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Affichage des articles du décembre, 2019

Australia's deadly wildfires are showing no signs of stopping. Here's what you need to know

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'SNL' alum revives iconic character, and Anderson Cooper loses it

'Saturday Night Live' alum Cheri Oteri joins Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen for New Year's Eve and revived her iconic Barbara Walters impression to ring in 2020. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/36er7OB via IFTTT

Video shows terrifying close call on icy road

Dashcam video from the Anchorage Police department shows an incredible close call when a car loses control and nearly hits a tow truck driver. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/37rH0RY via IFTTT

He escaped jail and was killed more than 100 years ago while on the run. His remains were just identified

Bones discovered in an Idaho cave in 1979 and 1991 have been identified as the remains of Joseph Henry Loveless, a man who escaped from prison more than a century ago after being arrested for killing his wife. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2tgBza2 via IFTTT

Musical panned as '10th circle of hell'

'Cats' the musical bombed with critics and moviegoers. Here's why. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/35goAlQ via IFTTT

Twin foreign policy crises greet Trump as election year dawns

President Donald Trump is suddenly faced on the first day of election year with hot foreign policy crises with Iran and North Korea that put American lives at risk and could weigh heavily on his own political prospects. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZF0kIY via IFTTT

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle share cute new photo of baby Archie

Prince Harry and wife Meghan have celebrated the new year with an adorable photo of baby Archie having a cuddle with his dad. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/37pReCv via IFTTT

CNN Travel's 20 best places to visit in 2020

Whether you want to relax on a remote island off the coast of Africa, ride Germany's coolest trains or spot howling monkeys in South America, there is much to explore heading into a new decade in 2020. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/37sbrHX via IFTTT

Trump says certain e-cigarette flavors will come off the market

An announcement that will take certain e-cigarette flavors off the US market is coming soon, President Donald Trump told reporters at Mar-a-Lago on Tuesday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZHvQ9h via IFTTT

Mom tried to film her daughter's proposal. She got this instead

When it comes to remembering a special moment, sometimes the best way to do it is to catch it on camera. So when Susan Griego's daughter was about to get proposed to, she was ready to capture the surprise. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2rF4sfo via IFTTT

The most anticipated buildings set to shape the world in 2020

The past year in architecture has been filled with milestones, from the completion of Africa's tallest building to the opening of Europe's first underwater restaurant. We also watched in horror as Notre Dame burned, gained new "supertall" skyscrapers and lost industry giants like I.M. Pei and César Pelli. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZEBMzO via IFTTT

Pope Francis smacks woman's hand to free himself from her grip

Pope Francis was happily greeting children and pilgrims in St. Peter's Square on Tuesday when he slapped a woman's hand to free himself. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2sE5Krv via IFTTT

Mariah Carey's Twitter account appears to have been hacked

Mariah Carey ended 2019 with an unfortunate surprise. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2rNIJ5c via IFTTT

The right response to cadets' revolting Nazi salute

Good riddance to them and kudos to the governor that canned them all, writes Jill Filipovic, but there's still a serious problem: firing the people who raised their arms in a Nazi salute does not root out any of the potential underlying rot among those in positions of authority that abetted the act. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2rIPR2C via IFTTT

TV personality Stacy London introduces girlfriend on Instagram

Former "What Not to Wear" host Stacy London is ending 2019 full of "incredible joy," thanks, she says, to her girlfriend of more than a year. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/37nGxQW via IFTTT

Boy, 12, saves great-grandparents when his half brother allegedly stabbed them

A 12-year-old Texas boy saved the lives of his great-grandparents by wresting a knife away during a stabbing attack while driving Sunday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/37sq65I via IFTTT

The 10 artists who transformed music this decade

What would the 2010s be without Beyoncé? Kendrick Lamar? Frank Ocean? from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2uaIzpr via IFTTT

The 10 biggest sports stars of the decade

As a memorable sporting decade draws to a close, we take stock of the men and women who've set the standard for others to follow, on and off the field. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39tNYrw via IFTTT

Puffins scratched their itches with sticks. It's the first evidence seabirds use tools

Perhaps puffins aren't as bird-brained as previously believed. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZBP68a via IFTTT

Former tennis champion claims LGBTQ teaching in schools is controlled by 'the devil'

Former tennis champion Margaret Court has reiterated her controversial opinions on the LGBTQ community and transgender athletes, claiming LGBTQ teaching in schools is controlled by "the devil." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/357jqIQ via IFTTT

Protesters try to storm US embassy in Baghdad after airstrikes

Protesters attempted to storm the US embassy in Baghdad on Tuesday, scaling the walls and forcing the gates of the compound, as hundreds demonstrated against American airstrikes on an Iran-backed militia group in Iraq. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39omeVv via IFTTT

'Murder Mystery' tops Netflix's most-popular titles of 2019

In a year of huge streaming hits, "Murder Mystery" topped Netflix's most popular US releases list for 2019. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2tf7dob via IFTTT

'Star Wars' writer addresses lack of screen time for beloved character

A writer for "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" is addressing why we didn't see some intended scenes with actress Kelly Marie Tran in the film. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39t6zUD via IFTTT

Ghosn says he fled a 'rigged Japanese justice system'

The embattled former auto titan Carlos Ghosn has left Japan for Lebanon to escape what he called a "rigged Japanese justice system." CNN's David Culver reports. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2MHHvQ8 via IFTTT

UK to press Cyprus on 'distressing' teen gang rape case

UK authorities plan to raise concerns with Cyprus over a trial that saw a British teenager found guilty of lying to police after she alleged she was gang raped at a resort. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/35b54aj via IFTTT

A grim end to a dark political year

A rancorous year is raging to a close in apt fashion, with a prolonged burst of presidential fury, partisan dislocation in Washington and amid warnings that America's very soul is under threat. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2QzF3fv via IFTTT

US Army bans soldiers from using TikTok over security worries

The US Army has banned the use of the hugely popular short video app TikTok by its soldiers, calling it a security threat. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2sysOYN via IFTTT

A Kansas officer claimed McDonald's employees wrote a derogatory term on his cup. He made it up, the police chief says

A Kansas police officer who initially claimed McDonald's employees wrote "F*****g pig" on his cup has resigned, the city's police chief said. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/36dbTcX via IFTTT

Fan builds hobbit-inspired rental home

A "Lord of the Rings" superfan is building a Hobbit's cozy dream home--a partially underground "Hobbit hole" based on those found dotted throughout the Shire in J.R.R. Tolkein's "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings" series. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2tfqVQR via IFTTT

Watch this thirsty koala guzzle a cyclist's water bottle

A group of cyclists in Adelaide, South Australia were stopped by a very thirsty koala as the country deals with deadly bushfires and record-breaking heat waves. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2F3T289 via IFTTT

Hanukkah stabbings survivor smashed attacker with table

• Opinion: A society at risk of falling apart • What knife-wielding man said to attack survivor • See the moment officers arrest suspect from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2soCUvq via IFTTT

Thousands of Australian residents are trapped on a beach as wildfires rage

Thousands of people are trapped on a beach in southeast Australia after fleeing their homes as strong winds brought wildfires and smoke so thick that the morning sky turned dark. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2spTUkY via IFTTT

A massive wind turbine in New York City crashes down onto a car

A recently installed wind turbine came crashing down in a New York City neighborhood, causing a chain reaction on Monday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39teWQg via IFTTT

Trump's latest call with Putin raises more questions than it answers

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They train 14 hours a day, 7 days a week, chasing million-dollar paydays. Meet China's new breed of e-sports athletes

In the basement of a huge townhouse on the outskirts of Beijing, young Chinese men are clustered in front of screens playing computer games 14 hours a day. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2u7DkGX via IFTTT

Democracy has taken a detour this century. Can it get back on track?

