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Towards a green economy amid the COVID-19 pandemic

February 23, 2021

Former FARC commanders make another step in peace process

A historical moment in Colombia’s transitional justice took place this month.

February 23, 2021

Cuba close to first Latin American country to produce own COVID-19 vaccine

Cuba could soon become the first Latin American country to produce its own COVID-19 vaccine after one of four candidate products enters Phase III clinical trials in March.

February 23, 2021

U.S. reaches grim milestone with 500,000 COVID-19 deaths

America has surpassed 500,000 deaths from COVID-19 Monday. Earlier on Monday, President Biden also pledged to do more to help small and minority-owned businesses weather the economic impact of the pandemic. CGTN’s Giles Gibson reports.

February 19, 2021

COVID-19 vaccination begins for elderly in Mexico

The Mexican government hopes to vaccinate everyone over the age of 60 in the coming months, about 15 million people- that’s only 12 percent of the total population. Many people worried about the country would not have enough vaccine doses.

February 19, 2021

Cuba’s first COVID vaccine nears final trials

Soberana 02, Cuba’s first vaccine candidate will enter Phase III clinical trials next month and will be one step closer to producing Latin America’s first vaccine against the virus.

February 19, 2021

Marine life could provide treatment for COVID-19

A cancer drug derived from sea squirts called Aplidin is showing signs of being able to protect a key human protein attacked by SARS CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. See the latest.

February 19, 2021

Schools reopen in Bogota after nearly a year

Some schools in Bogota, Colombia have re-opened allowing children to go back to their classrooms this week after almost a year of virtual learning.

February 19, 2021

Vaccinating teachers as part of return to in-person learning in the U.S.

In the U.S., there’s a push to return most students to in-person learning by the end of April. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said states should prioritize teachers for vaccination, the agency said it is not a prerequisite for reopening. And only some of the states allow teachers to get shots.

February 19, 2021

Movie theaters reopen in Venezuela

Movie theaters are reopening in Venezuela, but only every other week. That’s part of the Venezuelan government’s plan to stop the spread of the coronavirus. How will movie theaters adapt to the new normal to contain the spread of COVID-19?

February 19, 2021

Concerns whether impeachment will become commonplace

Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s second impeachment trial acquittal was quick and clear. Some Republicans have said that Democrats could face impeachment in the future. So, what does all of this mean for the impeachment of future U.S Presidents?

February 18, 2021

A community joins to fight food insecurity

A minority community in Miami, Florida is coming together to help each other in these pandemic times of increased food insecurity. A local organization is utilizing free-for-all refrigerators to increase food access to those in need. It’s called the Village (Free)dge.

February 18, 2021

Brazilian state aims to vaccinate entire city

A small city in the Brazilian state of São Paulo has been chosen for a groundbreaking study to test how well China’s CoronaVac vaccine can reduce coronavirus contagion in its population. The idea is to inoculate virtually the whole adult population and observe how well that tamps down circulation and spread of the virus.

February 18, 2021

Black History Month: The women behind the Civil Rights Movement

The most recognizable faces associated with the Civil Rights Movement in the United States are Black men like Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X. The many women who organized and marched alongside these men are not as well-known. In fact, throughout history African American women have been a vital part of movements for change but they’ve only started to get their due.

February 17, 2021

The impact of African Americans on the medical field

On a recent Saturday, more than 700 people flooded a Denver Black church for their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Surveys show African-Americans are more hesitant than others in the population about getting vaccines. “We’ve done a lot of work to educate people in […]

February 17, 2021

Groups connected to attack on U.S. Capitol still thriving

U.S. officials fear their extremist ideology will also survive the end of the Trump era.

February 16, 2021

COVID-19 survivors might only need one vaccine dose

Several studies in the United States suggest that COVID-19 survivors might not need a second dose of a coronavirus vaccine. But Dr. Anthony Fauci says all Americans may be eligible to get the vaccine by the spring. If supply ramps up health experts believe the nation can stay the course with the two shot for all regimen.

February 16, 2021

COVID-19 police force breaks up parties in Mexico City area

Large gatherings are a major concern in Mexico as COVID-19 cases approach two million. One mayor outside Mexico City created a police unit with the sole job of stopping parties with 10 people or more.

February 16, 2021

Wealthy people scramble for COVID-19 vaccine in the U.S.

The COVID-19 vaccine rollout has been slow and limited across the United States. Reports say some of the wealthy and elite have sought to jump the line by using their connections.

February 12, 2021

COVID-19: With no federal aid, poverty rises in Brazil

Brazilians who relied on emergency aid from the government for much of last year are struggling now to make do without it.

February 12, 2021

Black History Month: The meaning of Soul Food

Food has always been a part of culture, it is what brings friends and family together. Food can also provide a link to the past. For African-Americans, soul food reminds them of their African roots and the slave trade that brought them to the U.S.

February 12, 2021

COVID-19: Addressing vaccine racial disparities

Several studies show Black Americans are receiving a smaller share of COVID-19 vaccines than the general population, in some cases a significantly smaller share. This, at a time when Blacks and other communities of color are dying from the disease at a higher rate than Whites. This racial disparity is something the U.S. government, states and cities are trying to address.

February 12, 2021

Schools prepare to reopen in Caracas

After nearly a year of homeschooling, Venezuela is making plans to reopen schools as soon as next month. Limited access to the internet has made homeschooling a problem for many students. But despite the benefits of a return to the classroom, many parents and teachers say they’re not eager for the schools to reopen just yet.

