The U.S. and China are the world’s two biggest economies. Many experts say It’s essential that the two countries work together to address climate issues. Check out some progress that China and the U.S. have made in the cooperation on climate and the environment […]
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COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and deaths are all falling in the U.S., a potential sign that the worst of the winter surge may have passed. But the pandemic is far from over.
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See how U.S. trade embargo is affecting Cubans’ everyday life, especially in sectors like healthcare for access to medication.
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Mexico’s peso appreciated more than five percent over the course of 2022. Some analysts predict the peso’s strong performance in 2022 could be wiped out this year, as a possible recession in the U.S. looms.
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China’s movie box office earnings reached a record high in January over the seven-day holiday period of the Chinese New Year. The trend also brought optimism for Hollywood and global film industries.
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Colorado celebrated one of America’s most popular dog breeds, the Golden Retriever, on this past Saturday. Find out more.
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A new report from the Consumer Technology Association found that despite the tariffs, many tech imports into the U.S. from China such as digital cameras, cooking appliances and vacuums actually rose. Find out more.
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One of the largest movie chains in Venezuela is rethinking its business in an effort to serve customers living with autism and other sensory disorders. CINEX, a local movie theater chain in Venezuela is the promoter of the idea. The initiative is specially designed for people living with […]
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U.S. employers beat even the most optimistic forecasts to add more than half a million jobs in January. Employment numbers released on Friday suggest the economy continues to weather the inflation crisis and big layoffs in the tech sector. And the numbers also justify […]
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It has been one week since Memphis police released the video of officers brutally beating Tyre Nichols in early January. The 29-year-old died from his injuries three days later. His death has prompted fresh calls for police reform.
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New York City shelters are nearing full capacity, as more migrants stream into the city. Some are currently living on the street after being removed from a hotel. Nonprofit organizations say they’re doing the best they can but the situation cannot go on forever. CGTN’s […]
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Chinese transportation technology has found its way in to the Americas, as their trolley buses can now be found in Mexico’s capital city. Powered by overhead lines and running along fixed routes, these vehicles are clean, quiet and comfortable. In Mexico City, modernization of […]
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The leading cause of death among children in the United States is gun-related violence. Research shows that guns are tied to an average of a dozen deaths among U.S. children each day. What is causing the increase in U.S. school shootings?Most recently, the story of […]
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The Congressional Black Caucus met recently with U.S. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, along with many other congressmen in a bid to pass police reform legislation. However, the legislation faces a major obstacle in the U.S. House of Representatives, where Republicans are […]
Read More...The U.S. has witnessed two recent mass shootings in the state of California, with the two attacks carried out by two elderly gunmen — ages 66 and 72. While their ages may seem highly unusual for such incidents, the reality is that approximately one-third of […]
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Why do our eyes move during REM sleep? Scientists might have found out.
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Are gun control laws in the United States biased against Black Americans?
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A female bus driver in Colombia is breaking barriers within the industry. Some say she is a welcome-addition to the male-dominated profession in the country.
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After nearly seven weeks of unrest in Peru, shortages of basic products, including increasingly expensive fuel and food, are mounting.
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The funeral for Tyre Nichols has taken place in Memphis, Tennessee.
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Dengue cases and deaths spiked in Brazil in 2022, despite a heightened state of alert from authorities and the population.
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It was dubbed “Walkout Wednesday,” a joint strike that galvanized hundreds of thousands of teachers, civil servants and train drivers from across Great Britain to protest low pay and demand higher wages. Tuesday’s walkout was Great Britain’s largest coordinated joint strike to take place in […]
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The China Institute seeks to promote a deeper understanding of China through programs in business, art, education and culture. At a celebration of its upcoming 100th anniversary, the organization honored 12 Chinese American women who have changed the community’s future. Find out more.
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Infectious disease expert Dr. Josh Barocas with the University of Colorado School of Medicine co-authored a recent study published in the journal Nature which lays out 57 recommendations for ending the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out more.
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Flowers and messages continue to be left at the intersection where Tyre Nichols was subdued and continuously struck by police officers. Nichols’ funeral service will be held here on Wednesday. Civil rights leader, the Reverend Al Sharpton will deliver a eulogy.
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The Latin America’s largest solar research laboratory is located to the south of Mexico City. Solar panels are made from different materials and designs, aimed at widening the reach of this renewable energy technology.
