Organ transplants are being revolutionized. A successful surgery at the University of Maryland in Baltimore makes animal organ transplants into humans more of a reality. But there are ethical questions to be explored. CGTN’s Caroline Malone reports.
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The U.S. federal trial of three former police officers involved in George Floyd’s death began in the U.S. state of Minnesota on Thursday. They are charged with abusing their positions to deprive Floyd of his civil rights. CGTN’s Dan Williams reports.
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The U.S. state of New York faces a crisis as a national ban on evictions is lifted. The ban started in 2020 to protect tenants unemployed due to COVID-19. New York hopes to secure new support for those at risk of losing their homes. Sarah […]
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Putting on a Winter Olympics spectacle is already a monumental task. COVID-19 and souring U.S.-China relations make it that much more difficult. Diplomats and Olympic organizers briefed the press on how the games are shaping up. CGTN’s Sean Callebs reports.
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The Sundance Film Festival kicks off on Thursday as a virtual event for the second year in a row. Organizers canceled plans for a hybrid approach as nationwide cases of COVID-19 hit an all-time high. CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan reports.
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With the Beijing Winter Olympics fast approaching, there’s understandably concern about the potential impact of the coronavirus Omicron variant. CGTN’s Gerald Tan has the Gist on what’s in place to mitigate the risks.
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The U.S. federal trial of three former police officers involved in the death of George Floyd in May 2020 begins in Saint Paul, Minnesota on Thursday.
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Last week alone the World Health Organization recorded a staggering 18 million cases of the Omicron Variant. The World Health Organization is particularly concerned about poorer countries with low vaccination rates. CGTN’s Jim Spellman has the latest.
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The U.S. state of California has been in a drought for two straight years.
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A new United Nations report finds many children in Colombia are still victims of armed conflict five years after the signing of a peace deal with the country’s major rebel group FARC.
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Microsoft announced it’s planning to acquire Activision Blizzard for 68.7 billion dollars in the biggest gaming industry deal ever.
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The British man killed in Texas over the weekend after reportedly taking four Jewish worshipers hostage was known to U.K. intelligence.
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The very latest in retail technology and supply chain solutions are highlights at this year’s U.S. National Retail Federation conference in New York.
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Brazil has started administering COVID-19 vaccines for children between the ages of five to 11. Thousands of kids were getting their first shot this week, as the Omicron variant is fueling a surge in cases across the country.
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Community groups in U.S. are helping people on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Some volunteer-run organizations are setting up homes for the thousands of Afghan refugees.
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With infection rates once again increasing, some school districts have been forced to move lessons online. The decision to keep schools open in other regions has not been universally welcomed.
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A new generation of young investors is using social media to become “market influencers.” These social media stars have captured big audiences and big profits with their investment advice videos.
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In Alaskan city of Whittier, nearly all city’s 200-some residents are living inside a 14-story building. The city is facing a serious existential threat posed by the climate crisis.
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China Media Group’s (CMG) Spring Festival Gala has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s most watched TV program since its debut in 1983. For decades it has been a ritual for many Chinese families, at home and overseas, to watch the show on […]
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Some three-quarters of Mexican households were affected by liquefied petroleum gas strikes as prices of the fuel soared around the world last year. Mexico’s government assumed a ‘take charge’ approach. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports.
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Colombia is home to the world’s third largest internally displaced population after Congo and Syria. Five years after the peace deal to end the armed conflict between the government and the oldest rebel group in Latin America, violence continues disrupt to Colombia. CGTN Correspondent […]
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California, the biggest state in the U.S., has surpassed six million COVID-19 cases. The latest surge comes at a time of delayed school openings and staff shortages in many public and private institutions. On Wednesday, Governor Gavin Newsom called on the National Guard to take up […]
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As China prepares to host the 2022 Winter Olympic Games in Beijing, countries around the world are looking forward to an event that may inspire future generations of athletes. And that goes for countries that don’t necessarily have a long history at the games, […]
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Just months after Broadway reopened, at least 13 shows have closed for good or been forced to go on hiatus because of a spike in COVID-19 cases. Illness among cast members and falling audience numbers have left some of New York’s theaters losing money. […]
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The Coronavirus pandemic has led to a dramatic increase in the number of people interested in outdoors activities. Mountain biking is one such sport that’s gaining massive popularity. In Mexico, mountain bikers and communities located in forest lands are confronting the difficult question of […]
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Bill de Blasio was elected as New York City’s 109th mayor in 2013 on a pledge to address inequality. After serving two terms the progressive Democrat left office at the end of 2021 and is now reportedly considering whether to run for governor. De […]
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Florida Republican lawmakers have introduced a bill that would ban abortion after fifteen weeks of pregnancy. Similar bills have been considered in the past and failed, but this time could be different. It has more support from state politicians and the Republican Party nationwide.
