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Xi replies to letter from Sino-U.S. foundation, Flying Tigers
September 21, 2023

Xi replies to letter from Sino-U.S. foundation, Flying Tigers

A group of American volunteer aviators called the Flying Tigers is being remembered after President Xi Jinping responds to a letter. They fought side by side with the Chinese Air Force during World War II. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan spoke to Jeffrey Greene, chairman of the Sino-American Aviation Heritage Foundation, on what the letter means to U.S. veterans and their families.

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U.S. Congress gets one year update on CHIPS and Science Act
September 21, 2023

U.S. Congress gets one year update on CHIPS and Science Act

Last year, the U.S. congress passed the CHIPS-and-Science act. It’s designed to pour billions of tax dollars into America’s semiconductor industry. The U.S. Commerce Secretary appeared before a congressional committee Tuesday for a progress report. See more.

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September 17, 2023

G77 nations + China address poverty, equality

The summit of G77 nations plus China wrapped up in Havana, Cuba, on Saturday. Participants reached consensus on developing countries’ need to close ranks to face current global challenges.  They stressed the need for a more equitable world order to address poverty, access to science […]

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September 17, 2023

China’s PLA joins Mexico in their annual parade

Mexico celebrated its Independence Day on September 16, marking 213 years since the end of Spanish imperialism.  This year, China took part in the festivities, and a contingent from the PLA marched alongside the Mexican military in its annual parade. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports. 

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September 17, 2023

Beach cleanup in Brazil highlights dangers of plastic pollution

Celebrated on the third Saturday of September since 2018, World Cleanup Day is the largest international environmental mobilization aimed at combating the world’s solid waste problem.  In Rio de Janeiro, hundreds took to one of Guanabara Bay’s most polluted beaches to draw attention to the […]

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September 16, 2023

Fernando Botero: The Picasso of Latin America

Colombian artist Fernando Botero was hailed by some as the “Picasso of Latin America.” His paintings and sculptures of rotund women and men, who some considered ‘fat’, are both admired and criticized in the art world. His works have been exhibited all over the world. […]

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September 16, 2023

The G77+China summit: What is on the agenda?

The Summit of the Group of 77 plus China, an alliance representing 80 percent of the world’s population, convened in Havana, Cuba. Members from Asia, Africa and Latin America are discussing major challenges facing developing nations and ways to strengthen multilateral cooperation. CGTN’s Luis Chirino […]

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September 15, 2023

AI to soon act as brain function

As artificial intelligence technology progresses, the tasks once considered burdensome will soon become a thing of the past. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan has more.    

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September 15, 2023

Home ownership becomes rarity for single people

With an uncertain global economy, home ownership is becoming increasingly difficult for first time buyers, specifically single people who make up only 27 percent of home owners in the United States. Mark Niu reports from San Francisco.

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September 14, 2023

Brazil’s Jan. 8 trials: Day two

On the second day of trials for supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro who stormed the nation’s capital, the first defendant tried was handed a 17-year prison sentence.

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September 14, 2023

U.S. Judge rules DACA unconstitutional

A federal judge has ruled a program allowing undocumented immigrants who came to the U.S. as children to remain in the United States is unlawful. What does this mean for the future of DACA?

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September 14, 2023

The Detroit Auto Show kicks-off

The Detroit Auto Show has kicked off in Detroit, Michigan. Featuring the latest tech in new model cars, the show comes on the heels of a potential autoworkers’ strike.

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September 13, 2023

A green hydrogen pilot plant opens in Rio de Janeiro

  Considered to be the fuel of the future, green hydrogen is attracting increased interest across the globe, but especially in Brazil.  Latin America’s largest country stands out as it has all the conditions to produce GH2 and as a result, the potential to reduce […]

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September 13, 2023

UN General Assembly 2023

World Leaders are gathering in New York City for the United Nations General Assembly. Follow this year’s most important topics of discussion, as leaders attempt to agree on solutions.

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September 13, 2023

Rescuing discarded food to help fight hunger in Mexico

  As the United Nations General Assembly looks at ways to improve food security around the world, one area of focus involves making the most of what food is already available. That’s an issue in Mexico, where a lot of food goes to waste, and a lot […]

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Cuba and China strengthen biotech collaboration
September 12, 2023

Cuba and China strengthen biotech collaboration

Scientists and business leaders at the 12th meeting of the Cuba-China Biotechnology Joint Working Group emphasize the value of their collaboration, highlighting the potential for economic growth and improved healthcare in both countries. See more.

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Mexico likely to have first female president
September 9, 2023

Mexico likely to have first female president

Mexico’s presidential election campaign is underway. This week, the top political parties named their candidates for next year’s election. Both candidates are engineers with significant political experience, marking a historic moment as both are women, a first for the country.

