Chile presidential elections head to a second run-off

November 16, 2021

Cuba reopens borders to international travels

Cuba reopened its air border to international travels under eased COVID-19 protocols. The move aims at recovering the tourist sector hard hit by the pandemic. CGTN’s Luis Chirino reports.

November 14, 2021

A unique cell phone carrier in Mexico

The Oaxaca Sierra is one of the poorest regions in Mexico. They decided to incorporate technology into their daily lives, as an agent of change. Harris Whitbeck reports.

November 14, 2021

Close and personal with Bolivia’s president

From accounting to banking, public service to politics and from academia to Bolivia’s leader. Americas Now anchor, Elaine Reyes, sat down with him to talk about the pandemic, climate change and, of course, Bolivia´s economic situation.

November 14, 2021

Pirates in the Gulf of Mexico

Pirates and robbing ships at sea may seem like a thing of the past. But in Mexico, a region famous for pirates, the practice continues. Alasdair Baverstick reports.

November 12, 2021

This is Latin America’s potential “super app”

Finding an untapped market is the dream of many entrepreneurs and one that often ends in disappointment. But a group of investors is placing a big bet on what they think might have the potential to become a Latin American “super app.” It is a […]

November 8, 2021

Hike in Brazil’s energy prices 

The extended drought in Brazil has been putting pressure on the reservoirs of the country’s hydroelectric plants, leading to a hike in energy prices. Families and businesses alike are feeling the hit. CGTN’s Paulo Cabral reports.

November 1, 2021

Remembering loved ones lost to COVID-19 during Day of the Dead

People across Mexico are commemorating one of that country’s most traditional holidays, Day of the Dead, when people remember their loved ones who have died. Last year, because of the pandemic, all public celebrations were cancelled. This year, Mexicans are able to get out of quarantine […]

November 1, 2021

Cuba’s initiative to create greener spaces

Cuba is sharing its experience and plans to deal with the impact of climate change as the COP-26 conference gets underway in Glasgow. Climate change has had an impact on Cuba. Coastal erosion, flooding, saline intrusion, drought, and sea-level rise have left communities vulnerable and […]

September 28, 2021

China’s Sinovac plays a key role in Mexico’s vaccinations

Mexico’s COVID-19 vaccination campaign is focusing more and more on younger adults, as the country’s third wave appears to be slowing down. China’s Sinovac vaccine has played a key role in Mexico’s nationwide efforts — and CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports – health authorities continue to […]

September 28, 2021

Brazil’s rising inflation

Inflation is on the rise in Brazil, touching double digits for the first time since 2016. A severe drought has affected food and electricity production, weakened the currency and caused price spikes in fuel and food. Millions of Brazilians are feeling the impact, particularly drivers […]

September 28, 2021

Snake Venom may be a promising COVID-19 treatment

Brazilian researchers are looking into the venom of a South American poisonous snake as a potential treatment against COVID-19. The research is in its early stages but initial results seem promising. CGTN’s Paulo Cabral reports.

September 8, 2021

Colombia’s efforts to revive tourism

In Colombia, the tourism industry has seen difficult days before because of its on-going Armed Conflict.

September 1, 2021

Mexican President marks three years of his term

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador delivered his country’s state of the union speech Wednesday, marking the halfway point of his presidency. The president painted a positive picture of the country in 2021 while acknowledging more work needs to be done. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports.

August 20, 2021

Venezuela’s robotics summer camp

Playing goes hand in hand with learning at this Venezuelan summer camp. The theme of the camp is technology. “It is a reality that technology is everywhere. It is not something that excludes young children,” said Renata Petrillo, Tecnikids Camp Teacher. “They already know how […]

August 9, 2021

Brazil’s multidisciplinary Olympian

The Pentathlon comprises five different events: fencing, horseback riding, swimming, shooting and cross-country running.

August 9, 2021

A Colombian Olympian found his passion by accident

There’s a Colombian athlete competing in this year’s Summer Olympics who found his calling accidentally. He’s a diver who had a disorder that you could say led to his destiny.

August 9, 2021

COVID-19 and the new traveling trend

COVID-19 vaccinations are starting to increase in most Latin American countries. But for months there was a scarcity of vaccines. Thousands traveled north looking for inoculations. Airports were full and airfares rose to pre-pandemic levels.

August 9, 2021

Using ancient Asian techniques to grow food in the rainforest

Brazil is trying to accelerate its food production without causing damage to the Amazon. A small town in the country’s northern region has become a prototype to follow. Maria Valls reports.

July 25, 2021

Becoming an urban gardener in Argentina

Between the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change and high food prices, more and more people are rethinking the way they eat and produce.

June 24, 2021

The Heat: Latin America turning to the left

Latin America is moving back to the left, politically speaking. We will take a look at the latest developments and what that could mean for the region.

May 14, 2021

Even with increase in minimum wage, Venezuelans still struggle

While many welcome a minimum wage increase, in Venezuela, it’s dreaded. That’s because increasing salaries also mean an increase in the prices of products and services in a country that has battled hyperinflation and recession for years.

May 8, 2021

From farmers to entrepreneurs in the middle of the Andes

In the middle of the Ecuadorian Andes, a group of farmers realized that unity creates strength.

May 8, 2021

Mexico’s vaccination challenge

Alasdair Baverstock visited the state of Chiapas, in the south of Mexico, to look at the vaccination efforts on a local, and national scale.

April 25, 2021

How bad has the COVID-19 lockdown impacted Colombia’s economy?

In March 2020 most countries in the world went into lockdown as the COVID-19 outbreak turned into a pandemic. In Colombia the confinement lasted almost six months. Michelle Begue brings us a story of struggle and resilience.

