Puerto Rico is facing yet another power crisis. Crews have restored electricity to nearly all of the island’s residents so far, following a massive outage that plunged the entire island into darkness. CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez has more.
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On a three-nation swing through Southeast Asia, Chinese President Xi Jinping’s message was clear: in a world grappling with growing uncertainty and instability fueled by rising protectionism and unilateralism, China reaffirms the continuity and stability of its neighborhood diplomacy and its vision for lasting peace […]
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Cuba is coping with a severe energy crisis, with residents often experiencing power outages and fuel shortages. But that could change with the help of solar energy from China. CGTN’s Luis Chirino reports.
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It’s been about a hundred days since the city of Los Angeles endured the most destructive wildfires in its history. CGTN correspondent Ediz Tiyanşan reports from Los Angeles on the financial impact of the disaster.
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The largest consumer products expo in the Asia-Pacific region is well underway in China’s Hainan Province. The fifth China International Consumer Products Expo kicked off on Sunday. This year’s theme is “Share Open Opportunities, Co-create a Better Life,” with participants from over 70 nations gathered in […]
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Cuba is coping with a severe energy crisis with residents often experiencing power outages and fuel shortages. But that could change with the help of China. The island expects to increase its power generation by 1000 megawatts this year thanks to 50 planned solar parks […]
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A U.S. federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from deporting over half a million Caribbean and Latin American migrants previously shielded from removal. These migrants arrived legally under a Biden program that offered temporary reprieve for those fleeing certain countries. CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez […]
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Argentina received the first chunk of a $20-billion IMF loan this week to help stabilize the country’s economy. The government says it’s already controlling rampant inflation, but many people and businesses say prices are still rising. Joel Richards reports.
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In Brazil, a groundbreaking foundation uses ballet to challenge perceptions and transform lives. Designed for young dancers with physical limitations, this program is about more than just movement—it’s about expression, resilience, and redefining what’s possible. These dancers aren’t simply overcoming obstacles but commanding the stage […]
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While HIV prevalence remains relatively low across much of Latin America and the Caribbean, pockets of the region are facing disproportionately high rates—revealing deep-rooted disparities in access to healthcare, education, and prevention. Stigma, discrimination, and structural inequality continue to fuel the crisis, particularly among vulnerable […]
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Bumpy flights are making headlines—and racking up millions of views on social media. From spilled drinks to sudden drops, viral videos of in-flight chaos have sparked growing fears among travelers. But is turbulence actually getting worse? Veteran journalist John Zarrella takes a closer look at […]
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In Haiti, a silent emergency is unfolding. One in four children suffers from chronic malnutrition—a condition that stunts growth, weakens immunity, and often leads to death. For children under the age of five, it is the leading cause of mortality. Food insecurity, economic collapse, and […]
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Hollywood is facing a crisis. Industry economists are sounding the alarm: as production costs soar and artificial intelligence reshapes the creative landscape, the world’s entertainment capital could lose up to 200,000 jobs in the next three years. From writers and actors to editors and crew […]
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In Colombia, bariatric surgery is on the rise—more than 20,000 procedures are performed each year, making the country one of Latin America’s top destinations for this type of weight-loss intervention. But as demand soars, so does the debate. Is bariatric surgery a vital tool in […]
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The 2017 earthquake shook Mexico City to its core—killing hundreds, injuring thousands, and leaving widespread destruction in its wake. But nearly eight years later, the aftershocks are still being felt. The earthquake affected residential neighborhoods near the city center. Several apartment buildings were damaged, affecting […]
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China’s President Xi Jinping is highlighting the importance of Southeast Asia with a three-nation tour. After a state visit to Vietnam, President Xi Jinping arrived in Malaysia on Tuesday, the second stop of a trip that will head next to Cambodia. During a time of […]
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Scores of U.S. universities are being threatened with huge federal funding cuts unless they meet what they consider ideological demands from the Trump administration. But where some have agreed, Harvard is refusing. CGTN’s Owen Fairclough has the latest.
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Mexico received some $68 billion dollars last year from Mexicans living abroad, most in the United States. That makes Mexico the world’s second largest recipient of migrants’ remittances, behind India, which receives $129 billion. New studies indicate the flow of funds to Mexican households is […]
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Peruvian author Mario Vargas Llosa, a giant of Latin American literature, died Sunday, April 13, at 89 years old. Llosa was awarded the Nobel prize for literature in 2010 “for his cartography of structures of power and his trenchant images of the individual’s resistance, revolt, […]
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The International Monetary Fund on Monday warned that trade wars threaten to destabilize the global economy while depressing stock prices. The IMF did not name the U.S. but released part of a new report after global markets crashed in the wake of President Donald Trump’s […]
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Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa won re-election on Sunday, April 13, securing a full four-year term as his leftist rival Luisa Gonzalez said she would not recognize the results. Dan Collyns reports from Quito.
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Iran and the United States have scheduled a second round of negotiations for this weekend in Rome over Tehran’s nuclear program. Both countries described Saturday’s indirect talks in Oman’s capital of Muscat as positive and constructive. The talks are considered an important first step in […]
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The Trump administration is re-imposing sanctions and imposing new tariffs on Venezuela’s oil and gas industries, deepening the country’s economic isolation.
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Amid surging violence and a stagnant economy, Ecuadoreans head to the polls to choose between presidential candidates incumbent President Daniel Noboa and leftist Luisa Gonzalez in the runoff vote today. Voters are tightly split between the two options.
