In Colombia those working to protect nature are also endangered. A report this year showed Colombia is the deadliest country for environmentalists. Michelle Begue reports from Bogota ahead of COP16, the UN biodiversity conference. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

The BRICS bloc accounts for nearly half the world's population, with other nations like Turkey, Indonesia, and Nigeria contemplating membership, the bloc may one day represent more than 60% of all people around the globe. Ahmed Ghoneim breaks down the current economic might of the group with its new members Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Iran, and Ethiopia in the mix. #brics #russia #china #southafrica #india #brazil #egypt #saudiarabia #ethiopia #uae #iran Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

The Paraguay River hit a record low level this month due to drought upstream in Brazil, which as created a conflict between fishers and rice farmers in Ñeembucú, a wetland region on the border of Paraguay and Argentina. Local fishers blame water-intensive rice farms for worsening already low water levels, which have been exacerbated by climate change. While rice farmers and the government attribute the issue to climate change, the Paraguayan Rice Federation insists that upstream conditions, not irrigation, are to blame. David Fariña, director of water protection and conservation at Paraguay's environment ministry, said that low water levels are due to lack of rainfall in the river basin and the severe drought up river in Brazil. Paraguay cultivates 70,800 hectares (175,000 acres) of rice across Ñeembucú and other regions producing about 1.5 million metric tons (1.65 million tons) annually. Water levels are expected to remain low until the end of the year. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

In 2022, Chinese President Xi Jinping proposed the Global Security Initiative, for sustainable security. It advocates a path featuring dialogue over confrontation, partnership over alliance, and a win-win strategy.  #Heat #China #Peace #Security Joining the discussion:  Victor Gao is a chair professor at Soochow University.  Einar Tangen is a Senior Fellow at the Taihe Institute and Chairman of Asia Narratives.  Abdel Bari Atwan is editor-in-chief of Rai al-Youm. Gustavo Ribeiro is founder and editor-in-chief of The Brazilian Report.  Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

Donald Trump criticized the Biden administration's immigration policies saying that Kamala Harris has failed to address the border crisis. Journalist Rafael Bernal comments on Trump’s campaign strategy. #Heat #uspolitics #Harris #Trump Full show: https://youtu.be/vVrM7oyqIMA Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

As BRICS nations gear up for another summit, analysts say the group is giving a greater voice to developing countries in the Global South. Paulo Cabral reports. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

CGTN's Asieh Namdar spoke with Raj Patel, Research Professor at the University of Texas, about the fact that more than 700 million people face hunger around the world.. #worldtoday Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

CGTN's Sean Callebs spoke to Anthony Chan, former Chief Economist at JPMorgan Chase, about recent legislation prohibiting legacy donations to gain admission to U.S. colleges and universities. #biz #bizshow #globalbusiness #legacyadmissions #uscolleges #collegeadmissions Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

CGTN's Sean Callebs spoke to John Gong, a Professor at the University of International Business and Economics, and China Forum expert, about ties between China and Germany, with a focus on the automotive sector. #biz #bizshow #globalbusiness #chinagermany #germancars #chinesecars #chinagermanyties Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

Brazil is undergoing a historic drought, which is impacting everyday life in many ways. An analysis conducted by Bradesco Bank projects that the drought and recent wildfires will push food inflation in Brazil above 6% by the end of this year. However, projections show that a good harvest next year will only partially reverse the price hikes and hold inflation down. CGTN’s Paulo Cabral reports. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

As Election Day draws ever closer in the United States both major candidates are in all-out campaign mode as voters are already casting their ballots in early voting. The Democratic Party nominee, Kamala Harris, has been making her case to voters across key battleground states. Her Republican challenger, Donald Trump, is also pushing his agenda as he hopes to win over those who are still undecided. #Heat #USpolitics #Harris #Trump Joining the discussion:  Allan Lichtman is Distinguished Professor of History at American University. Adolfo Franco is an attorney and Republican strategist. Douglass Sloan is Principal at the National Capitol Strategy Group. Rafael Bernal is a staff writer with The Hill newspaper. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

It was a long journey for Bao Li and Qing Bao, flying from Chengdu, China to Washington, D.C., on Oct. 15. During their 19-hour flight, they were fed whenever they were hungry, at least 4-10 times. We spoke to the Smithsonian National Zoo's veterinarian, Dr. James Steeil, who traveled with the pandas aboard the FedEx Panda Express about their in-flight snacking. Take a look. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

While the Smithsonian National Zoo awaited the arrival of pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao over the past year, they've been busy making renovations to the zoo's panda habitats. Check out the improvements they've made for the zoo's latest residents. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

CGTN's Gerald Tan spoke with Mohammad Ali, a lecturer at Johns Hopkins University, about China's efforts to expand Pakistan's regional infrastructure and stability. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

Laurie Thompson, assistant curator of giant pandas at the Smithsonian's National Zoo, took a trip to China to meet Bao Li and Qing Bao before their big move to the U.S. She gave us the scoop on their personalities. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

Pandas have return to Washington, D.C., and even though Bao Li and Qing Bao made the long trip from China together, they won't actually physically meet each other until it's time to breed. Laurie Thompson, assistant curator of giant pandas at the Smithsonian's National Zoo, explains why. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

A new pair of pandas arrived at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. on Oct. 15. Bao Li and Qing Bao, both two years old, are curently in a 30-day quarantine but won't meet the public until Jan. 24, 2025. Why will it take this long for the public to see them? We spoke to the zoo's veterinarian, Dr. James Steeil, to find out. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Chris Hedges explains how he believes U.S. support for Israel shapes the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. #Heat #Israel #Lebanon #Gaza For more: https://youtu.be/m7jmHMiwbCY Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

Israeli military attacks on Hezbollah’s leadership and infrastructure have raised questions about whether the group can survive the onslaught. Independent journalist Habib Battah explains what’s happening on the ground.#Heat #Israel #Lebanon #Gaza Full show: https://youtu.be/m7jmHMiwbCY Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.

Colombia will host COP16, the annual UN Convention on Biological Diversity in October. The last conference took place in 2022, in Montreal, Canada where parties signed the Kunming Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. This set global targets to safeguard biodiversity. But as countries consider how to reach their 2030 targets, private businesses are also leading the way in showing how everyone can build a plan towards a sustainable global economy. CGTN Correspondent, Michelle Begue, reports from Bogotá. Watch CGTN LIVE on your computer, tablet or mobile https://cgtnamerica.vhx.tv/videos/hd-live-broadcasts Subscribe to CGTN America on YouTube Follow CGTN America: Twitter: @cgtnamerica Facebook: @cgtnamerica Instagram: @cgtnamerica TikTok: @newstoks This material is distributed by MediaLinks TV, LLC on behalf of CCTV. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C.