Impeachment proceedings against an American president should be a serious democratic exercise aimed at finding the truth. But remarks from both sides of the aisle suggest the process against Donald Trump will be a futile vote along party lines. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/3645HUD via IFTTT

A 12-year-old got a magnifying glass for Christmas -- and set his lawn on fire

A family in Texas found themselves doing damage control on Christmas Day after their 12-year-old son accidentally set their lawn on fire with a magnifying glass. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39pyPaP via IFTTT

Judge sidesteps decision over White House immunity while dismissing impeachment witness lawsuit

A federal judge on Monday dismissed a lawsuit that former Trump national security official Charles Kupperman had filed challenging a House subpoena for him to testify in the impeachment inquiry after the chamber withdrew their subpoena. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/355AkHO via IFTTT

Biden's retort to heckler draws applause

At a campaign stop in New Hampshire, Democratic frontrunner Joe Biden found himself getting repeatedly interrupted by hecklers. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39qJSRe via IFTTT

14-year-old disappears on his way to school

A 14-year-old boy in Ohio disappeared on his way to school ten days ago and has not been seen since, the Port Clinton Police Department said. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2QAfcnV via IFTTT

Huawei's sales grew in 2019, but it says next year will be 'difficult'

A top Huawei executive says the Chinese tech company had a strong 2019. But next year promises to be "difficult" as it battles a prolonged American campaign against its business. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/37tKCmR via IFTTT

British woman found guilty of lying about gang rape in Cyprus resort town

A British woman has been found guilty of lying to police after alleging she was gang-raped by 12 Israeli youths in Cyprus. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2F3UFm6 via IFTTT

The cultural moments that defined 2019

From Jennifer Lopez storming Milan Fashion Week in an updated version of her iconic Versace dress to the sale of a $120,000 banana, the year was full of unforgettable cultural moments. Here's CNN Style's list of the ones 2019 will be remembered for. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39pQSO8 via IFTTT

Thirsty koala approaches cyclists and chugs their water

Anna Heusler was riding her bike down from the hills toward Adelaide, South Australia on Thursday with a group of cyclists when she saw a koala sitting in the middle of the road. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2F7KWvo via IFTTT

Fires threaten koalas in New South Wales

Australia's bush fires are having a devastating effect on koalas, which are a symbol of the nation. CNN's Natalie Allen reports the animals are being particularly hit hard in New South Wales as their habitats are destroyed. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2MyNyGM via IFTTT

What are Indian boys taught about privilege?

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Armed parishioners saved 'untold number of lives.' This law made it legal to have guns in church

A shooter at a church in White Settlement, Texas, was taken down by parishioners with guns seconds after he began firing Sunday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/35aeOl6 via IFTTT

Chinese scientist who edited genes of twin babies is jailed for 3 years

A Chinese scientist who helped create the world's first gene-edited babies has been sentenced to three years in prison. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Q68fMj via IFTTT

Suspect in Hanukkah celebration stabbings had 'long history of mental illness,' family says

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Japan Airlines is giving away 50,000 free plane tickets

Japan Airlines is giving away 50,000 free round-trip domestic air tickets to international tourists next summer -- but there's a catch. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2MCpEd9 via IFTTT

Tens of thousands of people urged to leave popular tourist areas as fires rage in Australia

Tens of thousands of residents and people on vacation in the picturesque southeastern Australian state of Victoria have been urged to evacuate as wildfires continue to rage across the region. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2SzymwN via IFTTT

Death toll from typhoon that lashed Philippines over Christmas rises to 47

The death toll from a powerful typhoon that lashed the Philippines over Christmas has risen to 47, with another nine people still missing, authorities said on Monday morning local time from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZzTlks via IFTTT

Japan's Nikkei is ending the year as one of the region's best performing indexes

Japan's benchmark stock index is closing out 2019 as one of the region's best performers. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Zx1rui via IFTTT

Putin and Trump spoke by phone to discuss counter-terrorism efforts, Kremlin says

Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with President Donald Trump by phone Sunday, discussing counter-terrorism efforts and "matters of mutual interest," according to a Kremlin readout of the call. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2SIS09s via IFTTT

Most Brits want to change how the BBC is funded

Bad news for the BBC: The broadcaster is not the United Kingdom's most trusted news source, and two-thirds of Britons want to change how it's funded. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/37jRFOz via IFTTT

Washington Post: Giuliani held back channel phone call with Venezuelan President

President Donald Trump's personal lawyer held a back channel phone call with Venezuela's embattled President Nicolas Maduro in September 2018, according to The Washington Post, serving as the latest example of the scope of Rudy Giuliani's role in US foreign diplomacy. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Q5Bj6D via IFTTT

Looking back at Trump's Twitter attacks of 2019

The Inside Politics team looked back at President Donald Trump's tweets throughout 2019 and found nearly 100 people that the President attacked on Twitter. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2QsUNRD via IFTTT

2 shot dead during filming of music video

The victims were filming a rap video near Berwyn in Harris County when they were "ambushed" by shooters, according to investigators. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2SAS4bA via IFTTT

Trump's airstrikes are a sensible use of force

Peter Bergen writes that the Trump administration's decision to conduct airstrikes on an Iran-affiliated militia on Sunday demonstrates an emerging Trump doctrine on the use of force. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2F0FdaF via IFTTT

Photographer: I saw the semi and knew I had to run

A semi-truck in crashed into a multi-car pileup on a Texas highway, leaving several injured. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2MzlT8w via IFTTT

Synthetic opioids like fentanyl ravaged the US during the last decade. They may do even more damage to Asia in the next

Aroon's eyes rolled back into his head, his breath became fast and labored, and his body started to quiver. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2rzUjk6 via IFTTT

Civil rights icon Rep. John Lewis announces he has stage 4 pancreatic cancer

Civil rights icon and US Democratic Rep. John Lewis of Georgia has been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer, his office announced Sunday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2tXYCXf via IFTTT

1 dead after small plane crashes into Maryland homes, erupts in flames

One person was killed after a small plane crashed into two homes in Lanham, Maryland, on Sunday, officials said. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZAk4xf via IFTTT

Cincinnati Zoo's Walter the warthog has died

One of the Cincinnati Zoo's most beloved animals has died. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/37jIEoP via IFTTT

Liverpool remains unbeaten in Premier League -- but there's more VAR controversy

Liverpool ended the first half of the Premier League season unbeaten after beating Wolves 1-0, but the visitors felt aggrieved after two VAR decisions went against them for the second straight game. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/37o4BmT via IFTTT

Suspect arrested in Denny's restaurant killing, but another is still on the run

One man accused in a deadly robbery at a Denny's restaurant in Virginia is behind bars. But police are still scrambling to find another suspect. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/353EuzT via IFTTT

US strikes 5 facilities in Iraq and Syria linked to Iranian-backed militia

US forces conducted strikes in Iraq and Syria against five facilities tied to an Iranian-backed militia blamed for a series of attacks on joint US-Iraq military facilities housing American forces. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/36ixJvL via IFTTT

At least 3 injured in US church shooting

Three people were shot at the West Freeway Church of Christ in White Settlement, Texas, on Sunday, Fort Worth Fire Department spokesman Mike Drivdahl said. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/366ftFy via IFTTT

National security adviser: US prepared to take action if North Korea delivers its 'Christmas gift'

National security adviser Robert O'Brien said Sunday the US is prepared to take action if North Korea fulfills its promise to deliver a "Christmas gift," including a potential long-range missile test. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2QsOr4K via IFTTT

Teenage wonderkid Erling Haland joins Borussia Dortmund

Borussia Dortmund have won the race to land teenage wonderkid Erling Braut Haland, signing the towering striker in a deal through 2024. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2QtESCr via IFTTT

Journalist faces a year in jail over tweet about judge

Moroccan journalist and activist Omar Radi will face trial in Morocco in January for allegedly insulting a judge in a tweet he posted nine months ago, NGO Human Rights Watch said in a statement. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Q5b2oQ via IFTTT

Anti-Semitic graffiti sprayed across London shopfronts and synagogue

Police in London are investigating anti-Semitic graffiti found scrawled across shop fronts, restaurants and a synagogue as a possible hate crime. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Qv6ZkF via IFTTT

Avalanche in Italian Alps kills woman and children

A woman and two children have died after an avalanche struck a ski slope in the Italian Alps on Saturday, a Guardia di Finanza (Finance Police) source told CNN. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2F6yXOk via IFTTT

Cristiano Ronaldo wants to try acting when he's done with football

Juventus and Portugal fans, don't worry, Cristiano Ronaldo doesn't plan on retiring anytime soon. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2SAXKlD via IFTTT

5 were stabbed at a New York residence, police say. A witness said it was the home of a rabbi

Five people were stabbed at a Rockland County residence Saturday night, police said. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/3687hEK via IFTTT

Iranians honor those who died in protests despite government clampdown

The Iranian government has banned the families of protesters killed during anti-government unrest in November from organizing any kind of funeral service or memorial for their children or loved ones. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Sxd1E2 via IFTTT

Why the past decade saw the rise and rise of East Asian pop culture

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Daughter-in-law of LSU coach among the 5 killed in a small plane crash en route to bowl game

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Frozen LEGO bricks lead to huge discovery

Scientists in England have frozen LEGO blocks to the coldest temperature possible on Earth, and the implications could be big. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2MwCDx3 via IFTTT

Model's selfie leaves viewers stunned with how much he and actress mom look alike

