It’s only June but already 2025 is one for the record books for extreme heat in the United States. This week, cities from Boston to New York City and Washington, D.C. experienced sweltering heat and humidity threatening infrastructure and public health. Meanwhile in China, a […]
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The ten largest ports in the United States have experienced a sharp decline in container volume this year, largely due to tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on key trading partners, particularly China. Although the latest round of trade negotiations with Beijing has led to […]
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The whereabouts of Iran’s enriched uranium remains in question days after a ceasefire was declared in the conflict between Israel and Iran. In their first televised messages since the ceasefire, both Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed victory. […]
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Canada and the U.S. have long been close allies with deeply intertwined industries and economies. But after the U.S. President Donald Trump imposed a range of tariffs on Canadian goods, which was then followed by counter tariffs from Canada on U.S goods, the relationship […]
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A so-called Heat Dome has brought extreme temperatures and high humidity to much of the eastern United States. CGTN’s Jim Spellman reports.
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According to NVIDIA’s CEO Jensen Huang, the age of AI is here, and every country will build it, and every company will be built upon it. Huang was speaking at the company’s annual shareholder meeting. Mark Niu has more.
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Many historians and political affairs experts say the 80th anniversary of the United Nations Charter should be celebrated by the international community – despite pessimism over the organization’s inability to solve major crises the world faces today. June 26th marks 80 years since […]
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Podcast (americasnow): Play in new window | Download (Duration: 17:36 — 24.9MB) | EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | RSSOne in four children in Haiti suffers from chronic malnutrition. It’s the leading cause of death for children under 5 years old. In early 2024, CGTN correspondent Jason […]
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The Iranian parliament voted to suspend its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency on Wednesday. There are also reports that Iran might withdraw from the UN’s Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump continues to claim success over the bombing of three Iranian […]
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Podcast (americasnow): Play in new window | Download (Duration: 14:51 — 20.5MB) | EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | RSSHaiti has been gripped by increasing gang violence ever since the 2021 assassination of President Jovenel Moïse. Nearly 1.3 million people have been forced to flee and seek […]
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Podcast (americasnow): Play in new window | Download (Duration: 15:54 — 22.5MB) | EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | RSSFor years, countless migrants have risked everything trying to cross the U.S.-Mexico border. But some never make it and meet a tragic ending. A number of those who […]
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Podcast (americasnow): Play in new window | Download (Duration: 32:32 — 45.4MB) | EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | RSS Hispanic communities in the U.S. are on edge, bracing for raids by federal authorities looking to deport undocumented immigrants. For decades, the flow of migration in the […]
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Podcast (americasnow): Play in new window | Download (Duration: 22:37 — 31.7MB) | EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | RSSHer debut novel “The House of the Spirits” sold over 70 million copies and was translated to more than 20 languages. Chilean best-selling author Isabel Allende has enchanted readers […]
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Florida is bracing for change as thousands of Venezuelan migrants have lost temporary legal status granted on humanitarian grounds under former President Joe Biden. In majority-immigrant communities, where many Venezuelans have built lives and businesses, uncertainty is growing, and so are the economic and emotional […]
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Iran’s Islamic revolution of 1979 strained its relations with the U.S., and since then it has been one crisis after another. But there has been some cooperation. CGTN’s Asieh Namdar took a look back on this bitter relationship.
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Food insecurity is on the rise in the U.S. A report by the Department of Agriculture shows a steady increase in the number of American families struggling to provide enough food because of inflation and a roll-back of COVID-19 pandemic relief efforts. In 2023, nearly […]
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U.S. President Donald Trump didn’t mince words when it came to criticizing Israel and Iran for violating the ceasefire, hours after he announced it. For now, the situation is calmer in the Middle East but concerns remain over new escalations. Joining the discussion: Mirette Mabrouk […]
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The use of artificial intelligence in advancing safe and sustainable smart cities is an important item on this year’s BRICS summit agenda. One standout example from this year’s host-country, Brazil, is Rio de Janeiro’s Operations Center, a high-tech, AI-aided monitoring hub that will be used […]
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The Trump administration is celebrating a victory at the U.S. Supreme Court over its hardline immigration policy.
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Historically a business hub, Hong Kong is now positioning itself to receive much of that international investment, and not only to service the Chinese market, but East Asia as a whole.
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Immigration has always shaped the American identity, and now, it’s at a turning point. In a timely and thought-provoking interview, Georgetown University professor and historian Erick Langer dives into the past, present, and possible future of U.S. immigration policy. From shifting political tides to the […]
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Los Angeles, a city with a rich history of activism and civil unrest, has once again become the epicenter of protests in America. What started as demonstrations against ICE and strict immigration policies has escalated into a major flashpoint. For days, protesters filled the streets, […]
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The crisis in the Middle East took another dramatic turn Monday with Iran firing missiles at a U.S. airbase in Qatar. The action is in response to America’s massive bombing of three Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend. Later on Monday, President Trump announced a […]
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Donald Trump has claimed his bombing of Iran’s nuclear facilities as a victory for the U.S. military as well as for stealth. It was so stealthy, that even some close allies were not informed. But it was especially galling for some American lawmakers, who say […]
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Gun violence claimed the lives of more than 48,000 people in the United States in 2022. Jawanna Hardy is co-founder of Guns Down Friday, an organization that helps survivors and families of shooting victims. “Our mission for Guns Down Friday is to creatively provide resources […]
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Iran has warned the U.S. of “everlasting consequences” after America attacked the country’s nuclear sites. There are fears of a widening conflict in the Middle East after the United States struck three sites in Iran early Sunday. This as Washington inserted itself into what Israel […]
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China’s iconic Terracotta Warriors are on the move, this time in the United States, wowing visitors to the Bowers Museum in Southern California. It’s been 14 years since their last stop there. This year’s exhibit features many new, never-seen-before relics. CGTN’s Grace Sui reports.
