Migrants caught illegally entering the U.S. from Haiti will be returned by boat. Learn more.

U.S. will continue policy of returning migrants who enter illegally from Haiti

Remembering Columbine high school shooting victims 25 years later.

Family members honor Columbine victims 25 years after mass shooting

In this election year in the United States, polls consistently rank immigration as a top concern among voters. Amid an influx of migrants, many American communities are struggling to manage their needs. That includes hospitals, which regularly provide uncompensated care for these new arrivals. CGTN’s Hendrik Sybrandy reports.

Local hospitals face impact of migrant influx

The United Nations says an estimated nearly 100,000 people have fled the violence in Port-au-Prince in the past month. There is a political void in Haiti and many can no longer wait as gangs launch regular attacks in the city. CGTN’s Harold Isaac reports.

Over 100,000 Haitians flee Port-au-Prince the past 30 days

Gun shows are a common and unique pastime across many parts of the United States. An estimated 5,000 are held every single year. For decades, the firearms sold at those gun shows haven’t required background checks. That loophole is now closing. The move is rankling some gun enthusiasts, who question how effective background checks really are. CGTN’s Toni Waterman reports.

How effective are background checks for U.S. gun ownership?

Ahead of the U.S. election in November, social media has been on high alert for a technology that threatens to disrupt fair voting. As CGTN’s Mark Niu reports, AI and deepfakes are getting more sophisticated, but researchers are working on new ways to detect them.

Experts warn of AI and deepfakes ahead of U.S. election

In Chicago, tens of thousands of migrants have arrived in the city from the southern border just in the last couple of years. Many have a long wait for a work permit and that has led to a growing informal economy.

Chicago street vendors navigate informal economy

Web Summit Rio wrapped up on Thursday setting records for attendance. Beyond promoting networking and deal-making, the mega tech conference also showed how large companies and small startups are tackling climate change. CGTN’s Lucrecia Franco in Rio spoke with two of them.

Web Summit Rio wraps up

Over the past few decades, Cuba has seen the steady aging of its population. Experts say its become a major demographic challenge impacting the country socially and economically. CGTN’s Luis Chirino takes a look at this phenomenon affecting the Caribbean island nation.

Cuba’s aging population

The United Nations is celebrating Chinese Language Day this week with a performance by Chinese singer and superstar Zhou Shen. Chinese is one of the official languages used by the world body, and the day is an ode to diversity at the UN. CGTN’s Jody Jacobs has more from the United Nations in New York.

The United Nations celebrates Chinese Language Day

April 20th marks the Chinese Language Day at the United Nations, celebrating multilingualism and cultural diversity as well as to promote the use of the Chinese language.

Chinese Language Day: Honoring multilingualism

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.”

Scientists predict “extremely active” Atlantic hurricane season

Digital Originals

Paintings buried for 2,000 years see daylight

See the latest archeological find in Pompeii, Italy.

How dangerous are large ships? Here’s what the data tells us

Learn more about the number of large marine casualties and incidents that happen each year.

Everyone drinks water, but do we really taste it?

CGTN’s Frances Kuo shares her experience as a judge in a water tasting competition. See what she learned.

Warning signs for Trump, Biden as they inch closer towards clinching their nominations

Donald Trump and Joe Biden comfortably won their respective party primaries in Michigan on Feb. 27. However, the results revealed concerns for both candidates in their pursuit to win the swing state of Michigan in the November presidential election. Close to 900,000 people turned out […]

The Heat

The Heat: U.S. Politics

Former U.S. President Donald Trump was back in a New York courtroom on Monday for the start of his so-called ‘hush money’ criminal trial. Attorneys for both the prosecution and the defense delivered their opening statements and a former publisher took the stand as the first […]

The Heat: IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings

Pakistan and Egypt: two countries working to improve their economies amid global challenges.

The Heat: IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings

The IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings. What’s on the agenda?

The Heat: IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings

The IMF says the global economy remains resilient and raised its global growth forecast to 3.2% this year. The report comes as finance leaders are gathering in Washington, D.C. for the IMF/World Bank Spring meetings. We discuss inflation, climate change and mounting global debt with: […]

Family members honor Columbine victims 25 years after mass shooting

Remembering Columbine high school shooting victims 25 years later.