Actress Elizabeth Hurley and her model son Damian have stunned followers on Instagram with how much the two look alike. Damian shared a Christmas Day selfie of the duo wearing black beanie hats, winter coats and long, wavy brown locks. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2spp77I via IFTTT

Archeologists in Mexico discovered the ruins of an ancient Mayan palace

A Mayan palace dating back more than 1,000 years was discovered by archeologists in Mexico. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39kMO1F via IFTTT

Seven bodies were found on a ghost ship believed to have come from North Korea

Seven bodies were found on the remnants of a wooden boat which has washed onto the shores of the Japanese island Sado, Japanese public broadcaster NHK reported. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/37mgsln via IFTTT

Mikaela Shiffrin moves into second behind Lindsay Vonn with her 63rd World Cup skiing win

Three-time overall World Cup alpine skiing champion Mikaela Shiffrin on Saturday won the giant slalom in Lienz, Austria, giving her 63 race titles overall, good for No. 2 among female skiers all-time. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39kurcZ via IFTTT

Miami Heat forward Chris Silva reunites with his mom after 3 years apart

It was a Christmas miracle for Miami Heat forward Chris Silva. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2tcWVVu via IFTTT

South African cyclist sustains serious injury after scuffle with park rangers

South African National Parks will investigate an incident that left a cyclist injured after a scuffle with rangers. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZBqBI3 via IFTTT

Thai Navy SEAL dies from infection he contracted during cave rescue

A Thai Navy SEAL has died from an infection he contracted during the daring rescue of 12 boys and their soccer coach from a flooded cave in Thailand last year. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/365mXbZ via IFTTT

Addresses of several UK New Year's Honours recipients posted online in error

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Trump's apparent frustration with impeachment trial simmers over holidays

President Donald Trump is showing signs of increasing frustration with the uncertainty surrounding his Senate trial as he spends time in Florida over the holidays at his Mar-Lago resort with a rotating cast of aides. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Q6bHqp via IFTTT

Is Premier League title Liverpool's already? Guardiola hints as much

Last season, the title race in the English Premier League went down to the final day, with Manchester City edging Liverpool by one point. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2F10nW3 via IFTTT

Russia deploys hypersonic missile into 'combat duty,' state media claims

Russia's new hypersonic missile system known as Avangard has entered service, the country's state media has reported. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Q5YJsx via IFTTT

Sharon Osbourne forced assistant to enter burning house to retrieve artwork -- then fired him

Sharon Osbourne has a shocking confession. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39lCQNl via IFTTT

Filming of music video ends in 2 deaths and 6 injuries after apparent drive-by shooting, police say

Two people were killed during an apparent drive-by shooting during the filming of a music video in the Houston area Friday night, the Harris County Sheriff's Office said. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2SxqbB2 via IFTTT

Democracy has taken a detour this century. Can it get back on track?

Impeachment proceedings against an American president should be a serious democratic exercise aimed at finding the truth. But remarks from both sides of the aisle suggest the process against Donald Trump will be a futile vote along party lines. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/3645HUD via IFTTT

There are likely no survivors in Hawaii tour helicopter crash. Search resumes for 7th victim

The search is back on for the seventh victim of a tour helicopter that crashed Thursday on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, officials said. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/37eRap3 via IFTTT

Millions brace for snow and freezing rain across US

A complex winter storm is moving through the central United States, threatening to impact holiday travelers, according to the National Weather Service. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2tQ0MIr via IFTTT

Family making its own Lamborghini gets a surprise from the factory

What started out as a simple game between a father and son turned into a Christmas surprise of a lifetime from Italian supercar maker Lamborghini for a family from Erie, Colorado. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/365LoWS via IFTTT

Video captures truck losing control at foggy Texas accident scene, leaving 2 hurt

A multi-vehicle pileup in Texas on Friday was partially captured in a dramatic video of an 18-wheel tractor-trailer slamming into the accident scene. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39lW4Cq via IFTTT

Extraordinary video moments of the year

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There's a Texas-size area of hot sea water off the coast of New Zealand

In the South Pacific Ocean east of New Zealand, satellite imagery shows a massive area of ocean water at well-above-average temperatures. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Zzm4px via IFTTT

Indians are right to protest against rape, but the fight must start at home

A typical scene unfolds in India: angry crowds flood the streets in a mass outcry after yet another woman or girl falls victim to sexual violence. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Zs8PHi via IFTTT

Magnitude 5.1 earthquake strikes Iran near nuclear power plant

A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck southwestern Iran early Friday morning in a region which houses the country's first nuclear power plant. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2QkI6Z7 via IFTTT

Trump caught in Congress' tense standoff

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Woman forced into prostitution shares harrowing details

The smuggling route from Vietnam to the UK is a well-trodden yet dangerous path for those seeking work and a better life. CNN's Scott McLean tracked down two young Vietnamese women who made it to England. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/361gLBU via IFTTT

She's 29, Mexican-American and plans on voting for Trump ... again

CNN's Nick Valencia speaks with one group of Hispanic voters in El Paso, Texas, who are campaigning hard for the reelection of President Donald Trump. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZnYV9E via IFTTT

Teenage boys who witness their peers abusing girls are more likely to bully and fight with others, study says

Teaching young boys to respect their female peers goes a long way -- it may even help prevent violent behaviors, one study reports. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2EYsCVa via IFTTT

Frozen LEGO bricks lead to huge discovery

Scientists in England have frozen LEGO blocks to the coldest temperature possible on Earth, and the implications could be big. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2MwCDx3 via IFTTT

New film explores the life of iconic singer

CNN Films' "Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice" tells the story of the music icon. Watch New Year's Day at 9 p.m. ET/PT. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/33AYKbu via IFTTT

ESPN reporter Edward Aschoff's fiancée talks about her love and his death

Katy Berteau, the fiancée of ESPN reporter Edward Aschoff, thanked people for their support and further explained how he died on his 34th birthday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2SunrUV via IFTTT

Airplane crashes in Kazakhstan with 100 people on board

At least seven people have died after a plane carrying 95 passengers and five crew members crashed shortly after takeoff near the city of Almaty in Kazakhstan on Friday morning. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/362iuqi via IFTTT

Death toll rises to 28 and thousands take refuge in Philippines after Christmas Eve typhoon

The number of people confirmed dead since Typhoon Phanfone hit the Philippines on Christmas Eve has risen to 28, as thousands of people affected by the storm remain in temporary evacuation shelters, authorities said Friday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34YYC6b via IFTTT

No, Justin Trudeau didn't get Trump edited out of 'Home Alone 2'

President Donald Trump tweeted Thursday night about a matter that had been percolating in pro-Trump media circles all day: the Canadian Broadcasting Corp. editing him out of "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39gerZG via IFTTT

Asian markets mostly rise after China's industrial profits grow

Asian markets mostly rose on Friday after China released solid economic data. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Sr9LKm via IFTTT

Recalling US ambassador over gay rights, corruption comments was cowardly move

Corrupt and bigoted leaders worldwide have learned an important lesson from President Donald's Trump administration: They may have a friend in America. And American civil servants have learned a lesson, too: they might not. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2tU5uFg via IFTTT

Reddit user receives Secret Santa gift from Bill Gates

A Michigan woman got the Secret Santa gift of a lifetime this Christmas -- an 81-pound package from Bill Gates. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/37giljv via IFTTT

Trump said he was honored to be in 'Home Alone 2.' The same day, Canadian TV broadcast the movie without his cameo. Here's why.

