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Beijing supporters criticize US over Hong Kong Human Rights Bill

Beijing supporters criticize US over Hong Kong Human Rights Bill

Alejandro Giammattei to serve as Guatemala's next president

Alejandro Giammattei to serve as Guatemala’s next president

President-elect Dr. Alejandro Giammattei takes office in January.

U.S. investigators looking into apparent prison suicide of multimillionaire Jeffrey Epstein

US investigators looking into apparent prison suicide of multimillionaire Jeffrey Epstein

U.S. investigators are looking into the prison death of a jet-setting multimillionaire, who has hobnobbed with Britain’s Prince Andrew and U.S. President Donald Trump, and was awaiting trial of charges of trafficking girls as young as 14 years old,

Argentinians are entering the tightest presidential race ever

Argentinians are entering the tightest presidential race ever

The competition between candidates of Argentina presidential race is being increasingly intensive.

Voters in Guatemala head to the polls Sunday to elect a new president

A second and final round of elections in Central America’s most populous nation. On Sunday, Guatemala elects a new president. CGTN’s Franc Contreras has more on the two candidates vying for the top job.

US leader hopes for more talks with DPRK

US leader hopes for more talks with DPRK

Could a new summit between the United States and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea be in the works. Donald Trump says Kim Jong Un wants to meet but not until the current military exercises between the U.S. and South Korea end.

Hong Kong officials warn protests will hit economy like a “tsunami”

In Hong Kong, the largest city-wide strikes in decades are hurting the local economy

Amb. John Limbert on Iran and the U.S. policy of maximum pressure | FULL INTERVIEW

Ambassador John Limbert was not only a U.S. diplomat in Iran – he was a hostage during the 1979 Iranian Revolution. He sits down with CGTN’s Asieh Namdar to share his unique perspective on current U.S.-Iran tensions and his hopes for the future.

Protests breakout ahead of Trump’s visit to El Paso and Dayton

Trump is not welcomed by local people though he visit both El Paso and Dayton and tries to appease them

School ‘on wheels’ provide education for migrant children in Mexico

In the border town of Tijuana, Mexico, a unique program created for the most vulnerable: children. Kids on the move often feel displaced and lonely. Now a special school on wheels is trying to change that.

Yingying Zhang

Slain Chinese scholar’s dad says her body may never be found

The father of a slain scholar who begged his daughter’s killer to reveal what he did with her remains so that they could be returned to China for burial said his family now understands that recovering them may be impossible.

Marketing ‘ugly’ produce to reduce food waste in US

Tons of food is wasted is every year in the U.S. before it even reaches shoppers. A new farming industry trend tries to connect consumers to ugly but edible produce.

US turns to IMF to referee currency dispute with China

Global financial markets see-sawed once again on Tuesday as investors digested the implications of China being declared a currency manipulator by the U.S.

Delegates from over 50 countries meet in Lima over Venezuela crisis

Diplomats from 50 countries are trying to figure a way out over Venezuela crisis in Lima, Peru.

Mourners lay flowers at a shrine near Walmart in El Paso, Texas

El Paso in mourning following mass shooting

There is a slogan here… ‘El Paso strong.’ The saying has been used in this city for years. But events at the weekend have seriously challenged that. El Paso is a city, a community… united in grief.

Biotech researchers in Houston work to create replacement organs

At Rice University in Houston, Texas, researchers said a small piece of gel floating in a laboratory beaker represents a big step towards potentially bioprinting human organs sometime in the future.

Trump criticized after two mass shootings in US

He condemned white supremacy and supporting “some” gun control measures. But for Americans, words are not enough, they want action.

China currency depreciation opens up new front in trade battle

The trade battle between the U.S. and China appears poised to escalate even further.

Trump says he wants stronger gun checks but gives no details

Trump says he wants stronger gun checks but gives no details

President Donald Trump on Monday condemned weekend shootings in Texas and Ohio as “barbaric” attacks and crimes “against all humanity” as he called for bipartisan cooperation to strengthen the nation’s gun laws.

2 mass shootings in less than 24 hours shock US

2 mass shootings in less than 24 hours shock US

Two mass shootings at crowded public places in Texas and Ohio claimed at least 29 lives in less than 24 hours and left scores of people wounded, a shocking carnage even in a country accustomed to gun violence.

NYC teens trade beach fun for entrepreneurship lessons

NYC teens trade beach fun for entrepreneurship lessons

For some American kids, camps that focus on entrepreneurship are now part of the summer experience.

US scientists save vanishing plants & animals for global medical research

Scientists in the U.S. collect samples of rapidly-vanishing plants and animals for a bio-library to be used in global medical research.

Mexican workers find a livelihood in recycling

Recycling is an increasingly important topic in a world faced by global warming and waste issues. And in Mexico, one group is beginning to look at ways to encourage proper waste management, through the very people who already depend on it for a living.

Trump says tariffs on $300 billion Chinese imports could top 10 percent

Trump says tariffs on $300 billion Chinese imports could top 10 percent

Financial markets around the world – from Paris to Toyko, Berlin to London – sank Friday after President Donald Trump threatened to slap more tariffs on China.

Detroit natives have eyes on Dems Debate, looking for solution to declining industries

The second Democratic debate took place in Detroit this week. The various candidates would not need to travel far to find out how Michigan voters are feeling.

Sports betting sweeps across US despite fears gamble won’t pay off

Sports betting has been sweeping across the U.S. over the past year. More and more states are taking advantage of a Supreme Court ruling allowing them to legalize an activity that had been illegal but thrived underground.

