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July 3, 2025

U.S. Congress moves to regulate stablecoins amid growing global role

Stablecoins are digital assets designed to maintain a stable value, often pegged to the U.S. dollar. Unlike traditional cryptocurrencies, they avoid the extreme price volatility, making them attractive for real-world financial use. Now, the U.S. Congress is taking steps to regulate stablecoins as their influence […]

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Tariffs affect U.S. Fourth of July fireworks boom
July 2, 2025

Tariffs affect U.S. Fourth of July fireworks boom

Fans of fireworks may have to settle for a little less bang for their buck this July 4th. That’s because “Liberation Day” tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump have driven up the cost of Independence Day firecrackers for American consumers and businesses. Karina Mitchell […]

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Tariffs begin to impact U.S. shoppers
July 2, 2025

Tariffs begin to impact U.S. shoppers

Months after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed sweeping tariffs and then suspended some in return for temporary trade deals, global markets continue to feel the uncertainty. Ediz Tiyansan explains how the impact has been mitigated for the time being but why that could change.

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Protest erupts over ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ camp
July 2, 2025

Protest erupts over ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ camp

U.S. President Donald Trump visited a remote corner of Florida on July 1, to open an immigration detention center known as “Alligator Alcatraz” – built deep in alligator-infested swampland. The controversial facility sparked angry protests. CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez reports.

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China and Brazil seek new direction for global trade
July 2, 2025

China and Brazil seek new direction for global trade

The BRICS summit begins on July 6 with the global trading landscape shifting quickly. U.S. tariffs on nearly all trade partners are especially harsh on manufacturing powerhouses who are members of a trading bloc representing some of the world’s biggest economies. And yet they’re pivoting […]

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BYD launches EV production in Brazil
July 2, 2025

BYD launches EV production in Brazil

BYD, the Chinese electric vehicle giant, has taken another big step in Latin America. On July 1, the company unveiled its first 100% Brazilian-made car — a milestone for the country’s auto industry and for BYD’s regional expansion. Paulo Cabral reports from Sao Paulo.

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July 1, 2025

Who is Zohran Mamdani?

  In a stunning upset, progressive upstart Zohran Mamdani recently declared victory in the ranked-choice primary race to become the Democratic Party’s candidate for New York City mayor. In doing so, the local lawmaker says his campaign “toppled a political dynasty” forcing former New York […]

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July 1, 2025

Trail Blazers select China’s Yang Hansen in NBA draft

  Some are calling it the shocker of the National Basketball Association Draft. Young Chinese basketball prodigy Yang Hansen, who was expected to be chosen in the second round of this year’s draft, wound up going halfway through the first, making Yang the third highest […]

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July 1, 2025

BRICS explores alternative payment system for trade

  As the BRICS alliance expands, Brazil, which is hosting and presiding over this year’s meetings, is among a group of countries implementing payment mechanisms that exclude the American dollar. One Brazilian bank, now owned by China, recently became the first in Latin America to […]

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June 28, 2025

U.S.-Canada trade dispute

Vehicle parts, crops and even whiskey, U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade battles have been waged over tangible, and often essential things businesses and consumers need and want. But the U.S. president is now sparring with his neighbor Canada over something much less tangible that brings […]

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June 27, 2025

U.S. ports see drop in shipments amid trade tensions

The ten largest ports in the United States have experienced a sharp decline in container volume this year, largely due to tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on key trading partners, particularly China. Although the latest round of trade negotiations with Beijing has led to […]

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June 26, 2025

Impacts of the U.S.-Canada trade war

  Canada and the U.S. have long been close allies with deeply intertwined industries and economies. But after the U.S. President Donald Trump imposed a range of tariffs on Canadian goods, which was then followed by counter tariffs from Canada on U.S goods, the relationship […]

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June 26, 2025

NVIDIA eyes growth in the age of AI

  According to NVIDIA’s CEO Jensen Huang, the age of AI is here, and every country will build it, and every company will be built upon it. Huang was speaking at the company’s annual shareholder meeting. Mark Niu has more.

