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Colombia shares lessons during UN peacebuilding session

Articles of impeachment against delivered to the U.S. Senate

U.S. Democrats in the House of Representatives on Wednesday voted to send articles of impeachment to the Senate that will put President Donald Trump on trial.

Mexico’s Tequila production breaks records as demand for iconic drink grows

Tequila, one of Mexico’s most iconic products, is going through a global image change.

China-U.S. trade talks impact the tech industry

The deal is welcome news in the tech sector. Tech companies have been criticizing the tariff feud from the start.

Libya’s warring factions consider draft ceasefire in Moscow

Rival factions in Libya have failed to agree to a deal over extending a ceasefire in the country. At peace talks over the weekend in Moscow, the UN-recognized Government of National Accord signed an agreement, but the rebel commander Khalifa Haftar said he needed more […]

2019 was most violent year in Mexico since records began

2019 was the most violent year in Mexico, as the country saw more than 34,000 murder nationwide over twelve months.

Mysterious drones cause concern in western U.S.

Who is flying these mysterious drones in the U.S.?

U.S. President Donald Trump vows more economic sanctions against Iran

Explosions have been reported in Baghdad’s Green Zone, where the U.S. and other countries maintain their embassies.

Rio’s hidden man-made beach

When people think about Rio de Janeiro, what comes to mind are its beautiful famous postcard beaches. But hidden away, almost like an oasis among Rio’s slum favelas, is one beach not even most Brazilians know about.

Geopolitical Expert John Sitilides explains Iraq’s response to the U.S. following the Soleimani assassination

John Sitilides, a geopolitical expert, explains what is happening in Iraq and the U.S. response.

Here’s what Mike Pompeo told the press about the U.S.’s reasons for killing Soleimani

U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo spoke with reporters Tuesday morning about the airstrike that killed Qasem Soleimani in Iraq, the ongoing tensions between Iran and the U.S. and whether the U.S. is truly threatening to attack Iran’s cultural sites.

Here are some of the AI guidelines proposed for U.S. federal agencies by the White House

A document from the White House explained how it would make regulatory decisions, stating U.S. agencies “must consider fairness, non-discrimination, openness, transparency, safety and security” before devising new AI regulations for the private sector.

Harvey Weinstein Trial: Women outside of courthouse react to him and #MeToo movement

On Monday, the first criminal trial of former film mogul Harvey Weinstein began in New York, where he faces charges of raping one woman in 2013 and performing a forcible sex act on a different woman in 2006.

Here’s the impact of Australian bushfires – by the numbers

For five months the Australian bushfires have ravaged the country, leading to at least 25 deaths.

Criminal trial to begin Monday for Harvey Weinstein

On Monday, Harvey Weinstein is set to go on trial in New York. The criminal case against the U.S. movie mogul comes two-years after allegations of sexual assault were leveled against him – charges he denies.

Death toll rises to 24 in Australian fires as residents take stock of damage

Cooler temperatures and calmer winds gave weary firefighters a break on Sunday, but the respite will only be temporary.

Navy deployed to rescue people from Australia fires

Tens of thousands of people in southeast Australia were urged to evacuate this week, as soaring temperatures and strong winds raised the risks posed by wildfires. Over 200 fires are burning across several states in the country. Ten deaths have been confirmed this week alone […]

Democrats and Republicans continue to butt heads on impeachment trial

As Congress reconvened for the New Year, lawmakers clashed over how President Trump’s impeachment trial in should proceed.

Flooding hits Indonesia capital

Indonesia’s capital of Jakarta is struggling with its worst flooding in decades.

Trump says Iranian general was plotting ‘imminent and sinister attacks’

U.S. President Donald Trump Friday said Iranian general Soleimani was plotting “imminent and sinister attacks” and “we caught him in the act and terminated him.”

The situation in Iraq explained in under 2 minutes

CGTN spoke with Michael O’Hanlon, a U.S. defense strategy expert from the Brookings Institution, and he broke down the current situation in Iraq.

What led to the Australian wildfires?

Australia is facing the worst bushfires in decades. Since fire season began last September, large parts of the country have been devastated.

Iraq’s protest movement: What caused these anti-government demonstrations?

CGTN spoke with the former interim Iraqi Prime Minister, Dr. Ayad Allawi, to get his perspective on why they happened and how the country might be able to move forward.

Tumbleweeds trap cars, block Washington state highway

A Washington state highway was closed down after several cars were trapped in tumbleweeds.

David Stern, former Commissioner of the National Basketball Association

Fmr. NBA Commissioner David Stern passes away

Stern was instrumental in reforming and growing the popularity of the NBA in the U.S. and internationally to a multibillion-dollar industry during his 30-year term as commissioner.

