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Manafort's travels: Trump's former campaign chief had 3 passports, $100 million in assets

How rich are Paul Manafort and Rick Gates, and where did they travel?

Why Japan may be the world's next car superpower

From the AI-enabled Toyota Concept-i to the forward-thinking Nissan IMx Zero-Emission, the Tokyo Motor show has again thrown up some of the year's most innovative car designs. As ever, the event offers us our annual chance to marvel at the futuristic -- and sometimes downright wacky -- designs that Japan's car industry is now known for. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2A6itlW

8 dead after truck rams bike riders in New York City

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Halloween comes to the White House

Halloween comes to the White House with President Trump and first lady Melania handing out candy and posing for pictures with kids in costume. CNN's Jeanne Moos reports. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gZH8no

'Stranger Things' star talks season 2

Millie Bobby Brown, the actress who plays Eleven on the hit Netflix series opens up about the new season. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2ijh1o6

Video appears to show suspect after truck attack

Tawhid Kabir Xisan captured this video on Snapchat that appears to show police taking the suspect in the New York truck attack into custody. No audio. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2iNYqUW

New York witness: Bodies had tire tracks

Eugene Duffy says he saw a white truck drive the wrong way on a Manhattan bike path and two men with tire tracks across their bodies. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2A4LU7S

Trump aide's suspected middleman boasted about Moscow contacts

An academic suspected of being the link between a Trump campaign adviser and the Russian government told a business contact that Moscow had a trove of information about Hillary Clinton in April 2016, months before the information was public, CNN has learned. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2h0FvpI

New Zealand's new leader: We must be ready for 'climate refugees'

New Zealand's new leader, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, tells CNN that her country must be prepared to take in "climate change refugees" from surrounding island nations. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2z8jWtM

China, S Korea end year-long feud over missile system

A diplomatic dispute between South Korea and China officially ended on Tuesday, following months of tense relations and economic retaliation triggered by the deployment of a controversial missile defense system. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zU6DdM

South Korea firms' China nightmare may be ending

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It's (slowly) getting easier to do business in India

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Shots fired in downtown New York, 1 person in custody

The New York Police Department is responding to reports of shots fired in lower Manhattan, according to J. Peter Donald, a spokesperson for the NYPD. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2lzg8wv

Couple who survived Vegas shooting die in car crash

When Dennis Carver and his wife, Lorraine, went to the Route 91 Harvest music festival in Las Vegas, they simply wanted to enjoy an evening's entertainment. But as round after round of gunshots were unloaded into the crowd, the couple ran for their lives -- and survived. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gZP7Rn

Facebook, Google, Twitter testify before US Congress

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N Korea accused of stealing warship blueprints in hack

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Apple iOS update comes with hundreds of new emojis

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House of Cards production suspended after Spacey assault accusation

Production on the sixth and final season of "House of Cards" has been halted after star Kevin Spacey was accused of sexual assault against an actor who claims he was a minor at the time of the alleged incident. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2ijoBz3

'I want to quit': Fox News employees embarrassed by Mueller coverage

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UN experts blast 'alarming' US response in Puerto Rico

Some 3.4 million Americans are facing "alarming" conditions more than a month after Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico, UN human experts said, calling the disaster response there ineffective compared with the urgency of federal aid to storm-ravaged states on the US mainland. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yZJrxP

Rose McGowan responds to arrest warrant

There is an arrest warrant out for actress Rose McGowan for felony drug possession. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gQpleE

NYPD detectives charged with raping handcuffed woman in van

Two New York Police Department detectives took turns raping a handcuffed 18-year-old woman in the back seat of their police van in Coney Island last month, according to the Kings County District Attorney's office. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2ijDCAH

Theater where Spacey worked extends confidentiality for complaints

A London theater where Kevin Spacey was artistic director for 11 years invited people to contact them confidentially with any complaints on Tuesday, amid a growing outcry over a sexual assault allegation against the American actor. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gQQNc4

US TV host faints during live taping

Wendy Williams fainted during a live taping of her talk show on Tuesday morning. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2iS4snO

Syrian teen plotted bomb attack in Germany, police say

A Syrian teenager has been arrested in Germany on suspicion of planning an attack using powerful explosives, a spokeswoman for the federal prosecutor said Tuesday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gRBBvm

Inside Niger ambush zone, fear and questions remain

The convoy's progress is painstaking, the tracks it follows barely defined, at times though open terrain, at times through the thick wooded areas that worry the soldiers most. It makes ideal cover for an ambush, so they dismount and advance on foot before calling their vehicles forward. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2lAcr9F

Trump claims 'biggest story yesterday' was about Dems

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Do you recognize the celeb who won Halloween?

