When Mauricio Macri won Argentina’s presidency in 2015, he was hailed as a pragmatic pro-business leader who would kick-start the country’s spluttering economy. Nearly four years on, Macri is seeking re-election and could be on the verge of a historic first-round defeat because of the economy’s failings. Joel Richards has this report.
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The world’s largest exhibition for mobile technology is underway in Los Angeles. The Mobile World Congress brings together some of the biggest telecommunication firms from around the world, in a three-day exhibit to showcase their latest tech advances. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan reports
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Russian President Vladimir Putin says Africa is becoming increasingly attractive for Russian businesses. He was speaking at the first ever Russia-Africa forum, where billions of dollars in deals are due to be signed.
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For people concerned about climate change, the Trump administration has been worrying. But where the U.S. government has stepped back, U.S. companies have stepped up.
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Starting next year, California will ban smoking cigarettes, cigars, pipes, or vaping devices in any of its state parks or beaches. The state hopes to provide healthier and cleaner environments for its people, wildlife, and fish.
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Methane is a very potent greenhouse gas, and if it leaks it can be dangerous, but finding those leaks can be difficult. It’s a serious problem that many companies involved with the oil and gas industry are busy trying to address. However, a new array of technologies offer potential solutions. CGTN’s Hendrik Sybrandy reports.
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35 years after launching in Los Angeles, U.S. retail giant Forever 21 declared bankruptcy in September announcing it will close around 350 stores in 40 countries.
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Amanda Nguyen is a civil rights activist using a startup approach to affecting change. A traumatic personal experience lead Amanda to start her own non-governmental organization called Rise.
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Criticism grows over the lack of diversity among winners of the most prestigious award in the world.
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In the trade war, Chinese imports to the U.S. were hit with a new 15% tariff in September. Everything from smartwatches to smart speakers were on the list. Some tech companies are looking outside of China for options.
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There is fresh hope that the General Motors strike could be resolved this week. United Auto Workers leaders from GM facilities across the U.S. have been summoned to a national meeting on Thursday in Detroit.
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A year ago the IMF was touting what it called steady growth. But trade wars waged by the Trump administration with partners such as China have taken their toll—and backfired on the U.S.
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The state of California set a precedent by passing a bill that allows student athletes to have the rights over their name, image and likeness.
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The indigenous culture around the world is often left behind amid development and globalization.
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As host of this year’s BRICS summit next month, Brazil was also the site of the 4th edition of the BRICS film festival.
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At San Francisco’s Museum of Modern Art – SFMOMA-one of the most popular works is neither a painting nor a sculpture.
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This is a farm but not your usual kind. Everything here happens indoors and since the plants don’t have sunlight inside to grow.
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The cost of imported aluminum which is used to can beer, was slapped with a 10 percent tariff by the U.S. in March of last year.
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Trade talks between China and the U.S. are set to resume in Washington on Thursday. There are media reports suggesting China may seek a partial deal – that would include increased purchases of U.S. agricultural products.
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Waters has called Libra “a new Swiss-based financial system” that potentially is too big to fail and could require a taxpayer bailout.
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Robots are increasingly moving into the workplace. But they’ve still got a long way to go before being able to perform many jobs as well as humans CGTN’s Mark Niu reports. Someday, a police officer could pull you over and hand you a ticket in a very […]
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The new head of the International Monetary Fund said the fallout of current trade battles could last a generation.
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The general manager of the NBA team Houston Rockets has apologized for his recent comments on Hong Kong. The comments sparked huge controversy in China over the weekend. CGTN’s Wang Guan explains.
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The Goalkeepers event kicked off in New York with an award show highlighting people who are working to tackle issues contributing to global inequity.
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An estimated 25,000 families, whose livelihoods depend on coffee cultivation, have opted to leave the industry or use their land for something else as the price of coffee drops.
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Tech news site TechCrunch is wrapping up its annual Disrupt event, where leaders in innovation and culture come to inspire and reveal their latest projects. One theme emerging is transforming transportation. Mark Niu has more from the event.
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Uber has launched a new app designed to connect workers with employers looking for temporary staff. Uber Works is being offered first in Chicago, before expanding to other cities. But as CGTN’s Dan Williams reports, the move comes with new challenges.
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A vegan entrepreneur is turning her passion project into a meatless mission, attracting meat-loving customers from across the United States.
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Buying and selling a home can be one of life’s most stressful events.
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Chinese buyers have been the biggest foreign buyers of U.S. real estate for years but that could change as the dollar amount of U.S. purchases is expected to drop to an eight-year low.
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A new exhibition celebrating 120 years of comic strip heroes has resurrected those who became victims of prejudice.
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Los Angeles uses an innovative material to cool its streets and prepare for climate change.
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High-tech team is harnessing the power of big data and artificial intelligence to predict, monitor and respond to emergencies.
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The UN says nearly 150 years of international cooperation for sending and receiving mail has been saved – but only after agreeing to U.S. demands for reform.
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For many, after the wedding comes children. But, in South Korea it’s stopping a growing number of women from getting married in the first place. And that’s putting increasing pressure on the economy.
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With the world’s population growing older at a dramatic rate, one big challenge for policymakers is how to help people stay healthy and active – both physically and mentally.
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Workers want better pay, improved conditions for temporary workers, stronger healthcare benefits and job security.
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Colorado-based Otter makes a variety of outdoor gear, like coolers, along with things like water bottles. It’s primarily known for its protective smartphone cases. A lot of these products are made in China.
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In our Inside and Out Segment, we focus on National Sickle Cell Awareness Month.
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The hearing comes after two mass shootings earlier this year- in New Zealand and the U.S. state of Texas.
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President Trump once again attacked the head of the U.S. Federal Reserve after a second interest rate cut.
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Silio Sanchez wakes up every morning to the simple sounds of rural life. Three years ago, he decided to put aside his coat, tie and law books several days a week.
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Officials with the World Health Organization say cancer is one of the major killer diseases in Cuba. Every year, thousands of people die of cancer on the island. In response, Cuba put in place a comprehensive plan more than a decade ago.
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Fashion experts said China’s manufacturing infrastructure and know-how makes it an ideal place to make women’s apparel that needs to be delivered quickly and is often more detailed than men’s.
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Steven Sashen sells running shoes and sandals from his home state of Colorado that are designed to be very easy on the feet, which helps explain his company’s name, Xero.
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At Amazon, the focus is on getting exactly the right goods to people’s doorsteps at lightning speed.
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While at first glance the fashion industry favors women, behind the smiling cover-girls, are major gender diversity issues.
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U.S. farmers have lobbied lawmakers in Washington DC to ratify new trade deal with Canada and Mexico
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The trade dispute between the U.S. and China has impacted a range of industries not least a large portion of U.S. farming. Among the commodities to be affected is ginseng, a product that is predominantly exported to China.
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Apple unveiled new iPhones, Apple Watches and an iPad at its annual launch event on Tuesday.
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