On Christmas Eve, President Donald Trump told service members how he was honored to be in "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York," a movie he described as "one of the biggest" Christmas hits. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PZNn9x via IFTTT

Christmas passes with no 'gift' from N Korea, but US officials are still watching closely

Now that the Christmas holiday has passed without a "gift" from the North Korean regime, US officials are puzzled why Kim Jong Un chose not to conduct a weapons test so far. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PW1tbM via IFTTT

A giant red star is acting weird and scientists think it may be about to explode

A young, bright star has been acting a little erratic lately. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PZicuU via IFTTT

Opinion: The Trump admin is hiding something

During the House Intelligence Committee's investigation of President Donald Trump's effort to pressure Ukraine into announcing an investigation of the Bidens, the committee issued 71 subpoenas and requests for information. The Trump administration, in response, produced nothing -- not a single piece of paper. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZgN5xQ via IFTTT

Ruthless Liverpool goes 13 points clear in EPL with rout of Leicester City

Freshly crowned Club World Cup champion Liverpool took a giant stride towards its first English top flight title in 30 years with a 4-0 Boxing Day rout of closest challenger Leicester City. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2EWqhdq via IFTTT

American University of Afghanistan could close next year if federal funding is cut

The American University of Afghanistan is drawing up plans to shut down next year, a casualty of anticipated US government budget slashing of the school's steady stream of funding, three sources familiar with the planning tell CNN. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2t4b6fL via IFTTT

Driver repeatedly runs over package

Video shows a delivery driver placing a customer's package in the street and then repeatedly rolls over it before driving away. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2QjI4ka via IFTTT

This 10-bedroom mansion in New York was offered for only $50,000, with one catch

A 6,000-square-foot, 10-bedroom Victorian mansion could've been yours for only $50,000, but there was one catch: You had to put together a restoration proposal for the historic property in order to be considered. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2QjRZGt via IFTTT

Kim and Kanye give 6-year-old daughter a $65,000 gift

For Christmas, Kim Kardashian and Kanye West gave their daughter a jacket that Michael Jackson once wore during an appearance with Elizabeth Taylor. HLN's Susan Hendricks explains. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ryipMi via IFTTT

People using illicit opioids face higher risk of death from these causes, study finds

People using illicit opioids are not only at an increased risk of a drug-related death, but a new study finds they have an elevated risk of dying from noncommunicable diseases, infectious diseases, suicide and unintentional injuries. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2SsuBcw via IFTTT

A man stopped for Christmas groceries and went home with a quarter of a million dollars

As he prepared to host his family for Christmas, Michael Rosenbrock loaded up his shopping cart with all the holiday feast fixings: Ham, stuffing, tasty treats and -- unbeknownst to him -- a quarter of a million dollars. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/37leEcr via IFTTT

Amazon has its best holiday season ever

Amazon said this holiday season was another record-setter. The overall retail sector had a big year too, signaling that the decade-long economic expansion in the United States still has some legs left in it. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/35Z2Hsn via IFTTT

Last solar eclipse of the decade creates 'ring of fire'

The universe sent one last solar salute of the decade down to Earth on Christmas day -- or Thursday, December 26, depending on where you are in the world. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/378LHjv via IFTTT

Russian opposition leader says staffer 'kidnapped' and sent to Arctic base

Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny has said one of his employees was "kidnapped" from his Moscow apartment and sent to a remote Arctic military base, amid a year-end crackdown ahead of Russian holidays. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PXtNdV via IFTTT

'Ring of Fire' solar eclipse darkens the sky

A solar eclipse darkened skies across Asia on Dec. 26, creating a spectacular 'Ring of Fire'. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2sZSWMb via IFTTT

Ex-husband of Norwegian princess takes his own life

Ari Behn, an author and the former husband of a Norwegian princess, died by suicide on Christmas Day, Behn's family's spokesman Geir Håkonsund announced. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ESVH4r via IFTTT

Shouting into the apocalypse: The decade in climate change

What's that worn-out phrase? Shouting into the wind? Well, after a decade of rising pollution, failed politics and worsening disasters, it seems the many, many of us who care about the climate crisis increasingly are shouting into the hurricane, if not the apocalypse. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2t7g3nK via IFTTT

Queen reflects on a turbulent year in Christmas address

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II highlighted environmentalism in her annual Christmas broadcast, and insisted on the possibility of reconciliation at the end of a year that saw the United Kingdom wracked by divisions over Brexit. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/35X07TS via IFTTT

Battle over Trump's impeachment continues past Christmas

The holiday vacation President Donald Trump once viewed as the raring precursor to a vindictive Senate trial has instead turned into a deadlocked interlude as he battles Democrats over the time and place for his symbolic day in court. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2MszX3w via IFTTT

Can tech save the kakapo, New Zealand's 'gorgeous, hilarious' parrot?

A monumental effort is underway to save one of New Zealand's best loved birds from extinction. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34W22GQ via IFTTT

See the horrifying moment a crane collapses onto a boat, spilling fuel

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Lindsey Vonn and her fiancé are engaged again. This time she popped the question

Lindsey Vonn has an engagement ring and now her fiancé, NHL star P.K. Subban, has one too. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PWABZh via IFTTT

This Japanese secret can help you live to 100

CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains how Ikigai can help you live to 100. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2B0onHC via IFTTT

Christmas in Hong Kong marked by demonstrations and tear gas

Anti-government protesters returned to the streets of Hong Kong over the Christmas holiday, clashing with riot police in malls and busy shopping districts across the semiautonomous Chinese territory. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39d8tIX via IFTTT

Japan's birth rate hits another record low in 2019

Japan's demographic crisis is getting worse, as the fast-graying nation experienced its biggest natural population decline and a record-low birth rate this year, government statistics show. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2QjgqUf via IFTTT

200 homes destroyed as forest fires tear through historic Chilean city

At least 200 homes have been destroyed after forest fires swept through a residential area in the Chilean port city of Valparaiso on Christmas Eve. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ETvUcq via IFTTT

Young people across Asia pushed for change in 2019. Meet five of them

2019 was the year of youth activism. Around the world, students and young adults took matters into their own hands, fighting for social issues like gender equality and climate action. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2tMlybW via IFTTT

What's behind Trump's nonsense on windmills and light bulbs

Did Donald Trump give you a lump of coal for Christmas? The President, after all, is doing everything possible to boost the production of coal, oil and natural gas. Yes, Trump's actions are helping to wreck the planet. But Trump and his cronies, notably Mitch McConnell and Rupert Murdoch, know full well what they are doing, making their actions all the more despicable. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Mt2jdT via IFTTT

A security camera captured a police officer in Australia saving a choking baby

The couple was frantic. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/35YJ1F3 via IFTTT

NBA player Nick Young gets engaged on Christmas

NBA player Nick Young hasn't played since 2018 -- but that doesn't mean he isn't winning. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34VvEnJ via IFTTT

Kanye West dropped a new album on Christmas and called it -- what else? -- 'Jesus Is Born'

Kanye West is back at it. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2EUrWjD via IFTTT

Toronto rapper Bvlly, 24, killed on Christmas Eve

Bvlly, a Toronto-based rapper, was shot and killed early Christmas Eve in what police are calling a homicide. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39ezLP1 via IFTTT

Prince William kisses Prince Louis in adorable new family snap

Britain's Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have released an adorable new family photograph for Christmas. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/35VBabp via IFTTT

You can still buy $1 homes all over Italy

While most good things get more expensive, one dream got ridiculously cheap in 2019 thanks to the rise of the €1 home in Italy. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2SoEGXO via IFTTT

Prince Andrew joins royals for church service

Prince Andrew attended a private Christmas Day church service with his family Wednesday, pictures from the Queen's Sandringham estate showed. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2saKvxw via IFTTT

'Friends' theme song writer dies

Songwriter Allee Willis has died at age 72, according to her partner Prudence Fenton. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2MsZYQb via IFTTT

How Extinction Rebellion was born

Extinction Rebellion's meteoric rise has left many people -- including some of its founders -- wondering how they managed it, and whether the movement can maintain the momentum. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PU8gmj via IFTTT

Bank robbery suspect threw stolen money and wished everyone a 'Merry Christmas,' witness said

A Colorado Springs bank robbery got a Christmas spin. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/35W4TRA via IFTTT

Inside the Manus Island immigration center (2017)

UNHCR's Nai Jit Lam speaks to Kristie Lu Stout about difficult conditions in a refugee camp in Papua New Guinea's Manus Island. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2EPhIBl via IFTTT

A psychedelic journey, a radical strategy and perfect timing. How the world's fastest-growing climate movement was made

In March 2016, Gail Bradbrook was at an impasse. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZlABoR via IFTTT

Ex-Republican congressman says Trump 'unfit for office'

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Brother confessed to killing pregnant sister 'because of family conflict,' police say

A 19-year-old man in Texas confessed to police that he killed his 23-year-old pregnant sister "because of family conflict," police said in a statement. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2SsbbnZ via IFTTT

Harvey Weinstein cases in LA are being reviewed by district attorney's office

Eight cases against embattled Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein are being reviewed by the from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2QkPi7g via IFTTT

Christmas traditions around the world

For the millions of Americans who celebrate the Christian holiday of Christmas, the holiday is synonymous with traditions of everything from baking and decorating Christmas cookies to trimming a Christmas tree with heirloom ornaments. Americans go on marathon shopping trips, both in store and online to find that perfect gift while listening to Christmas carols. Stockings are hung and people enjoy Christmas parades, concerts and the classic Christmas films with a glass of eggnog or mug of hot cocoa. Around the world, Christmas traditions vary, but sharing a joyous spirit is a common theme. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2QcUJ8s via IFTTT

