ESPN's 'Manning Cast' is a hit. It could also change how we watch the NFL

Fire alarms, teasing Tom Brady and flipping the double bird on live television.

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Southwest investigates pilot who used 'Brandon' phrase

The phrase has become a stand-in for insulting President Biden.

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COVID live updates: White House press secretary Jen Psaki tests positive

As the COVID-19 pandemic has swept the globe, more than 4.9 million people have died from the disease worldwide, including over 735,000 Americans.

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France's Macron says Australia PM lied to him on submarine deal

French President Emmanuel Macron said Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison lied to him over the cancellation of a submarine building contract in September, and indicated more was needed to be done to rebuild trust between the two allies.

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2 dead, over 12 shot at backyard Halloween party: Police

Over a dozen people were shot, two fatally, during a Halloween party in Illinois early Sunday morning, police said.

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A 'number of people' injured after UK train crash, police say

A "number of people" have been left injured from a train collision at a tunnel near Salisbury, England, according to the British Transport Police (BTP).

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9 Brazil firefighters dead after cave collapsed during training exercise

Nine Brazil firefighters were killed in a cave collapse during a training exercise Sunday, officials said.

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American Airlines cancels hundreds of weekend flights

Flight cancellations are skyrocketing at American Airlines.

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WATCH: Chinese border police combat wildfire

Chinese border police mobilized to combat a wildfire that ignited in Mongolia and spread toward the country’s border.

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WATCH: La Palma volcano spews ash after earthquake

A volcano on the Spanish island of La Palma that has been erupting for six weeks spewed massive ash a day after producing its strongest earthquake to date.

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WATCH: People flee from train in Tokyo during stabbing incident

Dramatic video captured people running from smoke on a Tokyo commuter train during an incident where a man brandishing a knife stabbed several passengers and set a fire, police said.

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Psaki tests positive for Covid, last saw Biden Tuesday

White House press secretary Jen Psaki, who dropped off President Joe Biden's international trip shortly before he departed, has tested positive for coronavirus after members of her household did, she said in a statement Sunday.

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A 'number of people' injured after UK train crash, police say

A "number of people" have been left injured from a train collision at a tunnel near Salisbury, England, according to the British Transport Police (BTP).

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Train crash in England described as 'major incident'

Two trains were involved in a crash Sunday afternoon in Salisbury, England, officials said.

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Teen arrested after fatal shooting at councilmember's home

Authorities say a 19-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.

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25 die in Brazil police operation against alleged bank gang

The operation led to seizure of “a real arsenal of war,” officials say.

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Kansas lawmaker arrested on domestic violence charge

He was reprimanded by his colleagues for abusive conduct before taking office.

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Mayor: 9 in 10 NYC workers vaccinated as deadline nears

Those who haven’t received at least one dose will be put on unpaid leave.

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Biden reflects on American leadership, progress made at G-20 summit

President Joe Biden reflected on American leadership on the world stage and progress made at the G-20 summit.

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Highlights of what was agreed to at the G-20 summit in Rome

These are the key takeaways from what was agreed on in Rome - and what wasn't.

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Sudan's Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok says he'll never step down 'willingly' in the wake of coup

Sudan's Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok, who is under house arrest following a military coup on Monday, says that he will never "willingly" stand down, according to sources close to the prime minister.

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Premier League star Wilfried Zaha says he was targeted with racist abuse on social media

Crystal Palace forward Wilfried Zaha says he was targeted with racist abuse on social media, following his side's 2-0 win against Manchester City on Saturday.

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Police: 1 dead, 9 wounded in shooting at Halloween party

Police in eastern Texas say a shooting at a Halloween party left one man dead and nine other people wounded

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Biden, Democrats failing to sell agenda to American people: POLL

A new ABC News/Ipsos poll finds Americans are broadly unaware of what's in the infrastructure and social spending bills and skeptical they would help the United States.

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UN climate summit to formally kick off in Glasgow

The meeting will see negotiators from almost 200 countries.

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Joe Biden meets with Erdoğan ahead of facing the global press on his last day in Rome

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Joe Biden to meet with Erdoğan and face the global press on his last day in Rome

President Joe Biden's final full day in Rome for the Group of 20 meeting is expected to be headlined by a meeting with the President of Turkey, and a broad meeting with world leaders about the future of the global supply chain before a solo press conference.

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Britain can't decide whether it should send its looted treasures back to their rightful owners

Britain is once again reckoning with its imperial history during a week in which two ceremonies were held to mark the return of ancient looted artifacts to Nigeria from the UK.

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A woman died trying to swim across the US-Mexican border with a group of migrants, officials say

A woman was pronounced dead early Saturday morning while trying to swim across the US-Mexican border with a group of migrants, federal officials said.

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Trump participates in 'Tomahawk chop' at World Series game

Former President Donald Trump participated in the controversial "Tomahawk chop" at Game 4 of the World Series in Atlanta on Saturday night.

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New Zealand updates its climate targets as COP26 starts

New Zealand pledged on Sunday to reduce its net greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, toughening at the start of the United Nations COP26 climate conference its previous ambitions to limit global warming.

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Pediatricians say some parents are eager to vaccinate their kids as child-size doses are shipped out

Many pediatricians have already placed their orders for child-sized doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech coronavirus vaccine and are anxiously awaiting their shipments of shots.

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EXPLAINER: How G20-backed corporate minimum tax would work

The deal would make sweeping changes in how big global companies are taxed.

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1 dead, 3 injured in shooting at Gilroy councilmember's home

The shooting occurred after midnight during a large outdoor party at the home.

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This country just found its first Covid case. Now it's preparing for a potential lockdown

The South Pacific island nation of Tonga reported its first case of Covid-19 on Friday, spurring thousands of people to get vaccinated amid warnings of a national lockdown.

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Mayor urges people to provide information to solve shooting death of 4-year-old

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot asked residents in a news conference Saturday to "step up" and come forward with any information that will lead to the shooter or shooters that killed a 4-year-old boy on September 3.

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Alec Baldwin addresses deadly film shooting, firearms on sets

Alec Baldwin spoke out for the first time on camera since last week’s deadly shooting on the set of the film "Rust."

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Flooding destroyed his home four times in three years. This is the reality of climate change for India's poor

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World Series Game 4: Braves vs Astros

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US, EU reach agreement to settle rift over Trump-era tariffs

The Trump administration had placed taxes on EU steel and aluminum in 2018.

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'She was my friend': Alec Baldwin mourns cinematographer

Alec Baldwin spoke publicly for the first time about the cinematographer he shot

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Antarctica gets a Glasgow Glacier ahead of climate summit

Britain is naming a thinning Antarctic ice mass the Glasgow Glacier.

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3 dead, 1 hospitalized after Amtrak train collides with car in South Carolina

Three people are dead and a fourth was hospitalized after an Amtrak train collided with a car at a railroad crossing in South Carolina early Saturday.

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Deere, UAW reach tentative pact; strike continues for now

Workers rejected an initial proposal that would have delivered 5% and 6% raises.

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Syrians face deportation from Turkey over banana videos

Videos of them eating bananas come amid complaints about refugees' lifestyles.

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Joe Biden faces a more skeptical global audience at his first G20 as President

President Joe Biden will face a more skeptical global audience than his first day in Rome when he attends the Group of 20 Summit, which begins Saturday in the Italian capital after a day of presidential glad-handing with world leaders.

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Inside the fight over the future of the oil industry

The people who made their fortunes in the oil capital of Europe need a new plan.

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DHS releases rules for opening land borders to foreign nationals next month

The Department of Homeland Security on Friday issued new rules for reopening the nation's land borders on November 8.

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Government watchdog blasts State and Defense departments for withholding key information about Afghanistan

The US government's Afghanistan watchdog blasted the State and Defense departments for withholding critical information about their work in Afghanistan that "almost certainly would have benefited Congress and the public in assessing whether progress was being made."

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The problem with Ted Cruz's defense of a Nazi salute

You have to hand it to Sen. Ted Cruz; his timing was impeccable. On the anniversary of the deadliest attack on Jews in US history, Cruz raised his voice in the Senate to defend an American's right to brandish the Nazi salute.

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Xi's pledge to redistribute wealth brings back bad memories for luxury brands in China

Chinese President Xi Jinping's national campaign for "common prosperity" has cast a shadow over an industry that counts the country as one of its biggest markets: luxury goods.

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Prince Andrew's attorneys ask to dismiss US sex assault lawsuit saying it violates the terms of a settlement agreement

Attorneys for Prince Andrew are asking for a lawsuit filed against him by Virginia Roberts Giuffre to be dismissed, saying it violates the terms of a settlement agreement with sex offender and disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, where she agreed to a "general release" of claims against the two men and others.

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Must-watch videos of the week

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Her insulin is too expensive ... so she's been forced to cut doses

After President Joe Biden failed to reach an agreement to lower prescription drug prices as part of his economic package, diabetic Donna Miller tells CNN's Vanessa Yurkevich that her lifesaving insulin has become too expensive, forcing her to cut doses.

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US Supreme Court declines to block Maine health care employee vaccine mandate

The Supreme Court on Friday denied a request to block a Maine rule that requires certain health care employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

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California's record rain re-ignites Yosemite's famed 'firefall'

Some visitors to Yosemite National Park this week were delighted to see a glowing ribbon of water that looked like molten lava cascade down Horsetail Fall on El Capitan.

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Biden administration considering payments for families separated under Trump policy

The Biden administration is considering payments for families separated under the Trump Administration's "zero-tolerance" policy, sources told ABC News.

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Doctors question sedative dose used in Oklahoma execution

Medical experts say it's unclear why an Oklahoma inmate began convulsing and vomiting after the first of three drugs used to execute him was administered

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Firefighters threaten state senator's staff over vaccine mandate while on duty

The firefighters from Ladder 113 drove to the senator's office while on duty.

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WATCH: Patient apologizes to hospital staff for not getting vaccinated earlier

A man in Seattle returned to the hospital where he was treated for COVID-19 to thank doctors and nurses and apologize for not getting vaccinated sooner.