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June 26, 2025

UN Charter now 80 years old

  Many historians and political affairs experts say the 80th anniversary of the United Nations Charter should be celebrated by the international community – despite pessimism over the organization’s inability to solve major crises the world faces today.   June 26th marks 80 years since […]

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June 25, 2025

Deportations of Venezuelan immigrants impact Florida’s economy

Florida is bracing for change as thousands of Venezuelan migrants have lost temporary legal status granted on humanitarian grounds under former President Joe Biden. In majority-immigrant communities, where many Venezuelans have built lives and businesses, uncertainty is growing, and so are the economic and emotional […]

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June 25, 2025

U.S.-Iran relations since 1979

Iran’s Islamic revolution of 1979 strained its relations with the U.S., and since then it has been one crisis after another. But there has been some cooperation. CGTN’s Asieh Namdar took a look back on this bitter relationship.

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June 25, 2025

Food insecurity grows in the United States

Food insecurity is on the rise in the U.S. A report by the Department of Agriculture shows a steady increase in the number of American families struggling to provide enough food because of inflation and a roll-back of COVID-19 pandemic relief efforts. In 2023, nearly […]

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Trump’s Iran attack draws legal concerns
June 23, 2025

Trump’s Iran attack draws legal concerns

Donald Trump has claimed his bombing of Iran’s nuclear facilities as a victory for the U.S. military as well as for stealth. It was so stealthy, that even some close allies were not informed. But it was especially galling for some American lawmakers, who say […]

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June 22, 2025

China’s Terracotta Warriors showcased in Southern California

China’s iconic Terracotta Warriors are on the move, this time in the United States, wowing visitors to the Bowers Museum in Southern California. It’s been 14 years since their last stop there. This year’s exhibit features many new, never-seen-before relics. CGTN’s Grace Sui reports.

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June 22, 2025

Brazil wraps up National Book Fair in Rio

Rio de Janeiro has been named this year’s UNESCO World Book Capital. It is the first Portuguese-speaking city ever to receive the honor. To celebrate, the city is hosting a special edition of its National Book Fair, which takes place every year, alternating between Rio […]

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June 21, 2025

Protecting Peru’s Nazca Lines

Peru has rolled back plans to cut the protected area around the iconic Nazca Lines after facing backlash from archaeologists and critics. The Culture Ministry of Peru planned to reduce the area around the world- famous archeological site. CGTN’s Dan Collyns reports from Lima.

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Juneteenth celebration in Los Angeles
June 20, 2025

Juneteenth celebration in Los Angeles

June 19 is the celebration of Juneteenth in the U.S. — the day in 1865 when the last enslaved African Americans learned they were free. This year’s celebrations come amid growing national tensions adding urgency and reflection to what is traditionally a festive occasion. Ediz […]

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Budget cuts spark fears over U.S. hurricane season
June 20, 2025

Budget cuts spark fears over U.S. hurricane season

The Atlantic hurricane season is now underway, and a heated debate has erupted over whether budget cuts to America’s weather services could leave millions vulnerable to deadly storms. CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez reports from Miami.

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New U.S. travel ban deadline targets 36 countries
June 18, 2025

New U.S. travel ban deadline targets 36 countries

Olympic organizers say athletes will still be allowed in for the 2028 Games, but some argue that the failure to meet these requirements in 60 days potentially leading to a total travel ban would be a harsh punishment, at a time when the U.S. is […]

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June 15, 2025

Miami residents protest Trump admin’s immigration policy

Thousands of protesters took to the streets across the United States on Saturday in what organizers called “No Kings” demonstrations – nationwide rallies where demonstrators say they are fighting to protect their country and democracy. The protests were timed to coincide with President Trump’s 79th […]

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June 14, 2025

Studying Brazil’s genetic diversity

Brazil has long been seen as one of the world’s most racially and ethnically diverse countries. Now, genetic research is offering new scientific evidence to support that idea. CGTN’s Paulo Cabral has the story.

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