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One of the world’s largest events in pop culture, Comic-Con International, has kicked off in San Diego, California. But the comic book convention is facing a number of economic challenges, especially for studios, publishers and small vendors. CGTN’s Mark Niu has details.
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In cities across the world, people are looking for less expensive ways to get around. One option is the electric scooter and motorcycle. A sales boom for these small electric vehicles is taking place in many countries, all thanks to one Chinese brand, Yadea. CGTN’s […]
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