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Disney modifies films over racism and sexism criticism

Disney modifies films over racism and sexism criticism

Trump tariffs hit small business in the United States

While U.S. businesses come to terms with the now 25 percent tariffs on $200 billion worth of Chinese imports, many companies are concerned about yet another round of possible tariffs. CGTN’s Hendrik Sybrandy reports on one business in the state of Colorado very worried about that.

US-China Governors Collaboration Summit fosters trade ties

The fifth U.S.-China Governors Collaboration Summit is taking place in Lexington, Kentucky. Local leaders from both sides from both sides are meeting amidst global trade tensions. Mike Walter reports.

US businesses demand carbon tax

US businesses demand carbon tax

Seventy-five businesses with a combined market cap of $2.5 trillion are calling on the U.S. Congress to pass a carbon tax – to combat climate change.

Trump announces $16B bailout for US farmers hit by trade war with China

Trump announces $16B bailout for US farmers hit by trade war with China

For the second time in a year, the U.S. government is giving bailout money to farmers. U.S. President Donald Trump announced 16 billion dollars. The money is to help the rural U.S. cope with the U.S.-China trade war.

US-China tariffs hit furniture industry

US-China tariffs hit furniture industry

Although furniture manufacturing has spread to many countries besides China, one retailer in the state of Colorado predicts the new tariff increase will hit it and consumers.

Huawei says it will succeed despite US government restrictions

Huawei’s founder and president Ren Zhengfei says the company will succeed despite U.S. government efforts to block access to U.S. technology.

Game of Thrones finale marks end of an era in TV

After eight seasons, the last episode of the record-breaking series has aired.

Bruce Lee’s final project, ‘Warrior,’ makes it to air

He’s one of the world’s most iconic movie stars – but even Bruce Lee struggled against racism in Hollywood. Back in the 1970s, a TV show he pitched starring himself as the martial arts lead was rejected… with great suspicion that studios wouldn’t cast an Asian man in a leading role.

Uber slump after IPO points to concern about business model, profitability

It was all smiles as Uber executives rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange on the day of the company’s initial public offering. But out on the trading floor, there were whispers about its finances and business model.

Immigrants fill truck driver shortage gap in Colorado

A current truck driver shortage in the U.S. is projected to become only more acute in the years ahead. But now, immigrants from among other places, including Africa, are helping fill the need. CGTN’s Hendrik Sybrandy reports from the state of Colorado.

Ushering in the new generation of environmental leaders

Ushering in the new generation of environmental leaders

he number of women entering science, technology, engineering and mathematics is on the rise. And they are paving the way for the next generation of girls and women.

Students and teachers lead national strike against education cuts

Students and teachers lead national strike against education cuts in Brazil

Teachers and students are leading a national strike across Brazil on Wednesday. They’re protesting Brasilia’s move to slash funding for education.

Fight for Amazon domain pits South American countries against tech giant

at happens when the two parties fight over an internet address using the word ‘Amazon?’

US air safety watchdog defends record after double Boeing tragedies

U.S. air safety officials have been defending their record over two deadly Boeing crashes.

Helping investors put their money where their passion is

When you invest in a fund, do you actually know what companies you’re investing in? For a lot of people, the answer is no, and they might not know much about the ethical practices of the companies either. A San Francisco company is looking to change that by making an impact.

Cuba bets on tourism amidst struggling economy and US sanctions

Cuba bets on tourism amidst struggling economy and US sanctions

Cuba announced new investment and business opportunities in its tourist sector during an international tourism fair held in Havana last week. It’s an attempt to make up for lost dollars from U.S. sanctions.

US and China negotiators fail to reach agreement on trade deal

The US and China held abbreviated trade talks in Washington that failed to result in an anticipated agreement to end the trade war. Instead, Chinese negotiators take back a hardened stance from President Trump, who has ordered additional tariffs on all Chinese imports.

WNBA’s first Chinese player since 1997 scores winning debut

Nineteen-year-old Han Xu is the first Chinese national to draft into the WNBA since 1997. She’s a new New Yorker playing for The New York Liberty. So, how did she do in her first pre-season game against her former teammates.

Rise of underground ride-sharing apps in Vancouver

It’s the only major Canadian city where ride-hailing has long been illegal. Cabs are the standard here.

Inside & Out: Changing food practices for a more circular economy

Food is by and large one of the world’s largest industries, and over the past decade, the resources, land and energy needed to get food on our plates have become vast, and become a burden on the planet.

Drivers protest around the world as Uber plans to raise $8B in US listing

Drivers protest around the world as Uber plans to raise $8B in US listing

The protests highlighted just a few of the numerous complaints leveled at the company since it was founded ten years ago by Travis Kalanick in San Francisco.

Brazil's eucalyptus log exports soar

Brazil’s eucalyptus log exports soar

Brazil is Latin America’s biggest economy, and one of its top exports is wood.

