Highlights from IMF’s latest Fiscal Monitor report
Global economies are set for another year of slow but steady growth, according to the IMF’s latest Fiscal Monitor report.
Read More...Global economies are set for another year of slow but steady growth, according to the IMF’s latest Fiscal Monitor report.
Read More...Finance leaders from around the world continue their International Monetary Fund and World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington, D.C. Participants know that China will play a crucial role in global growth in the coming years.
Read More...Humanoid robot technology is no longer a fantasy of fiction, but has become a hard-charging reality expected to shift the working environments of some of the world’s largest companies within the next decade. Years of experimentation by international robotics and AI developers are culminating in […]
Read More...Florida has seen a population boom in recent years, but government data now also show that many residents are choosing to leave the state. A high cost of living and divisive politics are among reasons most cited.
Read More...The world’s largest conference on technology and innovation is held in Rio de Janeiro. The event, Web Summit Rio, has broken records when it comes to female participation among entrepreneurs, attendees, and speakers. The Women in Tech Lounge is an exclusive area aimed at […]
Read More...The head of the UN’s aid agency in Gaza pleaded with Security Council members on Wednesday, April 17, to ensure it remains operational. The Israeli government has called for the aid agency to be dismantled. But the world body insists there is no other […]
Read More...The start of the Atlantic hurricane season is still more than a month away but experts are already signaling it could be a very active one. One prominent hurricane forecast is even using the word “extreme.”
Read More...A set of priceless ancient Chinese artifacts are safely back in the hands of the country’s diplomats in New York. The city’s authorities have just handed the relics over after police intercepted thieves who’d planned to sell them on America’s black market.
Read More...The wildfires in Hawaii last summer were the deadliest in modern U.S. history, claiming lives and incinerating communities across the island of Maui. Now, Hawaiian authorities are in the process of officially reporting on the events.
Read More...There are less than 100 days ahead of the Paris Olympic Games. Tuesday was a significant day for many athletes, as their Olympic dream edges ever closer. But for organizers, the focus is on security. CGTN’s Dan Williams reports.
Read More...In a pivotal session, the U.S. Supreme Court engaged in deliberations that could significantly impact the prosecution of individuals involved in the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol building, raising questions about the application of federal obstruction statutes. The court’s focus on this […]
Read More...As a dengue fever epidemic sweeps Latin America, medical authorities in Peru report that cases and deaths have more than tripled in 2024 compared to the same period last year. CGTN’s Dan Collyns reports
Read More...The IMF’s World Economic Outlook which estimates global growth in 2024 and 2025 will maintain the current rate of 3.2%.
Read More...New York is one of several sanctuary cities across the U.S., which limits its cooperation with the federal government in enforcing immigration law.
Read More...Following an agreement at the COP28 climate summit last year to triple nuclear energy production to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, there’s been a global shift to nuclear plants.
Read More...Small businesses form the backbone of the U.S. economy and new ones are constantly being created. Last year set a record for new business applications in the U.S. The rapidly growing state of Colorado is leading the way. Hendrik Sybrandy reports from Denver.
Read More...Some Washington state students are back at home after spending 11 days in China. The two dozen teens are one of the groups of high school students to visit China since President Xi Jinping announced last November the program to invite 50,000 young Americans to […]
Read More...Social post: Immigration continues to be a top concern for voters in the U.S. in this election year. The first installment of our latest series on immigration brings you the parallel lives of two dedicated officers, each patrolling a different side of the same river […]
Read More...Global finance leaders are coming together in Washington this week for the annual IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings. The gathering comes at a crucial time for the world economy. The International Monetary Fund projected the world economy to grow at 3.2 percent in 2024, according to […]
Read More...Facing a pushback from Texas, thousands of immigrants made their journey through California’s border with Mexico in recent months. Albeit welcoming on the surface, California’s resources have been slashed and up until last week, even unaccompanied minors were left in deplorable conditions out in the […]
Read More...San Francisco Mayor London Breed is excited about her trip to China, as she plans to build new bridges for tourism, tech business, and city development opportunities.
Read More...A very unusual invasion of jellyfish in Venezuela is perplexing experts, who believe the appearance of millions of the glutinous creatures could be a consequence of climate change, or overfishing. Learn more.