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WATCH: Hippo enjoys pumpkin at San Antonio Zoo

No one is more excited about Halloween than Timothy the hippo enjoying a pumpkin at the San Antonio Zoo.

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FDA authorizes COVID-19 vaccine for kids 5-11

Another 28 million Americans are closer to getting vaccinated after the Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized 5- to 11-year-olds for the Pfizer vaccine.

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Aurora borealis could be visible in wide swaths of continental US and Europe on Saturday

A large solar flare erupted Thursday and is set to reach Earth Saturday, which could result in a strong geomagnetic storm and cause the aurora borealis, or Northern Lights, to be visible across the US and Europe.

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Architect quits and rips college dorm project funded by Warren Buffett's business partner

Billionaire Charlie Munger is bankrolling the design of a massive dormitory at the University of California, Santa Barbara. The $1.5 billion project comes with a major catch — 94% of the dorm's single occupancy rooms have no windows.

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NY Attorney General Letitia James announces run for governor

James would be the nation's first Black female governor.

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WATCH: Army dad returns after a year to surprise son at a football game

Ninth-grader, Husky Fred Grooms, gets a surprise visit from his father, who's been deployed for a year.

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US is deeply skeptical and considering taking tougher action as Iran says it will return to nuclear talks

US officials are highly skeptical that renewed talks over the Iran nuclear deal will yield the desired results and are actively discussing imposing penalties on Tehran as President Joe Biden prepares to meet with key allies on the margins of the G20 to chart a path forward.

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Vaccination protects against Covid-19 more strongly than previous infection does, CDC study finds

Vaccination protects people against coronavirus infection much better than previous infection does, a team of researchers led by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Friday.

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US woman in Bali 'suitcase murder' freed from jail

An American woman convicted of helping to kill her mother on Indonesia’s tourist island of Bali has walked free from prison

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Study finds California condors can have "virgin births"

A new study says endangered California condors can have “’virgin births.”

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WATCH: Herd of bison crosses bridge in Yellowstone National Park

A herd of bison caused a temporary traffic jam in Yellowstone National Park, making their way down a road before crossing a bridge.

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WATCH: Spectacular drone footage reveals close-up view of La Palma volcano

Spectacular drone footage reveals close-up view of La Palma’s Cumbre Vieja volcano in the Canary Islands.

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DeSantis announces new lawsuit against Biden administration over vaccine mandate requirement for federal contractors

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday announced the state has officially filed a new lawsuit in Tampa against the Biden administration over the President's order imposing a vaccine mandate on federal contractors, set to take effect December 8.

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Widow of Olympian gives birth to his child 15 months after his death

Ellidy Pullin, the partner of Australian Olympic snowboarder Alex "Chumpy" Pullin, has given birth to their daughter 15 months after his death last year.

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Amazon slaps a $9.95 fee on Whole Foods deliveries, and Walmart pounces

Whole Foods shoppers may have received a shock this week if they noticed a new $9.95 delivery fee on orders placed through Amazon Prime.

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Mitt Romney and Kyrsten Sinema re-enact Ted Lasso 'biscuits with the boss'

Sen. Mitt Romney laced up his boots and put on his best Ted Lasso for Halloween, fake mustache and all.

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Prescription drug cost relief nixed from Democrats' plan

A plan to let the government negotiate lower prescription prices with drug companies will likely not be part of Democrats’ social spending package, the White House said.

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Facebook changes its company name to reflect its future ambitions

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Complaint alleging sex crime filed against Andrew Cuomo

A misdemeanor complaint alleging a sex crime has been filed against former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who resigned from his post after multiple women came forward alleging inappropriate touching.

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CNN sits down with jurors of Derek Chauvin trial

Don Lemon discusses his exclusive interview with the jurors of the Derek Chauvin trial and if race played a part in their deliberation.

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Ava DuVernay says a microaggression changed how she dresses

Award-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay tells CNN's Christiane Amanpour about her new Colin Kaepernick series and a microaggression that changed the way she dresses.

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Flight organizer convicted in crash that caused death of soccer star Emiliano Sala

David Henderson, who organized the flight that crashed and left soccer player Emiliano Sala and pilot David Ibbotson dead, has been found guilty of endangering the safety of the aircraft, Cardiff Crown Court confirmed to CNN on Thursday.

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Former New York Gov. Cuomo charged with misdemeanor sex crime

Cuomo resigned in August following a report from the state's attorney general that he sexually harassed multiple women, including current and former state employees.

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WATCH: Visiting the home of Dracula

ABC’s Maggie Rulli travels to Transylvania as the region embraces the legend of Dracula and other creepy folklore.

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WATCH: Black bear takes a stroll outside Wisconsin mall

A black bear wandered outside a mall in Antigo, Wisconsin, making its way into the parking lot.

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WATCH: Dutch zoo celebrates birth of rhinoceros calf

A Dutch zoo celebrated the arrival of Stark, a healthy rhinoceros calf named after a retiring mechanic at the zoo.

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Solar wing jammed on NASA spacecraft chasing asteroids

NASA is debating whether to try to fix a jammed solar panel on its newly launched Lucy spacecraft, en route to explore asteroids

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Neo-Nazi group member sentenced to 9 years in prison

A neo-Nazi group member has been sentenced to nine years in prison in a case that highlighted a broader federal crackdown on far-right extremists

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German on trial for castrating men on his kitchen table

A German electrician has gone on trial accused of murder in the death of one man, and of mutilating several others by performing illegal operations on their genitals

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'Stupid' and 'insane': Some billionaires vent over tax plan

Prospects for the billionaires tax appear to be dimming fast in Congress.

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Facebook announces it's changing company name to Meta amid mounting controversies

CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed the name change Thursday.

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Starbucks raising US workers' pay as union effort looms

Starbucks is raising its U.S. employees’ pay and making other changes to improve working conditions in its stores

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Man accused of rape convicted of trying to hire hit man

A Louisiana man has been convicted of trying to hire a hit man to kill his ex-wife while he was in jail awaiting trial on sex charges involving her daughters

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California high court won't hear Brad Pitt divorce appeal

The California Supreme Court has refused to consider Brad Pitt’s appeal of a court ruling that disqualified the judge in his custody battle with Angelina Jolie

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3rd person dies of injuries from Texas drag racing crash

A third person injured when a drag racer veered into a crowd and crashed during a racing event in Central Texas has died

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WATCH: Powerful storm system to move East

The storm may have damaged up to 100 homes in Texas after multiple reported tornadoes. In New England, winds from a Nor'easter neared 100 mph.

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WATCH: Prices on the rise as holiday season approaches

The supply chain crisis has boosted prices for meat, chicken, fish and eggs by over 10% from last year, and the price per pound of turkey is up about 70% from two years ago.

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How the proposed billionaires' income tax would work

Democrats have proposed the tax to raise money for the infrastructure bill.

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With abortion, some women feel like they're stuck between arguments

The Supreme Court announced that it will take up the Texas abortion law next month.

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Woman sues Kellogg's for $5 million over Frosted Strawberry Pop-Tarts

The suit claims the Pop-Tarts have an insufficient amount of strawberries.

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Tsai Ing-wen confirms US troops are training military on island and says threat from China increasing 'every day'

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China hypersonic test 'very close' to Sputnik moment, top US general says

The top US general said China's test of a hypersonic weapon over the summer was "very concerning" and that "it has all of our attention."

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These World Heritage Forests have gone from removing carbon from the atmosphere to emitting it

Human activity and climate change-fueled disasters have turned 10 of the planet's internationally recognized forests, also known as World Heritage sites, from carbon absorbers into carbon emitters, researchers have found.

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Did Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner crash John McCain's funeral or not?

There's a bombshell revelation in Meghan McCain's new tell-all memoir regarding her father's funeral and the presence of Ivanka Trump and her husband, Jared Kushner.

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Elon Musk used government money to build Tesla. But he fears a tax on billionaires

Think of the billionaire tax as the Tesla solution to Democrats' search for revenue to pay for their expansion of the social safety net ... if only they can convince Sen. Joe Manchin, the West Virginia Democrat.

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Eric Garner's mother speaks out on first days of NYPD judicial inquiry

Petitioners in the judicial inquiry concerning Eric Garner's death are calling for the firing of NYPD officials involved in the incident who are testifying.

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Thousands of dead sea creatures are washing up on UK beaches

British environmental watchdogs have launched an investigation after thousands of dead sea creatures washed up on beaches in North East England.

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Iran will resume indirect talks with US to revive nuclear deal, top negotiator says

Iran has agreed to restart negotiations over its nuclear program next month, its chief negotiator said Wednesday.

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'Rust' assistant director did not check all the rounds in the gun before deadly shooting: affidavit

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Eight members of religious group charged with child abuse

Federal prosecutors allege eight people connected to an organization based in Kansas City, Kansas, forced children to work without pay and abused them for years

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Spanx founder Sara Blakely gives staff $10,000, plane tickets

Spanx CEO Sara Blakely gave her employees $10,000 each along with two first-class plane tickets to go anywhere in the world.

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Jury acquits man, 83, imprisoned 45 years for wife's death

A jury in Cleveland has acquitted an 83-year-old man who had spent 45 years in prison after being convicted at his first trial of killing his wife

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Attorney: Deputy who ran over Black man now works at prison

The attorney for a Black man who was run over by a Kansas deputy in an encounter caught on dashcam video says he was shocked to learn the deputy is now employed as a master sergeant at the Hutchinson prison while under criminal investigation

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Manchin raises concerns over billionaires' tax as Democrats scramble to close deal

Democrats are scrambling to close the deal on President Joe Biden's landmark social spending legislation on Wednesday before he leaves on an overseas trip Thursday.

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Climate activists say they will hunger strike until politicians take action

Activists staged a hunger strike outside of the White House for days to get politicians to act on climate change.

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NBA's Enes Kanter calls out China's government again

The Chinese government has responded swiftly to a Twitter video by Boston Celtics player Enes Kanter, who called Chinese President Xi Jinping a "brutal dictator" over Beijing's treatment of Tibet. CNN's David Culvert reports.