Rudy Giuliani's anti-Soros tirade exposes three uncomfortable truths

Monday evening, as American Jews gathered to celebrate the second night of Hanukkah, news broke of Rudy Giuliani's anti-Semitic tirade against billionaire philanthropist George Soros. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2MqTuS1 via IFTTT

Nissan stock falls after reports that a top executive is leaving

Shares of Nissan fell 2.6% in Tokyo on Wednesday after several news outlets reported that a top executive would abruptly leave the Japanese automaker. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2tQgy6f via IFTTT

Travis Kalanick to step down from Uber's board

Travis Kalanick is finally letting go of the company he helped build. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34Rx0QC via IFTTT

While house rehabbers weren't looking, burglars made off with 800 items

Police in St. Louis want to return hundreds of items -- including tools, stained glass panels and generators -- taken in burglaries targeting residential rehabbers. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2EMLk2a via IFTTT

A $26M Cimabue masterpiece was found in an elderly woman's kitchen. Now France is blocking its export

France has blocked the export of a long-lost Italian masterpiece, which was found in an elderly woman's kitchen and sold for almost 24.2 million Euros ($26.8 million) at auction earlier this year. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/39ccOfm via IFTTT

Justin Bieber is dropping new music and going on tour in 2020

Justin Bieber just gave a special gift to all his fans -- new music, a tour and a docuseries. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZnNqPe via IFTTT

A family needed to be rescued in Colorado's snowy mountains. Officials say it's a reminder to be prepared for anything

A family stranded in the snowy expanses of the Rockies was found safe on Christmas Eve after going missing for 24 hours. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Zkm6Sh via IFTTT

How families find joy in seeing a black Santa at Christmas

The first time Vivian Walker met a Santa the same color as she is, she was 41. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2SqKqjF via IFTTT

Rapper DaBaby cited on marijuana charge

Grammy-nominated and award-winning rapper DaBaby was given two misdemeanor citations by police in Charlotte on Monday, and the star took to social media to protest his treatment by law enforcement. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/35WOBb1 via IFTTT

Ed Sheeran says he began his weight loss journey after being fat shamed

Ed Sheeran revealed to losing more than 50 pounds after being trolled, and said he chose not to appear in his first music videos because "I never liked the way I looked." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Q9WV0g via IFTTT

Compilation of celebs lip-syncing goes viral

A group of celebrities, including Tyler Perry, Kim Kardashian West and Katy Perry, recorded a lip-sync music video for Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas Is You." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/397R5oY via IFTTT

Meet the baby Jesus repairman

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Britain's Queen Elizabeth II to acknowledge 'bumpy' year in Christmas message

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While #MeToo backlash raged in 2019, the movement notched up big gains

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CNN analyst on Ukraine email: Better than Schiff imagined

CNN's Laura Jarrett and commentator Joe Lockhart discuss the implications behind emails showing aid was being held from Ukraine roughly 90 minutes after President Donald Trump spoke to Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelensky on July 25. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Zgo71G via IFTTT

Rwanda accuses a pastor's daughter of treason and espionage. Her family says the charges are fabricated

Jackie Umuhoza was coming out of a beauty salon in Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, in late November when she was grabbed by five men and bundled into a van, her family says. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/35VGmMy via IFTTT

Video shows girl being pulled from rubble after airstrike

Dramatic video shows a girl being pulled from the rubble as airstrikes continue to shake northwest Syria.. CNN's Arwa Damon reports. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZauIdW via IFTTT

Prince Philip leaves hospital after four-night stay for undisclosed condition

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The invisible man: Text messages reveal former golfer's role in Ukraine scandal

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Internet pokes fun at Trump's war on windmills

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How impeachment reflects a post-facts era

The impeachment drama closing out 2019 and ringing in 2020 is emblematic of a year and political era where the value of truth and fact is being eroded. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2SmcWmP via IFTTT

Toxic coconut wine kills at least 11 people during Christmas celebrations in the Philippines

At least 11 people have died and hundreds more are being treated for suspected methanol poisoning after drinking locally made coconut wine during Christmas celebrations in the Philippines, according to the state-run Philippine News Agency. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ETYM45 via IFTTT

New Zealand police call off search for two remaining victims of White Island eruption

New Zealand police have ended the search for two remaining victims still missing after a deadly volcanic eruption on New Zealand's White Island, also known as Whakaari. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2sfkqxa via IFTTT

The invisible man: Text messages reveal former golfer's role in Ukraine scandal

When Lev Parnas and Igor Fruman traveled to Ukraine last winter to help Rudy Giuliani dig up dirt on President Donald Trump's political opponents, they were accompanied by a 44 year-old American named David Correia. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/376tLpE via IFTTT

Asian markets mixed as leaders from China, Japan and South Korea meet

Asian markets were mixed Tuesday as Chinese, Japanese and South Korean leaders prepared to meet in China to talk about trade and politics. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/372GgTf via IFTTT

Pentagon identifies US service member killed in Afghanistan

The Department of Defense has identified the US service member killed Monday in Afghanistan as Sgt. 1st Class Michael J. Goble, 33, of Washington Township, New Jersey. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2EQ48xv via IFTTT

In Asia Pacific the climate crisis is happening now, not in the future

The world's most disaster-prone region felt the harsh reality of the climate crisis in 2019. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/35YgtM8 via IFTTT

Meghan, Harry and baby Archie release their first Christmas card

Add a Christmas card from the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and baby Archie to your holiday joy. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2POZczd via IFTTT

Schumer pushes for Ukraine documents in Senate trial

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer on Monday ramped up his push for the Senate to pursue witnesses and documents in the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump after newly released emails raised questions about how aid to Ukraine was formally frozen on the same day of Trump's July call with the Eastern European country's leader. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/374kpuN via IFTTT

Colin Kaepernick's Air Force 1 sneakers with a not-so-subtle message sell out online

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FDA approves new drug for migraine sufferers

The US Food and Drug Administration on Monday announced the approval of a drug called ubrogepant for the acute treatment of migraine, which could be a new option for people who can't take or don't respond to migraine medications currently on the market. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/3728sWh via IFTTT

Harry Styles' 'Fine Line' album hits No. 1

Harry Styles has a lot to be thankful for this holiday season. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2s5WU5T via IFTTT

Woman shames would-be porch pirate at neighbor's house

A would-be porch pirate in Glendale, California, was in for a surprise when he tried to steal a package from someone's porch and their neighbor intervened. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/371FlCL via IFTTT

Police spread Christmas cheer by giving out candy instead of tickets

Some drivers in Boise, Idaho, have gotten a jolly surprise after seeing flashing blue lights in their rear-view mirrors: police are giving out candy instead of tickets for some minor offenses. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2SnbYGK via IFTTT

New Yorker editor reviews impeachment news coverage

Brian Stelter sits down with David Remnick, the editor of The New Yorker, to evaluate coverage of Trump's impeachment. "The stakes here are immense," Remnick said. "It's not about the political future of one man, Donald Trump. It's about the future of democracy and democratic process." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PMJG6K via IFTTT

How 2019 changed flying forever

The year 2019 was another year of high drama in the world of aviation. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34UEG4F via IFTTT

Soccer racism is 'depressing' and should be stamped out, UK minister says

Britain's sports minister is to hold discussions with officials at Tottenham Hotspur football club Monday after an opposition player said he was racially abused by fans, in the latest unsavory incident to mar the English Premier League. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2SjYImr via IFTTT

Australia reckons with wildfires' destruction

For months, firefighters have been battling catastrophic wildfires that have raged across South Australia. Since September, the death toll from the wildfires has jumped to nine, with nearly 800 homes destroyed in the country. CNN's Simon Cullen reports. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/35Se7y7 via IFTTT

From arctic blasts to heat waves, this year's weather broke more than 120,000 records in the US

An Alaskan heat wave. A Hawaiian winter storm. A deluge in Nebraska that turned towns into islands. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/395QvrS via IFTTT

Stalemate grips Senate impeachment trial

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Credit Suisse blames former executive for second spying scandal

Credit Suisse is blaming a former high ranking executive for placing a second top employee under surveillance earlier this year. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZizaYe via IFTTT

Saudi Arabia sentences five to death over Jamal Khashoggi murder

Saudi Arabia has sentenced five people to death for the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, the kingdom's public prosecutor said Monday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34M2iZ6 via IFTTT

CNN panel clashes: 'You're abusing power on air!'

