Wildfires hit parts of New Mexico
Federal funds have been promised to aid tribes and other parts of New Mexico hit hard by wildfires this week. Learn more.
Read More...Federal funds have been promised to aid tribes and other parts of New Mexico hit hard by wildfires this week. Learn more.
Read More...Designated by the United Nations, World Refugee Day is observed annually on June 20th. The day draws attention to the plight of those who have been forced to flee their homes and, often, their countries as a result of conflict, violence, or persecution. In […]
Read More...It’s estimated that one out of every three Americans don’t get enough sleep, and globally, it’s close to half the population. About a hundred people took part in a ‘Power Nap Contest’ in South Korea. The organizer says she hopes the event can help […]
Read More...In an era of global climate change, extreme weather has wide-ranging impacts, one of the most pressing being on agriculture. Amid unpredictable rains and temperatures, the world’s crops are suffering. Mexico is among countries facing this challenge right now, as CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports.
Read More...Massive wildfires continue to destroy homes and property in New Mexico, U.S. The fires, located near the mountain village of Ruidoso, have forced the evacuation of thousands of people.
Read More...The threat that the machines will one day take over, has been the subject of science fiction movies for decades. But filmmakers aren’t the only ones imagining ‘Terminators’ in our future. Some leading AI scientists are concerned that an AI Armageddon could one day […]
Read More...Brazil has recently become the world’s biggest importer of Chinese electric vehicles, surpassing Belgium, the previous leader. Chinese companies have been investing heavily in Brazil and plan to begin local production next year.
Read More...Mexico is building an inter-ocean rail link which will offer a logistical alternative to the Panama Canal. And while the new infrastructure is expected to ease global trade flows, it will also be bringing benefits to the local population.
Read More...Extreme heat is moving across much of the U.S, with little relief in sight.
Read More...Mexico has a new link for freight cargo between oceans, which analysts also say could spark a regional industrial boom.
Read More...Boeing’s Chief Executive will at the end of the year depart one of America’s companies mired in crisis, but not before facing the music over new whistleblower revelations about years of lax safety standards.
Read More...Data collected by the National Survey on Drug Use over four decades, shows the US has 17.7 million daily cannabis users, compared to 14.7 million people who say they drink daily.
Read More...Spouses of U.S. citizens who entered the country illegally will now be able to apply for legal residency without leaving the United States.
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Read More...June 19th is known as Juneteenth in the United States.
Read More...The rising cost of imported goods around the world has a lot to do with increasingly complicated global logistics. That’s certainly the case in Panama, where its iconic canal, impacted by drought, is struggling to keep pace with demand. But further north, Mexico is building […]
Read More...Firefighters in the U.S. state of California are gaining ground on a massive wildfire outside Los Angeles. Lighter winds and lower temperatures have allowed crews to contain about a-Quarter of the blaze. But the helpful weather isn’t expected to last. Ediz Tiyansan reports.
Read More...A week-long major tech conference, known as the Olympics of tech, is underway in Toronto, Canada. Collision 2024 brings together thousands of tech experts, startups and investors. A key focus this year is on Artificial Intelligence and the potential benefits as well as the risks […]
Read More...See how people are fighting desertification in Brazil’s Cerrado.
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Read More...Extreme heat, massive floods and wildfires hit the U.S. on Father’s Day. It’s not even summer yet and most states are dealing with scorching temperatures. Ediz Tiyansan reports.