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China wants to become a global powerhouse on Western television and streaming platforms. Twenty Chinese companies showcased the best of their catalogs at one of the largest content trade shows in the Americas in Miami recently. See how was it was received. CGTN’s Nitza […]
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COVID-19 remains a global health emergency but is reaching an inflection point. That’s the World Health Organization’s latest coronavirus assessment. The WHO thinks it will be ready to declare that health emergency over by the end of year as the world moves to treat […]
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The Cuban cities of Havana and Santiago de Cuba turned into Meccas of Jazz for a week as renowned musicians from across the island and abroad brought the best of their repertoires to the International Jazz Plaza Festival. The annual event is a highlight […]
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Food insecurity on college campuses has been called a silent epidemic. Estimates are that close to one-third of students attending U.S. colleges and universities lack consistent access to healthy food. Some steps are being taken to address the problem. CGTN’s Hendrik Sybrandy reports.
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Over the past few years, some of the biggest trends in tech have been AI, cryptocurrency and augmented reality. But there’s a new sector gaining traction that has more to do with building the physical world around us. CGTN’s Mark Niu takes us to […]
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After years of recession, some parts of the Venezuelan economy are witnessing a mini-boom with entrepreneurs seeing new opportunities. For example, in the capital Caracas, new restaurants are using some unusual marketing tactics. CGTN’s Stephen Gibbs reports.
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We’re still in the first month of 2023 and yet, there have been 39 mass shootings recorded in the United States, according to the Gun Violence Archive. The non-profit research database shows that there have been more than 600 mass shootings each year for the […]
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The protesters in Memphis called for police reform after the killing of Tyre Nichols by five officers this month. The 29-year-old Black motorist died after a traffic stop turned violent by the Memphis police officers that were part of the notorious “Scorpion Unit”, which was […]
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The Covid-19 pandemic created a turbulent economic climate that saw many U.S. businesses struggle to make ends meet, including those in the restaurant industry. So it must have come as a surprise to some in Washington D.C. to see the opening of a new Vietnamese […]
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The city of Los Angeles hosted its annual Golden Dragon Parade, which is hosted by the Chinese Chamber of Commerce. The annual event, which is attended by Los Angeles’ large Asian-American community, celebrates the lunar new year. In honor of the year of the rabbit, […]
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Though the pandemic is not yet over, Carnival celebration marks a turning point for Rio de Janeiro. Most residents seem determined to dance their troubles away once again and enjoy life.
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Venezuela’s economic crisis is affecting organ transplant patients. They face shortages of post-transplant medications. Activists say nearly 2,000 transplant patients are at risk of losing organs, but the impact of the drug shortage has a much larger reach.
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See how illegal mining is affecting the Amazon rainforest in Venezuela.
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After World War II, hundreds of Holocaust survivors found refuge sin Sao Paulo. In honor of this day, the city exhibits portraits of the Holocaust survivors who built new lives in this city. Find out more.
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The city of Rio de Janeiro has opened its first center to support vulnerable immigrants and refugees, providing refugees with all the legal assistance they needed to start a new life in the city.
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Florida’s home insurance market is in crisis. Nine insurance companies left the state and at least six others were declared insolvent over the past year. There are now fewer companies and higher premiums, and some of them are sky-high.
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Peruvians face mounting prices for food and fuel amid nationwide blockades and protests. Find out more.
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The pandemic hit Hong Kong’s tailoring industry hard. Many tailors are struggling to stay afloat. Find out how.
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China’s economic prospects in 2023 look promising according to Anthony Chan, former Chief Economist at JPMorgan Chase & Co., as the country reopens to the world. “Assuming the number of COVID infections during the new year is manageable,” 4.4% growth as the IMF projects […]
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Southwest Airlines reported a net loss of $220 million in the 4th quarter of last year, following that holiday stretch of chaotic travel disruptions. The company has admitted some fault in the travel chaos, and is cooperating with the government investigation.
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The Biden administration has made this latest commitment to Ukraine as the U.S. hits its borrowing limits. Meanwhile hardline conservatives are demanding spending cuts as the price of preventing Washington defaulting. See the latest.
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Long Island City in the borough of Queens is the fastest growing Asian neighborhood in New York. A large number of migrants to Long Island City are recent graduates and Chinese students. Find out more.
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See why AI is still an investment, despite tech layoffs.
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Hurricane Ian now ranks as the third costliest hurricane ever to hit the U.S. with damage estimated near $113 billion. The federal government has so far paid out more than $4.5 billion in disaster aid, but recovery remains slow. See more.
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