June 18, 2025

Awakening the Sensory Mind Through Glass and Geometric Shapes

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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Fed holds interest rate unchanged amid uncertainty
June 18, 2025

Fed holds interest rate unchanged amid uncertainty

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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June 18, 2025

Mexico’s Food Supply at Risk from Extreme Weather

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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June 18, 2025

Beyond Fire: California’s Soil Erosion Crisis

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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June 18, 2025

The Unexpected Journey Home: The Rise of Reverse Migration

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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New U.S. travel ban deadline targets 36 countries
June 18, 2025

New U.S. travel ban deadline targets 36 countries

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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June 17, 2025

The Heat: China-Central Asia Summit

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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June 16, 2025

The Heat: Israel-Iran Conflict

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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June 15, 2025

Miami residents protest Trump admin’s immigration policy

Thousands of protesters took to the streets across the United States on Saturday in what organizers called “No Kings” demonstrations – nationwide rallies where demonstrators say they are fighting to protect their country and democracy. The protests were timed to coincide with President Trump’s 79th […]

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June 14, 2025

Studying Brazil’s genetic diversity

Brazil has long been seen as one of the world’s most racially and ethnically diverse countries. Now, genetic research is offering new scientific evidence to support that idea. CGTN’s Paulo Cabral has the story.

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June 13, 2025

The Heat: Israel-Iran Conflict

Iran is striking back at Israel, unleashing a barrage of missiles in retaliation for the Israeli assault on Tehran and other parts of the country. Israel wants to destroy Iran’s nuclear capability.  With fears growing that the crisis could escalate in the region, the United […]

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Asian American views grow more diverse
June 13, 2025

Asian American views grow more diverse

Asian Americans are the fastest-growing racial group in the United States. And with that comes increasing political power, whether that be holding political office or just by voting. Mark Niu reports.

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Colombian researchers preserve Amazon plant life
June 13, 2025

Colombian researchers preserve Amazon plant life

With more than a third of Colombia’s land mass covered by the Amazon Rainforest, scientists there take a keen interest in protecting its biodiversity. That’s particularly evident at a scientific archive housed in Bogota, home to more than 100,000 samples of plant life. Michelle Begue […]

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Boyle Heights in LA struggles through surge in immigration raids
June 13, 2025

Boyle Heights in LA struggles through surge in immigration raids

Los Angeles continues to make headlines around the world as protests continue against immigration raids by federal agents. While other cities are experiencing similar disruptions, many say Los Angeles is unique as the second largest city in the United States, and with its massive Latino […]

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Protests grow in Los Angeles over immigration raids
June 13, 2025

Protests grow in Los Angeles over immigration raids

For almost a week, people in Los Angeles have been protesting against immigration raids and the use of the National Guard. Many families are hurt and afraid, as loved ones are being taken away. City leaders and religious groups are asking the government to stop, […]

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June 12, 2025

The Heat: India Plane Crash

The Air India plane, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, plowed into a medical college moments after take-off with more than 240 people on board. Only one person survived the tragic crash in Ahmedabad. What went wrong? Joining the discussion:  Amit Singh is an Aviation Safety Analyst. […]

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June 12, 2025

Yellow Fever cases rising in South America

Yellow Fever cases are rising across South America, prompting new concerns for health authorities. The CDC has issued a level 2 travel notice advising travelers to take precautions if visiting affected countries. CGTN’s Michelle Begue has this story.

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June 12, 2025

Undocumented migrants in hiding in Los Angeles

In Los Angeles and around the United States, millions of people are living in fear. President Donald Trump’s decision to further militarize his crackdown on suspected undocumented migrants has driven many into hiding. As CGTN’s Franc Contreras reports, they’re seeking safe houses with support from […]

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June 12, 2025

Washington, D.C. prepares for military parade

Washington D.C. authorities are now throwing a ring of steel around the U.S. capital’s downtown to prepare for a huge military parade. The event on Saturday, June 14, marks the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary. The day also happens to be U.S. President Donald Trump’s 79th […]

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June 11, 2025

The Heat: U.S. Protests

As immigration raids continued across the United States, a curfew went into effect Tuesday night in Los Angeles. The protests have now spread coast to coast against the detention and removal of suspected undocumented migrants.  Meanwhile, California has gone to court pushing back against what […]

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June 11, 2025

Anti-ICE protests spread to more U.S. cities

  The protests against the raids by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement are not limited to Los Angeles. It’s become a national movement. Thousands of protesters from coast to coast are making sure their voices are heard. Mark Niu reports.

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June 11, 2025

Sinking land puts infrastructure at risk

  You may have heard that many cities around the world from Jakarta to Beijing to Venice, are all sinking at various rates. Researchers point to a rise in sea-levels, groundwater depletion and urban infrastructure as some of the reasons. Sinking land is also affecting […]

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June 11, 2025

ICE raids affect Los Angeles local schools

  The city of Los Angeles is feeling the Trump administration’s crackdown on undocumented immigrants perhaps more intensely than any other community. Raids by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement are taking place in many locations, including local schools. CGTN’s Franc Contreras reports.

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June 10, 2025

The Heat: West Bank Settlements

At a time when international media attention has focused on Israel’s military assault on Gaza, and the humanitarian crisis unfolding there, a major new development that will impact millions of Palestinians has been announced for the West Bank.  The Israeli government has approved 22 new […]

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UN marks first International Day for Dialogue
June 10, 2025

UN marks first International Day for Dialogue

In a major step toward promoting global cooperation, the first-ever “International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations” is being observed by the United Nations. The designation comes after the organization, last year, adopted a China-sponsored resolution calling for every June 10th to be recognized as a […]

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Tariffs put independent brewery at risk
June 10, 2025

Tariffs put independent brewery at risk

Many U.S. companies have been left scrambling following President Donald Trump’s move to double tariffs on foreign aluminum and steel imports to 50%. Among those businesses impacted are the nearly 10,000 craft breweries in the U.S., which are small and independently owned. Many rely on […]

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June 9, 2025

The Heat: U.S. Tariffs

U.S. President Trump announced hefty tariffs on dozens of countries and territories on April second and, almost immediately, paused them for 90 days to give them time to negotiate. A promise of 90 deals in 90 days has been hard to achieve. A month from […]

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June 7, 2025

Full Frame: Fall of Saigon: 50 years Later

Fifty years ago, the capture of Saigon by north Vietnamese forces marked the official end of the Vietnam war, leading to the reunification of Vietnam under a single government. The fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975, marked one of the most significant defeats for […]

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June 7, 2025

Kilmar Abrego Garcia returned to U.S., now facing federal charges

A Salvadoran man who became a lightning rod for the Trump administration’s deportation policies is expected back in court next week after he was returned to the U.S. on Friday. Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s deportation to El Salvador put immigrant constitutional rights on the global agenda. […]

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