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Bolsonaro faces Supreme Court over coup charges
March 25, 2025

Bolsonaro faces Supreme Court over coup charges

A panel of Brazil’s Supreme Court justices began deliberations on Tuesday, March 25, to decide whether to put former President Jair Bolsonaro on trial. Bolsonaro and seven others are accused of several crimes, including attempting a coup. If a trial moves forward and Bolsonaro is […]

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U.S. tariffs hit restaurant industry
March 25, 2025

U.S. tariffs hit restaurant industry

With just over a week to go before the Trump White House is expected to enact reciprocal tariffs on a host of nations and end a temporary reprieve on levies tied to some goods from Mexico and Canada, many businesses are on edge. One sector […]

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Canada-U.S. trade tensions threaten Hollywood
March 25, 2025

Canada-U.S. trade tensions threaten Hollywood

Hollywood productions have faced economic challenges in recent years, including a slow recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, two labor strikes and the recent devastating fires in Los Angeles. As film studios gear up for more productions, some experts worry about the new tariffs imposed on […]

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Haiti faces deepening chaos as gangs tighten control
March 25, 2025

Haiti faces deepening chaos as gangs tighten control

Haiti is facing a worsening crisis, with armed groups tightening their grip on large parts of the country, fueling violence and displacement. Meanwhile, political instability continues to undermine efforts to restore order. Harold Isaac reports from Port-au-Prince.

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March 22, 2025

Protecting natural resources on World Water Day

World Water Day is an annual United Nations observance held on March 22. It’s all about the sustainable management of freshwater resources. The theme for this year is the “preservation of glaciers,” which provide clean water to nearly two billion people around the world. Protecting […]

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March 22, 2025

Game Developers Conference levels up with AI

The world’s largest conference dedicated to game developers, GDC, has just wrapped up in San Francisco. As CGTN’s Mark Niu reports, game development is growing increasingly sophisticated, thanks in large part to artificial intelligence.

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March 21, 2025

How wildfires are threatening forests

  March 21 marks International Forest Day, designated by the United Nations in recognition of the role forests play in sustaining life. But in places like California, forests are under siege from increasing wildfires, which have outpaced forest regeneration efforts. Experts say climate change, unpredictable […]

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March 21, 2025

U.S.-Canada tariff dispute threatens auto industry

  The auto industry breathed a collective sigh of relief in early March after U.S. President Donald Trump announced he would pause the 25% tariff he was set to impose on the sector. But that 30-day exemption is due to run out in early April, […]

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March 20, 2025

Civic Day in Colombia backs healthcare and labor reforms

    In Colombia, national reforms on healthcare and labor brought tens of thousands of citizens to the streets in support of President Gustavo Petro’s proposed changes. He proclaimed Tuesday, March 18, “Civic Day” and encouraged workers to make their voices heard. However the reforms face […]

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March 20, 2025

Mexico bans planting GMO corn seeds to protect native species

Mexico has passed a Constitutional amendment to protect native corn and ban the planting of genetically modified corn seeds, which come mainly from the United States.Agricultural experts and Mexican officials say the measure will have sweeping implications for agriculture, trade and food sovereignty.CGTN’s Franc Contreras […]

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March 20, 2025

Canadian trucking industry braces for tariff deadline

Canada is awaiting the new tariff deadline. In early March, U.S. President Donald Trump announced he would be making an exception for the Canadian and Mexican auto industries, and paused tariffs impacting that sector. But that exemption runs out in early April. Trump is also […]

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March 19, 2025

Cuba’s Agro-Industrial Food Fair

Produce, meats, and technology are on display at this year’s Agro-Industrial Food Fair, with the hope of improving the local agricultural output in Cuba. The sector is still trying to come back following the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing U.S. economic sanctions. Luis Chirino reports from […]

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March 19, 2025

Almond growers in California feel uncertainty over Trump tariffs

Global tariff tensions are on the rise. Several U.S. trading partners have imposed their own reciprocal tariffs on U.S. agricultural products, including many that come from California. The state’s agriculture market is by far the largest in the nation generating more than $59 billion a […]

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March 19, 2025

The controversy behind Trump’s Venezuela deportations

The Trump administration’s deportation of alleged Venezuelan gang members has sparked a legal battle and raised questions about due process. The administration invoked a rarely-used 18th-century law to justify sending hundreds of Venezuelans to El Salvador, despite a federal judge’s attempt to halt the process. […]

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March 19, 2025

Nvidia’s GTC Conference

One of the most anticipated events from one of the world’s hottest tech companies has just kicked off. It’s called the GTC conference, and it’s run by chipmaker Nvidia. CGTN’s Mark Niu has the latest on what the company unveiled.