Rio’s New Year Celebrations draws almost 3 million to Copacabana Beach

Rio de Janeiro’s New Year Celebration is only the city’s second biggest party after Carnival.And this year’s $2.5 million bash rang in 2020 with the usual revelry superstition and religious traditions.

Researchers in California hope new data can show how embers spread

In the past few years, California has experienced some of the deadliest wildfires in its history.

Australia starts New Year with deadly fires

The mayor of Sydney defended his decision to press ahead with the Australian city’s New Year’s Eve celebrations even as deadly wildfires burned nearby.

Trump to sign ‘Phase One’ China trade deal

President Donald Trump has tweeted he will sign a “comprehensive Phase One Trade Deal with China on January 15.”

This is the scene of militiamen breaking into the US Embassy in Baghdad

The assault on the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad reflects the tangled diplomatic ties in Iraq. Iraq has struggled to balance its relationships with the U.S. and Iran, but embassy incursion “signaled a sharp deterioration of U.S.-Iraq relations, the AP reported.

UN appeals for aid as the number of people in need grows

The U.N. says the number of people in need of help reached record highs in 2019.

Two U.S. towns endure in the heart of Brazil’s jungle

The Ford car company was booming in the 1920’s. As the company grew, so did the need for latex to make rubber tires. Henry Ford’s solution was to build two American towns in the heart of Brazil’s Amazon jungle. The project hit snags… but the towns are still standing.

From Beijing to Zhangjiakou: China’s newest high-speed train line

From Beijing to Zhangjiakou in less than an hour, take a look at China’s newest high-speed railway, which officially opened Monday, Dec. 30.

A Sudanese woman carries a portrait of the teacher Ahmed al-Khair as she celebrates outside the court in Omdurman

Sudan court sentences 29 intelligence agents to death in teacher killing

A Sudanese court sentenced 29 members of the national intelligence service to death for the killing of Ahmed al-Khair, a teacher placed in detention during anti-government protests earlier this year

US representative and civil rights leader diagnosed with cancer

U.S. representative and civil rights leader John Lewis will be undergoing treatment for stage IV pancreatic cancer.

Samoa lifts measles state of emergency

After six weeks, Samoa ended emergency measures to contain a deadly outbreak of measles.

The biggest natural disasters of 2019

Some of the biggest stories we covered this year were about natural disasters. Forest fires scorched the Earth. Storms raged.

Beijing supporters criticize US over Hong Kong Human Rights Bill

Pro-Beijing supporters in Hong Kong are criticizing the United States. Dozens rallied outside the U.S. consulate.

US Congress releases report on Trump impeachment inquiry

The U-S Congress is one step closer to impeaching President Trump. The House Intelligence Committee released a report saying evidence of misconduct by Trump is “overwhelming.”

Heightened tensions kick off NATO Summit in London

In London, tensions have erupted at a NATO Summit. The event was designed to celebrate the alliance’s 70th anniversary. But it kicked off with clashes among some of the leaders.

Trump threatens steel, aluminum tariffs on Brazil and Argentina

U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to widen the global trade war with steel and aluminum tariffs on Brazil and Argentina, to protect American farmers from what he says is damage from currency devaluations.

Activists work to remove the stigma around HIV

In California, our correspondent Ediz Tiyansan spoke to activists and experts about the stigma attached to HIV. Here is what they had to say.

World leaders prepare for 70th anniversary NATO summit

U.S. President Donald Trump heads to NATO summit amid impeachment inquiry back home.

UNAIDS calls to continue to eradicate HIV

The United Nations marks World AIDS day with calls for more action to eradicate the disease.

Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador marks one year in power in Mexico

Mexico’s President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador marks one-year in office on December first. Despite widespread support, Mexico still faces troubling social issues, including drug violence and a slumping economy.

Global marchers demand urgent action ahead of UN climate conference

Massive demonstrations around the world call for urgent action on climate change as the UN prepares to hold its annual climate conference in Madrid.

Earthquake ravaged towns in Albania begin rebuilding

Rescue efforts are winding down in Albania after this week’s deadly earthquake. 49 people are dead and hundreds injured.

Black Friday: How US retail stacks up against China’s Singles’ Day

There’s big money involved in what’s come to be known as Black Friday – and a lot of it is now happening online.

Bolivia’s new leadership attempts to calm political waters

This week a military parade was held in La Paz in honor of President Jeanine Ãnez, as is the tradition in Bolivia for any new head of state. But for some the images of the new President embracing senior military leaders were uncomfortable.

Aftershock in Albania as quake deaths rise to 45

Albania experiences another aftershock while the death toll increases since a Tuesday quake. Search efforts winding down as hope for more survivors fades.

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