Read More...In its Olympics history, Brazil has won more medals in Judo than in any sport in which it’s competed. So naturally, Brazilians are eagerly anticipating the sport at this summer’s Paris Games. Among the nation’s top contenders is Rafaela Silva, currently ranked fifth in the […]
Read More...South Florida is grappling with the aftermath of heavy rainfall and flooding. The rain is finally starting to dissipate on Saturday, while residents are discovering that they might not get much assistance from the federal government in their recovery. CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez has the […]
Read More...Combatting inflation was a key mandate for Argentina’s President Javier Milei, whose approval ratings remain high. And the latest inflation figures cap off a week of positive economic news. But many Argentines are still experiencing serious hardships despite the falling inflation rate. Joel Richards spoke […]
Read More...Poverty in Argentina is now running at over 55%, according to a report from the influential Social Debt Observatory at Buenos Aires’ Catholic University. The recently released figures give context to the violent incidents outside Congress this week, as Javier Milei’s government passed its controversial […]
Read More...One of the world’s richest men is on the verge of a major payday. Tesla shareholders have reaffirmed Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s pay package—worth up to $56 billion. The deal was first approved by shareholders in 2018 but struck down by a judge in January. […]
Read More...South Florida has faced a deluge of rain as a series of storms from the Gulf of Mexico have brought about flash floods, causing chaos for residents. The relentless downpour has resulted in cars being stalled and hundreds of flights being canceled. Seven million people […]
Read More...Mexico’s first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum will be sworn into office on October 1st, before the U.S. presidential election in November. Immigration remains a top issue in the U.S., and it will likely be one of the first major political challenges and opportunities Sheinbaum will […]
Read More...The U.S. Supreme Court is allowing the abortion pill to remain legal in the United States, with ruling on the merit of the case. The court ruled unanimously the group that brought the case doesn’t have standing before the court. CGTN’s Jim Spellman reports.
Read More...In Colombia, the government is negotiating peace with two armed groups, but violent acts have stalled progress. Last month, one of the groups said it would reinstate kidnapping to finance their war. Another group carried out gun and bomb attacks that killed four people and […]
Read More...An American University has renewed optimism for student exchanges between the U.S. and China, following a recent personal letter from President Xi Jinping. Kean University in the U.S. state of New Jersey opened Wenzhou-Kean in China’s Zhejiang province in 2014, giving students the opportunity to […]
Read More...Flood and tornado watches continue for the state of Florida, where bands of torrential rains have drenched portions of the Sunshine State. Nitza Soledad Perez reports from Miami, Florida.
Read More...The head of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration admitted on Thursday his agency was too “hands off” in its oversight of Boeing’s manufacturing. Michael Whitaker told lawmakers that he will maintain increased inspectors and inspections at Boeing to improve its safety record after a series […]
Read More...A new cabinet has been named in Haiti, to serve under interim Prime Minister Garry Conille. On Wednesday, June 12, Conille said he was committed to improving life for every Haitian as the Caribbean nation grapples with a severe humanitarian crisis fueled by armed gangs. […]
Read More...Major tech companies like Apple and Google have recently grabbed headlines for creating new features that personalize AI for individual customers. But other companies are making advancements in a type of AI that may have an impact on an even broader scale — cities. From […]
Read More...Team Tso’l Food is in Muscatine, Iowa to celebrate the Chinese traditional Dragon Boat Festival — the annual occasion to enjoy sticky rice dumplings, known as zongzi. Don’t miss our special coverage featuring an old friend of China.
Read More...It’s another unprecedented development in American justice and politics, as legal battles continue to weigh heavily over this tightly fought race for the White House.
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Read More...Designer pianos are on display in New York City, free for anyone to play. Check it out.
Read More...Migrants marred to U.S. citizens could get fast track to citizenship. Learn more.
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Read More...It has been dubbed ‘cicada-geddon.’ Trillions of noisy cicadas are emerging from the ground across multiple U.S. states. But this year is a rarity, as two broods are climbing out of the ground at the same time, an event not seen since 1803. And […]
Read More...China and Cuba are celebrating 64 years of bilateral diplomatic relations, strengthened by bonds of friendship and cooperation. The Chinese Ambassador to Cuba, Ma Hui, granted CGTN’s Luis Chirino an exclusive interview as he concludes his diplomatic mission in Havana.
Read More...Research shows more than 300 people are shot on average every day in the U.S. June is now recognized as Gun Violence Awareness month in the U.S. The campaign sees many advocates wearing orange in order to draw attention to the issue across the […]
Read More...June 8th marks the World Ocean Day. Established by the United Nations, it’s a day to organize community events around the world to raise awareness and take action for the protection of our oceans. Covering 70 percent of our planet, oceans produce at least […]
Read More...The United States is experiencing dangerous weather conditions, from extreme heat in the West to powerful storms in the East, and already one of the most active tornado season in history, with nearly 1,000 tornadoes so far.
Read More...Competition in equity trading is about to heat up. A group of investors backed by BlackRock have announced that they plan to launch a new stock exchange in the Lone Star State. The Texas Stock Exchange is meant to rival the dominance of the New […]
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