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Prime Minister Scott Morrison defies polls to secure ‘miracle’ win

Mexican NGO aims to cut infant deaths with cardboard cribs

A project that started in Finland has now made its way to Mexico, and it was even named one of Latin America’s top 500 social and environmental projects in 2016.

Brazil’s Vice President heads to China to reaffirm commitments

Brazil’s Vice President Hamilton Mourao is set to visit China this week. Mourao will restart the China-Brazil High-Level Commission, which was suspended after the impeachment of Dilma Rousseff in 2016.

New prison program in El Salvador aims to equip inmates with job skills

One prison in El Salvador is dealing with overcrowding in a unique way

Buenos Aires museum explores centuries-old tunnels under city

Two museums in Buenos Aires focus on the history underneath the city.

Globally acclaimed architect I.M. Pei dies, aged 102

The globally acclaimed architect I.M. Pei has died. He was 102-years-old. Born Ieoh Ming Pei in China, he later moved to the United States and established a 60-year career, designing some of the world’s most recognizable buildings.

Violence, corruption among problems facing El Salvador’s incoming president

Gangs, violence, corruption and a stagnant economy are the problems Nayib Bukele will face when he takes office as El Salvador’s next president June 1.

Trade dispute with China sows fear among US soybean farmers

U.S. farmers caught in the cross-fire of the trade war with China worry about their futures.

Reaching the Red Planet: NASA aiming to get astronauts to Mars by 2033

US President Donald Trump has called on NASA to resume manned lunar missions by 2024, and is asking Congress for a $1.6 billion boost to the space agency’s budget. But American scientists are already setting their sights on getting astronauts to Mars.

US orders non-emergency personnel out of Iraq amid heightened Iran tensions

The State Department ordered all “non-emergency” workers out of Iraq. The security alert also advised U.S. citizens not to travel to Iraq. The moves come amid rising tensions with Iran.

US air safety watchdog defends record after double Boeing tragedies

U.S. air safety officials have been defending their record over two deadly Boeing crashes.

African swine fever hits every Chinese mainland province

China has been struggling to contain the outbreak of African swine fever since it was first reported last August. The disease has also crossed borders into Mongolia, Vietnam and Cambodia.

New US musical chronicles early Chinese railroad workers

Chinese railroad workers are gaining recognition as the U.S. marks 150 years of its transcontinental railroad. CGTN’s Mark Niu has this story of a new musical called ‘Gold Mountain’ about the lives of those early migrants.

Trump’s threat to cut aid to El Salvador threatens youth programs

Back in March, US President Donald Trump ordered cuts in aid to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras because he felt they weren’t doing enough to curb migration to the United States. Some in Congress are fighting to restore the funds, but their success is anything but certain.

Trump dials back aggressive stance with Iran

After weeks of escalating tensions, Washington has said it is not seeking war with Iran. The statement came after the U.S. deployed a carrier strike group and bombers to the Persian Gulf.

Mike Pompeo makes first trip to Russia as Secretary of State

A warning for Russia against interfering in the 20-20 presidential election.Just one of the high-stakes topics addressed by U-S Secretary of State Mike Pompeo with Russian President Vladimir Putin.The talks come as the two countries do NOT see eye to eye on a number of issues. CGTN’s Lucy Taylor reports from Sochi.

Huawei preps 5G phone release for UK amid controversy

Huawei prepares launch of its first 5G mobile device for United Kingdom. Upcoming release comes amid a debate in the West on cybersecurity concerns.

Utah ceremony spotlights crucial role Chinese immigrants played in US history

At Promontory Summit in Utah, the 150th anniversary of the Golden Spike featured historic re-enactments that included Chinese-American performers.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi focuses on China-Russia relations in Sochi

With the trade war with the United States heating up, China’s State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi spent Monday in Russia – cultivating a bi-lateral relationship that shows+- much greater signs of promise.

Water contaminated by pesticides causes fear in Brazil

A recent study found high levels of pesticides in the drinking water of about 25% of Brazil’s cities. These results have activists worried, with Brazilian agriculture heavily dependent on one chemical component.

US comedian uses her act to turn the spotlight on postpartum depression

A U.S. comedian is putting the spotlight on the serious problem of postpartum depression by making the subject of laughter.

US and China negotiators fail to reach agreement on trade deal

The US and China held abbreviated trade talks in Washington that failed to result in an anticipated agreement to end the trade war. Instead, Chinese negotiators take back a hardened stance from President Trump, who has ordered additional tariffs on all Chinese imports.

Border wall debate worries one community between Texas and Mexico

In the final part of the week-long series on the U.S. southern border, we go to the city of El Paso, in Texas. U.S. President Donald Trump said the wall that was built there in 2008 made the state a safer place. But the mayor said otherwise, and others believe the wall splits the community.

Hundreds of children held by pro-government militia in Nigeria are freed

A pro-government militia group in Nigeria has freed nearly 900 children it was holding to work as soldiers and other jobs, but it’s not clear how many they still have.

