The world’s largest personal electronics convention, CES, in Las Vegas features spectacular and innovative displays from companies focused on helping people live more efficient lives. Artificial intelligence has been playing a key role in their efforts. Mark Niu reports.
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The City of Los Angeles has declared an emergency, as powerful winds fuel an explosive wildfire in the coastal Pacific Palisades neighborhood forcing 30,000 residents to evacuate.
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The world’s largest personal electronics show officially kicked off in Las Vegas on Tuesday, Jan. 7. Some heavyweight tech industry leaders made appearances, as well as companies from all over the world. Check it out.
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See the latest after 2025’s first big snowstorm.
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CGTN America is on the exhibit floor at CES 2025, sharing the latest gadgets and technology.
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See some of the latest innovations on display at the Consumer Electronics Show 2025.
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See the latest news on the polar vortex and blizzard that has hit many U.S. states.
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New Orleans may be back to business as usual following the deadly attack on people celebrating New Year’s Eve in the city, but families of the 14 victims and the wider community say they won’t forget the worst possible start to 2025. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock […]
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The city of New Orleans is working to recover following a deadly truck attack on New Year’s Day — and its residents are attempting to get back to some sense of normalcy. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock has more from New Orleans.
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In San Francisco, art enthusiasts are getting their first look at one of China’s greatest painters — Qi Baishi. His work is being viewed as a bridge between Chinese ink painting and Western audiences. CGTN’s Mark Niu has details.
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The FBI now says it believes the driver of a pickup truck that barreled through a crowd of New Year’s celebrants in New Orleans, Louisiana, in the early hours of 2025 acted alone. He was ultimately shot dead by police, but not before killing 14 […]
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Just days into a new year, the New Orleans terror attack and Las Vegas vehicle explosion have put the U.S. on high alert, particularly Washington D.C. – the focus of significant presidential events in the coming days and weeks. CGTN’s Owen Fairclough has more.
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2024 saw a historic jump in homelessness across the United States. Federal data shows a record increase in the number of unhoused people for a second year in a row. Officials point to financial instability and a surge in asylum seekers and natural disasters. […]
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Learn more about the life of former President Jimmy Carter, who died on Dec. 29, 2024 at 100 years old.
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See what 2024 was like for President-elect Donald Trump.
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U.S. President-elect Donald Trump filed a legal brief on Friday, urging the Supreme Court to consider pausing a law that could see TikTok banned.
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While the numbers have edged lower in recent years – they remain near the record highs seen during the pandemic.
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CGTN correspondent Ediz Tiyansan takes a look at another year that broke the record for hottest temperatures on record, resulting in more extreme weather events across the Americas.
Read More...2024 was a landmark year for space exploration, with milestones like China’s lunar research. Private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin also made strides, while Boeing faced setbacks with its Starliner program.
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The U.S. stock market was dominated by three things in 2024. The return of Donald Trump to the political stage, the rise of artificial intelligence and the resurrection of crypto values, particularly Bitcoin.
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Recession risks are still elevated heading into 2025, according to analysts who cite inflation and tariffs as the biggest threats to economic stability.
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Working mothers around the world know all-too-well the struggle of achieving a work/life balance. And in the U.S., there’s new data shedding light on just how tough their juggling act has become, and its toll on their mental health. CGTN’S Poppie Mphuthing shares the story.
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2024 was a complex year between the world’s two largest economies. CGTN’s Nathan King looks back on China-U.S. relations over the past year.
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Multilateralism and cooperation remain key to China’s vision at the United Nations.
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A whole host of countries and industries are already preparing for the potential impacts of a trade dispute next year. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to impose a blanket 60% tariffs on goods from China. When Trump imposed tariffs on China imports in his […]
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U.S President-elect Donald Trump has pledged significant increases in tariffs on goods from Mexico, Canada, and China, which could lead to higher costs for American businesses and consumers. CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez reports.
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The adage that elections are ultimately about the economy was never more apt for the U.S. in 2024. Growth largely outperformed expectations, and the forecast for 2025 is also robust. But recession chances remain elevated heading into 2025, according to some analysts that say […]
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The Port of Los Angeles recently became the first U.S. seaport, airport or border crossing to top $30 billion in two-way trade in one month, according to an analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data. China accounts for nearly 37% of that trade, but ahead of […]
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In 2024, technology took a gigantic leap forward, especially in artificial intelligence. But rapid advancements also have governments and the industry strategizing how to best keep it safe. Mark Niu reports.