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Haiti's Senate leader calls on Prime Minister to resign

Haiti's Senate leader Joseph Lambert has joined calls for embattled Prime Minister Ariel Henry to resign.

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Missing hiker ignored calls from rescuers because it was an unknown number

A Colorado rescue team has some simple advice for lost hikers or anyone else who might find themselves stranded in the mountains -- answer your phone.

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Hear how Marjorie Taylor Greene describes events of Jan. 6

CNN's Don Lemon reacts to GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's attempt to minimize the events of January 6 by saying it was "just a riot at the Capitol."

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Toni Morrison's 'Beloved' becomes latest flashpoint in Virginia gubernatorial race

The latest back-and-forth in the race to be Virginia's next governor is centered on the value of teaching a Toni Morrison novel in commonwealth schools, highlighting Republican Glenn Youngkin's attempt to make the culture wars around education the major issue of the race as Democratic nominee Terry McAuliffe accuses him of using a "racist dog whistle."

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Two middle school students are being praised after their quick actions saved their bus driver

Two middle school students are being praised for their quick action when their bus driver experienced a medical emergency.

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Why do only mammals have tusks? Study traces their surprising origins

Tusks are a striking feature of many animals -- elephants, hippos, warthogs, walruses -- and are often sought-after by humans.

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Populations of the endangered North Atlantic right whale are the lowest they've been in nearly 20 years

One of the rarest marine mammals in the world, the North Atlantic right whale, has declined 8% in population over the past year, which researchers call deeply concerning for the species' survival.

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How the fatal 'Rust' shooting unfolded, moment by moment

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'Rust' actor speaks out about previous concerns for safety on set

The production for "Rust" is now shut down as more details emerge about what the set was like before the fatal shot fired by Alec Baldwin that killed the film's director of photography. CNN's Stephanie Elam has the details.

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Sailing ship captures a narco sub

Consider it a win for 18th century technology over late 20th century criminal innovation.

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WATCH: University displays hundreds of jack-o’-lanterns

Hundreds of pumpkins lined the steps of Transylvania University’s Old Morrison building in Lexington, Kentucky.

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Jessica Rosenworcel nominated to become 1st woman to lead FCC

Rosenworcel has been a fierce advocate of net neutrality.

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Confederate statue hiding in plain sight near trial for Ahmaud Arbery killing

A Confederate statue in a park less than a mile from the courthouse where three white men are on trial for killing Ahmaud Arbery has been wrapped in plastic.

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Enforcement of indoor vaccine mandates proves uneven in US

Go out for a night on the town in some U.S. cities and you might find yourself waiting while someone at the door of the restaurant or theater closely inspects your vaccination card and checks it against your photo ID

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FDA panel greenlights vaccines for kids, paving the way for authorization

An advisory panel at the Food and Drug Administration voted on Tuesday to move forward with the vaccine authorization process for children ages 5-11.

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Trump endorsed candidates facing scrutiny over their pasts

Donald Trump is supporting a trio of candidates whose troubled pasts have come under scrutiny, as he continues to influence the standards of the GOP from his post-presidency perch. CNN's Sara Murray has more.

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Group defends work in Haiti of 17 abducted missionaries

A religious organization whose 17 missionaries were kidnapped in Haiti almost a week ago is defending its work in dangerous places

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US McDonald's workers strike to protest workplace harassment

McDonald’s workers in 12 U.S. cities walked off the job Tuesday to protest what they say is a continuing problem of sexual harassment and violence in the company’s stores

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Meatpacker Tyson: Mandate led 96% of workers to get vaccine

Meatpacking giant Tyson Foods says more than 96% of its workers have been vaccinated ahead of the company’s Nov. 1 deadline for them to do so

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2% of Elon Musk's wealth could solve world hunger, says director of UN food scarcity organization

A small group of ultra-wealthy individuals could help solve world hunger with just a fraction of their net worth, says the director of the United Nations' World Food Program.

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WATCH: Newborn babies dressed for Halloween are the cutest pumpkins in the patch

Caitlin Pechin, a registered nurse at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, knitted pumpkin hats and sleep sacks for some newborn babies.

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John Wayne Gacy victim identified through DNA from tooth

Francis Wayne Alexander's remains were found more than 40 years ago in the crawl space of infamous serial killer John Wayne Gacy's home.

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Cyclist survives attack by 500-pound bear

A cyclist lived to tell his tale after a bear attacked him while riding alone in Cantwell, Alaska.

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2 killed and officer among 4 injured in US mall shooting, police say

Two people were killed when a gunman opened fire Monday at an Idaho mall, according to Boise Police Chief Ryan Lee.

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WATCH: Zoo otters chow down on jack-o'-lanterns

Otters at Portland's Oregon Zoo got the chance to feast on jack-o'-lanterns ahead of Halloween.

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'Rust' producers pause production as investigation into prop gun misfire continues

The producers behind the movie "Rust" say production has been paused as investigators probe the accidental prop gunfire that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

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WATCH: Clouds illuminated during Kentucky sunrise

The sunrise over London, Kentucky, created a beautiful display amid the clouds.

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In France, Trump-like TV pundit rocks presidential campaign

A rabble-rousing TV pundit is rocking the early stages of France's election.

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Police responding to report of shots fired at mall in Boise

Police are responding to a mall in Boise, Idaho, following a report of shots fired, authorities said.

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El Chapo appeals his conviction, argues for new trial

Joaquin Guzman was sentenced to life in prison after he was found guilty in February 2019 of running an industrial-sized drug trafficking operation.

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Tesla market cap hits $1 trillion after massive Hertz order

Tesla's stock soared to new heights on news of the massive order.

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US details new international COVID-19 travel requirements

The Biden administration is detailing its new international COVID-19 air travel polices for most foreign travelers to the U

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2 border agents are fired for offensive Facebook posts

Congressional investigators say two Border Patrol agents were fired from among 60 found to have committed misconduct for participating in a private Facebook group that mocked migrants and lawmakers

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Jury selection in Ahmaud Arbery slaying crawls into 2nd week

Jury selection in the trial of three men charged with chasing and killing Ahmaud Arbery has spilled into a second week

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Appeals court hears claims of jury bias at 'El Chapo' trial

A lawyer for Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman says the U.S. conspiracy conviction of the notorious Mexican drug lord should be thrown out

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Tennessee senator indicted on campaign cash scheme charges

A Tennessee state senator and a Nashville social club owner have been indicted on charges they illegally concealed the movement of $91,000 during the Republican lawmaker’s 2016 failed congressional campaign

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Ohio printed 35,000 wrong Wright Brothers license plates

Ohio printed out 35,000 new license plates before realizing a banner depicted on the plate was attached to the wrong end of the Wright Brothers’ historic first plane, the Wright Flyer

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Amazon's warehouse workers in Staten Island file petition for union election

The independent group is being led by employee-turned-activist Chris Smalls.

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The military has taken over in Sudan. Here's what happened

Sudan has descended into crisis after the military dissolved the country's power-sharing government and declared a state of emergency on Monday.

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The Dow and S&P 500 hit record highs as Tesla stock electrifies

Wall Street is brushing off concerns about Facebook. The Dow and S&P 500 both hit record highs Monday — while Tesla shares soared to a new all-time peak above $1,000 and sending the company's market share past the $1 trillion level.

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Extreme couponers sent to prison in $31.8 million fraud scheme

The FBI is revealing new details about a $31.8 million counterfeit coupon scheme that landed a Virginia Beach couple in prison for nearly 20 years, combined.

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WATCH: Determined goat stops at nothing to find comfort

This goat wanted up onto a comfy seat. He just needed a trampoline to get there.

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WATCH: Happy Howl-oween!

ABC News’ Will Ganss shares the best tricks and treats on how to make this Halloween season a success for both you and your pet.

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WATCH: Magpie repeatedly knocks golf ball off tee

A mischievous magpie gave a whole new meaning to the term 'birdie' as it knocked a golfer's ball off its tee over and over.

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Some Republicans joked about the 'Rust' shooting. Tapper brings the receipts

CNN's Jake Tapper calls out some Republicans for joking about Alec Baldwin after the actor fired a prop gun on the set of "Rust," killing the cinematographer and injuring the director.

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Covid chaos grips the East and uncertainty haunts the West. Europe is entering its second pandemic winter

Lockdowns, spiraling cases and a vaccine divide is framing the start of Europe's second pandemic winter, bringing chaos to eastern European countries and uncertainty to those in the West.

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Texas man charged over fatal shooting of man sitting in parked car claimed self-defense

A Texas man is facing a first-degree murder charge related to the shooting death of a man sitting in a parked car outside his home earlier this month in a case the victim's family believes could test the limits of the state's so-called stand your ground law.

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Trump allies' election 'command center' was a war room for attempted coup

By the end of December last year, there wasn't a good faith basis to demand the 2020 election be overturned. Then-President Donald Trump's lawsuits challenging the results had failed, recounts in various states had confirmed Joe Biden's win and the Electoral College had voted to affirm Biden as the President-elect.

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A COP flop? Leaders from some of the biggest fossil fuel-producing countries aren't coming, thanks to Covid

Just months ago, consensus was growing that COP26 would be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hit the reset button on the climate crisis, bringing world leaders together to make new commitments to save the planet.

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A week that could transform Joe Biden's presidency

Joe Biden is tantalizingly close to fulfilling what supporters see as the historic promise of his presidency in the coming days, at a critical moment for his social policy transformation at home and his hopes of reclaiming US leadership overseas.

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Nearly half of American companies say they are short on skilled workers

America's worker shortage is alive and well, much to the misfortune of US companies that need staff to keep up with demand.

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'The Daily Show' correspondent reveals what surprised him at Trump rally

"The Daily Show" correspondent Jordan Klepper tells CNN's Jim Acosta about what he saw at a recent Donald Trump rally in Des Moines, Iowa. Watch Klepper's report on Comedy Central.

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Protests erupt outside Brooklyn Nets game

Kyrie Irving supporters caused a scene outside the Barclays Center in New York City. The demonstrators were out to support Irving's refusal to get a Covid-19 vaccine and protesting the Nets' decision to suspend him with pay until he is vaccinated. CNN's Alison Kosik reports.