US central bank cuts key interest rate for first time since 2008

The U.S. Federal Reserve has reduced a key interest rate for the first time in more than a decade. Rates are now a quarter of a percent lower in response to ‘global developments.’

Republican Kelly Craft appointed the new US Ambassador to the UN

Republican Kelly Craft appointed the new US Ambassador to the UN

Kelly Craft is largely unknown on the global stage. But she’s about to represent U.S. interests at the world’s premier international organization.

Data storage tech key to crafting first photo of black hole

Data storage tech key to crafting first photo of black hole

The first ever image of a black hole was result of big collaborative effort. One that was boosted by the tech of a data storage company in Colorado.

US farmers anticipate second round of Democratic debate in Michigan

Michigan could be described as being ground zero for the 2020 Presidential Race. So how can Democrat candidates here win back support?

US-China trade talks resume Tuesday

The two sides have called a truce as they attempt to bridge their differences. But for many U.S. states, the damage has already been done in billions of dollars of lost investment.

Remaining members recommit to 2015 Iran nuclear deal

This comes with tensions high in the region and Iran blaming outside powers. The British Royal navy has now sent a second warship to the region to protect and escort its oil tankers after Iran seized a British-flagged ship earlier this month.

Mei Xu

Asian & American: Mei Xu

She first immigrated to the U.S. for a career in foreign services, but ended up building a massive home decor business instead. She’s Mei Xu—pronounced ‘may she’—who’s the woman behind Chesapeake Bay Candle. If you’re in the U.S., you might’ve seen her products.

President of Colombia, Ivan Duque Marquez, discuss his upcoming visit to China

Colombia’s President will head to China next week. It’ll be his first visit as leader of the South American country. In an exclusive interview with CGTN, Ivan Duque spoke of his hopes for the trip. CGTN’s Michelle Begue reports.

Under US pressure, Guatemala agrees to accept asylum requests

Guatemala agrees to accept asylum requests from Honduras and El Salvador, after pressure from U.S.

BRICS ministers tackle trade, technology ahead of November summit

BRICS ministers tackle trade, technology ahead of November summit

Ministers from BRICS nations meet in Rio de Janeiro to discuss key issues of trade, technology, cooperation ahead of November BRICS summit.

US Department of Justice is reinstating controversial death penalty

US Department of Justice is reinstating controversial death penalty

Restarting the U.S. federal death sentence. The Justice Department is reinstating the controversial punishment after a 15 year suspension.

Central American migrants in Limbo after shift in US asylum policy

Number of Central American migrants crossing U.S.-Mexico border takes a dip in recent weeks. Many of them remain stuck in Mexico as their asylum applications are processed.

Chinese investigation shows FedEx diverted more than 100 packages

China is accusing U.S.-based shipping company FedEx, of failing to deliver packages from tech company, Huawei. Officials say FedEx diverted the packages to the U.S. instead of sending them to China. CGTN’s Jim Spellman has more. An investigation by Chinese authorities has found that […]

Puerto Rico governor will resign as pressure mounted for impeachment

Puerto Rico governor will resign as pressure mounted for impeachment

Governor Ricardo Rossello announced his plans to resign ceding power after mounting pressure from protesters, his party and even his own supporters.

Russian FM promises more economic & military support to Cuba during visit

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met with his Cuban counterpart while visiting Havana this week. His visit aims to expand Russian ties with the Caribbean nation – a relationship which has been growing for decades.

New UNEP Chief talks priorities, refocusing agency post-scandal

In February, the United Nations Environment Program welcomed a new leader. Inger Andersen took over after the former chief resigned for mishandling and mismanaging resources. Now, the Danish economist and environmentalist is tasked with restoring health to the planet – and to the agency. Andersen […]

More Chinese women are buying homes on their own

More women are shaking up traditional Chinese norms and are buying homes on their own.

Tunisian president dies from illness

Tunisia’s first democratically-elected President Beji Caid Essebsi died Thursday after suffering an undisclosed illness.

Age changing app sparks privacy concerns

A Russian tech company’s wildly popular mobile app, FaceApp is coming under scrutiny over security concerns.

Boris Johnson takes over as Prime Minister from Theresa May

On her way out, May given a rare Parliamentary standing ovation after three years and 11 days in office, repeatedly trying and failing to get her Brexit deal through Parliament.

Puerto Rico official’s leaked chats among various issues sparking protests

Judge issues warrant for cellphones of officials linked to controversy sparking protests in Puerto Rico. But it’s not the only issue helping to fuel unrest on the island.

Boris Johnson takes over with problems on Brexit

The big problem is expected after Boris Johnson was designated as UK Prime Minister. Johnson is a Premier League crowd-pleaser a trait which in this bruising Brexit leadership encounter has served him well.

Mueller to answer questions about report on Russia’s influence on US elections

Robert Mueller, the man behind the report on Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election – and allegations of obstruction of justice by the White House – will testify for the first time Wednesday before two U.S. Congressional committees.

New report warns of dangerously salty dietary habits in China

New report warns of dangerously salty dietary habits in China

Chinese cuisine is among the most popular in the world, and salt has been a big component of Chinese diets.

Pressure mounts for resignation of Puerto Rico governor

The Pressure is mounting in Puerto Rico. Tens-of-thousands jammed the streets in front of the Governor’s residence. For 10 days, they’ve been demanding the resignation of Ricardo Rossello.

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