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Winter weather advisories stretched across 23 U.S. states this week as severe storms bring heavy rain and snow. In California, a rare tornado struck a town near San Francisco, adding to the extreme weather chaos. CGTN’s Poppie Mphuthing reports.
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Brazilian-Chinese relations began in 1812 when Chinese tea cultivators arrived in Brazil to establish tea production under Portuguese rule. While the tea initiative was short-lived, it marked the start of enduring ties between the two nations. CGTN’s Lucrecia Franco reports from Rio de Janeiro.
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It’s been called “the biggest night in gaming,” streamed live to over 100 million people. The Game Awards 2024 awarded its top prize to “Astro Bot,” chosen from a shortlist that included the first-ever Chinese game to be nominated. Ediz Tiyansan reports from Los Angeles.
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In Haiti, a wave of gang violence has left hundreds dead and communities reeling. In Cité Soleil, nearly 200 residents were massacred by a notorious gang leader in a brutal attack fueled by superstition. Meanwhile, in Petite Rivière de l’Artibonite, another night of terror claimed […]
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The murder of a U.S. healthcare chief executive last week on the streets of New York has created a public backlash over the cost and limits of medical treatment. But the case is also raising questions about gun control.
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As U.S. President Joe Biden’s term nears its end, he is advocating for a regulation requiring airlines to compensate passengers for lengthy delays and cancellations. This proposed measure aims to address the financial and emotional toll of travel disruptions. CGTN’s Owen Fairclough reports.
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More on the latest violence in Haiti.
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The traditional celebration of the Chinese New Year has now been recognized as part of Humankind’s Intangible Cultural Heritage. The distinction was awarded at the United Nations Scientific, Cultural, and Educational Agency – UNESCO – during a meeting in Paraguay’s capital, Asunción. CGTN’s Paulo Cabral […]
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CES, the world’s largest consumer electronics show, will kick off in January in Las Vegas. While Chinese companies have always been a big part of the show, there are concerns that this year may be different. CGTN’s Mark Niu explains.
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After negotiating for more than two years, UN members could not find an agreement on what would have been the first-ever global legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution. One of the main points of divergence was a possible clause on “mandatory caps on plastic […]
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Some experts are warning that Donald Trump’s threat to slap 100 percent tariffs on BRICS nations trying to move away from the U.S. dollar in international trade – could backfire. The nine-member alliance, which includes China, Brazil, Russia, and India, has discussed such a move […]
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Bitcoin investors were jubilant this Thursday, Dec. 5, after the cryptocurrency’s value topped $100,000 for the first time. The peak was triggered partly by president-elect Donald Trump announcing a crypto advocate to run financial regulator, the Securities and Exchange Commission. And that raises questions about […]
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The Chinese New Year celebration has been officially designated as part of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This prestigious recognition was granted during a UNESCO meeting in Asunción, Paraguay. The acknowledgment highlights the cultural significance of the traditional festival, celebrated globally with diverse customs […]
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Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the largest shopping days of the year in the U.S., have now come and gone. But the buying frenzy isn’t over, as companies are exploring new avenues to make sales. Mark Niu reports from San Francisco.
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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau returned home Saturday, Nov. 30, after a trip to Florida and a meeting with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump the day before.
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Venezuela has become the first country in Latin America to lose all its glaciers. The final one was downgraded to an icefield earlier this year. The change, blamed on global warming, has altered the landscape markedly. CGTN’s Stephen Gibbs reports from the city of Merida.
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The first cargo ship has left a Chinese-built port on the Peruvian coast bound for China. Dan Collyns has the story from Lima, Peru.
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Experts are warning of a global trade war if Donald Trump carries through with threats of hefty tariffs on some of the top trading partners of the United States. CGTN’s Toni Waterman has more
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The Latin American e-commerce platform MercadoLibre has set the pace this year for growth and investment. The business, founded in Argentina, dominates online sales in the region. CGTN’s Joel Richards reports from where it all started in Buenos Aires.
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Venezuela has become the first country in Latin America to lose all its glaciers. The final one was downgraded to an icefield earlier this year. The change, blamed on global warming, has altered the landscape markedly. CGTN’s Stephen Gibbs reports from the city of Merida.
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Black Friday changes as in-store shopping adapts to e-commerce Web: In the U.S., Black Friday remains a crucial time to attract shoppers to retail stores. But the annual sales event has changed in recent years, moving away from the midnight doorbusters chaos to a more […]
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