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Facebook whistleblower documents offer new revelations about Jan. 6 response

Internal documents offer new insight into Facebook and the Jan. 6 riot in Washington, D.C.

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Sydney mayor has plans for a swimmable harbor

Clover Moore, the lord mayor of Sydney, has presented an ambitious plan that imagines the city's legendary harbor as a swimming pool.

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Indian captain Kohli vows to rectify mistakes after T20 World Cup loss to Pakistan

India captain Virat Kohli denied his team underestimated Pakistan in Sunday's high-profile Twenty20 World Cup contest and said they know what went wrong in the thumping by their arch-rivals.

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Atlanta Child Murders victim receives headstone more than 40 years after his death

The body of a boy murdered during a series of killings that menaced Atlanta has rested in an unmarked grave on a grassy knoll roughly 56 miles southwest of the city for more than 40 years.

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'Friends' actor who played Gunther dies at 59 following cancer battle

Actor James Michael Tyler, who played Gunther on "Friends," has lost his battle with prostate cancer.

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Biden, Manchin and Schumer huddle, but still no budget deal

He hopes to resolve disputes over long-stalled social and environment measure.

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Major League Baseball work stoppage almost certain on Dec. 2

Each side thinks the other hasn't made proposals that will lead to an agreement.

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Israel set to OK 3,000 West Bank settler homes this week

The U.S. voiced "concern" over the expected approvals for the occupied territory

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Philadelphia-area transit union authorized to call strike

They could strike next month if an agreement isn’t reached on a new contract.

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WATCH: Video shows fire blazing on container ship

Sixteen people have been evacuated from a container ship after it caught fire off the Canadian coast, according to officials.

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WATCH: Woman rushes to hug dog amid earthquake

A woman rushed to hug her dog during a 6.5-magnitude earthquake in Taiwan's capital, Taipei.

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Ed Sheeran says he tested positive for Covid-19

Singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran announced on Sunday that he has tested positive for Covid-19.

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How did California go from COVID-19 epicenter to lowest statewide transmission rate?

The state has some of the strictest vaccine mandates and masking policies.

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2 dead as vehicle plows into spectators at drag racing event

The accident happened at an event called Airport Race Wars 2.

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Vanessa Bryant said LA sheriff promised to secure crash site

She said she pleaded with the sheriff to make sure no one photographed the crash

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Oklahoma lawmaker criticized for Asian American comment

A GOP Oklahoma state senator referred to Asian Americans as "yellow families."

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Drag racer slams into spectators in Texas; 2 killed, 5 hurt

Authorities say driver lost control during a Texas drag racing event.

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Not everyone approves of this princess' wedding. She's going ahead with it anyway

It had all the makings of a modern royal fairytale: the marriage of an aspiring lawyer to a real-life princess who was prepared to leave her Tokyo palace for a new life in New York.

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WATCH: Fall foliage seen at Kentucky forest

A drone captured images over Kentucky's Daniel Boone National Forest.

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Obama hits campaign trail ahead of gubernatorial elections in 2 states

Former President Barack Obama campaigned in Virginia and New Jersey to get out the vote for former Gov. Terry McAuliffe and Gov. Phil Murphy.

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Body of missing 5-year-old likely found buried in woods, authorities say

Authorities said they believe they have found the body of missing 5-year-old Elijah Lewis buried in a wooded area in Massachusetts.

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WATCH: Bison butt heads in Yellowstone National Park

A visitor captured a couple of bison butting heads in the snow in Yellowstone National Park.

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WATCH: Aerial footage shows lava flows from La Palma volcano

Lava from the volcano on Spain's La Palma island had spread across about 3.3 square miles as of Oct. 21, the Copernicus Emergency Management Service reported.

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No 'blank slate' jurors in county shaken by Arbery slaying

It seems likely some jurors will have preconceived opinions, ties to the case.

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1st big New Orleans parade since pandemic a go: Krewe of Boo

The Krewe of Boo says the first big New Orleans parade since pandemic is a go.

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Prison chief: Mississippi preps for 1st execution since 2012

Prison employees will do once-a-week rehearsals to prepare.

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Over 2,000 migrants march out of southern city in Mexico

The group of mainly Central Americans had been essentially been trapped there.

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Iran provincial governor slapped in a rare security breach

He was slapped in the face by an angry man during his inauguration.

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575 inmates escape in latest Nigeria jailbreak

It's the third jailbreak in Africa’s most populous country this year.

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Rick becomes hurricane off Mexico's Pacific coast

It's forecast to hit Mexico’s southern Pacific coast by Monday.

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Spain pledges quicker help for La Palma volcano damage

Homes and livelihoods have been destroyed by a protracted volcanic eruption.

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Vaccine mandates create conflict with defiant workers

Some workers quit their jobs, defying what they call intrusive vaccine mandates.

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Vermont marker recognizes early African American poet

Lucy Terry Prince wrote what may be the earliest poem by an African American.

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Turkey's president has ordered 10 ambassadors to be declared 'persona non grata' for backing jailed activist

Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has ordered the ambassadors of 10 countries, including the U.S., France, and Germany, be declared "persona non grata" after calling for the release of jailed Turkish businessman and philanthropist Osman Kavala.

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White House takes unprecedented steps to allow private citizens to sponsor Afghan refugees

The Biden administration is taking an unprecedented step to resettle the 55,600 Afghan evacuees from the US military bases where they've been living for weeks and into permanent homes, an official leading the effort told CNN.

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Migrants arrested at Texas border being jailed without legal aid

With the recent surge in arrest of migrants at the Texas border, many migrants are being jailed without formal charges and going weeks without legal aid. CNN's Rosa Flores has more.

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Police officer promises to make teen's life a 'living f****** hell'

An Aurora police officer is on administrative leave after being reported for misconduct by another officer for yelling and cursing at a teenage girl during a traffic stop.

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Harris to travel to Paris next month for talks with Macron

Vice President Kamala Harris will head next month to Paris for talks with French President Emmanuel Macron

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Rod Stewart's plea deal on battery charge falls through

A plea deal between Rod Stewart and Florida prosecutors to settle charges he and his adult son   battered a security guard at a New Year's Eve party two years ago has fallen through

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Brandon Lee's sister speaks out about fatal firearm accident on 'Rust' set

Brandon Lee was accidentally shot and killed on the set of "The Crow" in 1993.

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Walmart recalls aromatherapy spray linked to rare bacteria, 2 deaths

The contaminated spray was sold at about 55 Walmart stores.

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Five UK police officers shared violent sexual images in relation to Sarah Everard's murder, watchdog says

Five British police officers will face misconduct action over social media messages sent in relation to Sarah Everard, who was raped and murdered by a serving police officer, the UK's police watchdog said Friday.

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Israel labels six Palestinian civil society groups 'terrorist'

Israel's government has declared six Palestinian civil society groups supported by the international community as terrorist organizations, prompting dismay among human rights campaigners.

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Suspected poacher likely killed by elephant in South Africa

A suspected poacher found dead in a South African national park is believed to have been killed by an elephant.

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'Bosom Buddies,' 'Newhart' actor Peter Scolari dies at 66

Scolari also appeared in HBO's "Girls."

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Former Giuliani associate Lev Parnas found guilty of unlawful campaign donations

Soviet-born businessman Lev Parnas, a former associate of Rudy Giuliani, was found guilty Friday of making unlawful campaign donations.

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Video captures apparent Russian satellite plummeting to Earth

Experts say the fireball, captured on video across the Midwest, was likely a failed Russian satellite.

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We now know the moment domesticated horses changed the course of human history

The domestication of horses changed the course of human history, but scientists have tried to figure out when and where this crucial event happened for years. Now, new genetic evidence suggests horses were first domesticated 4,200 years ago.

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Surveillance video shows Marine verteran stop armed robbery

A Marine veteran is gaining attention after surveillance video showed him disarm an armed robber at an Arizona gas station. CNN affiliate KNXV reports.

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Giuliani associate convicted of campaign finance crimes

A New York jury has convicted a former associate of Rudy Giuliani of charges that he made illegal campaign contributions to influence U.S. politicians and advance his business interests

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Peter Scolari of 'Newhart,' 'Bosom Buddies,' dies at 66

Peter Scolari, who appeared on the TV series “Newhart” and Girls," has died

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Aromatherapy spray linked to US deaths faces recall

U.S. health officials may have solved the mystery of how four people in different states came down with a serious tropical disease, even though none had traveled internationally

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North Dakota seeks new deal with Josh Duhamel as pitchman

North Dakota is working to extend its contract with Hollywood actor Josh Duhamel to promote tourism in his home state

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Day care owner gets 6 years for hiding 26 kids in basement

A Colorado day care owner convicted of keeping 26 children hidden in the basement of her business in 2019 has received a six-year prison sentence

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FBI looking for players victimized by Connecticut AAU coach

The FBI says it has identified “quite a few” victims of a former girl’s basketball coach who helped run a Connecticut AAU program

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Ex-Wisconsin teacher gets 12 years for secret videotapes

A former Wisconsin high school teacher accused of secretly videotaping undressed students during field trips was sentenced Friday to 12 years in prison after reaching a plea deal with federal prosecutors

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Giuliani ally Lev Parnas convicted on campaign finance charges

Rudy Giuliani's former associate Lev Parnas was convicted on six counts related to "influence buying" campaign finance schemes.

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More disease, more suicide: Study shows human cost of climate change

A new study showed how increasing temperatures likely mean more disease and more suicide among humans.

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'Rust' crew member dead after shooting incident involving Alec Baldwin

A female crew member has died and another injured following an accident involving a prop firearm on the New Mexico set of the film "Rust," according to a law enforcement statement provided to CNN.

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Fraternity suspended after reports of 'possible drug-facilitated sexual assaults'

The University of Southern California has suspended a fraternity following reports of an alleged sexual assault and "possible drug-facilitated sexual assaults."

