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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A recent study in Bogota is showing the effects of chronic exposure to air pollutants. To help with tracking, many citizens are taking part in an effort to monitor the air quality of their city, in order to inform the public. CGTN’s Michelle Begue has […]
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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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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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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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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 had planned to reduce the area in order to increase agriculture, farming and mining around the famed archeological […]
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The World Games will take place this August in Chengdu, the capital of China’s Sichuan province. The event brings together an eclectic mix of sports, including some that could be included in future Olympics. CGTN’s Dan Williams reports.
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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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Vance Boelter has been charged with the attempted murder of another lawmaker and his wife who lived in the same area. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is treating the murders as yet another politically motivated attack.
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A major breakthrough earlier this year saw the world’s first baby born in Mexico from an embryo fertilized entirely by machines. See how AI is changing fertility treatments.
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We speak to Ethan Clark, co-founder of Nationsfirst Technologies at the Web Summit in Vancouver, Canada.
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In Denver, Colorado, protests took on a more festive air on Saturday, June 14. Still, thousands of people showed up for the “No Kings” protests to express their displeasure with the Trump administration’s policies amid the immigration crackdown across the country. CGTN’s Hendrik Sybrandy reports.
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On Saturday, June 14, “No Kings” demonstrations took place across the U.S. with protestors marching against the Trump administration’s policies amid the crackdown on immigration and in support of democracy. Scores of people showed up to protest in Los Angeles. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan reports.
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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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Thousands of protestors took to the streets of Chicago to protest U.S. President Donald Trump. The demonstrations were part of the national “No Kings” protests that took place in all 50 U.S. states. CGTN’s Dan Williams reports in Chicago.
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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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Asian Americans are the fastest-growing racial group in the United States. And with that comes increasing political power, whether that be holding political office or just by voting. Mark Niu reports.
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With more than a third of Colombia’s land mass covered by the Amazon Rainforest, scientists there take a keen interest in protecting its biodiversity. That’s particularly evident at a scientific archive housed in Bogota, home to more than 100,000 samples of plant life. Michelle Begue […]
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Los Angeles continues to make headlines around the world as protests continue against immigration raids by federal agents. While other cities are experiencing similar disruptions, many say Los Angeles is unique as the second largest city in the United States, and with its massive Latino […]
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For almost a week, people in Los Angeles have been protesting against immigration raids and the use of the National Guard. Many families are hurt and afraid, as loved ones are being taken away. City leaders and religious groups are asking the government to stop, […]
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With U.S Marines and the National Guard in Los Angeles, and the protests entering a seventh day on Thursday, June 12, residents of the city are feeling the impact. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan shares the latest from Los Angeles.
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Yellow Fever cases are rising across South America, prompting new concerns for health authorities. The CDC has issued a level 2 travel notice advising travelers to take precautions if visiting affected countries. CGTN’s Michelle Begue has this story.
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In Los Angeles and around the United States, millions of people are living in fear. President Donald Trump’s decision to further militarize his crackdown on suspected undocumented migrants has driven many into hiding. As CGTN’s Franc Contreras reports, they’re seeking safe houses with support from […]
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Washington D.C. authorities are now throwing a ring of steel around the U.S. capital’s downtown to prepare for a huge military parade. The event on Saturday, June 14, marks the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary. The day also happens to be U.S. President Donald Trump’s 79th […]
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The protests against the raids by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement are not limited to Los Angeles. It’s become a national movement. Thousands of protesters from coast to coast are making sure their voices are heard. Mark Niu reports.
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You may have heard that many cities around the world from Jakarta to Beijing to Venice, are all sinking at various rates. Researchers point to a rise in sea-levels, groundwater depletion and urban infrastructure as some of the reasons. Sinking land is also affecting […]
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The city of Los Angeles is feeling the Trump administration’s crackdown on undocumented immigrants perhaps more intensely than any other community. Raids by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement are taking place in many locations, including local schools. CGTN’s Franc Contreras reports.