CNN political analyst Hilary Rosen interrupts former Trump White House lawyer James Schultz during a discussion on impeachment, accusing him of "filibustering" while anchor Fredricka Whitfield tried to ask a question. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2MmJ3yG via IFTTT

China cuts some tariffs to boost trade and take heat out of pork prices

China will reduce import tariffs on hundreds of goods next week as it tries to boost trade, shore up its slowing economy and soften the impact of a devastating swine fever epidemic. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2MktpUL via IFTTT

Sonny Bill Williams speaks out against against China's Xinjiang camps

New Zealand rugby star Sonny Bill Williams has joined soccer player Mesut Ozil in speaking out against alleged human rights abuses by the Chinese government in the country's far-western Xinjiang region. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2EHEjj9 via IFTTT

600 gallons of oil spilled in waters off Galapagos Islands

Emergency teams in the Galapagos Islands are working to contain a 600-gallon oil spill after a cargo vessel overturned while being loaded with containers early Sunday, local officials said on Twitter. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/36Xbk6M via IFTTT

Holiday stalemate grips Senate impeachment trial

The stalemate over President Donald Trump's Senate impeachment trial is deepening with both sides in the polarized process lacking an incentive to move forward over the holidays. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2EHkYi3 via IFTTT

A look back at US-North Korea diplomacy in 2019

Talks between North Korea United States started the year with much promise, but things took a rocky turn in 2019. CNN's Will Ripley looks back. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZfcOXw via IFTTT

North Korea's 'Christmas gift' could be a new anti-US hard-line policy: source

North Korea is planning to adopt a hard-line policy toward the United States that involves taking denuclearization off the table amid perceptions that President Donald Trump is vulnerable politically, a source familiar with the North Korean leadership's current mindset told CNN. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2EH9R8G via IFTTT

'Watchman for truth:' Why this Supreme Court Justice's warning from 1945 is still relevant

A version of this article first appeared in the "Reliable Sources" newsletter. You can sign up for free right here. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2EMOAdH via IFTTT

Astronaut celebrates Hanukkah from, where else, space

NASA astronaut Jessica Meir celebrated the first day of Hanukkah in a place with a spectacular view -- space. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Ml8qkm via IFTTT

The 2010s in 10 minutes

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Asian markets mixed as Hang Seng flirts with milestone

Asian markets were mixed on Monday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/393n5KX via IFTTT

QVC founder Joseph Segel dies at 88

Joseph Segel, the founder of QVC, died on Saturday, according to a news release from the company that owns the shopping channel. He was 88 years old. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PNySFH via IFTTT

Bill Cosby's spokesman calls Eddie Murphy a 'Hollywood slave' after SNL appearance

A spokesman for Bill Cosby has fired back at Eddie Murphy after the comedian made jokes at Cosby's expense during his opening monologue on Saturday Night Live. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2sdWsSP via IFTTT

Rihanna teases fans about her latest album with a dog bobbing its head

Rihanna teased fans on Instagram on Sunday by posting a video of a dog bobbing its head to the song "Jump Around" by House of Pain -- and dropping a big hint about her upcoming album. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34Keb1v via IFTTT

New Zealand's White Island eruption death toll rises to 17

The death toll from New Zealand's White Island volcano eruption earlier this month has risen to 17 after another person died Sunday, police said. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2SgKVwQ via IFTTT

Supermarket stops production at Chinese factory after prison forced labor claims

British supermarket Tesco says it has suspended production at a Chinese factory following allegations that prisoners were forced to pack charity Christmas cards. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PMQC3V via IFTTT

Eddie Murphy returns to 'SNL' as Mister Robinson, Gumby and Buckwheat

Eddie Murphy returned to "Saturday Night Live" after 35 years, and he brought back many of his most popular characters. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2rmg6Me via IFTTT

From cashier to world's youngest PM. Finland's new leader breaks the mold

When leaders from the European Council gathered for a group photo in Brussels last week, it was hard to miss the class newbie. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZbvTtK via IFTTT

Australian PM Scott Morrison says he will 'accept the criticism' for vacationing in Hawaii as fires raged back home

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said he regrets being away on vacation with his family as fires raged across South Australia, resulting in the deaths of three people earlier this week. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/370sSiI via IFTTT

Newly released emails offer more details in timeline of pause to Ukraine aid

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10 of 11 Iowa voters picked this Democrat after debate

CNN's Gary Tuchman speaks with voters in Iowa to see where they stand on 2020 candidates following 2019's final Democratic debate. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2s6MaUG via IFTTT

Hong Kong risks losing a generation of future leaders

Over the past six months, police have arrested more than 6,000 protesters in Hong Kong -- more than 40 percent are students. Pro-democracy lawmakers and activists fear that Hong Kong will lose a generation of future leaders. CNN's Anna Coren reports. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2rgt9yK via IFTTT

New Zealand collects about 56,000 guns in buyback program after Christchurch massacre

New Zealand officials collected about 56,000 firearms as part of a sixth-month gun buyback program that ended Friday, according to a news release from the country's Minister of Police. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Sn6Baq via IFTTT

CNN Anchor: There's another reason why Trump was impeached

CNN's SE Cupp says that Democrats sought to shame President Trump by impeaching him, despite insisting that the move was not about politics. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Mh8ula via IFTTT

A cancerous green slime was found oozing onto a Detroit highway, officials say

A green liquid was found oozing onto Interstate 696 in Detroit Friday, causing authorities to block off portions of the highway and call in federal agencies to investigate. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2s1cUpJ via IFTTT

Trump accuses Democrats of 'violating Constitution'

President Donald Trump on Saturday slammed his impeachment by falsely claiming Democrats didn't follow the correct proceedings laid out by the US Constitution. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Zodied via IFTTT

Satellite images of North Korea reveal new work at military site linked to production of ICBMs

Fresh satellite images of North Korea obtained by CNN show new work and the expansion of buildings associated with the production of long-range intercontinental ballistic missile launchers in Pyongsong, North Korea. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34HWqQp via IFTTT

Internet shutdowns used to be rare. They're increasingly becoming the norm in much of the world

At the start of this year, as Zimbabwe cut off internet access across the country following anti-government protests, the internet pressure group Keep It On warned that such "shutdowns must never be allowed to become the new normal." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/391l2H7 via IFTTT

Trump signs spending bills, avoiding another holiday shutdown

President Donald Trump signed sweeping spending bills after he left Washington on Friday that allow the government to operate even as they do little to address the national debt, avoiding the dramatics of a shutdown crisis, from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Z85uNe via IFTTT

21 killed in bus crash in Guatemala, officials say

At least 21 people were killed Saturday when a bus and truck crashed in Guatemala, the Guatemalan Public Ministry said. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34H9GVn via IFTTT

US train derailed, two cars fall into Potomac River

Two freight cars fell into the Potomac River near Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, early Saturday morning when part of a Maryland-bound train derailed, according to a CSX spokesman. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Q8yLDx via IFTTT

Almost 100 arrested in MS-13 gang crackdown on Long Island

Authorities in New York have announced a wide-ranging investigation that resulted in criminal charges against 96 MS-13 gang members on Long Island. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PM7Hek via IFTTT

Las Vegas apartment building fire kills 6, injures 13

Six people died and 13 others were injured Saturday morning in an apartment fire in downtown Las Vegas, authorities say. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZblH4g via IFTTT

Macao might be China's 'good kid.' But Hong Kong still has the financial clout

Chinese President Xi Jinping's praise of Macao this week stands in stark contrast to Beijing's irritation with the political turmoil in neighboring Hong Kong. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2EHUf4T via IFTTT

8-year-old is YouTube's highest earner with $26 million

Ryan Kaji, who reviews toys on YouTube, has been named by Forbes as the platform's highest earner in 2019. His channel Ryan's World has 22.9 million subscribers and earned $26 million in 2019. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34E6ZnD via IFTTT

To win reelection, Trump needs to zero in on Ohio

Does Ohio still matter in presidential elections? For years, both parties believed that winning the presidential election required winning Ohio. That belief faded for Democrats as Ohio's population growth failed to keep up with that of the rest of the nation, which dropped Ohio's electoral power from 25 votes in 1980 down to just 18 in 2020. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34H4fpr via IFTTT

My Chemical Romance play their first concert in seven years

Welcome back to the Black Parade. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/394MSCk via IFTTT

NASCAR legend dead at 88

Robert Glenn "Junior" Johnson, one of NASCAR's earliest star drivers and a legendary figure in the auto racing garage, has died at age 88, according to NASCAR. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Miejz3 via IFTTT

Club World Cup: Roberto Firmino extra time winner as Liverpool sees off Flamengo

Liverpool won the Club World Cup for the first time as Roberto Firmino struck in extra time to finally see off the spirited challenge of South American champion Flamengo. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2rhE7nD via IFTTT