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DOJ adds 2 top prosecutors to Matt Gaetz investigation, sources say

Two top DOJ prosecutors were added several months ago to the ongoing federal probe examining sex trafficking allegations against Rep. Matt Gaetz, two sources said.

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More than half of Australia's population is now 'living with Covid.' The rest are still some way off

At midnight, Australia's second-largest state emerged from what some experts and local media called the world's longest lockdown.

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Biden reveals key senator's demands on taxes

President Joe Biden and CNN's Anderson Cooper discuss Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's stance on issues around the President's plan.

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Teacher put on leave for video of her imitating Native American dance

Video that appears to be taken by a student in Riverside, California shows a teacher imitating a Native American dance to teach trigonometry. The district has placed her on leave while it conducts an investigation.

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New Zealand sets 90% vaccination target to end lockdowns

New Zealand’s government has set an ambitious target of fully vaccinating 90% of all eligible people to end coronavirus lockdowns

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Plane that crashed in Houston had not flown in 10 months

Investigators say the private jet that crashed through an airport fence and burst into flames at a Texas airport had not been flown since December

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FAA proposes giving flight attendants 1 more hour of rest

Federal regulators say flight attendants should get more rest between shifts

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2 foreigners killed in shootout in Mexico's Tulum resort

Two foreigners were killed and three wounded in a shooting in the Mexican Caribbean resort town of Tulum

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NASA launches tool that measures Western water loss

NASA launched an online platform Thursday with data on how much water evaporates into the atmosphere from plants, soils and other surfaces in the U.S. West

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'I obey time': The artist who spent three decades on a single painting

It was the late 1980s when South Korean artist Myonghi Kang began work on her painting "Le temps des camélias" ("The Time of Camellias"). Living in Paris' 19th arrondissement at the time, she would periodically revisit the then-vertical canvas to add strokes of color or floral forms.

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Queen Elizabeth was hospitalized for 'preliminary investigations'

Queen Elizabeth was hospitalized overnight.

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CDC signs off on Moderna, J&J boosters, mixing and matching doses

CDC Director Rochelle Walensky gave the final signoff on Thursday evening to recommend both Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccine boosters for certain populations.

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WATCH: Father son duo dance to celebrate son beating cancer

Five-year-old Kristian Thomas is cancer-free and his dad, Kennith, can’t stop dancing!

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2 crew members hospitalized after prop gun misfires on film set

Two crew members on the set of the Alec Baldwin-backed film "Rust" were hospitalized Thursday after a prop gun with blanks misfired.

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New details of what was found with remains of Brian Laundrie

The FBI's Denver office said that remains found in a Florida nature reserve are those of Brian Laundrie, the man who went missing last month. The FBI said dental records confirmed the identification. CNN's Randi Kaye reports.

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CDC advisers vote to recommend Moderna, J&J boosters, mixing and matching doses

A CDC advisory panel on Thursday voted to recommend Moderna and J&J vaccines boosters, as well as mixing and matching doses.

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Brian Laundrie's remains found after monthlong search

Brian Laundrie's girlfriend, Gabby Petito, was found strangled to death last month.

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House votes to hold Steve Bannon in criminal contempt

The House of Representatives voted to hold Trump administration adviser Steve Bannon in contempt of Congress on Thursday.

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Why can't congressional Democrats deliver more on their promises? It's complicated.

Political scientists explain why congressional Democrats aren't making more progress on their priorities and President Joe Biden's big agenda.

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Federal Reserve is banning officials from buying individual stocks and restricting active trading

The Federal Reserve announced new trading rules on Thursday following a controversy over trades made by senior officials.

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Grand Teton joins Yellowstone in breaking tourism records

Wyoming’s Grand Teton National Park already has had its busiest year on record

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New Zealand and United Kingdom seal free trade deal

The United Kingdom and New Zealand announced a free trade agreement Wednesday as Britain continues to strike economic relationships after its departure from the European Union.

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Raskin scolds Gaetz after grilling him on Trump's election lies

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) got into a contentious exchange with Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) over former President Trump's lies about the 2020 election at a rules committee hearing.

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Conor McGregor: MMA fighter accused of unprovoked attack by Italian DJ

An Italian DJ claims he suffered a number of injuries following an alleged altercation with MMA fighter Conor McGregor.

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Texas GOP consolidates power in new congressional maps as Senate again fails to act on voting rights

With Texas Republicans bolstering their congressional majorities in new maps they approved this week, Senate Republicans in Washington, DC, on Wednesday blocked yet another voting rights bill that would crack down on those kinds of gerrymanders.

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NYC mayor 'troubled' by video showing unmasked officers forcibly removing masked subway commuter

New York Mayor Bill de Blasio said Wednesday he was "troubled" by a video showing two unmasked NYPD officers removing a masked commuter from a subway station this week, and he said he expects discipline for the officers involved.

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University suspends fraternity activities after freshman found unresponsive

The University of Missouri has suspended all fraternity activities after a freshman was found unresponsive Wednesday after a frat party and taken to the hospital.

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WATCH: Creative barbers turn heads into art

A pair of barber brothers in India turned heads with creative and intricate hair designs.

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WATCH: Protesters in Guatemala demand wartime pay

Ex-soldiers in Guatemala flooded the streets near Congress and set fires, demanding bonus pay for serving in the country's civil war from 1960 to 1996.

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WATCH: Boy tries to take Pope's cap

A young boy wandered onto the stage during the Pope's general audience and asked for his white papal cap.

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Clinton updates on recovery after hospitalization: 'I’m really glad to be back home'

Former President Bill Clinton was hospitalized with an infection last week. Now, he's recovering at home.

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No US injuries in attack on remote American base in Syria

The U.S. base at al Tanf is located along the Syrian border with Jordan.

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Survivors share horrific details after being kidnapped by Haitian gang

Survivors of a previous kidnapping by Haitian gang 400 Mazowo shared their stories with ABC News.

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Why you should shop sooner for turkey this Thanksgiving

From a slight drop in production, rising prices and supply chain issues it's smart to plan the turkey purchase ahead this Thanksgiving.

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Family of 6-year-old who died on amusement park ride files wrongful death lawsuit

The parents of a 6-year-old girl who died on a ride at a Colorado amusement park last month have filed a wrongful death suit against the operator.

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FDA authorizes boosters for Moderna and J&J vaccines

The FDA has authorized boosters for millions more Americans, giving a green light for third shots to people who received the Moderna and J&J vaccines.

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Attack hits Syria base that houses US troops; no US injuries

A military outpost in southern Syria has been hit by a coordinated attack, but a U.S. official says no American troops stationed there were injured or killed

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Recommendations for 911 call center made as part of settlement in teen's car death

A settlement in the death of a teenager who died while trapped in his car after calling 911 has included recommendations to improve the call center.

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Unarmed man shot 8 times by police files $26 million lawsuit

Isiah Brown, a Black man, was shot eight times by police, just after receiving a ride home from the deputy.

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Gates Foundation to spend $120M on access for COVID-19 pill

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation says it will spend $120 million to boost access to generic versions of drugmaker Merck’s antiviral COVID-19 pill for lower income countries, if the drug gets approved by regulators

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WATCH: Sneak peek at top toys this holiday season

“GMA” sponsor Amazon is unveiling the hottest toys this season to fit every budget.

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Escape from Kabul: Inside the volunteer effort by US troops to rescue their families from Afghanistan

An hour after a suicide bomb exploded outside the Kabul airport on August 26, killing 13 US service members and scores of Afghan civilians, Fahim Masoud, a US military intelligence officer, made a frantic call to his sister.

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Republican candidates can ignore Trump -- but he won't go away

One Republican is trying his hand at lifting the curse that Donald Trump has inflicted on his party in America's suburbs -- by just pretending he doesn't exist.

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See reporter receive 'a round of applause' from turkeys on live TV

Amid the global supply chain disruptions, the labor shortages in the UK could put Christmas turkey deliveries at risk. CNN's Anna Stewart reports from a turkey farm in Essex in Southern England.

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North Korea says its latest ballistic missile test was launched from a submarine

North Korea said it successfully test-fired a new ballistic missile from a submarine on Tuesday, state news agency KCNA reported Wednesday.

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What the Bannon criminal contempt charge means

Members of the House select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the US Capitol have shown they're willing to pursue criminal contempt referrals against witnesses who refuse to comply with the panel's subpoenas.

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Covid vaccine misinformation: These doctors are part of the problem

She was a frequent guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show -- an Ivy League-educated OB-GYN who often spoke about women's health and holistic medicine.

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County reaches $25 million settlement with victims of Parkland massacre, attorney says

A $25 million settlement has been reached between the Broward County School Board and 52 victims of the February 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in South Florida, according to an attorney for some of the victims.

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Man falls to death after dangling from hot air balloon

A man dangling from the basket of a hot air balloon fell to his death onto a road in Israel on Tuesday, police said.

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Celebrating the tastes of Chinese American bakeries

In an age when Chinese food is no longer foreign to international audiences, with diners willing to embrace its many regional cuisines, there's one culinary area that has yet to receive much attention globally -- baking.

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Haiti gang wants $17M ransom for kidnapped American and Canadian missionaries

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Jan. 6 committee recommends holding Bannon in contempt

The House committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol riot recommends holding Trump adviser Steve Bannon in contempt of Congress for refusing to cooperate.

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Over 60,000 officers assaulted in 2020, with 31% sustaining injuries: FBI

Assaults of police officers increased by 4,071 from 2019 to 2020.

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NYPD officers face discipline due to alleged BLM protest misconduct

At least 65 NYPD officers may face punishment.

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Biden admin backs down on tracking bank accounts with over $600 annual transactions

The Biden administration has backed down on a proposal to collect banking information on accounts with transactions over $600 per year.

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WATCH: Bride and groom float to wedding in cooking pot amid floods

This bride and groom got inside a giant cooking pot and floated down a flooded road to their wedding ceremony.

