With nearly 13 million women-owned small businesses in the US, access to funding remains a challenge, especially for minority women entrepreneurs. As part of our Black History Month series, we delve into the efforts of one woman dedicated to supporting women of color in starting […]
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In the past year, tens of thousands of asylum seekers have arrived in New York City, mainly from South and Central America, along with a significant number from Africa. Officials acknowledge the strain on city resources, particularly concerning the limited access to basic services for […]
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Violence on Mexico’s highways is escalating, prompting concerns from the country’s truckers who are advocating for increased protection. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock shows how trucking unions are appealing to the government for assistance.
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Brazil, this year’s president of the G20, wants social inequality to be at the center of the group’s discussions and action in 2024. This is one of the key themes in the meeting of finance ministers and central bankers happening this week in São Paulo. […]
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Ten notable Asian American women who have excelled in their fields were honored for their career achievements and for breaking the “bamboo ceiling” at a gala event in Hollywood this week. The annual “Outstanding Asian American Women Who Dared” event is organized by One World […]
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The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development released its latest report on Mexico’s economy this week, highlighting the opportunities Mexico has for taking full advantage of its geographic proximity to the giant economy of the United States. CGTN’s Franc Contreras brings us the latest from […]
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Spring Break is just weeks away. It’s a time when college students around the world go on holiday. In the U.S., one popular destination for springtime revelry is saying don’t come here, despite the potential influx of revenue. Officials in Miami Beach, Florida have determined the […]
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There’s a natural resource that fights pollution and could potentially help vegetation grow. It’s widely available worldwide, yet few people likely recognize its true worth. As CGTN’s Mark Niu reports, this miraculous material comes right from the top of our very own heads.
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The brutal 1955 murder of Emmett Till, a Black teenager visiting Sumner, Mississippi from Chicago, sparked global condemnation and disgust. The acquittal of two white men in the trial that followed, caused further shock and anger, becoming a flashpoint in the civil rights movement. Recent […]
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Arab-American voters are expected to rebuke U.S. President Joe Biden over his support for Israel against Hamas in the Michigan Democratic presidential primary on Tuesday, Feb. 27.
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Ecuador is now the third Latin American country to allow physician-assisted deaths, joining Colombia and Cuba. The legal team involved in the case that changed Ecuador’s law discus what this change means for the country.
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CGTN’s Frances Kuo traveled to San Diego, California to speak with environmental advocates and analysts about their work in protecting the local environment.
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Marshall’s Music and Bookstore in the southern U.S. state of Mississippi has been in business for more than 80 years, making it the oldest Black-owned bookstore in the country.
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Migration in Latin America and the Caribbean has changed dramatically in the last decade, according to the United Nations.
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Latest government figures out of Mexico show around 60 percent of the country is experiencing moderate to severe drought, with conditions expected to get even worse.
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A young Black woman is breaking new barriers in motorcycle racing.
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Thousands rallied on Sunday, Feb. 25, in São Paulo in support of Jair Bolsonaro.
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As the dust settles in South Carolina following Donald Trump’s Republican presidential primary defeat over Nikki Haley in her home state, she’s vowing to stay in the race.
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The Spring Festival holiday period has come to a close. And one of the largest celebrations in America took place across the San Francisco Bay Area.
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No country in the Americas has a bigger EV share of new car sales than Costa Rica. But the tropical tourist destination is still lagging behind in emission-free public transport. Increased collaboration with China, the global leader in EV sales, is now set to […]
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Chinese New Year celebrations continue throughout the month of February in many theme parks across the United States. One of the most popular locations to celebrate the Year of the Loong (Dragon) is Universal Studios in Hollywood.
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Colombians in Bogota celebrated the Chinese Lantern Festival this weekend. The event was hosted by the Chinese Embassy and the Colombian and Chinese Chamber of Commerce.
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The U.S. has announced new sanctions against Russia in response to the death of imprisoned opposition activist Alexei Navalny and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This is the largest package of U.S. sanctions since the conflict in Ukraine began two years ago.