Mexico’s loneliest crop: Gardener profits from plant no one wants

One farmer in Mexico is tapping into demand for a crop no one in his country really wants, and it is proving to be a real money maker.

Tech-enabled apartments a selling point for millennial renters

Tech-enabled apartments a selling point for millennial renters

A startup in the city of Portland, Oregon is using technology to make homes smarter. Mark Niu has more.

Istanbul braces for re-run of cancelled municipal elections

Istanbul braces for re-run of cancelled municipal elections

Turkey is now bracing itself for a potentially historic election; a re-run of the Istanbul mayoral race, which is now set for June 23.

Colombia’s coffee farmers face crisis, place some blame on Wall Street

Colombian coffee farmers are struggling to make ends meet- and they’re blaming Wall Street for their financial woes.

Higher gasoline prices boosts ethanol industry in Brazil

Brazil’s sugar cane farmers may soon reap a financial windfall- thanks to rising gasoline prices.

Focus on cloud-services at this year’s Microsoft annual developer conference

Tech giant Microsoft is holding its annual developer conference, where it’s showing off its latest technologies. This year, Microsoft’s big focus is cloud services-aiming to make it easier for companies and employees to get work done in innovative ways.

Brazilian pensioners return to work to make ends meet

Brazilian pensioners return to work to make ends meet

Brazil’s pension system is considered among the most generous in the world. But it offers very limited benefits for lower-income employees, forcing many to keep working, just to make ends meet.

Brazilian labor unions protest government policies on May Day

Brazilian labor unions protest government policies on May Day

Workers’ Day celebrations are taking place around the world today including in Brazil where different Brazilian trade unions gathered to protest the economic plans of the government of President Bolsonaro.

More miniature satellites being sent up into space

More satellites are being sent up into space but rather than large ones, these days the satellite industry is all about miniaturization with so-called CubeSats.

Space tourism is in its infancy – but ready to take off

It’s as far away from home as you can go, but you don’t need a passport to get there.

Trump takes credit for U.S. economic growth beating forecasts

The U.S. economy grew at 3.2 per cent in the first three months of the year, according to new government figures. The expansion beat expectations that were conservative partly due to the financial impact of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Owen Fairclough has […]

US cities push back against businesses planning to go cashless

US cities push back against businesses planning to go cashless

Much of the world is going cashless. A growing number of businesses say they prefer the efficiency and safety of cashless transactions. But in the United States, some cities are pushing back saying cashless stores unintentionally discriminate. Philadelphia has taken the lead in this backlash. […]

'Avengers: Endgame' expected to break global box office records

‘Avengers: Endgame’ expected to break global box office records

They lined up for hours. But some have been waiting for years.

Key West bans types of sunscreen to protect coral reefs

Key West bans types of sunscreen to protect coral reefs

Key West has joined the growing number of vacation destinations to ban sunscreens that can be toxic for the environment.

Podcasts see massive boom in listeners and investment

More and more listeners are swapping music for audio series with the industry seeing a massive increase in listeners. CGTN’s Phil Lavelle reports from Los Angeles on why they’re becoming so popular and how they’re making their money.

US pharmacies start selling CBD-infused products

US pharmacies start selling CBD-infused products

The decision by drug-chains CVS and Walgreens to sell CBD-infused products in some of their shops is perhaps another indicator as to the growing acceptance of cannabis in the U.S. mainstream.

Look back at the first wireless phone

Look back at the first wireless phone

Some big things have come out of Seattle. Amazon, Starbucks. And the cellphone (indirectly.)

Ban the Butt campaign fights waste from cigarettes

Ban the Butt campaign fights waste from cigarettes

More than five trillion cigarettes are made every year and the butts are the most littered item in the world. Scientists are examining what all those chemicals are doing to sea life.

Assistive robots in the spotlight of TechCrunch robotics event

The robots are coming – that line strikes fear in many, who worry about superior intelligence and job losses.

The winner of the 2019 New York International Auto Show is...

The winner of the 2019 New York International Auto Show is…

The winner of the 2019 New York International Auto Show is the Jaguar I-Pace, an electric vehicle or EV – one of 40 on display this year.

Last Blockbuster video store in Oregon state

Last Blockbuster video store in Oregon state

Blockbuster once dominated the home video scene but there is only one store in the world left. CGTN’s Mark Niu visits it in Bend, Oregon.

Argentina inflation rate heats up, putting pressure on business owners

Inflation is just one of the problems facing thousands of small and medium-sized companies in the country.

Brazilians working odd jobs to survive amid record unemployment

Brazil’s employment rate is refusing to go down. And the consequence is a record of unemployed people, according to a recent government survey. More and more citizens are taking on odd jobs to survive.

DC Divas hope to tackle gender inequality in American football

There’s no place to hide when the D.C. Divas are training. They practice their offense and defense drills, again and again, to get ready for game day. But these women aren’t professional athletes.

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