COVID-19

BIG STORY – Up North

May 5, 2020

Colorado begins reopening

More and more U.S. states are easing pandemic restrictions and allowing businesses to reopen.

May 5, 2020

Amazon eyes Colombia for jobs

E-commerce giant Amazon announced the creation of 1,000 jobs in Colombia.

May 5, 2020

Mexican students develop respirators

During the COVID-19 pandemic, hospital capacities and medical supplies are a concern across the globe. After seeing this problem in Mexico, one team of space travel engineers has joined forces to help fight supply shortages.

May 5, 2020

U.S. millennials feel financial squeeze over college debt in COVID-19

Coronavirus restrictions are hitting the U.S. economy hard. For millennials burdened with college debt, it’s a scary time.

May 5, 2020

Chinese economic expert: Financial recovery will take time

Even with people beginning to spend money and enjoying life again in China, experts say not to expect massive consumption to quickly reverse the economic damage.

May 5, 2020

COVID-19 is far from being the only problem for Brazil’s Amazon

Community health care agents – a job performed mostly by women are on the frontline of the fight against the coronavirus in the Amazon.

May 4, 2020

COVID-19 Threatening indigenous communities in Brazil

Six Brazilian Indians were killed by the coronavirus

May 1, 2020

The Essential People: Fighting COVID-19 on Chicago’s South Side

COVID-19 has placed a huge strain on the resources of the country’s hospitals. That is especially true of Roseland Community Hospital, a small but vital safety-net hospital on Chicago’s South Side. CGTN was allowed exclusive access to the hospital that was already facing a funding […]

May 1, 2020

This is how some U.S. states are reopening amid the COVID-19 outbreak

Multiple U.S. states are either reopening their economy or loosening restrictions and measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Meanwhile, some have yet to end their shelter-in-place mandate. Take a look at the states and businesses that are partially reopening.

May 1, 2020

Nursing homes face unique challenge with COVID-19

See inside a continuing care home to learn how elderly are dealing with COVID-19

May 1, 2020

This is how some U.S. states are reopening amid the COVID-19 outbreak

May 1, 2020

COVID-19: NYC doctor shares emotional toll of battling the virus

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As the coronavirus outbreak continues in New York City, how are front line medical workers handling the emotional toll? And how can they ensure safety – and dignity – for themselves and the patients they serve. We were joined by Dr Qanta Ahmed, a pulmonologist at New York University’s Langone Medical Center.

May 1, 2020

‘W-shaped’ recovery may be too optimistic, Fed’s Powell suggests

Fed Chair Jerome Powell says economic activity will stop and start for months to come, until an effective treatment or vaccine for the novel coronavirus can be found.

May 1, 2020

The Heat: China and Impact of COVID-19 on Native Americans

The Heat takes a look at the latest from China as it emerges from lockdown and in the U.S. How is the coronavirus outbreak impacting Native Americans?

April 30, 2020

Peru food markets are hotspots for COVID-19

Peru’s COVID-19 lockdown is in its seventh week as the country grapples with the pandemic. One hot spot for coronavirus infections is turning out to be food markets especially in the country’s capital Lima.

April 30, 2020

The Essential People: Fighting COVID-19 on Chicago’s South Side

April 30, 2020

Struggling retailers in the U.S. stop paying rent

Retailers have been hit hard by coronavirus related closures in the United States. With most stores closed and unemployment skyrocketing, sales are down sharply and many retailers can’t afford to pay the rent.

April 30, 2020

The Heat: COVID-19 research and medical response

April 30, 2020

U.S. medical students on the frontline

These medical students are stepping up to help hospitals test for COVID-19. The swab tests they’re performing at the Detroit health department are critical to an accurate diagnosis. “One, two, three, on one nostril. One, two, three, in the other,” Michael Moentmann explained before swabbing […]

April 30, 2020

What are New York hospitals really like?

New York City area hospitals have been filling with patients suffering, and many times dying, from COVID-19-related illnesses. A doctor working inside one of these hospitals, tells us what kind of changes have they had to make to not become overwhelmed.

