More Than Just a Game is a digital sports series by CGTN America where Ahmed Ghoneim explores how athletes shape society beyond the playing field. The series delves into the intersection of sports (particularly football) politics, culture, and identity, highlighting athletes who have used their […]

More than Just a Game

Palestinians seeking aid in Gaza have been attacked and killed for a third day in a row, according to medics and officials in the south of the territory. Hamas says at least 27 people were shot dead, and many others wounded by Israeli fire, at […]

The Heat: Mideast Crisis

China has recently announced the launch of new programs aimed at deepening cooperation with Latin American and Caribbean nations.

University students in Mexico explore education opportunities in China

Brazil’s government and its manufacturers are pushing back against new U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum.

Brazilian manufacturers push back against U.S. steel, aluminum tariffs

The mayor of Tulsa, Oklahoma, has announced plans to address the harm caused by that city’s 1921 Race Massacre.

Tulsa unveils reparation plan to address 1921 race massacre

A Salvadoran man who became a lightning rod for the Trump administration’s deportation policies is expected back in court next week after he was returned to the U.S. on Friday. Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s deportation to El Salvador put immigrant constitutional rights on the global agenda. […]

Kilmar Abrego Garcia returned to U.S., now facing federal charges

Experts now fear that warning signs may be missed as the White House has moved to cut 20,000 employees from the Department of Health and Human Services, which includes staff at the Food and Drug Administration.

Experts fear major strain on public health as Trump admin shrinks federal government

A groundbreaking environmental initiative is taking shape between two of the world's busiest ports.

Ports in Shanghai and Los Angeles unveil green shipping corridor initiative

Digital Originals
What’s in Trump’s tax bill?

President Trump’s tax bill, which he calls “One, Big Beautiful Bill” aims to deliver historic tax cuts for Americans and introduce reforms to federal programs like SNAP, which runs the food stamp program, and Medicaid. Trump supporters say the bill will spur economic growth and […]
How is “new-type energy storage” reshaping the global green energy landscape?

As China achieves scaled development in the green energy sector, “new energy” remains a key topic at 2025 Two Sessions, China’s most important annual event outlining national progress and future policies. This year, “new-type energy storage” has emerged as a buzzword. Unlike traditional energy, new […]
More than Just a Game

More Than Just a Game is a digital sports series by CGTN America where Ahmed Ghoneim explores how athletes shape society beyond the playing field. The series delves into the intersection of sports (particularly football) politics, culture, and identity, highlighting athletes who have used their […]
Barbados leads with world’s first debt swap for climate change initiatives

Learn more about an innovative debt swap for programs that help the environment.
The Heat
The Heat: Russia-Ukraine conflict

Russia launches a massive air assault on Ukraine, targeting the capital of Kyiv with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles.
The Heat: China tech advancements

From robots performing daily tasks, to breakthroughs in industrial automation, China’s innovations promise to transform global industries, enhance public services, and ease labor shortages. So how will these advances reshape our daily lives?
The Heat: U.S. tariff hikes

Higher U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum. And, tensions continue between Washington and Europe over levies and trade.
The Heat: Mideast Crisis

Palestinians seeking aid in Gaza have been attacked and killed for a third day in a row, according to medics and officials in the south of the territory. Hamas says at least 27 people were shot dead, and many others wounded by Israeli fire, at […]
World Today
University students in Mexico explore education opportunities in China

China has recently announced the launch of new programs aimed at deepening cooperation with Latin American and Caribbean nations.
Tulsa unveils reparation plan to address 1921 race massacre

The mayor of Tulsa, Oklahoma, has announced plans to address the harm caused by that city’s 1921 Race Massacre.

Kilmar Abrego Garcia returned to U.S., now facing federal charges

A Salvadoran man who became a lightning rod for the Trump administration’s deportation policies is expected back in court next week after he was returned to the U.S. on Friday. Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s deportation to El Salvador put immigrant constitutional rights on the global agenda. […]
Experts fear major strain on public health as Trump admin shrinks federal government

Experts now fear that warning signs may be missed as the White House has moved to cut 20,000 employees from the Department of Health and Human Services, which includes staff at the Food and Drug Administration.
Global Business
Brazilian manufacturers push back against U.S. steel, aluminum tariffs

Brazil’s government and its manufacturers are pushing back against new U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum.

Trump unveils latest tariffs on steel imports

U.S. stocks, in particular the S&P 500 and NASDAQ, ended this week with their best month since 2023. But just as markets closed on Friday, Trump upped the ante once again. Trump announced even steeper duties on imports of steel and aluminum, speaking to steel […]
Peru’s pecan nuts see a boom in business from Chinese consumers

Pecan nuts from Peru are becoming all the rage in China. So, what is it about the Peruvian pecan that China is willing to pay more for? CGTN’s Dan Collyns takes a look at the emerging market for this product in Peru.
Los Angeles ports already impacted by U.S. tariffs

Analysts say the drop-off means fewer jobs for thousands of port workers and higher consumer prices down the line.
Big Story
BIG STORY – Loaded. Guns in Thailand

Thailand is grappling with an unsettling trend: a rise in homegrown gun violence and mass shootings. Big Story’s senior correspondent Jason Motlagh talks to survivors and experts trying to make sense of horrific scenes that were once observed at a distance and are now closer and more frequent.
BIG STORY – Nurture

‘Nurture’ explores powerful stories of environmental and agricultural resilience in Latin America. All of them touch on a common theme: the way that communities are managing the challenges they are facing, whether it is through the use of technology, the return to traditional practices, or even updating old models to adapt to the circumstances and demands of the present time.
Americas Now
Can AI match human creativity?

AI is evolving faster than ever but can it truly rival human imagination? Mark Niu reports.   
Democratic Senators call for probe into Starlink

In Washington, Senate Democrats are calling for an investigation into claims that the Trump administration pressured foreign governments to approve Elon Musk’s Starlink internet service during ongoing U.S. trade negotiations. Jim Spellman reports for CGTN. #CGTNNews  
Brazil closes zoo amid bird flu

Brazil has temporarily closed its zoo in Brasília after suspected bird flu cases, just days after confirming its first outbreak at a commercial poultry farm. As one of the world’s top poultry exporters, the outbreak has triggered import bans from several countries. Lucrecia Franco reports […]
Colombian Musician Performs for Wildlife in Chingaza National Park

No stage. No crowd. Just music — and the mountains. In a stunning act of artistic expression and environmental reverence, Colombian musician César López brought his message of peace and harmony to an unlikely audience: the wildlife of the Chingaza National Park. Surrounded by mist-covered […]
Full Frame

Fifty years ago, the capture of Saigon by north Vietnamese forces marked the official end of the Vietnam war, leading to the reunification of Vietnam under a single government. The fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975, marked one of the most significant defeats for […]
Full Frame: Town of Letters

Full Frame: Town of Letters In this episode, Full Frame explores the power of storytelling from Cartagena, Colombia. A city where writers, poets, and thinkers reflect on language, memory, and identity in a place shaped by words. This year marks the 20th edition of the […]
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