Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa won re-election on Sunday, April 13, securing a full four-year term as his leftist rival Luisa Gonzalez said she would not recognize the results. Dan Collyns reports from Quito.

Noboa wins re-election as president of Ecuador

Peruvian author Mario Vargas Llosa, a giant of Latin American literature, died Sunday, April 13, at 89 years old. Llosa was awarded the Nobel prize for literature in 2010 “for his cartography of structures of power and his trenchant images of the individual’s resistance, revolt, […]

Nobel prize-winning Peruvian novelist Mario Vargas Llosa leaves lasting legacy

The International Monetary Fund on Monday warned that trade wars threaten to destabilize the global economy while depressing stock prices. The IMF did not name the U.S. but released part of a new report after global markets crashed in the wake of President Donald Trump’s […]

IMF weighs in on tariff-led trade tensions

  As the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump continues its crackdown on undocumented immigration, Mexico is also ramping up its efforts to remove undocumented migrants trying to reach the two countries’ shared border. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock has more from Mexico City.

Mexico ramps up crackdown on undocumented migration

  Chinese food has become a popular cuisine in Colombia, where there are some 1,500 Chinese restaurants. Some Colombians have even adapted the flavors and techniques of authentic Chinese cooking. Our Correspondent Michelle Begue reports on a growing Asian supermarket chain in Bogota.

Asian supermarkets thrive in Colombia

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

  Trade unions in Argentina staged a 24-hour nationwide general strike on Thursday, Apr. 10. It is the third strike President Javier Milei has faced since taking office in December 2023, just as the country is finalizing a new $20 billion loan from the International […]

Argentina’s unions hold nationwide strike

China has increased tariffs on U.S. imports to 84% in retaliation for U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods. On Wednesday, Washington added even further tariffs on Beijing which now stand at 125%.  Meanwhile, President Trump announced a 90-day suspension of reciprocal tariffs for all trading partners, […]

The Heat: Tariff Turmoil

While the tragedy has shaken the entire country, the town of Haina has suffered the most losses—its community forever changed.

Survivor recounts horror during roof collapse at Dominican Republican nightclub

Digital Originals
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.
Dearborn’s Arab-Americans emerge as key voice in 2024 election

CGTN traveled to Dearborn, Michigan, outside of Detroit to talk to voters ahead of the U.S. presidential election. Many have been frustrated with both parties for their stance on Israel’s war in Gaza. CGTN’s Laith Fadel reports.

The Heat
The Heat: U.S. Immigration

U.S. President Donald Trump is on a mission to ramp up deportations of huge numbers of people who have entered the United States illegally. Among those deported so far are hundreds of alleged hardcore gang members who are being detained at a maximum-security prison in […]
The Heat: Xi’s Visit to Southeast Asia

On a three-nation swing through Southeast Asia, Chinese President Xi Jinping’s message was clear: in a world grappling with growing uncertainty and instability fueled by rising protectionism and unilateralism, China reaffirms the continuity and stability of its neighborhood diplomacy and its vision for lasting peace […]
The Heat: Hainan Expo 2025

The largest consumer products expo in the Asia-Pacific region is well underway in China’s Hainan Province. The fifth China International Consumer Products Expo kicked off on Sunday. This year’s theme is “Share Open Opportunities, Co-create a Better Life,” with participants from over 70 nations gathered in […]
The Heat: Xi’s Visit to Southeast Asia

China’s President Xi Jinping is highlighting the importance of Southeast Asia with a three-nation tour. After a state visit to Vietnam, President Xi Jinping arrived in Malaysia on Tuesday, the second stop of a trip that will head next to Cambodia.  During a time of […]
World Today
Canadian Election: Key Highlights and Takeaways

The four leading contenders vying to become Canada’s next prime minister faced off in their final televised debate Thursday night. With the election fast approaching, the race appears to be narrowing between two frontrunners. CGTN’s Dan Williams reports.
Puerto Rico reels from second island-wide blackout

Puerto Rico is facing yet another power crisis. Crews have restored electricity to nearly all of the island’s residents so far, following a massive outage that plunged the entire island into darkness. CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez has more.  
China assists Cuba in solving power blackouts

Cuba is coping with a severe energy crisis, with residents often experiencing power outages and fuel shortages. But that could change with the help of solar energy from China.  CGTN’s Luis Chirino reports.
Los Angeles faces billions in damage 100 days after wildfires

It’s been about a hundred days since the city of Los Angeles endured the most destructive wildfires in its history. CGTN correspondent Ediz Tiyanşan reports from Los Angeles on the financial impact of the disaster.
Global Business
IMF weighs in on tariff-led trade tensions

The International Monetary Fund on Monday warned that trade wars threaten to destabilize the global economy while depressing stock prices. The IMF did not name the U.S. but released part of a new report after global markets crashed in the wake of President Donald Trump’s […]
Tesla sales drop 13% as Musk backlash grows
Tesla sales drop 13% as Musk backlash grows

EV automaker Tesla is in a major sales slump, and the stock has plunged since mid-December. On April 2, the company released info on its global sales, leaving many wondering if the brand can ever recover. Mark Niu reports.
Elon Musk leads Forbes’ 2025 rich list at $342B
Elon Musk leads Forbes’ 2025 rich list at $342B

Forbes magazine is out with its annual “Billionaires List” of the world’s wealthiest people. Many of those lucky enough to be included are close with U.S. President Donald Trump. CGTN’s Jim Spellman reports.
Global Business: China’s Two Sessions Special

  CGTN America’s Global Business covers China’s Two Sessions, an annual meeting that charts a future path for the country. This year, the special program focuses on economic policies, new productive forces, and advancements in technology. The show also explores China’s AI landscape, its competitive […]
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
Dancing Against the Odds: Ballet as Empowerment in Brazil

In Brazil, a groundbreaking foundation uses ballet to challenge perceptions and transform lives. Designed for young dancers with physical limitations, this program is about more than just movement—it’s about expression, resilience, and redefining what’s possible. These dancers aren’t simply overcoming obstacles but commanding the stage […]
HIV in Latin America: Uneven Progress, Persistent Challenges

While HIV prevalence remains relatively low across much of Latin America and the Caribbean, pockets of the region are facing disproportionately high rates—revealing deep-rooted disparities in access to healthcare, education, and prevention. Stigma, discrimination, and structural inequality continue to fuel the crisis, particularly among vulnerable […]
Turbulence in the Skies: A Real Threat or Viral Sensation?

Bumpy flights are making headlines—and racking up millions of views on social media. From spilled drinks to sudden drops, viral videos of in-flight chaos have sparked growing fears among travelers. But is turbulence actually getting worse? Veteran journalist John Zarrella takes a closer look at […]
Haiti’s Hunger Crisis: One in Four Children Faces Chronic Malnutrition

In Haiti, a silent emergency is unfolding. One in four children suffers from chronic malnutrition—a condition that stunts growth, weakens immunity, and often leads to death. For children under the age of five, it is the leading cause of mortality. Food insecurity, economic collapse, and […]
Full Frame
Full Frame: The Bronze Legacy

In ancient China, bronze vessels symbolized ritual significance and political power. Centuries later, these artifacts are being rediscovered and revered as embodiments of a golden age. Originally used as containers for food and wine, archaic bronzes later inspired new creations – adapting antique shapes and […]
Full Frame: AI and Media

Sophisticated image and sound manipulation are on the rise globally, posing a threat to government institutions, public well-being and overall political stability.    Is Artificial Intelligence in the media in need of government regulation?    Oren Etzioni: How can we combat political disinformation? Audio or video recordings […]
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