Tina Trinh

Writers, artists adapt AI technology to gain creative control

Artificial intelligence companies train their AI models using the works of writers, artists and creatives who typically aren’t credited or compensated. Instead of fighting AI, some tech companies are encouraging creators to take advantage of it. Tina Trinh reports.

Global AI race is on, world leaders say at Paris summit

At this week’s Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris, world leaders and technologists gathered to discuss the rapidly evolving field of generative artificial intelligence. Many are eager to join the global AI race, while others are proceeding with caution. Tina Trinh reports.

Therapists hack toys to suit young disabled students

Not all children can play with conventional toys. At a school in New York, occupational therapists are taking off-the-shelf toys and adapting them to make them more suitable for disabled students’ needs. Tina Trinh reports.

Donald J. Trump: An unconventional path to the presidency

Donald Trump takes the oath of office Monday to become the 47th president of the United States. It is a historic return to power for a man who in just over nine years reshaped the Republican Party in an increasingly divided country. VOA’s Tina Trinh looks at Trump’s political comeback.

Artificial Intelligence is the star at CES tech show

Technology companies, industry executives and entrepreneurs are in Las Vegas, Nevada, this week for CES, the consumer electronics show featuring the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, vehicle technology, robotics and more. Tina Trinh reports from Las Vegas.

Trump wants US to dominate AI as industry weighs benefits, risks

Generative artificial intelligence companies are racing to build on the popularity of programs like ChatGPT, but AI regulation has not kept pace with the technology. Now, an incoming administration could favor U.S. domination over risk mitigation. Tina Trinh reports.

More New Yorkers struggling with food insecurity, report finds

Increasing number of city residents, including the employed, rely on food pantries

Trump sentencing in hush money case remains uncertain

Back in May, former President Donald Trump was found guilty of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to suppress damaging information ahead of his 2016 election. His sentencing was delayed until after the election, but what happens next is less clear. Tina Trinh reports.

Trump agenda to strengthen American might and prosperity offers few details

Donald Trump’s agenda calls for him to deliver on key campaign talking points: improving border security, strengthening the economy and putting America first. While his promises are bold, details on how they’ll be carried out are few. Tina Trinh reports.

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Donald J. Trump: An unconventional path to the presidency

In this episode of “The Candidates,” VOA's series on the 2024 presidential election, we look at former and perhaps future President Donald Trump. VOA’s Tina Trinh explores Trump’s attempt at a historic political comeback.

Vance and Walz face off in US vice presidential debate

U.S. vice presidential nominees Tim Walz and JD Vance met for the first and only vice presidential debate of this election season. Tina Trinh reports from New York.

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We report on a small town in Ohio at the center of the Presidential campaign. Plus, we cover the forces threatening U.S. election integrity. This week on The Inside Story: USA VOTES 2024.

‘Childless cat ladies’ and ‘anti-family’ assertions give rise to natalism

Parenthood has become politicized this election season. As U.S. birthrates decline and more Americans choose not to start a family, some portend the collapse of the U.S. economy and society. But experts say it’s not that simple. Tina Trinh reports.

Black creatives band together to navigate fashion industry barriers

A lack of opportunities has resulted in underrepresentation of Black designers, stylists and other creatives in the fashion industry. It’s also created a new wave of Black entrepreneurs who are passing on lessons of the business. Tina Trinh reports.

Stranger who offered to pay for sewing classes saved his life

New York is one of the fashion capitals of the world, but the industry has made fewer strides in advancing and promoting minorities. In the uptown neighborhood of Harlem, a program is tapping into community talent, led by a local who almost missed out on the industry entirely. Tina Trinh reports.

Harlem designers defying the odds

In New York, aspiring fashion designers often attend colleges like the Fashion Institute of Technology or Parsons School of Design. But for those without the means or access to higher education, a Harlem-based fashion incubator is providing alternative paths to the industry.

Youth engagement reaches new heights this election cycle

Will the youth vote send Kamala Harris or Donald Trump to the White House? Organizers on both sides have seen a swell of voter enthusiasm and support, particularly among young people. But younger voters have shown low turnouts at the polls. VOA’s Tina Trinh explores whether that could change.

Memes, mudslinging appear on social media in run-up to election

In a U.S. election season that has been filled with unexpected twists and turns, social media users have responded in kind … with coconuts and cat ladies. VOA’s Tina Trinh explains.

J.D. Vance selected as Trump’s vice presidential running mate

After months of speculation, Donald Trump announced his vice presidential running mate. J.D. Vance joins the Republican presidential ticket as one of the youngest vice presidential candidates since Richard Nixon in 1952. The nomination puts his newcomer status and political inexperience to the test.