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San Francisco announces cash rewards to collar auto burglars

San Francisco’s mayor has announced that the city will hand out cash awards of up to $100,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of high-level auto burglary ringleaders

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Civil rights attorney seeks charges over inmate's death

A prominent civil rights attorney is calling on a South Carolina prosecutor to revisit a case and criminally charge the two jail employees who stunned a mentally ill Black man 10 times and kneeled on his back until he stopped breathing

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Abandoned New Orleans wharf burns down; fireworks to blame?

The remains of an abandoned river wharf went up in flames over the weekend in New Orleans as fireworks went off nearby, but officials haven’t yet determined whether the display played a role in the enormous fire

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Freshman fraternity member dies from 'presumed alcohol toxicity'

A freshman at the University of Kentucky died from "presumed alcohol toxicity" Monday night after he was found unresponsive at his fraternity house.

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Donald Trump versus 'Electric Avenue''s Eddy Grant

Former President Donald Trump was required to respond to a copyright lawsuit by musician Eddy Grant, who wrote and recorded the song, "Electric Avenue" in 1983.

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WATCH: Police swoop in on street racers doing burnouts

Atlanta police officers and the Georgia State Patrol busted a group of street racers last weekend.

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WATCH: Pod of dolphins swim off Southern California coast

Whale watchers were treated to a pod of dolphins gliding in the Pacific Ocean.

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WATCH: Water main break shoots water skyward

A large water main break sent a burst of water high into the sky in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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More than 20 people safely escape after plane crashes outside Houston

No major injuries were reported when a Boston-bound plane carrying more than 20 people struck a fence and erupted in flames while taking off at Houston Executive Airport on Tuesday morning, officials said.

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Myanmar to release 5,600 prisoners held for anti-junta protests

Myanmar's junta has freed hundreds of political prisoners from Yangon's Insein prison, Reuters reported Tuesday, citing local media.

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Trump sits for deposition in lawsuit brought by demonstrators alleging assault

Former President Trump sat for a deposition Monday at Trump Tower in New York City, said an attorney for the plaintiffs suing him over an alleged assault.

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North America's biggest container port faces record backlog

Approximately 200,000 shipping containers remain gridlocked off the coast of Los Angeles on Monday as pandemic-related disruptions continue to affect various supply chains, according to Gene Seroka, the executive director of the Port of Los Angeles.

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Father suspected of burning daughters and grandchildren to death in Pakistan marriage feud

A father in Pakistan is suspected of killing his two daughters and their four children by setting their house ablaze because one of the women married against his wishes, police said.

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Nazi-looted Van Gogh painting could fetch $30 million

Over a century since it was last seen in public, a vibrant Vincent van Gogh painting once seized by the Nazis is heading to auction.

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State Department watchdog opens new reviews into US exit from Afghanistan

The State Department's watchdog has opened a number of reviews related to the US exit from Afghanistan, according to a letter from the acting inspector general obtained by CNN.

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Manchin has a message for Sanders: Don't blame me

With the Democratic party's agenda at risk of collapsing if an agreement is not reached soon, moderate Sen. Joe Manchin and self-described democratic socialist Sen. Bernie Sanders are escalating their feud over party priorities. CNN's Manu Raju reports.

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Apple is bringing back some old MacBook Pro features

What's old is new again. Apple announced a new line of MacBook Pro laptops that once again have physical function keys, HDMI and SD card connectors and a magnetic charger.

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'I have concerns': Mother of Ahmaud Arbery as jury selection begins in murder trial

The jury selection has begun for the three men accused of chasing down and killing Ahmaud Arbery, a 25-year-old Black man out for a jog in Georgia. CNN's Martin Savidge reports.

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WATCH: Volcanic activity continues on La Palma

Volcanic activity of fiery lava and ash continued on La Palma in the Canary Islands, as lava flow threatened the town of La Laguna, officials said.

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WATCH: Large waterspout spins off coast of Cuba

Cubans marveled at a large waterspout spinning off the coast of Cienfuegos over the weekend. No damage was reported.

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WATCH: Sunlight illuminates landscape in Virginia

Beams of sunlight illuminated the colorful autumn landscape, creating a peaceful scene in Lebanon, Virginia.

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Colombia is putting its 'cocaine hippos' on birth control

Colombia may have finally found a solution to one of the lesser-known legacies of notorious drug trafficker Pablo Escobar: invasive hippos.

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Sinclair Broadcast Group hit with ransomware attack

Sinclair Broadcast Group was the victim of a ransomware attack over the weekend, the company announced in a Securities and Exchange Commission filing on Monday.

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WATCH: Great Dane hilariously uses peanut butter jar as a giant pacifier

Mabel the Great Dane loves using a peanut butter jar as her own special pacifier.

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WATCH: Young girl's positive affirmations is the motivation you need this week

This cutie from Australia tells us we are "bold," "brilliant," and "beautiful" in an adorable video.

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Trump sues to keep White House records secret, claiming executive privilege

Former President Donald Trump has filed a lawsuit in DC District Court against the House select committee investigating the January 6 insurrection and the National Archives in an effort to keep records from his presidency secret by claiming executive privilege.

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CDC places ultramodern city-state at highest travel risk for Covid-19

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has added one new location to its list of "very high" risk travel destinations this week.

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Key takeaways from trial of 3 men in Ahmaud Arbery killing: Day 1

Ahmaud Arbery, murder trial, white defendants, jogger, Glynn County, Georgia, shotgun, tracked down, jury selection, court

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FBI, US embassy working to obtain release of Americans kidnapped in Haiti

The FBI and the U.S. embassy are assisting in rescue efforts after 17 people, including Americans, were kidnapped in Haiti.

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Trump sues to block release of Jan. 6 records to select committee

Trump seeks to block records of his communications around the insurrection.

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Judge agrees to delay sentencing of former Gaetz associate as cooperation continues

A judge has agreed to delay the sentencing of former Seminole County tax collector Joel Greenberg as Greenberg cooperates with the probe into Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz.

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House committee seeks more info from Amazon, issues warning

U.S. House lawmakers are threatening to seek a criminal investigation of Amazon, saying the tech giant has one “final chance” to correct previous testimony by executives on its competition practices

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Freed murderer charged in Florida with slaying of single mom

The woman's body was found in a canal after being missing for three weeks.

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Man, 19, arrested in shooting at high school football game

Police in Alabama have arrested a 19 year old in a shooting that wounded five people near a stadium where a high school football game was being played

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Ronnie Tutt, drummer for Elvis and other stars, dies at 83

Ronnie Tutt, a legendary drummer who spent years playing alongside Elvis Presley and teamed up with other superstars ranging from Johnny Cash to Stevie Nicks, has died

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The real reason the US supply chain is backed up

Washington Post global economics correspondent David Lynch explains why the US supply chain is so backed up and says the "original sin" that kicked off this crisis was a change in American consumption habits during the pandemic.

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Ex-intel official who created controversial Trump Russia dossier speaks out

Former British intelligence officer Christopher Steele, the man behind the "Steele Dossier" that claimed Russian officials held compromising information on former President Donald Trump, defended the claims made in the dossier in his first on-camera interview since it was revealed in 2017.

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Regenerative travel is protecting Colombia's coral reefs

San Andres is one of Colombia's most popular beach destinations in the country. Meet the local entrepreneur and diver who has been spearheading the island's regenerative tourism efforts since 2013.

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Brian Stelter shares chilling threats from man angered by election reporting

CNN's Brian Stelter discusses learning how he and his family were the target of a "serial harasser" who was angered by CNN's reporting on the 2020 election and how he hopes this case will help tamp down on threats towards journalists.

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Jon Stewart: Trump isn't some incredible supervillain

Comedian Jon Stewart discusses with CNN's Jake Tapper why he thinks the country's focus on former President Donald Trump is a mistake and painting him like an "incredible supervillain" is the wrong move.

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Six rotors. 200mph. This electric helicopter may be the future of transportation

Joby Aviation's electric, six rotor aircraft can take off like a helicopter yet fly like a plane. Here's how the company envisions the future of flying transportation.

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Judge limits unpaid leave for unvaccinated workers at US lab

Employees who get exemptions to a COVID-19 vaccine requirement get unpaid leave.

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WATCH: Volcano eruption in Spain continues

The volcanic eruptions on Spain's La Palma island that began about a month show no sign of abating, officials said.

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Removed Robert E. Lee statue now on display at Texas resort

It was removed from a Dallas park and later sold in an online auction.

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Israeli officer punished for violence against protesters

The Israeli military says it has reprimanded the officer.

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UN: Syria government, opposition to begin drafting charter

The draft would include constitutional reforms for the war-torn country.

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House of Representatives staffer faces child porn charges

He works as a program manager for the sergeant-at-arms of the House

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Police: 3 dead after knife attack on Arkansas officer

The officer fired his gun defending himself from a knife attack, police say.

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North Korea is slamming 'Squid Game.' Here's why

North Korea is criticizing Netflix's worldwide hit show "Squid Game," slamming it for highlighting the negative aspects of South Korean culture, including consumerism and inequality. CNN's Brian Todd reports.

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Ship owner, operator of interest in California oil spill

The U.S. Coast Guard has designated the Mediterranean Shipping Company and others as parties of interest in an investigation into a vessel that was determined to be the source of an offshore pipeline leak in Southern California

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17 missionaries, including 5 children, kidnapped in Haiti, ministry says

Seventeen missionaries, including five children, have been kidnapped in Haiti, according to the ministry the group is affiliated with.

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Ahmaud Arbery family braces for murder trial of 3 white men

Trial of 3 white men in Ahmaud Arbery slaying to dreg up Georgia's history on race. Brunswick, Glynn County, shooting, racial, hate crime, vigilante, citizens arrest

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Alex Murdaugh coordinated with former housekeeper's family to sue himself for insurance money and then took $3 million, affidavits say

Newly released documents allege that Alex Murdaugh, a once-prominent South Carolina attorney now embroiled in scandals including alleged life insurance fraud, coordinated with his former housekeeper's family to sue himself for insurance money that he then pocketed for himself, according to a pair of affidavits released Saturday.