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September 5, 2023

Colombian woman finds peace in urban agriculture

A victim of the long-standing conflict in Colombia has not given up on life, despite facing a plethora of hardships and challenges. Her search led what she calls a life-changing trip to China. Michelle Begue has more from Bogota.  

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September 4, 2023

Drug violence plagues Ecuador

As presidential elections in Ecuador head to a runoff on October 15, the top concern for its citizens is who can halt the country’s terrifying descent into violence and criminality.  Ecuador has long struggled with drug trafficking.  But in recent years, the situation has gotten much worse.  CGTN’s Dan Collyns […]

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September 4, 2023

Lahaina looks to the future after devastating wildfires

The Hawaii wildfires that destroyed parts of Maui in August may be extinguished, but rebuilding efforts have yet to begin.  The U.S. Biden administration has announced $95 million in aid, but the community itself will be key in how the island recovers.  CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports.

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September 4, 2023

Hawaii wildfires’ impact on children’s studies, overall wellbeing

As residents of the Hawaiian town of Lahaina begin to pick up the pieces following the deadliest U.S. wildfire in over a century, community leaders are working to ease the trauma suffered by its children.  At a time when students are returning to school, most in Lahaina are not.  CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock […]

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September 4, 2023

An American student’s letter to Chinese President Xi Jinping

While China and the U.S. remain at odds on a number of trade and political issues, there’s one area that continues to thrive on a more personal level.  American students are gaining unique experiences by engaging with China in some very memorable ways.  CGTN’s Mark […]

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September 4, 2023

What is Mexico’s plan for socio-economic development?

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador delivered his fifth State of the Nation address on Friday, touting his administration’s achievements.  He spoke for more than an hour, providing specifics he says show that Mexico is on the right path toward economic and social development.  CGTN’s Franc Contreras […]

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September 4, 2023

COVID-19 cases on the rise as students head back to school

The start of the new school year hasn’t exactly gone to plan in parts of the United States.  At least three school districts have been forced to temporarily close amid a resurgence in COVID-19 cases and other viruses, setting the stage for another uncertain school […]

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September 4, 2023

The impact of AI on labor market

During the next five years, 75% of organizations are expected to adopt artificial intelligence into their practices, according to a study by the World Economic Forum, which suggests a job loss rate of about 25 percent directly related to AI adoption.  CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan met with founders […]

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September 4, 2023

The Flying Tigers: Marking 80 years of China-U.S. partnership

A critical China-U.S. partnership during the Second World War is being commemorated on its 80th year.  The so-called Flying Tigers were a small group of American aviators who fought alongside China against the Japanese forces.  The group rose to fame at the time for its ability to inflict […]

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September 4, 2023

Washington D.C. celebrates Chinese culture

Despite the ongoing tension between the United States and China, the two nations came together in the heart of Washington, D.C.   The celebration was called the Washington Chinese Cultural Festival.   Food, song, dance, and perhaps most important – unity. CGTN’s Sean Callebs reports.

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August 31, 2023

Florida Gulf Coast begins clean up after Hurricane Idalia

Cleanup and recovery from Hurricane Idalia began on Thursday along Florida’s Gulf Coast, where property damage, loss of life and power disruptions paled in comparison to the last major hurricane that struck the state nearly a year ago.   Idalia crashed ashore on Wednesday morning […]

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August 31, 2023

Maui fire victims identified through DNA

The search for victims of the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century is gradually coming to an end. A total of 115 people are confirmed to have perished in the August 8 Maui fire. A number of others remain unaccounted for. Four dozen […]

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August 30, 2023

Economic and cultural issues of rebuilding Lahaina

Following the wildfires on Maui, the town of Lahaina now faces a long road towards rebuilding. But just how, and if, residents will go about their rebuild is an economic question that could bankrupt those with and without insurance. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock is in Lahaina […]

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August 30, 2023

Remote workers head back to the office

The COVID-19 pandemic upended how and where millions of office-based employees performed their jobs. But some of the world’s biggest companies are now ordering staff to return to the office, and many aren’t happy about it. CGTN’s Owen Fairclough has the story.

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August 30, 2023

Tesla sets up shop in Mexico

Tesla is moving forward with its plans to build its electric vehicles in Mexico. Most of them would be exported to the United States beginning as soon as next year. But some experts warn that the on-going trade dispute between Washington and Beijing could disqualify […]

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August 30, 2023

Panama Canal drought impacting trade

Severe drought conditions are impacting operations at the Panama Canal. With the canal responsible for moving some 6% of the world’s maritime commerce, that has major implications for international trade. CGTN’s Michelle Begue has more from Bogota.

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