April 25, 2021

The reasons behind a crime drop in El Salvador

For several years, El Salvador, has been on the list of most dangerous countries in the world mainly due to street gangs like MS-13. But in 2020 the crime rates went down significantly. Harris Whitbeck has the answer.

April 12, 2021

Brazil: The human cost of COVID-19

Brazil has second-most COVID deaths in the world, many acknowledge the virus is out of control. This Human Cost of COVID-19 is a multi-part series of human-nature stories behind the pandemic: the suffering, the heroism, the admirable work and behavior of so many that go muted or under-reported. Episode 1: A study […]

April 6, 2021

Severe crisis is forcing Venezuelans to reinvent themselves

It’s in its seventh year of recession – one of the steepest ever recorded in the world. Its economy is partially sanctioned by the U.S. and it’s also had to contend with the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic. The last 12 months have been exceptionally tough for […]

April 6, 2021

Vaccination in the Galapagos Islands will bring back tourism

They serve as a treasure trove to scientists and a paradise for nature tourists. The Galapagos Islands. Located 1000 kilometers off the coast of Ecuador, they feature plant and animal life found nowhere else in the world. On these islands, tourism has been the main industry […]

April 6, 2021

Hunger in Central America fuels illegal migration to the U.S.

Earlier in 2021, nearly 8,000 migrants from Honduras tried to cross into Guatemala to join more Central Americans in a caravan attempting to reach the United States. They were escaping the economic effects of a lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But that was only made […]

April 6, 2021

Living on minimum wage

A national debate is underway in the United States over whether to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour from the current $7.25 an hour today, as more than 30 million U.S. citizens now live below the poverty line. The last time the U.S. […]

March 28, 2021

Islands of plastic floating off the coasts of Central America

The accumulation of plastic debris on our oceans and rivers has led to the formation on garbage patches and floating islands non-biodegradable waste in open waters. Harris Whitbeck reports.

March 28, 2021

Cooking up a new opportunity in life

Michelle Begue brings us a story of second chances for those who love cooking and are curious for a career in the restaurant industry.

March 8, 2021

One of Latin America’s most iconic singers digs deep into Colombia’s musical roots

He’s a singer, a songwriter, an actor and an activist. Now you can add musical historian to Carlos Vives’ list of credits.

March 7, 2021

Saving money without going to a bank

The majority of low-income Latino families in the U.S. have limited access to banks, loans or credit cards. Mike Kirsch tells us about some informal female bankers using this system in the U.S.

March 7, 2021

The man who has built nearly 2500 telescopes

In 60 years, Bernardo Riedel has made nearly 2,500 telescopes by hand in his native Brazil. Stephen Gibbs reports.

February 23, 2021

Cuba close to first Latin American country to produce own COVID-19 vaccine

Cuba could soon become the first Latin American country to produce its own COVID-19 vaccine after one of four candidate products enters Phase III clinical trials in March.

January 25, 2021

Mexico is hitting it out of the park with a new generation of baseball stars

Football is not always Mexico´s favorite sport. There’s also baseball. Mike Kirsch has more.

January 25, 2021

Guarding the rainforest in Guatemala while confronting drug smugglers

A Guatemalan tropical forest was once guarded by the Mayan civilization. Today, drug traffickers have invaded the area. Harris Whitbeck has more.

January 25, 2021

A homelessness spike in Latin America’s most populated city

In Brazil, the coronavirus pandemic has left thousands without jobs and the number of homeless is rising dramatically.

January 25, 2021

A massive water-supply-chain interrupted at the US-Mexico border

Mexico is struggling to meet a quota that could endanger a decades long deal. Alasdair Baverstock explains.

January 10, 2021

Football makes a long-awaited comeback to a land of champions

COVID-19 took football away from Brazilians for months. Maria Valls reports.

January 10, 2021

Costa Rica’s centenarians vs. COVID-19

Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula is home to the largest concentration of people over 100 years old in the Americas. A team of psychologists, nurses, nutritionists, and social workers are being vigilant to protect them from the pandemic.

January 10, 2021

Mexico’s war on drug-trafficking during the pandemic

COVID-19 is a menace to most people but drug lords in Mexico see it as an opportunity.

November 16, 2020

Havana airport reopens after seven months COVID closure

Havana’s airport has reopened to commercial flights after a seven-month shutdown. The reopening comes as Cuba announced the elimination of strict baggage restrictions due to COVID-19. The island nation’s tourism industry has collapsed over pandemic concerns amid strict U.S. sanctions. Watch and lean more.

November 16, 2020

Peru’s interim president resigns amid demonstrations

The interim president of Peru, Manuel Merino, has resigned in the face of growing protests in less than a week. Congress is expected to choose a new president from the 19 lawmakers who voted against former President Martin Vizcarra’s impeachment over unproven bribery allegations. See the latest.

November 15, 2020

Mexico’s Native Tongues Struggle to Stay Alive

When it comes to cultural inclusion, Mexico’s pre-Hispanic cultures are often ignored.

November 15, 2020

Crowded prisons in El Salvador raise Human Right Violation concerns

The government of El Salvador has a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to street gangs. But during the COVID-19 pandemic, health conditions for the imprisoned gang members are far from ideal.

November 15, 2020

Brazil’s Food Insecurity During COVID-19

The rapid devaluation of the Brazilian real has made all these exports more attractive on the international market.

October 25, 2020

Thousands of migrants stranded in Mexico live a life of struggle

Migration has slowed down during the pandemic but it hasn’t stopped. Alasdair Baverstock reports.

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