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Rio de Janeiro has been named this year’s UNESCO World Book Capital. It is the first Portuguese-speaking city ever to receive the honor. To celebrate, the city is hosting a special edition of its National Book Fair, which takes place every year, alternating between Rio […]
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A recent study in Bogota is showing the effects of chronic exposure to air pollutants. To help with tracking, many citizens are taking part in an effort to monitor the air quality of their city, in order to inform the public. CGTN’s Michelle Begue has […]
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Peru has rolled back plans to cut the protected area around the iconic Nazca Lines after facing backlash from archaeologists and critics. The Culture Ministry of Peru planned to reduce the area around the world- famous archeological site. CGTN’s Dan Collyns reports from Lima.
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This year marks 50 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and the European Union. Since that time, relations have developed and deepened despite global conflicts and economic uncertainties and recently, tariffs imposed by Washington. We begin with a look at the robust […]
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June 19 is the celebration of Juneteenth in the U.S. — the day in 1865 when the last enslaved African Americans learned they were free. This year’s celebrations come amid growing national tensions adding urgency and reflection to what is traditionally a festive occasion. Ediz […]
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The Atlantic hurricane season is now underway, and a heated debate has erupted over whether budget cuts to America’s weather services could leave millions vulnerable to deadly storms. CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez reports from Miami.
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Peru has rolled back plans to cut the protected area around the iconic Nazca Lines after facing backlash from archaeologists and critics. The Culture Ministry of Peru had planned to reduce the area in order to increase agriculture, farming and mining around the famed archeological […]
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Paradise Blue is playing at Washington D.C.’s Studio Theatre through July 6, 2025. CGTN America’s Culture Curmudgeon Ahmad Coo offers his take.
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Israel has vowed to intensify strikes on Tehran after a hospital in the southern part of the country was hit by an Iranian missile. Iran says it was targeting a nearby military complex. On Thursday, Israel struck an Iranian nuclear reactor and a nuclear weapons […]
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Iran’s supreme leader issued a warning to the U.S. amid growing concerns Washington could openly enter the Israel-Iran conflict. U.S. President Trump says he doesn’t want to get involved in a war with Iran but reiterated his position that Iran can’t have a nuclear weapon. […]
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In a quiet studio tucked inside New York’s creative heart, artist Valeria Divinorum is experimenting with perception. Originally trained as an architect, Divinorum now explores the intersection of form, light, and consciousness through intricate stained glass. Her work is not just beautiful—it’s designed to awaken. […]
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The U.S. central bank maintained its key interest rate on Wednesday, June 18. The Federal Reserve is holding the rate amid concerns inflation will return due to Trump’s trade war. Now the Fed also has to factor in the global repercussions of Israel’s conflict with […]
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Mexico’s farmers are on the front lines of a battle they didn’t start but are forced to fight: the struggle against climate change. From punishing droughts to erratic floods and scorching heat waves, extreme weather is wreaking havoc on the country’s food production. Fields that […]
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California’s wildfires leave behind more than smoldering ruins—they trigger a chain reaction of destruction long after the flames are gone. In this special report, correspondent Mike Kirsch investigates a growing environmental threat: catastrophic soil erosion caused by wildfire damage. As intense heat scorches away the […]
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For decades, the flow of migration in the Americas has followed a familiar direction: north. Fueled by dreams of safety, opportunity, and a better life, migrants from across Latin America and the Caribbean have journeyed toward the United States. But now, a striking and largely […]
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The World Games will take place this August in Chengdu, the capital of China’s Sichuan province. The event brings together an eclectic mix of sports, including some that could be included in future Olympics. CGTN’s Dan Williams reports.
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Olympic organizers say athletes will still be allowed in for the 2028 Games, but some argue that the failure to meet these requirements in 60 days potentially leading to a total travel ban would be a harsh punishment, at a time when the U.S. is […]
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Chinese President Xi Jinping is attending the Second China Central-Asia Summit taking place in the Kazakh capital, Astana. President Xi is meeting with leaders of all five central Asian nations; Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Economic development and security are two of the major […]
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At the end of day four, the fighting betweenIsrael and Iran continues with no end in sight. A number of Iran’s missiles have penetrated Israel’s Iron Dome, inflicting casualties and severe damage in a number of cities. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his […]
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Vance Boelter has been charged with the attempted murder of another lawmaker and his wife who lived in the same area. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is treating the murders as yet another politically motivated attack.
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A major breakthrough earlier this year saw the world’s first baby born in Mexico from an embryo fertilized entirely by machines. See how AI is changing fertility treatments.
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