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The Heat
The Heat delves into one big news story every episode and breaks down how these stories impact people like you. We are talking to experts and journalists from around the world with the goal of bringing your perspectives based on first-hand accounts. The Heat is a production of CGTN America and is recorded in Washington, D.C. 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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Ebrahim Rasool on South Africa's anti-immigrant protests 10.07.2026 13:23
A protest campaign against African immigrants living and working in South Africa has forced thousands of people to flee the country. Organizers blame migrants for the country’s high unemployment, deteriorating public services and crime. #Heat #SouthAfrica #Protests #Immigration
Chris Hedges: Trump ripped the mask off of US imperialism 09.07.2026 19:30
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Chris Hedges traces America's history of military interventions and argues that, unlike past administrations, Washington's imperial project now operates with no self-reflection, no accountability, and no ability to read its adversaries or its allies. #Heat #US #imperialism #military #interventions
China's plan to overhaul its education system 02.07.2026 11:20
China released its 15th Five-Year Plan for education development. Over the next five years, it hopes to build a high-quality system that encourages lifelong learning and global competitiveness. #Heat #China #Education #AI #innovation
US Supreme Court rulings against Trump 01.07.2026 27:50
The US Supreme Court ended its term with major decisions on some issues closely watched around the world. The justices ruled against President Trump’s attempt to limit automatic birthright citizenship for those born in the United States, while clearing the way for tougher asylum and deportation policies. #Heat #USSupremeCourt #birthrightcitizenship #Trump #USimmigration
UN report on Israel’s deliberate targeting of children 27.06.2026 16:08
The UN reports Israel has deliberately targeted Palestinian children, resulting in genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes in the Gaza Strip. We spoke with Justice Srinivasan Muralidhar, Chair of the Independent Commission of Inquiry, about the details of the investigation. #Heat #UN #Gaza #Palestine #Israel
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