Paris is host to the 2024 Summer Olympics and Mike Bako, Sports Editor at DailyNational.com, delves into what to expect with CGTN’s Asieh Namdar. #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.

The Olympic Games are underway in Paris, which saw a unique citywide opening ceremony. Instead of staging it in a Stadium, the organizers used iconic landmarks along the river Seine to kick off the games.  Joining the discussion:  Mariana Mello is a Sports Planning and Performance Manager from Brazilian Olympic Committee. Dan Williams is a CGTN Correspondent.  Mike Bako is a Sports Editor at DailyNational.com.  Paul Dong is Co-founder and Sports Industry Observer at Ei Asia Limited. 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 Elaine Reyes spoke to William Lee, Chief Economist at the Milken Institute, about what contributed to the rapid Q2 GDP growth of the U.S. Economy. #biz #bizshow #useconomy #usgdp #gdp #economicgrowth 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.

When it comes to table tennis at the Paris Olympics, China will once again be the nation to beat. They have won 32 of the 37 gold medals on offer since the sport made its Olympic debut in 1998. The legendary Ma Long will be looking for a sixth Olympic gold medal. Although he missed out on a spot on China’s singles team, he was picked for the team event. Steve Dainton is the head of the International Table Tennis Federation. He told CGTN’s Dan Williams that if Long achieves that sixth gold, it would cement his place as the greatest player of all time. 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 Opening Ceremony of the Paris Olympics promises to be a grandiose event. It will be the first time it hasn’t been held in a stadium. Instead, planners have spent months organizing a performance on the river Seine. Other innovations for Paris 24 include a Champions Park that will allow fans the chance to meet athletes and watch the action on a big screen at the foot of the Eiffel Tower. CGTN’s Dan Williams talked with Delphine Moulin who is the Paris 2024 Director of Celebrations about the ceremony. 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 series of wildfires raging across the western United States and Canada has covered the region with a blanket of smoke. Meanwhile, fires across the Mediterranean have caused evacuations in parts of Italy and Spain, impacting holiday plans for many. Extreme heat in a number of countries has been deadly. It all comes as the average global temperatures this week are setting records. Monday was declared the hottest day ever recorded. Ediz Tiyansan 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.

They offer a beacon of hope to refugees and migrants around the world. The 2024 Paris Olympics will once again feature a Refugee Olympic Team. As CGTN’s Dan Williams now 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.

Finance ministers and central bankers from the G20 are meeting on Thursday, July 25, in Rio de Janeiro to seek consensus on global cooperation in tax policies, reduce hunger and the effects of climate change and discuss Brazil’s proposal to tax the super-rich. Lucrecia Franco reports from Rio de Janeiro. 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.

China is at the forefront of AI innovation. Over the past ten years, Chinese inventors have filed more than 38,000 patents. Analyst Emil Sayegh discusses the driving forces behind this success. #Heat #AI #innovation #technology Full show: https://youtu.be/FRHC7L60DG0 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 UN report shows China is leading the world in AI innovation. Over the past ten years, Chinese inventors have filed more than 38,000 patents.  Earlier this month, the UN also unanimously adopted a Chinese-sponsored resolution on strengthening international cooperation in artificial intelligence. It aims to close the gap with developing nations and ensure all have equal opportunities to benefit from AI.  #Heat #AI #innovation #technology Joining the discussion: Emil Sayegh has served as CEO for a number of technology firms. Jibu Elias is an AI Ethicist and Researcher. Andy Mok is a Senior Research Fellow at the Center for China and Globalization. Ian Khan is the author of "Quick Guide to Prompt Engineering" & Host of "The Futurist". 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.

Standing up against domestic violence, even when her abuser was in the audience, Miss Kansas Alexis Smith’s powerful moment is inspiring thousands, generating a viral buzz. 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.

Being a top Olympic athlete can be a lonely existence, the extreme training often limits time for family and friends. But that is not the case for three Venezuelan brothers, who are all going together to the Paris games representing their country in the fencing competition. Stephen Gibbs reports from Caracas. 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 Brazil continues to lead the G20 presidency, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva participated in a meeting on Wednesday, July 24, to formalize the creation of a Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty. It is one of the main platforms of the country’s agenda. The event in Rio de Janeiro also served to launch the U.N.-led report: State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2024. Lucrecia Franco 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 the 2024 Paris Olympic Games approaches, the 2016 Olympic host city, Rio de Janeiro, is still working to fulfill all of its legacy promises. But, overall, the biggest sporting event on the planet brought much needed urban renewal to the first south American city to stage the event. Lucrecia Franco reports from Rio de Janeiro. 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.

With the Paris Olympics set to open this week, France now has another reason to celebrate after the French Alps won the right to host the 2030 Winter Olympics and Paralympics. The United States is celebrating, too. Already set to host the Los Angeles Summer Olympics in 2028, it will now also host the 2034 Winter Games in Salt Lake City, Utah. But both awards came with conditions. CGTN’s Dan Williams 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.

Ahead of the opening ceremony for the Paris Olympics, a huge security operation in the city is underway. Tens of thousands of police and other security personnel are patrolling the streets ahead of Friday’s event, July 26, that will take place outside of a stadium for the first time. The centerpiece of the ceremony is a six-kilometer stretch of the River Seine. CGTN’s Dan Williams 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.

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This week on Latin Americas Now, Venezuela Elections and #migrantcaravan. #features 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.

This week on Latin Americas Now: Presidential Election in Venezuela on Sunday, July 28th, and more, with @TheMbegue #features #venezuelaelections 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.