February 12, 2021

Addressing U.S. domestic terrorism

As Democrats accuse former U.S. President Donald Trump of inciting insurrection at the U.S. Capitol last month, the Biden administration is in the middle of a multi-agency assessment of the threat of domestic terrorism. But extremist groups have been gathering support since well before Donald Trump took office.

February 10, 2021

Will Biden differ from Trump on Palestine?

See how the Biden administration may differ from Trump when it comes to Palestine.

February 9, 2021

Video of Trump and rioters begins impeachment trial

Dramatic video of the siege on the U.S. Capitol opened the second impeachment trial of former president Donald Trump.

February 9, 2021

Some small businesses adapt during COVID-19 pandemic

It’s been a tough 10 months for many small businesses in the U.S.

February 9, 2021

Second impeachment trial for Donald Trump begins

It’s been nearly five weeks since images of the U.S. Capitol run over by mobs shocked the world. Former President Donald Trump faces an impeachment trial – charged with “inciting insurrection.”

February 8, 2021

Political infighting threatens Venezuela’s access to COVID-19 vaccine

South American countries are racing to get COVID-19 vaccines. But Venezuela may be falling behind. Where is the vaccine? That is a question many Venezuelans are beginning to ask.

February 8, 2021

Peru receives first shipment of COVID-19 vaccines from China

Peru on Sunday received the first shipment of 300,000 Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine doses from China. The vaccine doses are enough to inoculate 150,000 Peruvians against the coronavirus.

February 8, 2021

Winter storms bring concerns for the homeless people in Chicago

For Chicago’s homeless, the freezing cold is an altogether dangerous proposition. Dozens of tents lay scattered across this nearby tunnel. Chicago’s authorities have begun the process of loading up the van with more blankets, clothing and food.

Super Bowl 2021 played to reduced stadium crowd due to COVID-19

February 8, 2021

General elections kick off in Ecuador

Ecuadoreans have voted for a new president on Sunday. The election in the South American country comes amid the COVID-19 pandemic as well as an economic crisis.

February 8, 2021

Super Bowl 2021 played to reduced stadium crowd due to COVID-19

COVID-19 concerns on this year’s Super Bowl made it a year like no other. See how COVID-19 affected Super Bowl this year.

February 8, 2021

Cube tightens restrictions amid surging COVID-19 cases

The new COVID-19 measures enforced over the weekend strengthen previous moves in Cuba and focus on tougher restrictions regarding international flights and strict isolation of all incoming travelers in hotels and other facilities. See the latest.

February 5, 2021

The Heat: U.S. Foreign Policy

In a speech at the U.S. State Department, President Biden stressed the importance of diplomacy, engaging allies and competitors.

February 5, 2021

U.S. unemployment shows need for new stimulus aid

The Biden administration says the latest jobs numbers in the U.S demonstrate the need for a major new stimulus package.

February 5, 2021

COVID-19: Non-profit helps seniors get vaccinated

The COVID-19 vaccine roll out in the U.S. has been slower than hoped.

February 5, 2021

COVID-19: Are New York nursing home deaths underreported?

A New York judge has ordered the state’s Department of Health to provide records of nursing homes with COVID-19 fatalities.

February 2, 2021

Arizona teachers protest reopening schools during pandemic

School districts in Arizona are divided over the decision to reopen as COVID-19 cases surge.

February 2, 2021

Denver undertakes mass COVID-19 vaccination program

Not long ago here at Coors Field, anticipation hung in the air ahead of a baseball game. This past weekend, the Denver stadium hosted something much more serious. “I’m thrilled,” said one woman. “Been waiting for this for what, four months now?” A giant parking […]

February 1, 2021

Nursing homes struggle financially during COVID-19 in the U.S.

COVID-19 has killed more than 136,000 residents and staff of nursing homes and other long-term care facilities in the U.S. Numerous surveys have shown that many Americans don’t want to go to nursing homes. They’d rather hire home aides.

February 1, 2021

Gender-based violence has increased around the world during COVID-19

The United Nations warns that the “shadow pandemic” of violence against women has increased worldwide during the COVID-19 lockdowns. See how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected violence against women in Latin America.

February 1, 2021

A look at the Black family in the U.S.

Black History Month attempts to celebrate the achievements of African Americans, and a time for recognizing their role in U.S. history. But recent events, particularly over the last twelve months, have once again brought the issue of racial equality to the forefront. Check out the first video in our Black History Month series.

January 29, 2021

The Heat: Biden’s new U.S. policies

President Joe Biden signs more executive orders as changes U.S. policy.

January 26, 2021

Mexico City running low on oxygen tanks

Mexico’s government says the COVID-19 death rate is now at over 150,000. Many people in the capital city have the virus and are struggling for a breath of air.

January 26, 2021

Biden looks to revise U.S. foreign interactions

But does Biden’s plans to repair America’s reputation and return it to the multilateral fold go far enough?

January 26, 2021

Colombia sees growth in non-mining exports to China

According to Colombia’s export agency, non-mining energy exports to China grew nearly 13 percent in 2020 compared to the previous year.

January 25, 2021

What’s mRNA COVID-19 vaccines?

Social: What is mRNA? How does this vaccine work compared to others developed? Find the answer here.

January 25, 2021

What’s in President Biden’s plan on systemic racism?

From immigration to international engagement, the Biden administration has big plans for the next few weeks. How he will work with Congress and others to get push through his agenda on systemic racism?

January 25, 2021

Exploring logistic challenges of the vaccine rollout in the U.S.

The Biden administration says there was no COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan left for them from Trump Administration. Biden has promised 100 million shots in his first 100 days in office. That may sound ambitious, but experts say more than that is needed if the virus is to be contained by this summer.

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