US, China start new round of trade negotiations with tariff hike looming

The first of two days of trade talks between China and the United States has now concluded, while a midnight deadline for an increase in tariffs is just hours away. According to President Trump, a deal is still possible, and Chinese Vice Premier Liu He has expressed hope to ‘find an optimal way to resolve’ the deadlock.

Russia marks end of World War II and remembers millions who died

Russia celebrates Victory Day, the anniversary of the day World War II ended, and remembers the millions who died in the fighting.

Growing US trade deficit with China prompts new tariffs

Donald Trump’s tariff hike on $200 Billion worth of Chinese starts May 10, the latest turn in what China calls “the largest trade war in economic history

Abuse concerns grow over the treatment of migrants at US-Mexico border

New U.S. documents reveal thousands of detained migrant children reported that they were being abused.

MIT Solve launches $30M innovation fund

MIT Solve launches a $30 million philanthropic venture fund to help solve the world’s most pressing problems.

Mothers step in as teachers after Venezuela exodus

Venezuelans have learned to survive with shortages of water, food, and medicine. Now a group of volunteer mothers is working to help with a critical shortage of teachers.

Huawei CFO’s next court date scheduled for September

It’s a trip Meng Wanzhou has become quite familiar with: the eight kilometer drive from her home in West Vancouver to British Columbia Supreme Court downtown.

System of underground tunnels dot US-Mexico border, bypassing wall

U.S. President Donald Trump said new walls will drastically reduce illegal drugs from entering the country. Some experts point out though, most narcotics enter through official crossings. But some come through other routes, including tunnels.

Chinese telecom giant Huawei in the spotlight

Chinese telecom giant Huawei finds itself in the spotlight as the global leader in 5G technology

Iran plans to end compliance with 2015 nuclear deal

Iran said after fully complying with the nuclear deal, known officially as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action or JCPOA, abandoned by Washington a year ago, it is taking steps towards renewing the production of nuclear fuel.

As debate over US border wall continues, militia groups are already taking action

As debate over US-Mexico border wall continues, militia groups are already taking action

The U.S. Border Patrol said it does not endorse or support any private group or organization taking law enforcement into their own hands.

Investigation into Russian plane crash presses on

Some praise for the pilots and crew in a deadly plane crash in Russia. 41 people died but many others were saved. Investigators think lightning struck the airplane shortly after takeoff.

New hearing on Wednesday for Huawei CFO accused of fraud

Another court hearing set for a Huawei executive trying to avoid extradition to the U.S. Washington accuses her of fraud involving sanctions on Iran, while defense said her arrest was unlawful.

Laurentino Cortizo declared winner of Panama Presidential vote

Panama has elected a new President who will be sworn in on July 1.

Russian Sukhoi Superjet fleet not grounded despite second accident since 2011

Moscow says there is “no reason” to ground Sukhoi Superjets despite the second fatal accident since its launch in 2011.

A million species in jeopardy of extinction warns UN report

One hundred and forty-five authors from 50 countries spent three years compiling the report. They conclude that human activity is driving this ecological crisis.

Human smugglers operate on US-Mexico border, as wall gets enhancements

Construction work is underway on parts of the existing border wall and some of it will be made higher.

Frustrated Panamians expect little change as they head to the polls

Voters in Panama are heading to the polls Sunday, to pick that country’s next president. 2.7 milliom are eligible to cast ballots. But many frustrated voters expect little to change. CGTN’s Roee Ruttenberg has more.

Chinese families embroiled in U.S. university scandal said they have been misled

Two of the largest sums paid in the massive U.S. college admission scandal were by Chinese families, but unlike they have not been charged unlike the U.S. families involved.

Serving up artificial intelligence at the drive-in

Technology is offering some potential solutions to the U.S. restaurant worker crunch. Hendrik Sybrandy makes a stop at one fast food chain to learn more.

Panama to pick new president after term boosted ties with China

Panama to select it’s next president this weekend. The current head of state leaves legacy of increased ties between Panama and China.

Video streaming service Netflix considering purchase of iconic Hollywood theater

Netflix might buy this iconic Hollywood theater

Video streaming service Netflix is considering buying Hollywood’s iconic Egyptian Theatre, as part of efforts to win more awards and recognition from the U.S. movie industry.

UK local elections see dramatic shift in popular parties

In the UK results from local elections show significant losses for both conservative and labour parties. While Brexit had nothing to do with the issues at the ballot box, it was front and center on voters’ minds.

US jobs numbers hit 49-year high

U.S. unemployment has hit a 49-year low, adding jobs in industries including construction, business services, and healthcare. According to the U.S. Labor Department, the U.S. economy added 263,000 new jobs in April, bringing the unemployment rate down to 3.6%. Last month marked the 103rd straight […]

Number of Venezuelans fleeing to Brazil triples following failed uprising

More Venezuelans are fleeing to Brazil amidst more political turmoil in their own country.

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