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The United Nations Secretary General says it’s “high time for peace” in Ukraine. Speaking at the UN on Friday, Antonio Guterres joined several foreign ministers for the two-year anniversary of the start of the Ukraine-Russia conflict. At least 10,500 civilians have died in Ukraine […]
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In Haiti, the UN says rape is being used as a weapon of war, with gangs engaging in collective sexual assaults to consolidate power and control. Officials say rape with impunity is increasing at an alarming rate. CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez brings us the […]
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Luxury electric vehicle maker Lotus Technology marked a milestone on Friday, Feb. 23, listing on the tech-heavy Nasdaq exchange in New York. Trading through a special-purpose acquisition company called L Catterton Asia Acquisition Corp, Lotus Tech made its debut in U.S. markets. The […]
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As the United States continues its crackdown on undocumented immigration, Mexico continues to receive large numbers of migrants. A new report from Mexico’s Interior Ministry shows a steep increase of Venezuelans and Africans in Mexico. More from CGTN’s Franc Contreras in Mexico City. For more, […]
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The United States has announced it will reimpose oil sanctions against Venezuela, collapsing expected growth projections for 2024. The U.S. decision has caused concern among local merchants who are worried that they will see their incomes diminished. Correspondent Mary Triny Mena has more details from […]
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Beginning this week, Brazilians and Chinese will be able to obtain tourist and business visas with a 10-year duration to visit each other’s countries. It is hoped that this extension of time will help boost business and tourism between the two nations. Our correspondent Paulo […]
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Mexico’s beach resort of Acapulco is still picking up the pieces, following the most devastating hurricane in its history that hit last fall. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports on the long road to recovery. For more, check out our exclusive content on CGTN Now and subscribe […]
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The meeting of the G20 Foreign Ministers in Rio de Janeiro wrapped up after two days of discussions on global security and the reform of global governance institutions.
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Every February, the annual Havana International Book Fair showcases some of the finest literature from Cuba and around the world.
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Major donor countries like the U.S. and Germany suspended payments, pending the results of a UN probe into allegations that around 12 UNRWA staff members participated in the October 7th Hamas attacks on Israel.
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The court ruled that frozen embryos created through invitro fertilization – are legally children.
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African American athletes have long broken barriers in the U-S. And now a young Black woman is breaking new barriers, on two wheels.
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Foreign ministers from G20 countries opened two days of talks in Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday Feb. 21, ahead of the group’s summit that will take place there in November.
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The U.S. state of California has been pounded by its third major atmospheric river storm of the season, bringing unprecedented rainfall that has once again pushed the infrastructure to its limits.
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In San Francisco, the tech community is anxiously watching how some high-profile legal cases concerning artificial intelligence are playing out.
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Tensions are running high between Brazil and Israel after Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva compared Israel’s actions in Gaza to Hitler’s actions during the Holocaust. Paulo Cabral reports from Sao Paulo, Brazil.
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Here’s what happened at the NBA all-star game last weekend. Dan Williams reports from Indianapolis.
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37 million California residents have been put on a flood watch amid back-to-back storms that could trigger more mudflows and landslides in many parts of the state. It comes after two previous atmospheric river storms already left widespread damage to homes, vehicles and infrastructure. Ediz […]
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As shoppers increasingly turn away from brick-and-mortar stores relying on e-commerce to meet their consumer needs, more online options are becoming available. In parts of the Americas, those options now include a major player from Asia. Alasdair Baverstock reports on the impact of Chinese retailer […]
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Mexico’s recent crackdown on undocumented migration has led to notable changes at the U.S. border, including closures and traffic slowdowns. However, rather than decreasing, migrant flows have shifted strategies, as highlighted by CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock.
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A New York City judge’s recent decision, demanding Donald Trump to pay approximately $355 million in a civil fraud trial, adds to a series of legal troubles for the former U.S. President. CGTN’s Poppie Mphuthing reports.
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The NBA All-Star Game is a festival for basketball fans worldwide. The best basketball players in the world are gathered in Indianapolis this weekend for the game. One of the key players taking part is Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics. In an […]
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A U.S. study released last month estimates that 64,000 women and girls became pregnant from rape in states that have implemented abortion bans. The research has reignited the debate about a women’s right to choose. But anti-abortion groups in one of the most restrictive states say the data […]
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This fall, Colombia will host the next United Nations Biodiversity Conference, also known as COP16. The high-level ministerial meeting is meant to guide global action to halt and reverse the loss of nature by protecting the planet and restoring lost ecosystems. But the host […]
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Pop star Taylor Swift has donated one hundred thousand dollars to a ‘Go Fund Me’ account for the family of the woman killed in the shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl celebration parade. Lisa Lopez-Galvan was a 43-year-old radio DJ, and Swift’s boyfriend […]
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Next week, the G20 Foreign Ministers meeting will take place at Marina da Gloria in Rio de Janeiro. This is the first major meeting of the G20 under Brazil’s presidency. The year-long agenda will focus on President Lula da Silva’s key priorities: hunger, sustainable development, […]
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Chinese New Year celebrations continue throughout the month of February in many theme parks across the United States. Among the most popular celebrations is the Mulan New Year’s parade in Disneyland Adventure Park in Southern California. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan visited the festivities in Anaheim.
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