U.S. will continue policy of returning migrants who enter illegally from Haiti

Migrants caught illegally entering the U.S. from Haiti will be returned by boat. Learn more.

The United Nations celebrates Chinese Language Day

The United Nations is celebrating Chinese Language Day this week with a performance by Chinese singer and superstar Zhou Shen. Chinese is one of the official languages used by the world body, and the day is an ode to diversity at the UN. CGTN’s Jody Jacobs has more from the United Nations in New York.

Web Summit Rio wraps up

Web Summit Rio wrapped up on Thursday setting records for attendance. Beyond promoting networking and deal-making, the mega tech conference also showed how large companies and small startups are tackling climate change. CGTN’s Lucrecia Franco in Rio spoke with two of them.

Global Business

The United Nations celebrates Chinese Language Day

The United Nations is celebrating Chinese Language Day this week with a performance by Chinese singer and superstar Zhou Shen. Chinese is one of the official languages used by the world body, and the day is an ode to diversity at the UN. CGTN’s Jody Jacobs has more from the United Nations in New York.

Over 100,000 Haitians flee Port-au-Prince the past 30 days

The United Nations says an estimated nearly 100,000 people have fled the violence in Port-au-Prince in the past month. There is a political void in Haiti and many can no longer wait as gangs launch regular attacks in the city. CGTN’s Harold Isaac reports.

Cuba’s aging population

Over the past few decades, Cuba has seen the steady aging of its population. Experts say its become a major demographic challenge impacting the country socially and economically. CGTN’s Luis Chirino takes a look at this phenomenon affecting the Caribbean island nation.

Chinese Language Day: Honoring multilingualism

April 20th marks the Chinese Language Day at the United Nations, celebrating multilingualism and cultural diversity as well as to promote the use of the Chinese language.

Big Story

Big Story – Coca Growers

The decades-long War on Drugs failed. The Colombian government is trying a new approach.

Big Story – Children Of The Border

On the Colombia-Venezuela border, dozens of children relentlessly pursue their education as they dream of a better future. Every day, they brave the indomitable terrain of the La Guajira peninsula to get to school.

Americas Now

From Puerto Rico to the World: The Enduring Legacy of El Gran Combo

In the heart of Puerto Rico’s vibrant music scene, a legendary orchestra emerged over six decades ago, destined to become a global sensation. El Gran Combo’s journey from humble beginnings to prestigious stages like the Kennedy Center is a testament to salsa music’s enduring power […]

Voices of Resilience: Challenges Faced by Indigenous Communities in the Americas

From Mexico to the Amazon rainforest, indigenous peoples confront discrimination and marginalization. In a sit-down interview with Elaine Reyes, Mirian Masaquiza highlights their barriers to accessing education, healthcare, and economic opportunities, perpetuating poverty and inequality. Despite the obstacles, indigenous communities fiercely preserve their cultural heritage […]

From Ashes to Aloha: Lahaina’s Journey of Resilience

In August 2023, the town of Lahaina, nestled on the island of Maui, was engulfed in flames as wildfires tore through its sun-dried hills. The devastation was unparalleled, claiming 94 lives and leaving behind a landscape of destruction. However, amidst the ashes, a story of […]

The Unsung Heroes of Recycling: A Look into Bogota’s Waste Pickers

In the bustling streets of Bogota, Colombia, one family stands out from the crowd—the Ochoa family. Their work is not just a means of livelihood but also a vital service to the environment. Diana and Marta, the family recyclers, navigate the streets of Bogotá, collecting […]

Full Frame

Full Frame: Plastic Pollution

Today, the world is producing twice as much plastic waste as it was two decades ago. Plastics take anywhere from 20 to 500 years to decompose. According to the United Nations, only about 9 percent of plastic in the world is recycled. Tackling microplastics Jesse […]

10 Years of Full Frame

Full Frame is marking its 10th anniversary. Full Frame started in 2014 with the mission to bring in-depth conversations and unique perspectives from the biggest newsmakers and visionaries of our time. From episode one, host Mike Walter spoke with Microsoft founder and philanthropist, Bill Gates. […]