Everton held to goalless draw by Arsenal after Carlo Ancelotti appointment

With their two new bosses watching from the stands, Everton and Arsenal played out a tepid goalless draw in their English Premier League match at Goodison Park Saturday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34GGRZr via IFTTT

State lawmaker accused of domestic terrorism uses Trump impeachment as defense

A Republican state lawmaker, Matt Shea, is accused of participating "in an act of domestic terrorism against the United States," according to a new report released by the Washington State House Republicans on their website. CNN's Sara Sidner reports. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34EqY5L via IFTTT

Pelosi should block impeachment trial until White House is forced to reveal all

Let's call it the Pelosi Pause. There are no written rules governing the timetable for delivery of the House decision impeaching Donald Trump to the Senate, only custom. But then there were no written rules governing the timetable for a Senate decision on Barack Obama's nomination of Merrick Garland, only custom. If Speaker Nancy Pelosi follows Senator Mitch McConnell's playbook, Donald Trump will never stand trial in the Senate. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZceFwc via IFTTT

Trump was impeached this week. Here's what happens next

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ICE reopening long-closed deportation cases against Dreamers

The letter this fall from Immigrations and Customs Enforcement turned Zoila Pelayo's life on end. Stunned, she read that the agency was filing to reopen a deportation case against her that had been closed nearly eight years ago. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZaYnnr via IFTTT

Stars lead tributes to model Mama Cax

Celebrities have led tributes to model and activist Mama Cax, after it was announced that the Haitan-American model died earlier in the week. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/371NGWL via IFTTT

Death toll from India protests rises to 18

The death toll from India's protests against the controversial new citizenship law has risen to 18 after 10 people were killed in Uttar Pradesh, the country's largest and most populous state on Friday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34FRprL via IFTTT

Harry and Meghan spending 'private family time' in Canada

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been spending "private family time" in Canada, and have been introducing their young son to "the warmth of the Canadian people" spokesperson for the couple confirmed to CNN. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2MjbUnB via IFTTT

North Korea warns US could 'pay dearly' for human rights criticism

North Korea has warned the United States it "will be made to pay dearly" for any criticism of the country's human rights record, North Korean state news agency said Saturday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PLTgqF via IFTTT

25 Jewish lawmakers call on Trump top adviser to be fired

Twenty-five Jewish Democratic members of Congress are calling on President Donald Trump to remove senior White House adviser Stephen Miller from the administration based on leaked emails that showed he promoted stories from white nationalist and fringe media organizations. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34Ian0H via IFTTT

Pentagon watching North Korea closely amid signs it may conduct another test

North Korea may be preparing to test engines and other components of its missile program, an administration official tells CNN, but senior military commanders said Friday that the US is ready for "whatever" Pyongyang might do. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/35JKm2n via IFTTT

White House threatened spending bill veto and potential shutdown over congressional push on Ukraine payments

The White House insisted that House Democrats drop language in the year-end spending bill establishing a specific and quick timeline for deploying appropriated aid to Ukraine or risk a veto, multiple people involved with the talks told CNN. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/38SZix8 via IFTTT

A government watchdog said US bomb-sniffing dogs were dying overseas -- and then found even more had died

The US State Department's watchdog agency revealed Friday that it had learned that even more US bomb-sniffing dogs than previously known had died of preventable causes overseas. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Zcy7cs via IFTTT

Trump's 2020 case got a boost this week, except for that one big thing that happened

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US raises legal age to buy cigarettes, vapes to 21

President Donald Trump on Friday signed a sweeping spending bill into law, including a measure that prohibits the sale of tobacco products to anyone under the age of 21. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PGXmQS via IFTTT

Former Kentucky Gov. Bevin pardoned a child rapist. One of his reasons: The 9-year-old victim's hymen was intact

In his final days in office, former Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin issued hundreds of pardons and commutations to people he said he would not hesitate to welcome as neighbors, co-workers or members of his church. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/36QeDwC via IFTTT

Woman said she ran over a 14-year-old because she 'was a Mexican,' police say

An Iowa woman was charged with attempted murder after running over a 14-year-old girl, saying she did so because the teenager "was a Mexican," police said. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2EHJkZ4 via IFTTT

After two years, Trump's tax cuts have failed Americans

This month marks the two-year anniversary of President Trump's major legislative accomplishment: his rewrite of the tax code. As we head into the election year, you can bet that taxes and the economy will be topics of debate. President Trump will, no doubt, want voters to give him credit for his tax law, which he promised would lead to more investment, more jobs, higher wages and faster growth. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2EAVVgy via IFTTT

See driver swerve to avoid jackknifing truck

A truck driver recounts the moment he narrowly missed hitting another semitruck on an icy interstate in Wyoming. CNN affiliate KSTU's Lauren Steinbrecher reports. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PWDKai via IFTTT

Carnival Glory is headed back to New Orleans after colliding with another cruise ship in Mexico

The Carnival cruise ship damaged Friday in a collision with another Carnival vessel is on its way back to its home port in New Orleans, the cruise line said. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ZcR0fl via IFTTT

New York is shelling out $3.75 million to help build a hip-hop museum

New York awarded a $3.75 million state grant Thursday to help build The Universal Hip Hop Museum, an archive dedicated to the preservation and celebration of hip-hop history and culture. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PK0n31 via IFTTT

Late-night has fun with final Democratic debate of the year

Late-night hosts Jimmy Fallon, Trevor Noah and Stephen Colbert reacted to the final Democratic debate of 2019. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/38XlExx via IFTTT

Evangelical publication calls for Trump's removal from office

A leading Christian magazine founded by late evangelist Billy Graham -- father of key presidential supporter Franklin Graham -- published an op-ed on Thursday calling for President Donald Trump to be removed from office and urging evangelicals not to support him. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PHg6zH via IFTTT

Sarah Sanders apologizes for tweet mocking Biden during Democratic debate

Former White House press secretary Sarah Sanders on Thursday apologized to former Vice President Joe Biden after mocking a debate moment where Biden -- who has been open about overcoming his own stutter -- appeared to imitate a stuttering child to relay how he connects to people. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/38TqxYu via IFTTT

Lindsey Graham rebukes Trump: This is not funny

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) calls out President Trump after Trump's attack on former congressman John Dingell, the late husband of Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI). from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Q1n01H via IFTTT

New civil lawsuit alleges Harvey Weinstein sexually assaulted a 16-year-old Polish model in 2002

A new civil lawsuit filed Thursday against Harvey Weinstein alleges the disgraced movie mogul sexually assaulted a 16-year-old girl in 2002. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2sO9xm4 via IFTTT

The week in 26 photos

Take a look at 26 photos of the week from December 12 through December 19. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34F1fdd via IFTTT

Trump said he believes Ukraine interfered in 2016 election because 'Putin told me,' report says

President Donald Trump once stated explicitly that he believes that it was Ukraine -- not Russia -- that meddled in the 2016 election because Russian President Vladimir Putin "told me," The Washington Post reported Thursday, citing a former senior White House official. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Zbjaaj via IFTTT

Charges dropped against freed Taliban hostage Joshua Boyle

An Ontario judge Thursday dismissed 19 charges against a Canadian man who spent five years with his family in militant captivity in Afghanistan, according to court documents. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PCV6dg via IFTTT

Police therapy dog caught hoarding charity drive toys

The Franklin Police Department discovered an unlikely culprit was responsible for taking toys from their charity drive collection bin. CNN affiliate WFXT reports. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34HXELq via IFTTT

Charles Dickens' last Christmas turkey was lost in a freak accident

The author known for introducing turkey to our Christmas menu may have lost his preferred poultry in what was his last Christmas on Earth. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34BjCzL via IFTTT

Facial recognition systems show rampant racial bias, US government study finds

Federal researchers have found widespread evidence of racial bias in nearly 200 facial recognition algorithms in an extensive government study, highlighting the technology's shortcomings and potential for misuse. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Saj3KQ via IFTTT

Reporter asks Trump: What does it feel like to be third impeached President?