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'More reporting:' How journalists should cover threats to democracy

The media treats some aspects of the first amendment — such as press freedom — as sacred. But when it comes to other crucial protections, including free and fair elections and other basic tenets of democracy, there tends to be a "sliding scale." On "Reliable Sources" Sunday, CNN's chief media correspondent Brian Stelter discussed the changing role of political media — and how reporters need to do a better job protecting democracy.

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Myanmar junta 'extremely disappointed' over leader's exclusion from ASEAN summit

Myanmar's military junta said Saturday it was "extremely disappointed" with a decision by Southeast Asian foreign ministers to exclude its leader Min Aung Hlaing from an upcoming summit.

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Los Angeles County wants Vanessa Bryant and others to take a psychiatric exam ahead of trial

Los Angeles County wants to compel the widow of NBA legend Kobe Bryant and others involved in a lawsuit over leaked photos of the helicopter crash that killed him, their daughter and seven others to take psychiatric exams before the case goes to trial, court filings show.

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'CITGO 6' oil execs held in Venezuela were picked up by country's forces hours after Alex Saab's extradition to US

Five United States citizens and a permanent resident who were serving house arrest in Caracas, Venezuela, were picked up by the country's intelligence service SEBIN on Saturday, just hours after the extradition of Alex Saab, a Colombian financier close to embattled Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, the families of two of the detainees and one of their lawyers told CNN.

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Horrific delay? Norway eyes police response to arrow attack

Some say police responded too slowly to the attack that left five dead.

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Countries in Asia are placing orders for a new drug to treat coronavirus. Poorer nations could miss out again

During the global scramble to secure vaccines, many countries in Asia-Pacific were slow off the mark. This time, they're not making the same mistake.

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President Clinton is expected to be discharged Sunday, spokesperson says

Former President Bill Clinton will remain at University of California Irvine Medical Center in Orange, California, for at least one more night, and is expected to be discharged Sunday, his spokesperson Angel Ureña said in a statement Saturday on Twitter.

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The US hasn't seen worker anger like this in decades

Workers are saying enough is enough.

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Remains identified as those of Iowa boy missing since May

He disappeared from an Iowa trailer park just days before his 11th birthday.

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Woman raped on train as bystanders did nothing, police say

Police said the “unbelievably strong woman" provided a lot of information.

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Now 41, man who killed 4-year-old at age 13 granted parole

His lawyer unsuccessfully argued that he was mentally ill.

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Bitcoin-mining power plant raises ire of environmentalists

Operation took over a power plant to find cheap energy for currency mining.

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Lawsuits demand unproven ivermectin for COVID patients

Judges are increasingly being asked to weigh in on the deworming drug ivermectin

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Police: 4 hurt in shooting near high school football game

Witnesses reported two suspects left the scene in a white sedan.

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University offers to rehire prof acquitted of ties to China

He allegedly hid relationship with Chinese university while getting NASA grants.

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New skyscraper lab will test elevators high above Atlanta

One of the world's largest elevator towers will test elevators of the future.

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Syrian shelling of rebel-held areas close to Turkey kills 4

A truce reached in March last year has been repeatedly violated in recent weeks.

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6 combatants, 2 workers killed in fresh violence in Kashmir

Five people were killed just says ago in a similar fashion in the region.

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In South Texas, aging water system meets growing population

System was built to irrigate farms that once dominated the local economy.

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Biden: 'Democracy survived' Capitol riot because of police

President Biden paid tribute to fallen police officers in front of the Capitol.

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Convicted murderer Robert Durst diagnosed with COVID-19, attorney says

Robert Durst has been diagnosed with COVID-19, his attorney confirmed Saturday, two days after the real estate heir was sentenced to life in prison.

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Netflix fired an employee who leaked information about David Chappelle's special

Netflix fired an employee for sharing "confidential, commercially sensitive information" outside of the company about David Chappelle's controversial stand-up special "The Closer," the company confirmed to CNN on Saturday. The employee leaked the information to Bloomberg, which published it in an article on Wednesday.

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WATCH: Police chase runaway tractor

RUNAWAY TRACTOR: A man in a tractor attempts to steal motorcycles by smashing a store window before leading officers on a dangerous police chase. He was later arrested.

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Trump's not going away — and neither is investigator Schiff

Far from the White House, Donald Trump continues to circle the Republican Party

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4 Russian tourists found dead at Albania beach resort

Police say four Russian tourists were found dead at a beach resort in western Albania

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CDC releases 2021 holiday guidance to prevent spread of COVID-19

The CDC has released its public health guidance for the 2021 holiday season, offering up mostly general advice on how to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

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Truck driver convicted in Colorado pileup that killed 4

A truck driver accused of causing a fiery pileup that killed four people and injured six others on a Colorado highway has been convicted of vehicular homicide and other charges

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Netflix employee fired in wake of Chappelle special furor

Netflix says it has fired an employee for disclosing confidential financial information about the Dave Chappelle comedy special “The Closer,” which some have condemned as being transphobic

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Bali earthquake kills at least 3 people

At least three people have died in Bali after a magnitude 4.8 earthquake hit the Indonesian island in the early hours of Saturday, damaging buildings and leaving people trapped in the rubble.

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4 people shot outside a high school football game in Mobile, Alabama, police say

Four people were shot in the exit ramp from a stadium during a high school football game Friday night in Mobile, Alabama, officials said.

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Clinton "doing fine" and will be out of hospital soon

President Joe Biden says Bill Clinton is doing fine and will be released soon from a Southern California hospital where he is being treated for an infection

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Two of Africa's Covid experts are leaving the continent. Is this a brain drain or gain for Africa?

Two of Africa's Covid experts are clearing out their desks and counting the hours as they prepare to take up new roles offered to them overseas.

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Democrats' cornerstone climate policy will likely be cut from sweeping economic package

The Clean Electricity Performance Program, the cornerstone climate policy in Democrats' massive social safety net package, will likely be dropped from the final budget deal after pushback from Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia, three congressional sources told CNN.

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More than 90 snakes found under Northern California home

Al Wolf is used to clearing one or two snakes from under people’s homes

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China isn't about to invade Taiwan. But the two sides are on a dangerous path

Taiwan's Defense Minister, former general Chiu Kuo-cheng, stood in front of the island's legislature last week and made a dire prediction -- by 2025, China will be able to mount a "full-scale" invasion of Taiwan.

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Suspect charged with attempted murder in alleged hate crime shooting of Black man

A suspect has been charged with attempted murder with a hate crime enhancement for allegedly shooting a Black man seven times.

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Biden calls for prosecutions of those who defy Jan. 6 committee

The committee will meet to consider contempt proceedings against Steve Bannon.

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China isn't about to invade Taiwan. But the two sides are on a dangerous path

Taiwan's Defense Minister, former general Chiu Kuo-cheng, stood in front of the island's legislature last week and made a dire prediction -- by 2025, China will be able to mount a "full-scale" invasion of Taiwan.

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4 key moments from Dr. Sanjay Gupta's appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast

When CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta sat down for a three-hour conversation on "The Joe Rogan Experience" podcast, the chief topic was Covid-19.

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FDA, CDC considering whether to allow mixing COVID booster shots

U.S. regulators are considering revising the rules for COVID vaccines to allow people to opt for a booster shot from a different maker.

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Teachers told to offer books with 'opposing' Holocaust views

A Texas school district administrator told teachers that if they have books about the Holocaust in their classrooms, they should also have books that offer “opposing” or “other” viewpoints on the subject

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Officials vow to replace lead pipes in city amid water crisis

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer issued an executive directive Thursday to help residents of Benton Harbor access safe drinking water.

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Marine officer receives reprimand for Afghanistan criticism

A military judge has issued a reprimand for a Marine lieutenant colonel and ordered him to forfeit $5,000 in pay for his criticism of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan

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Cities, police unions clash as vaccine mandates take effect

Police departments that are requiring officers to be vaccinated against COVID-19 are running up against pockets of resistance across the U.S. Police unions and officers are pushing back by filing lawsuits to block the mandates

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Sheriff: Officers kill man who fired on them from motorcycle

Investigators say a man on a motorcycle who fired on officers as they tried to pull him over was shot and killed on a South Carolina road

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Abortion supporters ask Oklahoma court to put 3 laws on hold

Reproductive rights supporters are asking the Oklahoma Supreme Court to put three anti-abortion laws on hold, including restrictions on medication-induced abortions

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Coast Guard: California oil spill likely 25,000 gallons

A Coast Guard official says the amount of crude oil spilled in an offshore pipeline leak in Southern California is believed to be close to 25,000 gallons, or only about one-fifth of what officials initially feared

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Trump expected to give deposition in protesters' lawsuit

Former President Donald Trump is slated to return to New York City to provide a videotaped deposition in a case about his security team’s crackdown on a protest during the early days of his presidential campaign in 2015

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Ex-cop who killed Daunte Wright lays out possible defense

A former suburban Minneapolis police officer who has said she meant to use a Taser instead of a handgun when she shot and killed Daunte Wright in April is laying out her potential defenses

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Suit alleging autistic girl restrained in class is settled

An Indiana couple who accused staffers at a La Porte elementary school of strapping their then-8-year-old autistic daughter into a homemade restraining chair in the classroom have settled their lawsuit against the district

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Robert Durst sentenced to life for murder of best friend

New York real estate heir Robert Durst has been sentenced to life in prison without chance of parole for the murder of his best friend more that two decades ago

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Sarah Sanders raises $2.1M in bid for Arkansas governor

Former White House press secretary Sarah Sanders has raised $2.1 million over the past three months in her bid for Arkansas governor

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Artist sues newly freed Bill Cosby over 1990 hotel encounter

A prominent Bill Cosby accuser has filed suit Thursday against the actor over a 1990 hotel room encounter in Atlantic City, New Jersey

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In Brazil, worst drought in decades felt at gigantic dam

The gigantic Itaipu hydroelectric dam straddling the Brazil-Paraguay border is feeling the heat of Brazil’s worst drought in nine decades

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Police fatally shoot armed man in Southern California

Authorities say police shot and killed a man who was armed with a rifle in Southern California

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White man appeals conviction for Black student's killing

A white man serving a life sentence for fatally stabbing a Black college student at a bus stop at the University of Maryland has asked the state's second highest court to throw out his murder conviction

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Nobel Prize winner explains one big issue for novelists

Abdulrazak Gurnah won the Nobel Prize for Literature and speaks to One World about the fact the award has historically been awarded to novelists in the West. Gurnah believes the lack of access to English translation limits some African authors from being considered.