Read More...People are living longer in the 21st century. One organization in the United States predicts the number of Americans over the age of 65 will increase nearly 50 percent by the year 2050. Some housing communities for seniors in the U.S. are shaking the […]
Read More...In Mexico City, China’s Culture Committee members met with their Mexican counterparts to see how they can deepen their mutual understanding.
Read More...See the latest archeological find in Pompeii, Italy.
Read More...Policy makers will gather in Washington next week for the annual International Monetary Fund – World Bank spring meetings.
Read More...A new rule in the U.S. will limit the amount of so-called “forever chemicals” in drinking water.
Read More...As Haiti grapples with escalating turmoil, the United States is holding firm to its immigration policies that target Haitian migrants attempting to enter the U.S. illegally.
Read More...The Colombian leftist guerrilla group, ELN, has halted peace negotiations scheduled to commence this week, adding another layer of complexity to Colombia’s quest for lasting peace. Meanwhile, the United Nations’ verification committee on Colombian peace efforts presented its assessment to the Security Council. Michelle Begue, […]
Read More...Online dating has facilitated connections worldwide, but is it a wholesome method for seeking love? According to a recent eHarmony survey, nine out of 10 dating app users feel addicted to these platforms, with nearly a third checking them during work hours and 12 percent […]
Read More...Two weeks after the collapse of Baltimore’s Key Bridge due to a container ship crash, six construction workers have lost their lives, with three still missing.
Read More...The U.S. consumer price index increased 0.4 percent in March 2024 compared to February, an up 3.5 percent over the last 12 months, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The CPI broadly measures select goods and services in the U.S. economy. The overall […]
Read More...Tensions between Ecuador and Mexico intensify after Ecuadorian police entered the Mexican embassy in Quito to arrest former Vice President Jorge Glas. International organizations and leaders are intervening to address the crisis. Correspondent Nicolás Suárez reports from Quito, Ecuador.
Read More...Millions of people across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada enjoyed the stunning celestial spectacle of the total solar eclipse on Monday. CGTN’s Dan Williams reports.
Read More...Mexican voters will choose a new president on June 2nd, and while security and migration may be important topics on the domestic front, international investment is key for the country’s private sector, and the candidates are working to swing those voters their way. CGTN’s Alasdair […]
Read More...The latest official government data shows a surge in cases of dengue fever in Argentina. Known as ‘break-bone fever’ for the severe muscle and joint pain it can cause, the spike in cases has led to shortages of mosquito repellent supplies and pressure on the […]
Read More...Washington’s basketball and hockey teams had planned to move outside the city to neighboring Virginia only to reverse course months after public money incentives in DC. What do you think?
Read More...Colombia is on the brink of rationing energy. See why.
Read More...Learn more about the challenges third-party voter registration organizations are facing in Florida.
Read More...Electric vehicle makers are eyeing the Cuban market. Learn more.
Read More...See how technology is changing the way fans watch, bet on, and engage with sports.
Read More...People across the U.S. are eagerly awaiting the total solar eclipse on April 8. Take a look.
Read More...As you’ve no doubt heard, parts of North America will experience a total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8. The rare occurrence when the earth, moon and sun line up in space won’t happen again in the U.S. for another 20 years. Millions of […]
Read More...Mexico is battling forest fires across the country, as a strong dry season and drought have set tinderbox conditions. At one-point last month, there were more than 115 forest fires burning at the same time. Learn more.
Read More...U.S. President Joe Biden is vowing to rebuild the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, after it collapsed last week. On March 26, a cargo ship lost power and hit the 1.6-mile structure, bringing it down and killing six construction workers. During a […]
Read More...CGTN followed a migrant caravan in Mexico and talked to organizers and travelers about now it works. Learn more.
Read More...See how California is coping with more extreme weather, including record rain this year.
Read More...Maryland transportation officials lauded emergency responders in the Key Bridge collapse and vowed to clear the debris as soon as possible. Learn more.
Read More...A new report by the World Resources Institute shows that global action to reach stated deforestation goals is falling short. Despite some pockets of advancement, notably in the Amazon, the new data shows global forests remain under tremendous pressure.
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