President Donald Trump told reporters he doesn't feel like he's being impeached and called it a "phony deal." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Q6x21H via IFTTT

Initial review of Saudi military students shows no threats, Pentagon says

An initial review of some 850 Saudi military students training in the United States did not uncover any signs that the remaining Saudi students pose an immediate threat, the Pentagon announced Thursday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Q4ljQV via IFTTT

Pickup truck smashes through wall into airport terminal

Surveillance video captured the moment a car smashed through a cement wall into a terminal at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport in Florida. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34CKzmS via IFTTT

US regulator approves first-ever vaccine for prevention of Ebola virus

The US Food and Drug administration has approved for the first time in the United States a vaccine for the prevention of the deadly Ebola virus, the agency announced Thursday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34CBA56 via IFTTT

Megan Rapinoe's epic 2019

Megan Rapinoe's 2019 was much more than just playing a huge part in helping the US win a second straight Women's World Cup. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PIL3DM via IFTTT

Andrew Bailey is a safe choice to lead the Bank of England in uncertain times

The United Kingdom has picked a safe pair of hands — the country's top financial regulator — to succeed Mark Carney as Bank of England governor as the economy enters uncharted territory after Brexit. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Z5yLZ9 via IFTTT

India extends controls on protests after day of deadly violence

Protesters in India have vowed more civil action against a new citizenship law, even as the Indian government extends sweeping controls on protests and imposes internet shutdowns following deadly country-wide demonstrations. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2s8ryey via IFTTT

Hong Kong police say they froze $9 million meant for protesters

Hong Kong police say they have frozen about $9 million in funds raised by anti-government protesters, and arrested four members of a prominent fundraising group on allegations of money laundering. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2SbuAJW via IFTTT

Debate one-liners: Politics, wine caves, and winning

Democratic presidential candidates quip about political records, female representation in government, and something called a wine cave. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/36ZB2rD via IFTTT

Chinese government cuts US Democratic Debate feed during Xinjiang discussion

The live feed of the sixth Democratic presidential debate was cut without warning in China Thursday night during a discussion on allegations of human rights abuses in the country's western region of Xinjiang. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Z72XD7 via IFTTT

See Putin's reaction to Trump's impeachment

Russian President Vladimir Putin echoed GOP talking points when discussing President Donald Trump's impeachment. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/36TlAx8 via IFTTT

Why North Korea wants nothing to do with South Korea

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un had nothing but praise for "the compatriots in the south" at the start of 2019, speaking of "the united strength of the fellow countrymen." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2ScKLGz via IFTTT

Chinese ambassador says Xinjiang 'trainees' have graduated in rare press conference

China's ambassador to Australia has defended Beijing against accusations of human rights violations in a rare press conference Thursday, saying allegations that one million people had been detained in Xinjiang were "fake news." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PCyWbl via IFTTT

A 'cosmic candy cane' at the center of the Milky Way could hold clues to star formation, NASA says

A new image of the Milky Way shared by NASA scientists Thursday has revealed a festive-themed feature -- a "cosmic candy cane" that holds the raw materials for tens of millions of stars. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/36QK2iE via IFTTT

Trump becomes third president in US history to be impeached

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Widespread protests expected across India despite bans on public gatherings

Protests are set to go ahead in 15 cities across India Thursday as public anger over a controversial new citizenship law considered by many to be discriminatory against Muslims continues to build. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2sDt7kT via IFTTT

Snow squall covers New York in a sudden dusting of snow

Many New Yorkers were caught off-guard Wednesday as a snow squall moved in quickly, covering the city in a sudden cloud and dusting of snow. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2sCawFH via IFTTT

Family finds owl hiding in Christmas tree

A Georgia family got a special holiday surprise last week after finding an owl hiding inside their Christmas tree. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2EusQTS via IFTTT

German Shepherd gets stuck in a tree after chasing a cat

Baby, a 2-year-old German Shepherd, surprises firefighters by getting stuck in a tree in Tracy, California. HLN's Robin Meade has more. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/36PU4jM via IFTTT

Iran is testing new uranium enrichment centrifuges, President Hassan Rouhani says

Iran President Hassan Rouhani said his country is working on the development of new, advanced uranium enrichment centrifuges, according to Iranian state-run news agency IRNA, a move that appears to violate the landmark nuclear agreement Tehran signed with world powers in 2015. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2sJ1TJm via IFTTT

'Cats' leaves behind a memory that's best forgotten

"Cats" isn't quite the unmitigated disaster that some feared -- or perversely hoped -- but it's not good, delivering a mostly incoherent adaptation of the long-running musical. An eclectic roster of stars claw out a few meager moments, but as screen experiences go, this is a memory best forgotten. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Z3VKUv via IFTTT

See President Trump's reaction to impeachment

President Trump reacted angrily to impeachment at a Michigan rally and lashed out at Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI) by invoking her deceased husband. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/38SXkwG via IFTTT

Still confused about how we got here? Watch this.

A whistleblower complaint has led to the third impeachment of a U.S. president. CNN's Tom Foreman explains how it happened. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34u9DMI via IFTTT

Watch snow squall engulf New York City

Many New Yorkers were caught off-guard as a snow squall moved in quickly, covering the city in a sudden cloud and dusting of snow. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2M97xeC via IFTTT

Farmers skeptical of Trump's $50 billion China promise

President Donald Trump says the Chinese will buy $50 billion worth of farm products as part of a phase one deal struck last week, but that would mean China would have to double the amount it bought from US farmers before the trade war started. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Z4AmOO via IFTTT

See Trump's claim that won him an award

"Lie of the Year" goes to ... who else? Jeanne Moos reports on a Presidential whopper. But which one? from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PTKGVL via IFTTT

Police make arrest in death of transgender teen in Vancouver, Washington

Police in Vancouver, Washington, said Wednesday a missing teenager was killed by a man after he learned she was transgender. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34CVug4 via IFTTT

Here's why investors are looking at Macao this week

Macao gaming stocks rose in Hong Kong on Thursday after China's central bank raised the amount of money that Macao residents can move into their mainland bank accounts. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2tsLEk1 via IFTTT

Philippines awaits verdict in 'trial of the decade' over Maguindanao massacre

The Philippines is awaiting a verdict in a mass murder case which rocked the country's political establishment more than a decade ago. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2Mboghx via IFTTT

See Pelosi's stern message to party after impeaching Trump

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) gave party members who cheered after impeaching President Trump a stern look of disapproval. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2sEKOjS via IFTTT

Musharraf's death sentence carries enormous symbolic power

The treason case against Pakistan's former President and army Gen. Pervez Musharraf had languished for so long that it seemed that there would never be a verdict. On Tuesday, six years after the case had been filed, a Special Court in Islamabad finally delivered their verdict and sentenced Pervez Musharraf in absentia to death for high treason. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2S889Fe via IFTTT

Indian cities deny permits for marches against citizenship law

Police in the Indian capital of New Delhi and the southern city of Bengaluru have denied permission for civil marches set for Thursday, after protests against a controversial new citizenship law turned violent in recent days. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2r5LkHc via IFTTT

Nadler's rebuke brings angry lawmaker back to mic

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YouTube burnout is real. Creators are struggling to cope

For eight years, Kati Morton, a mental health expert, has used YouTube to discuss sensitive issues ranging from eating disorders to anxiety. But Morton's own well-being took a hit from the demands of her work on the platform. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2S3MAFZ via IFTTT

John Legend forgot to tell Chrissy Teigen he invited his fellow 'The Voice' coaches over for a finale dinner

Chrissy Teigen loves to entertain. But when John Legend told her he invited his fellow coaches and contestants from "The Voice" over for a last minute dinner, she hit the roof. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34AgRyO via IFTTT

Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine sentenced to 2 years in prison

Tekashi 6ix9ine, the flamboyant Brooklyn rapper who pleaded guilty to racketeering and testified against several former gang associates, was sentenced to 2 years in prison on Wednesday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2PB6Xsc via IFTTT

Mormon Church accused of stockpiling billions, avoiding paying taxes

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, commonly referred to as the Mormon Church, responded Tuesday to a recently-filed whistleblower complaint that accuses the church of stockpiling $100 billion in accounts intended for charitable works, misleading members and avoiding paying taxes. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2S403xr via IFTTT

Macho vegans: The documentary that's changing the script on plant-based diets

Arnold Schwarzenegger versus Sylvester Stallone. In prison. Slugging it out with bare knuckles. Alpha males vying for supremacy. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/34zkVPL via IFTTT

Japanese woman who accused prominent journalist of raping her wins civil case

A freelance journalist who became a symbol of Japan's #MeToo movement has won a civil case against the high-profile journalist she accused of raping her. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2twHMPd via IFTTT

Fiat Chrysler and Peugeot owner agree deal to create world's third largest automaker

Fiat Chrysler and Peugeot owner PSA Group have signed a binding merger agreement, solidifying a nearly $50 billion deal that will create the world's third largest automaker. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/2EwDr0F via IFTTT

Fallon Sherrock makes history as first woman to win World Darts Championship match

Darts player Fallon Sherrock entered the history books Tuesday when she became the first woman to beat a man in a World Darts Championship match. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition https://ift.tt/36LewSZ via IFTTT