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The American Red Cross has declared the nation is facing the first blood crisis in over a decade amid the pandemic. Some centers are reporting less than a one-day supply of critical blood types.
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See how the COVID-19 polices have changed in New York City and D.C.
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Venezuelans are spending up to a third less on food. As the economic crisis continues, many people in the country are being forced to prioritize other things over food.
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The second-highest recorded temperature since 1906 hit the city of Buenos Aires on Tuesday. The country is now dealing with power cuts amid a COVID surge.
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New covid cases in New York City appear to be easing, but restaurants there are still feeling the pinch. Eateries across the city are seeing a drop in demand. Find out more.
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With the Omicron coronavirus variant circulating, Colombia is a seeing a sharp rise in confirmed COVID-19 cases in the new year. See the latest.
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The World’s largest technology show has wrapped up in Las Vegas, with 3,100 exhibitors showcasing more than 20,000 new products. CGTN’s Mark Niu sums up this year’s CES experience.
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As the Omicron COVID-19 variant takes hold in Mexico, the country is breaking new infection records. And, Mexican President said he has COVID-19 for second time.
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Sunday’s deadly fire in New York City that killed 17 is being blamed on a space heater. Authorities say heavy smoke made it difficult for residents to escape, and for fire crews to battle the flames. See the latest.
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Since Hallie Carmen was in high school, she dreamed to work at the Beijing Winter Olympics. And she’s using her love of China and her Mandarin skills to “advertise” herself in hopes of realizing her dream. Find out more.
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A Chinese immigrant, hospitalized in New York for eight months following a brutal attack, has died. It happened amid a wave of racially motivated attacks against Asian Americans last year. And a man was charged with several felonies. Now advocates say those charges should include murder. See the latest.
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The biggest U.S. companies are facing fines, starting Monday January 10th, if they don’t enforce a COVID-19 vaccination and testing mandate. The government will start penalizing firms with more than 100 employees if their staff aren’t fully vaccinated – or if unvaccinated, conduct regular […]
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As the world enters 2022, climate change and its effects on the globe are ever more present problems that need facing. And in Mexico, where the effects are already being felt more strongly, the response of the government and society is more vital than […]
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A Colombian man on Friday became the first person in Latin America to undergo euthanasia for a non-terminal illness. Victor Escobar said he felt “immense tranquility” and had no fear of what was to come as he was slowly sedated. His death marked the end […]
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Cryptocurrencies as a payment method are gaining ground in Latin America, but one country stands out among them. Venezuela’s economic crisis has pushed many citizens to turn to cryptos to preserve their weakened incomes.
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Hotels in New York say the surge in cases of the COVID-19 Omicron variant led to mass cancellations over the holiday season. Some hotels are also struggling to recruit staff in the face of a national labor shortage. But industry leaders say the situation is still […]
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Natural disasters and political turmoil in Latin America led to a huge number of people fleeing their homelands in 2021. Many, hoping to reach the United States, are passing through Mexico. Officials there say record numbers of migrants are seeking asylum.
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U.S. unemployment has fallen to the lowest level since the pandemic began and after a year of what the Biden administration calls record job gains. Even though December’s employment increase fell far short of expectations, many analysts say the economy is in good shape. […]
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The U.S. Supreme Court has heard arguments on whether two key White House vaccine mandates can proceed. What justices decide will impact millions of employees and healthcare workers.
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The world’s largest personal electronics show continues in Las Vegas. While some major companies pulled out, there are still thousands of others doing their best to carve out a new path in the tech world, no matter how small or large their device.
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It’s been a year since the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol, when supporters of former President Donald Trump tried to overrun Congress and overturn the election. House and Senate members gathered to remember the events, while a right-wing group organized vigils to […]
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On the 12th day of Christmas – Mexico held a royal celebration for “Three Kings Day.”
January 6th means food, festivals, and more presents. And one charity in Mexico City made sure no child missed out. Find out more.
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