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Watch Billie Eilish punch Jimmy Kimmel

Pop star Billie Eilish visited "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" and checked off some items from a bucket list she wrote when she was 12.

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Lucy in the sky: Spacecraft will visit record 8 asteroids

NASA is on an asteroid roll as it gets set to launch a series of spacecraft to visit and even bash some of the solar system's most enticing rocks

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Mob kills Cameroon police officer after death of 5-year-old girl

A mob lynched a military police officer after he killed a five-year-old girl when he fired on a car at a checkpoint in the capital of Cameroon's English-speaking South West Region on Thursday, the defense ministry said.

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Murdaugh charged with taking insurance money in maid's death

A prominent South Carolina lawyer has been charged with stealing insurance settlements meant for the sons of his late housekeeper

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Teen sentenced to maximum for Barnard student slaying, parents speak on their grief

Luchiano Lewis, one of the three teenagers accused of killing of 18-year-old Barnard College freshman Tessa Majors, was sentenced Thursday.

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Second sale of Banksy's shredded painting sets staggering new record

The Banksy painting that partially self-destructed at auction three years ago has sold once more, for a staggering £18.5 million ($25.4 million).

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WATCH: Epic jumping shark is out of this world

Over a dozen basking sharks surrounded divers off the Irish coast. One of the sharks breached beside a diver who got the incredible encounter on camera.

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WATCH: Baby and his swim lesson instructor are friendship goals

Nine-month-old baby and swim instructor have a heartwarming moment during their swim lesson.

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US officially rejoins controversial UN Human Rights Council

The United States is officially a member of the controversial United Nations Human Rights Council again, reversing former President Donald Trump's withdrawal three years ago.

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A statue of civil rights leader Mary McLeod Bethune is getting a place in the US Capitol. She's replacing a Confederate general

A larger-than-life marble statue of civil rights pioneer Mary McLeod Bethune is replacing one of a Confederate general in the US Capitol's Statuary Hall.

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Top conservative lawyers steer clear of Trump's latest legal fight

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Ex-aide to Bush issues dire warning about Trump

Michael Gerson, columnist and former aide to President George W. Bush, argues that US democracy is at risk if former President Donald Trump is re-elected with unified Republican control of the federal government.

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School bus carrying 6 children crashes into woods; all safe

None of the children were seriously injured.

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Black man shot 7 times in potential hate crime, police say

Bobby Gayle, a black man in Stockton, California, was shot seven times in a potential hate crime.

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5 dead, 2 injured in random bow and arrow attack

The suspect was taken into custody by police.

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Sense of urgency grips the White House with Biden facing crises on many fronts

Nine months into Joe Biden's presidency, a White House suddenly beset on all sides feels a growing sense of urgency.

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New findings a 'complete reversal' in understanding why Earth became hospitable to life and its 'twin' didn't

Venus may be a sweltering wasteland today, but scientists have questioned whether the planet was always so inhospitable. While previous studies suggested Venus might have once been covered in oceans, new research has found the opposite: Venus has likely never been able to support oceans.

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Rolling Stones phase out popular hit 'Brown Sugar'

The Rolling Stones have retired their classic song "Brown Sugar," which begins with a slave narrative and sexualizes young Black women.

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Most evacuation flights from Afghanistan this week have been canceled

Most evacuation flights scheduled to depart Afghanistan this week have been canceled, according to a State Department email sent to US citizens in the country on Monday that was reviewed by CNN.

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Biden admin announces plans for massive expansion of wind farms off US coasts

The Biden administration is planning to aggressively expand offshore wind energy capacity in the United States, potentially holding as many as seven new offshore lease sales by 2025.

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Justices divide sharply on reinstating Boston Marathon bomber death sentence

Reciting the gruesome details of the Boston Marathon bombing, a Justice Department lawyer asked the Supreme Court to reinstate the death sentence for Dzhokhar Tsarnaev.

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Norway: Several killed, injured in bow and arrow attack

A man armed with a bow and arrows killed several people and wounded others near the Norwegian capital of Oslo before he was arrested

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Supreme Court eyes reinstated death sentence for Boston Marathon bomber

Reciting the gruesome details of the Boston Marathon bombing, a Justice Department lawyer asked the Supreme Court to reinstate the death sentence for Dzhokhar Tsarnaev.

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Large African cat escapes owner, prowls Detroit suburb

A large cat native to Africa is on the loose in a suburb north of Detroit after escaping from its owner

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'We have to be heard': Texas women travel to seek abortions

The Texas law has been bouncing between courts for weeks.

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Multiple people killed in suspected bow and arrow attack in Norway

Several people have been killed and others were injured by an attacker in the Norwegian town of Kongsberg, a press officer for local police told CNN on Wednesday.

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The end of student loan forbearance will be tougher on women

Before the pandemic, women already held more student debt than men and had a harder time paying it off due to lower earnings in the workplace

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WATCH: 90-year-old actor William Shatner becomes oldest person to venture into space

William Shatner was overcome with emotion upon his return to earth after his 11-minute flight to the edge of the final frontier.

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Biden to address global supply chain crisis

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Brazil's Bolsonaro says he will not be vaccinated against Covid-19

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro said he decided not to get a Covid-19 vaccine, in an on-air interview with Jovem Pan radio on Tuesday night.

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Southwest Airlines canceled her entire family's flights and they missed her wedding day

What was supposed to be a special day over the weekend instead became an emotional roller coaster for a bride whose family couldn't attend her wedding after Southwest Airlines canceled thousands of flights around the country.

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Africa's last total monarchy faces daunting challenges

CNN's Larry Modowo speaks to Eswatini Prime Minister Cleopas Dlamini about the challenges that the country is facing.

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Queen Elizabeth seen using walking stick at major event

Queen Elizabeth, 95, was recorded using a walking stick for what is believed to be the first time at a major public event.

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Ivanka Trump almost landed one of the world's biggest jobs

She has his last name, for goodness sake. She sat in his chair at his first G-20 meeting in Hamburg, Germany. No doubt the picture pleased him, his daughter smack between British Prime Minister Theresa May and China's President Xi Jinping. In fact, she has warmed lots of important chairs without incident. With this resume, why wouldn't former President Donald Trump think Ivanka would make a terrific president of the World Bank?

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Fire shuts down major highway, prompts evacuations

The Alisal Fire in Southern California has already exploded to about 6,000 acres.

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WATCH: Stunning aurora borealis lights up North Dakota sky

The green shimmering lights of the aurora borealis lit up the night sky over North Dakota.

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WATCH: Northern Utah covered in autumn leaves

A stunning blanket of autumn leaves covered the landscape in northern Utah as captured in drone footage.

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Gabby Petito case: Timeline of travel blogger's disappearance

Petito had been traveling with her boyfriend, Brian Laundrie, in a white van.

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China to test thousands of Wuhan blood samples in Covid-19 probe

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Last clue to Covid-19 origins may sit in Wuhan hospital

China is preparing to test thousands of blood samples from the city of Wuhan as part of the probe into the origins of Covid-19, but as CNN's Nick Paton Walsh reports, the World Health Organization and other foreign experts will not be allowed to analyze the data independently.

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EU pledges additional $800M to Afghanistan as US holds 'productive' talks with Taliban

State Department spokesperson Ned Price said Tuesday that "there has been progress on a number of fronts" following several days of meetings between US and Taliban officials in Doha.

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Stunning underwater scene wins Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition

The winning images in this year's Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition have been released after a record-breaking number of entries were submitted, with a riveting underwater shot taking home the top prize.

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Nuclear engineer for Navy, wife accused of 'espionage-related crime,' appear in court

A nuclear engineer for the U.S. Navy and his wife, accused of 'espionage-related crime,' appeared in court Tuesday.

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Biden immigration authorities to end workplace raids

The Biden administration on Tuesday announced it would end workplace raids.

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The global supply chain nightmare is about to get worse

Computer chip shortages. Epic port congestion. And a serious lack of truck drivers. The world's delicate supply chains are under extreme stress.

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Trump's inner circle takes a trip down memory lane in Jerusalem

For a few short hours in Jerusalem this week, the Trump band got back together for a glitzy reunion gig.

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Officers remove tire stuck on elk's neck for over 2 years

For two years, an elk was seen with a tire around its neck. Now, after several attempts, wildlife officials have freed the animal of the rubber hindrance.

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Fans get first look at 'Scream 5' trailer

After a 10-year absence, the "Scream" franchise is back with its fifth installment featuring original cast members Neve Campbell, Courtney Cox and David Arquette.

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Covid-19 vaccine boosters are 'immoral' and 'unfair', says WHO chief

Distributing Covid-19 vaccine booster shots in some countries while inoculations across Africa lag is "immoral," according to the director general of the World Health Organization (WHO).

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Senate committee questions TikTok in Jan. 6 Capitol attack investigation

The Senate Homeland Security Committee on Tuesday sent a letter to TikTok regarding its Jan. 6 Capitol attack investigation.

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One of America's largest universities cancels classes amid suicide investigations

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill canceled classes and declared Tuesday a "Wellness Day" as officials investigate two suicide incidents over the weekend.

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WATCH: Carpet python gate-crashes picnic

Carpet python gate-crashes picnic, forcing a temporary suspension while the snake slithered across the rug.

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Justice Department again presses to halt Texas abortion law

The Biden administration is again urging courts to step in and suspend a new Texas law that has banned most abortions in the state since early September

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Supreme Court could OK new defense of Kentucky abortion law

The law was adopted in 2018, when Republican Matt Bevin was governor.

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WATCH: Marathoners rescued along DC Peaks 50 trail

More than 80 marathoners were rescued from blizzard conditions on the D.C. Peaks 50 trail and were treated for hypothermia and minor injuries.

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