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March 18, 2025

Trump’s executive expansion hits resistance

  U.S. President Donald Trump has been accused of trying to increase his office’s power by ignoring constitutional laws, bypassing rules on government workers and funding, and deporting migrants without a fair process.The White House says his orders are legal and he’s working for the […]

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March 17, 2025

U.S. tariff hikes spark global tensions and business uncertainty

Since taking office in Jan. 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed or threatened tariffs against several countries, including Canada, the European Union, and China. He has doubled tariffs on Chinese imports to 20%, leaving businesses struggling to adapt. CGTN’s Mark Niu reports from San […]

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Measles outbreak spreads amid low vaccination rates in Texas
March 14, 2025

Measles outbreak spreads amid low vaccination rates in Texas

The U.S. measles outbreak, which started in the state of Texas, now appears to be spreading across international borders. Health officials in Mexico say 22 cases have been confirmed — the majority of them in Chihuahua state, which shares a border with Texas. The infections, […]

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Mexico City AI bootcamp prepares for growing demand
March 14, 2025

Mexico City AI bootcamp prepares for growing demand

Artificial intelligence is an increasingly important tool in everyday life, but it can also be a daunting one for those with limited exposure to the technology– so why not go to bootcamp? AI bootcamp that is, as CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports from Mexico City.

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Rising private plane crashes in Brazil spark safety concerns
March 14, 2025

Rising private plane crashes in Brazil spark safety concerns

The number of fatal airplane crashes in Brazil reached a record high last year and 2025 figures show the trend is continuing. The vast majority of cases happened with small private planes rather than large carrier-operated flights. Experts say the increase in the number of […]

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Mexico expands trade with Asia amid U.S. new tariffs
March 14, 2025

Mexico expands trade with Asia amid U.S. new tariffs

With U.S. President Donald Trump shaking up global trade, Mexican business owners are seeking to expand markets in other parts of the world, including Asia. Mexico’s Central Bank reports that in 2024, Mexican exports to China, Malaysia, Japan, Thailand, and Vietnam increased. CGTN’s Franc Contreras […]

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Colombian families face uncertainty amid ongoing violence
March 13, 2025

Colombian families face uncertainty amid ongoing violence

In January 2025, violence erupted in Colombia’s Catatumbo region near the Venezuelan border. It has long been the epicenter for rebel guerrillas and paramilitary groups who have financed themselves through cocaine production and narcotrafficking. The latest available data shows around 100 people were killed in […]

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Tesla faces backlash over Musk’s ties to Trump
March 13, 2025

Tesla faces backlash over Musk’s ties to Trump

Elon Musk continues to make headlines with his Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, as he axes jobs, programs and contracts in an attempt to trim the U.S. deficit. He’s generated both outrage and enthusiasm from different ends of the political spectrum. But how is […]

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U.S.-Mexico trade tensions threaten agriculture
March 13, 2025

U.S.-Mexico trade tensions threaten agriculture

The threat of U.S. tariffs looms over entire industries around the world, not least the agricultural sector, in which increasingly integrated supply chains have been rattled by market uncertainty. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports.

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Understanding ‘Artificial General Intelligence’
March 12, 2025

Understanding ‘Artificial General Intelligence’

The concept of AI surpassing human intelligence, or Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), has been hotly discussed among technologists. Research on AGI, where AI can mimmic the cognitive abilities of the human brain, has revealed a wide range of views about what it means and when […]

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Tariffs threaten Florida tourism
March 12, 2025

Tariffs threaten Florida tourism

Tensions between the United States and its trading partners could have significant economic implications for all nations involved. In Florida, there are particular concerns about the state’s tourism and hospitality sectors in the face of an expanding U.S. tariff war with Canada. CGTN’s Nitza Soledad […]

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Trump’s tariffs spark stock market turmoil
March 12, 2025

Trump’s tariffs spark stock market turmoil

On March 4, Donald Trump promised the U.S. Congress that he’d deliver the “greatest economy in history.” Right now, investors clearly disagree their doubts have triggered a market plunge so steep that analysts are calling it a “rout.” Losses on Monday, March 10, alone exceeded […]

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Chancay megaport boosts Peru’s economy
March 12, 2025

Chancay megaport boosts Peru’s economy

Peru’s economic growth in 2025 is expected to grow to 4% this year, above the global average, thanks in part to new trade following the opening of the Chinese-built port of Chancay at the end of last year. Dan Collyns reports from Lima.

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March 10, 2025

What country is best at AI?

In the competition to be the world’s superpower in AI, many analysts say two countries have extended their lead, while another region has fallen behind.

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March 8, 2025

U.S. Cuba-related visa restrictions thwart overseas medical missions

The U.S. State Department recently announced the expansion of Cuba-related visa restrictions applying to all those involved in the Cuban overseas medical missions. The move, which affects a major source of revenue for the island, was rejected by local authorities as the seventh anti-Cuba measure […]

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March 8, 2025

Mexico’s Ministry for Women protects women’s rights

CGTN’s Franc Contreras sat down with Citlalli Hernández, who was recently chosen by Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to lead the newly-established Ministry for Women. On International Women’s Day, hear more about the importance of the new cabinet-level office, which will replace Mexico’s National Institute for […]

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March 8, 2025

Trump administration plans to roll back fuel efficiency standards

The Trump administration wants to roll back fuel efficiency standards. The measures determine the minimum miles per gallon for new cars and pickup trucks. They’re also a way the federal government saves fuel for consumers, while reducing air pollution and carbon emissions. The Trump administration […]

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March 8, 2025

Uncovering the Amazon’s lost cities

For thousands of years, Indigenous societies have lived in the Amazon rainforest, their stories concealed beneath its vast rainforest. But only recently has the magnitude of their legacy begun to surface. Using Lidar – light detection and ranging, a remote sensing technology – scientists are […]

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