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In a major step toward promoting global cooperation, the first-ever “International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations” is being observed by the United Nations. The designation comes after the organization, last year, adopted a China-sponsored resolution calling for every June 10th to be recognized as a […]
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Trade talks will continue on Tuesday, June 10, between China and the U.S. in London. Last month, the two countries agreed to roll-back tariffs on each other as the two sides try to hammer out an agreement. The Trump administration’s trade policy is forcing tough […]
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Apple kicked off its annual Worldwide Developers Conference on Monday, June 9, in Silicon Valley with some major upgrades to its software and AI capabilities. Mark Niu reports.
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Many U.S. companies have been left scrambling following President Donald Trump’s move to double tariffs on foreign aluminum and steel imports to 50%. Among those businesses impacted are the nearly 10,000 craft breweries in the U.S., which are small and independently owned. Many rely on […]
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The latest U.S. travel ban limits entry into the U.S. from people from 19 countries, including Cuba. See how they feel about it.
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More than 300 U.S. National Guard troops were deployed to Los Angeles on Sunday June 8, at the direction of U.S. President Donald Trump.
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Trump’s administration is seeking to tax the money sent abroad by workers to support their families.
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Colombian presidential caididate Miguel Uribe is in critical condition after being shot in the head Saturday, June 7, at a campaign event.
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China has recently announced the launch of new programs aimed at deepening cooperation with Latin American and Caribbean nations.
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The mayor of Tulsa, Oklahoma, has announced plans to address the harm caused by that city’s 1921 Race Massacre.
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A Salvadoran man who became a lightning rod for the Trump administration’s deportation policies is expected back in court next week after he was returned to the U.S. on Friday. Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s deportation to El Salvador put immigrant constitutional rights on the global agenda. […]
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Experts now fear that warning signs may be missed as the White House has moved to cut 20,000 employees from the Department of Health and Human Services, which includes staff at the Food and Drug Administration.
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A groundbreaking environmental initiative is taking shape between two of the world’s busiest ports.
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California remains one of the most vital U.S. hubs for trade with China, playing a central role in trans-Pacific commerce. But recent tariffs imposed by the U.S. government have introduced new challenges and uncertainty into this long-standing economic relationship. In response, trade officials and business […]
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Thousands of tech experts and global companies converged for the annual TechEx North America event in Silicon Valley. From AI to cloud computing, the event showcases cutting-edge developments shaping the future of technology, but it’s all happening at a time of market uncertainty. CGTN’s Mark […]
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On World Environment Day, a new report reveals that human-driven climate change led to an additional 30 days of extreme heat for over four billion people globally in the past year. The rising temperatures are not only a scientific concern but increasingly viewed as a […]
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Hundreds of thousands of Venezuelan families who have been living legally in the United States are now facing the threat of deportation. The U.S. Supreme Court has cleared the way for their protected immigration status to be revoked. Many of these families fled political and […]
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Exasperation is growing in Haiti as gang violence has spread into new regions of the country. Harold Isaac reports from Port-au-Prince on the impact of gang violence on the country’s healthcare system.
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Prolonged drought at the U.S.-Mexico border is causing an explosive political situation, as water becomes a delicate issue between the neighboring countries. Mexico and the U.S. share water across their borders, but as the vital resource becomes scarce, a solution is needed to address the […]
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The Trump administration is considering imposing 100 percent tariffs on all films shown in the U.S. that were made outside the country. Filmmakers around the world are expressing concerns that such a move could further destabilize an industry already reeling from changes in technology and […]
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Latin American exporters are caught in the middle of a new trade storm. U.S. President Donald Trump has doubled tariffs on imported steel and aluminum, and the impact is being felt especially in Brazil and Mexico. Paulo Cabral reports from São Paulo, Brazil.
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Tariffs imposed earlier this year by U.S. President Donald Trump will affect more than two-thirds of the products exported by Peru, particularly metals and agriculture. But the levies have also pushed the South American country to find alternatives. China has started to strengthen its position […]
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