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While the tragedy has shaken the entire country, the town of Haina has suffered the most losses—its community forever changed.
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In ancient China, bronze vessels symbolized ritual significance and political power. Centuries later, these artifacts are being rediscovered and revered as embodiments of a golden age. Originally used as containers for food and wine, archaic bronzes later inspired new creations – adapting antique shapes and […]
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Amid renewed turmoil surrounding the deportation of undocumented immigrants in the United States, one Venezuelan artist is choosing to shine a light on the individual stories behind migrants coming to the U.S. Her new exhibit gives voice to their individual journeys and how they’ve navigated […]
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It’s been nearly ten years since Iran signed an agreement to limit its nuclear program in return for sanctions relief and other provisions. The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action took effect in January 2016. Two and a half years later, then-President Donald Trump withdrew the […]
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A major shift is taking place in Mexico when it comes to the energy sector. The country has recently passed sweeping new reforms designed to keep the state-run oil and electric companies public, and power Mexico’s economy toward cleaner energy. CGTN’s Franc Contreras reports from […]
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The U.S. may be reconsidering a plan to impose additional fees on Chinese shipping vessels docking at U.S. seaports. Following a backlash from five unions representing dozens of U.S. trade groups across multiple sectors, officials are reportedly softening their proposed measures to mitigate what could […]
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Colombia’s president has promised to battle economic segregation, a geographical separation where wealth is concentrated in certain areas. The South American country has had a system of subsidizing certain neighborhoods for decades. But did the remedy become part of a greater problem? Michelle Begue reports.
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The Supreme Court, with its conservative majority, has ruled that the government must begin the process of returning Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man deported to El Salavdor by mistake. The Trump claims he is a member of the violent MS-13 gang, something his lawyers […]
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More than two million Palestinians living in Gaza face a dire situation as food, fuel, medicine and other necessities are running out. The worsening conditions follow the Israeli government’s blockade of humanitarian assistance into the enclave over a month ago. Joining the discussion: Khalil Jahshan […]
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Trade unions in Argentina staged a 24-hour nationwide general strike on Thursday, Apr. 10. It is the third strike President Javier Milei has faced since taking office in December 2023, just as the country is finalizing a new $20 billion loan from the International […]
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Chinese food has become a popular cuisine in Colombia, where there are some 1,500 Chinese restaurants. Some Colombians have even adapted the flavors and techniques of authentic Chinese cooking. Our Correspondent Michelle Begue reports on a growing Asian supermarket chain in Bogota.
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In a first since colonial times, United States tariffs are set to impact the coffee market, potentially weakening demand as prices increase for U.S. consumers. Brazil, the largest coffee supplier to the U.S., will be hit with a 10% tariff at a time that […]
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As the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump continues its crackdown on undocumented immigration, Mexico is also ramping up its efforts to remove undocumented migrants trying to reach the two countries’ shared border. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock has more from Mexico City.
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A Caribbean nation is in mourning as the death toll climbs to 221 after the roof of a nightclub collapsed early Tuesday, April 8, in the Dominican Republic. With at least 155 others injured and rescuers racing against time, the country faces one of […]
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China has increased tariffs on U.S. imports to 84% in retaliation for U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods. On Wednesday, Washington added even further tariffs on Beijing which now stand at 125%. Meanwhile, President Trump announced a 90-day suspension of reciprocal tariffs for all trading partners, […]
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U.S. Senators criticized the Trump administration’s migrant mission at the U.S. Naval Base in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba after a recent trip to the military base last month. The delegation called it a waste of taxpayers’ dollars, a misuse of military resources and said it was […]
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A Columbia University student who was detained by immigration officials last month, could learn his fate this week. A judge has given the Trump administration until Wednesday night, April 9, to provide evidence as to why Mahmoud Khalil should be deported. He has not been […]
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Two U.S. universities have become the latest to have research funding frozen by the Trump administration. Cornell and Northwestern have both confirmed a pause in federal funding, similar to actions implemented or threatened at other universities following student protests against Israel’s treatment of Palestinians in […]
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Birth rates around the world are declining with some observers even calling it apocalyptic. Colombia is one of the countries seeing a steep downward trend. According to official data, in 2024, the number of births went down nearly 14% compared to a year earlier. Why […]
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U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to move forward with more sweeping tariffs, including a 50% duty on Chinese imports. In response, Beijing stated it is ready to fight until the end if the U.S. persists in waging a trade war. As many as 70 […]
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Scores dead, hundreds rescued in Dominican Republic nightclub roof collapse
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Colombia has for centuries been a strong political and economic ally of the United States in Latin America.
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China voiced its commitment to United Nations Peacekeeping operations during an annual UN Security Council briefing held Monday, April 7. The meeting highlighted ongoing challenges faced by peacekeepers around the world. CGTN’s Jody Jacobs reports.
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Thousands of Americans rallied across the U.S. this past weekend, as they protested President Donald Trump’s economic policies, including federal job cuts and growing financial instability. Demonstrators gathered in major cities, with a large crowd assembling at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. CGTN’s Poppie […]
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Global supply chain disruptions during the Covid-19 pandemic pushed major logistics companies to embrace AI. At the Logistics World Summit and Expo in Mexico City, industry leaders showcased how AI is transforming operations. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports.
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A new report from United Nations agencies shows that women today are more likely than ever to survive childbirth, but they warn progress could be undone due to widespread cuts to aid. The UN released its material mortality report on Monday, World Health Day, kicking […]
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