West Africa’s Rich Tapestry Takes Center Stage at 2024 FOCAC Summit
West Africa’s diverse landscapes and vibrant cultures take center stage at the 2024 FOCAC Summit in Beijing, highlighted by CGTN’s Unboxing Africa Series.
Nature
Discover the latest on climate action, sustainability, and environmental innovations shaping our planet.
Read More
China Activates Emergency Level IV Due to Severe Flooding in Beijing and Surrounding Areas
Severe flooding prompts China to activate Level-IV emergency response in Beijing, Tianjin, and Hebei, with more regions bracing for torrential rains.
NZ Study Reveals Marine Protected Areas Fall Short in Safeguarding Whales
A New Zealand study finds marine protected areas offer only partial protection for southern right whales, highlighting high overlap with commercial ship activities during breeding season.
Brazil’s Amazon Deforestation Slows to Lowest Level Since 2016
Brazil’s Amazon deforestation slows by nearly half compared to last year, marking the largest reduction since 2016, as per government satellite data.
Tropical Depression Debby Continues to Threaten Northeastern U.S.
Tropical Depression Debby has been downgraded but continues to pose threats to the Northeastern U.S., including potential tornadoes and flash flooding.
Central Afghanistan: Flood Survivors Struggle Amidst Aid Shortages
Floods in central Afghanistan’s Ghor Province devastate communities, leaving survivors like Mohammad Hassan struggling with inadequate aid.
China Activates Level-IV Emergency Response to Inner Mongolia Flooding
China has activated a Level-IV emergency response for flooding in Inner Mongolia, anticipating torrential rains across multiple regions in the coming days.
California Declares Panda Day to Welcome New Giant Pandas at San Diego Zoo
California celebrates the arrival of two giant pandas at San Diego Zoo by declaring August 8 as Panda Day, marking a decade of international conservation cooperation.
China Launches National Standards to Streamline Carbon Emissions
The Chinese mainland is set to introduce 70 national standards for carbon emission calculations by 2024, aiming to enhance sustainability and meet carbon reduction targets.
July Becomes Second-Hottest on Record, Ending 13-Month Heatwave, EU Scientists Report
July was the second-hottest on record, ending a 13-month streak of the warmest months, according to the EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service, influenced by El Niño.