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Toni Waterman
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January 14, 2025
Winds threaten progress made by firefighters in LA
The death toll in the Los Angeles wildfires has risen to 25, with dozens more missing. Firefighters have braced for the return of the high winds that fueled the inferno. Weather forecasters are warning the city to prepare for “explosive fire growth” and residents have […] Read More...
January 13, 2025
LA residents return to Pacific Palisades after fire
The death toll from the Los Angeles fires has now risen to 24. Officials expect that number to rise as specialized teams, including cadaver dogs – search through the rubble. Firefighters on Sunday, Jan. 12, also continued their efforts to contain the inferno encircling downtown […] Read More...
January 11, 2025
Blocks of homes reduced to rubble in Altadena
Firefighters on Friday made some progress in containing the largest blazes ravaging Southern California – as the fierce winds fanning the flames settled. Officials say the death toll from the wildfires now stands at 11; a number that will probably rise. CGTN’S Toni Waterman has […] Read More...
December 29, 2024
Despite decline, gun violence remains major crisis in U.S.
While the numbers have edged lower in recent years - they remain near the record highs seen during the pandemic. Read More...
December 6, 2024
Trump’s tariff threats may spur de-dollarization
Some experts are warning that Donald Trump’s threat to slap 100 percent tariffs on BRICS nations trying to move away from the U.S. dollar in international trade – could backfire. The nine-member alliance, which includes China, Brazil, Russia, and India, has discussed such a move […] Read More...
November 29, 2024
How will Trump’s tariffs impact global trade tensions?
Experts are warning of a global trade war if Donald Trump carries through with threats of hefty tariffs on some of the top trading partners of the United States. CGTN’s Toni Waterman has more Read More...
November 26, 2024
Weather could be concern as millions travel for Thanksgiving holiday
Nearly 80 million people are expected to travel from now through Monday, Dec. 2, by car, train and plane. See how come are doing it. Read More...
November 22, 2024
Ping pong fans around globe closely watch World Table Tennis finals
See how table tennis is gaining popularity around the world. Read More...
November 19, 2024
Trump likely to face legal challenges to his mass deportation plan
After months of vowing to deport millions of undocumented migrants from the U.S., President-elect Donald Trump has now announced plans to do it by declaring a national emergency and mobilizing the U.S. military. Read More...
November 8, 2024
