World Today

September 28, 2024

Hurricane Helene leaves devastation in Florida

Hurricane Helene, a monster storm that hit Florida and the southeast United States, has left dozens of people dead, homes destroyed and many without power. Residents in the coastal community of Keaton Beach, Florida, spent Friday confronting the devastation left behind. CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez […]

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September 27, 2024

China’s efforts to broker peace in global conflicts

  China continues to emerge as a peace broker on the world stage, with the United Nations as a key part of its global diplomatic efforts. Over the last year it has urged other countries at the world body to find peaceful solutions to entrenched […]

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Yunnan hosts event in LA to highlight culture
September 26, 2024

Yunnan hosts event in LA to highlight culture

The provincial government of Yunnan in southwest China is hosting cultural exchange events in the U.S. city of Los Angeles this week, with the goal of strengthening ties between the Chinese and American people. Local government officials have signed an agreement to enhance cooperation, while […]

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World leaders discuss AI ethics at UNGA
September 26, 2024

World leaders discuss AI ethics at UNGA

World leaders at the UN General Assembly in New York are tackling artificial intelligence as a key concern. Along with discussing and debating its ethical use, they will explore how nations with advanced AI can help developing countries lay the groundwork for the technology. CGTN’s […]

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Meta unveils Quest 3S VR headset, Orion AR glasses prototype
September 26, 2024

Meta unveils Quest 3S VR headset, Orion AR glasses prototype

Tech giant Meta has kicked off its Meta Connect conference by unveiling some of its latest technologies in the fields of augmented reality and artificial intelligence. The social media giant is aiming to transform the way people see and experience the physical and virtual world. […]

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September 25, 2024

Argentina restricts airline strikes

  Tens of thousands of passengers in Argentina have seen their flights cancelled or postponed in recent weeks due to a series of strikes. Workers at the national airline say their wages have not kept up with inflation. The government has implemented new regulations to […]

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September 25, 2024

Meet handwriting analyst Beverley East

  September 20th marks the annual celebration of World Forensic Science Day, highlighting the vital role scientists play in helping solve crimes. One woman has been a pioneer in a highly-selected field that explores a practice unique to each one of us. CGTN’s Frances Kuo […]

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September 25, 2024

Countries collaborate in Haiti security mission

  Two dozen Jamaican soldiers and police officers recently arrived in Haiti to join a UN-backed mission led by Kenya aimed at combating the gangs that have taken control of the country, along with two military officers from Belize. Jamaica was the second country to […]

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September 25, 2024

Day one recap of the UN General Assembly

The annual United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) convened on Tuesday, September 24, with a slew of speeches from world leaders, who discussed several imperative topics, including ongoing conflicts and climate change. MORNING SESSION Secretary-General of the UN, His Excellency António Guterres, opened the morning session […]

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September 24, 2024

Ozempic and Wegovy prices under scrutiny

Lawmakers are accusing the manufacturers of popular weight loss medications of price gouging U.S. consumers and the government. They are pressing for answers on why Ozempic and Wegovy can cost up to 15 times more in the United States than in other countries. This hearing […]

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September 24, 2024

Scientists study Haiti’s fault lines to predict future quakes

Scientists in Haiti are studying seismic activity around the Caribbean island. Recently, a French research vessel dedicated its efforts to mapping the seabed to better understand the complex fault lines that traverse the region. This research comes nearly 14 years after the devastating 2010 earthquake which killed […]

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September 24, 2024

U.S. and China seek common ground at UNGA

As world leaders converge in New York for the 74th United Nations General Assembly, all eyes will be on the collaboration between the globe’s two largest economies, China and the United States. They have traditionally been on opposite sides on several key issues, but there […]

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September 23, 2024

California leads in women’s rights

California is taking a leading role in women’s rights by adding reproductive protections to its state constitution. As the presidential election approaches, women, especially those over 40, are voicing their concerns about democracy and health issues.

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September 21, 2024

Women’s voices in U.S. policy

Even with strong voter turnout, are women’s voices making a difference in U.S. policy decisions? Female voters are rallying around hot-button issues like reproductive rights and economic security. CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez is speaking with women voters in Florida about their diverse concerns ahead of […]

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September 21, 2024

UN Summit of the Future underway

The United Nations Summit of the Future is underway in New York City. Ahead of the arrival of world leaders for the UN’s General Assembly next week, diplomats and activists are gathered at the UN headquarters for two ‘days of action.’ Organizers say today’s opportunities […]

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September 21, 2024

Autonomous AI agents debut at Dreamforce

Nearly 50-thousand people are in San Francisco for the city’s largest tech event of the year known as Dreamforce. It’s run by the tech company Salesforce, which is billing it as the largest AI event in the world. CGTN’s Mark Niu has the details.

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September 21, 2024

U.S. inflation endgame

The U.S. central bank cutting its main interest rate this week was the most concrete sign yet that it thinks the battle against inflation is over – at least for now. The Federal Reserve raised that rate aggressively to drive down spiralling prices driven by […]

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September 21, 2024

Cuba’s clean energy push

Havana hosted an international fair promoting renewable energy sources this week, aimed at facilitating new deals and attracting investment in this expanding field. This comes as Cuba’s government looks to ramp up its use of renewable energy in coming years. Cuban officials highlight the importance […]

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September 18, 2024

State of emergency as Peru’s Amazon burns

Wildfires in Peru have left at least 16 people dead in the past three months. On Wednesday, Sept. 18, Peru declared a state of emergency in three Amazon regions: Amazonas, San Martín and Ucayali. Thousands of hectares have been burned. Experts say a drought and […]

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September 18, 2024

U.S. presidential candidates look to Atlanta’s Black voters

Ahead of the U.S. election in November, presidential candidates are targeting a key demographic on the campaign trail: Black voters, who account for an estimated 34.4 million members of the national electorate. In the critical swing state of Georgia, African-Americans account for a third of […]

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September 18, 2024

Chinese manufacturing region seeks ties in Mexico

As global trade with China increases, businesses are increasingly focusing on which specific regions inside China can best meet their supply needs. It’s a trend that’s apparent at trade shows, like the one taking place this week in Mexico City. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock is there.

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September 18, 2024

Climate change impacting education

A staggering 400 million students around the world have experienced school closures from extreme weather since 2022, according to a recent report by the World Bank. The report also shows that a 10-year-old child today will experience three times more floods, five times more droughts, […]

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September 18, 2024

Energizing young voters

Less than seven weeks remain until the U.S. presidential election. One group that could be pivotal in the outcome is young voters. This bloc traditionally votes in lower numbers, but there are indications that the switch in the Democratic nominee has energized them this year. […]

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September 17, 2024

UNGA weighs resolution on Israel

    The United Nations is weighing a resolution by The State of Palestine calling for Israel to end its “unlawful presence” in Gaza and West Bank. The original Palestinian draft of the resolution demanded Israel end its occupation within six months. However, the current […]

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September 16, 2024

Arab American voters could swing the 2024 election

The Arab American vote is anticipated to play a crucial role in November. The voting bloc, concentrated in swing states, has traditionally largely voted Democratic. But criticism of the Biden/Harris administration has intensified following their handling of the war in Gaza. CGTN’s Dan Williams reports.

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