April 30, 2020

Georgia hairdresser shows how her salon reopens, as U.S. COVID-19 cases surpass 1 million

In the U.S. state of Georgia, some businesses were allowed to reopen after the COVID-19 shutdown. We follow owner of Salon EllaPar and Spa, Jill Gay-Riendeau, as she explains how her salon is reopening and what safety precautions are being taken protect clientele.

April 30, 2020

Rights groups condemn El Salvador for treatment of prison inmates during COVID-19 outbreak

Human rights groups are condemning the treatment of gang member inmates in El Salvador – after images and videos emerged of hundreds of prisoners stripped to their underwear and pressed closely together in formation, as a punishment for an outbreak in homicides. The punishment stands […]

April 30, 2020

See the latest tech innovations to fight COVID-19

Stanford’s prestigious startup StartX has developed a task force to find ways to use technology tackle the coronavirus pandemic. Companies such as Kangaroo Health have presented their product that founder Xiaoxu Kang says is like a “personal nurse in your pocket”. The app checks in […]

April 29, 2020

Will there be enough meat?

President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order Tuesday that would force meat processing plants to stay open to prevent a shortage in the food supply. The order uses the Defense Production Act to categorize meat processing as critical infrastructure. More than 20 meatpacking plants have […]

April 29, 2020

COVID-19: Debunking the Wuhan lab conspiracy theory

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Scientists have rejected the theory that the COVID-19 pandemic started in a Wuhan lab. Then why is this conspiracy theory still being spread by right-wing media and politicians? We speak to The Gray Zone founder Max Blumenthal on the motivations – and dangers – of spreading misinformation about coronavirus.

April 29, 2020

The Heat: COVID-19 Pandemic – Global impact

The coronavirus pandemic which has caused over 216 million deaths worldwide is also having a massive economic and geo-political impact.

April 28, 2020

Colombia’s Coffee Harvest at Risk from COVID-19

The pandemic has threatened coffee harvesting season across Latin America. The biggest concern is having enough people to work during harvesting season. What is Colombia doing to comply with health and security measures and still supply the rest of the world with coffee? Our correspondent […]

April 28, 2020

Fearing COVID-19, some Americans avoid hospitals during emergencies

With the spread of COVID-19, admissions of infected patients into the hospitals have been on the rise. Some hospitals are noticing a significant decline in other kinds of emergencies being admitted into their facilities. Physicians are noticing that many people are holding off their hospital […]

April 26, 2020

Seattle: The first US COVID-19 epicenter

It all began at a nursing home in Washington state.Or at least that is what was known at the time. When the first deaths from the coronavirus took place researchers began testing and scientists sounded the alarm. But the invisible enemy was already spreading throughout […]

April 24, 2020

Good Neighbors deliver food to seniors in Venezuela

Venezuela is under a strict quarantine because of the COVID-19 pandemic, so a community of volunteers have joined together with a program called Good Neighbor, to help support the elderly living alone.

April 24, 2020

The Essential People: Keeping the community safe

While some people are able to work from home during the COVID-19 pandemic, essential workers are doing their best to continue their services and keep communities safe and running. Sheriff Leon Lott of Richland County, South Carolina shares what it’s like working during the pandemic […]

April 24, 2020

Mexican company develops product to help EMTs maintain social distance on the job

A Mexican company developed a safety capsule to help EMTs and medical workers who are trying to save lives, while also maintaining social distance and lowering their risk of contracting COVID-19. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock takes a look at the new equipment.

April 24, 2020

Student of 2020 – Job hunting under Trump’s immigration ban

With the COVID-19 crisis in the U.S. bringing unemployment numbers to at least 26 million, international students are finding it hard to make their ends meet. Every year, the United States is home to more than 1 million students international students. But finding a job […]

April 24, 2020

Different Ramadan amid the pandemic

Take a look at how Muslims are celebrating Ramadan differently this year.

April 23, 2020

The Essential People: Risking their lives during coronavirus pandemic

Workers in sectors that governments deem essential are risking their lives during the coronavirus pandemic. Hear their stories in our ongoing series: The Essential People.

April 23, 2020

WHO urges U.S. to reconsider suspending funding

The World Health Organization’s head said he hoped the United States would reconsider suspending U.S. funding to the international organization. The U.S. is the world’s biggest donor country and gave $400 million last year.

April 23, 2020

China to donate additional $30M to WHO

China announced it will donate another $30 million to the World Health Organization, in addition to $20 million it donated in March.

April 23, 2020

‘I never got to see her face’

More than 180,000 people around the world have died of COVID-19. For those that loved them, there’s the additional pain of not being able to say goodbye. Social distancing guidelines are preventing last rites, funerals, even hugs for comfort. Minnoli Aya lost her mother to […]

April 23, 2020

Some Americans are pandemic protesting — in cars

In Richmond, Virginia, demonstrators staged a “rolling rally,” driving their cars around the city center. Gatherings of more than 10 people are currently banned in Virginia, so protestors drove their cars around the state capitol building instead. The organizers called the rally, “Reopen Virginia,” and […]

April 23, 2020

Here’s how U.S. lawmakers are working during the COVID-19 outbreak

The coronavirus pandemic has hit every aspect of life across America, including how the lawmakers in the U.S. Congress conduct business. But the U.S. has been more reluctant to go into remote and video conferencing for lawmakers – but why? CGTN spoke with reporter Michael […]

April 23, 2020

How to receive COVID-19 blood tests in U.S.

CGTN’s Sean Callebs and his cameraman Dan Criswell traveled through nine states over the last couple of weeks to cover the COVID-19 pandemic. This week they visited hospitals in New Orleans, East Jefferson, and Omega. They were in rooms with critically ill patients. And Dan […]

COVID-19: Migrant farmworkers are 'essential' but unprotected in U.S.

April 22, 2020

COVID-19: Migrant farmworkers ‘essential’ but unsafe in U.S.

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Migrant farmworkers are deemed ‘essential’ in the U.S. to keep the economy going – and food on the table. But conditions at farms create great risk for catching and spreading coronavirus. Meanwhile, the Trump administration wants to cut their pay. Leydy Rangel of United Farm Workers Foundation joins us to discuss the lack of safety – and justice – for America’s migrant farmers.

April 21, 2020

Digital divide in U.S. hampers online teaching

Schools in the U.S. are closed to stop the spread of COVID-19. Millions of American kids are learning online instead. But more than 20 million people in the U.S. don’t have any internet access. Only two-thirds of Americans in rural areas have a broadband connection. […]

April 21, 2020

Angolan volunteer in Guangzhou – fighting COVID-19

Fears that the coronavirus could be brought back into China has led to the local government in Guangzhou to implement a number of measures, like surveillance and mandatory testing, along with an additional quarantine for African nationals – even if they had not left China. […]

April 21, 2020

Putting on personal protective gear for COVID-19

Before visiting COVID-19 patients, medical workers have to put on several layers of personal protective equipment (PPE), so they can keep themselves and others safe from the virus. What’s included in the PPE and how do you put it on? Watch a CGTN photographer gear […]

April 21, 2020

The Heat: 20+ potential COVID-19 vaccines in development

Urgent work continues on more than 20 potential coronavirus vaccines. Plus is there enough accurate testing for U.S. states to reopen?

April 20, 2020

The Essential People: U.S. migrant farmers feel expendable in COVID-19

“Before this pandemic, they wanted to deport us. But now that there’s a pandemic, they say they need us.” In the U.S., farm workers are considered “essential” during the COVID-19 pandemic – making sure that food supplies make it from the fields to Americans’ tables […]

April 20, 2020

A DC bar provides free food for hospitality workers

The COVID-19 pandemic has put millions of workers in financial peril and threatened to add to a huge mountain of wasted food. But CGTN’s Owen Fairclough visited one Washington DC bar trying to help solve both these huge problems. At least 17,000 meals had been […]

April 20, 2020

COVID-19 in Peru: thousands of jobless face hunger amid crisis

As Peru’s coronavirus lockdown surpasses a month, thousands working in Peru’s informal economy have been forced to leave their homes in search of food and work. Community kitchens closed when Peru’s government announced a quarantine in mid-March. Now only one charity organization is offering food […]

April 17, 2020

Is the U.S. ready to reopen?

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced his three-phase approach to re-opening the U.S. But many are wondering, is the U.S. actually ready? Whether or not states reopen will depend on individual state governors but before states can ease social distancing requirements, there are certain benchmarks […]

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