Was it a trick or a treat? from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2ly0uBr

Under Armour is in serious trouble

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The Grand Canyon of the Arctic Circle

Approaching Disko Island by boat feels like heading toward Skull Island in search of the great ape, King Kong. A prehistoric land looms as the sea succumbs to unforgiving terrain -- craggy, jagged and mountainous. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2xF1Fkm

'Kill them all' -- Russian-linked Facebook accounts called for violence

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Anne Frank train plan sparks controversy

Plans to name a high-speed train on Germany's national railway after Holocaust victim Anne Frank have come under fire because the Nazis used trains to transport Jews to concentration camps during World War II. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gXbeYy

South Africa in pole to host Rugby World Cup 2023

South Africa is in pole position to host the Rugby World Cup in 2023, after receiving an official recommendation from the tournament's board of directors. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2z0pAyk

Liverpool star reveals 'disgusting' social death threat

Liverpool's Croatian international Dejan Lovren says he's received a "disgusting" death threat against his family on social media.

Liverpool star reveals 'disgusting' social death threat

Liverpool's Croatian international Dejan Lovren says he's received a "disgusting" death threat against his family on social media. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2ygZ1pf

Lavrov calls claims of Russian meddling 'fantasies'

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Tuesday that allegations of Russian meddling in elections, both in the United States and Europe, are "endless fantasies."

Late-night shows tackle Mueller indictments

Hosts including Stephen Colbert, Trevor Noah and Seth Meyers reacted to the news that some of Trump's former campaign aides have been indicted.

Deposed Catalan leader in Brussels amid asylum speculation

Catalonia's deposed leader Carles Puigdemontis expected to make his first public statement since Spain's state prosecutor filed charges over his independence crusade, in an appearance in the Belgian capital Brussels.

The mothers caught between the law and their jihadi children

Frenchwoman Nathalie Haddadi suffered every parent's worst nightmare: the loss of her child. But instead of sympathy, she says she was punished for her son's crimes as a foreign fighter in Syria.

Food, water cut as refugees refuse to leave Manus Island center

Hundreds of refugees holed up in an Australian-run immigration detention center on Manus Island, in Papua New Guinea (PNG), are refusing to leave despite being denied access to food and water.

Questions raised about sailors' story after months adrift

The two women from Hawaii who say they were lost at sea had an emergency beacon on the ship that was not activated during their roughly five months at sea, a Coast Guard spokeswoman tells CNN.

iPhone X first impressions: The highs, lows and quirks

Kevin Spacey chose to engage an old and toxic myth

The President of the United States is enmeshed in scandal this week. So is Kevin Spacey. It feels a characteristic irony of 2017 that even as a real-life President fights allegations that could remove him from office, our most notorious fictional President is removed from the air. Netflix announced on Wednesday that "House of Cards," in which Kevin Spacey plays the corrupt President Underwood, will not be renewed for further seasons. That Spacey is now facing accusations of serious sexual misconduct, Netflix assures us, is purely coincidental.

Workplace touching: When it's OK, when it's harassment

Bitcoin value soars past $10,000

The most expensive bitcoin in the world are flying off virtual shelves in Zimbabwe.

What a shot! 29 amazing sports photos

Take a look at 29 amazing sports photos from October 24 through October 31.

New Zealand wants to stop foreigners from buying homes

Christopher Bailey to leave Burberry after 17 years

Christoper Bailey will step down from his role at Burberry next year after 17 years with the British fashion house.

Lavrov calls claims of Russian meddling 'fantasies'

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Tuesday that allegations of Russian meddling in elections, both in the United States and Europe, are "endless fantasies." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2z2oXlK

Kevin Spacey chose to engage an old and toxic myth

The President of the United States is enmeshed in scandal this week. So is Kevin Spacey. It feels a characteristic irony of 2017 that even as a real-life President fights allegations that could remove him from office, our most notorious fictional President is removed from the air. Netflix announced on Wednesday that "House of Cards," in which Kevin Spacey plays the corrupt President Underwood, will not be renewed for further seasons. That Spacey is now facing accusations of serious sexual misconduct, Netflix assures us, is purely coincidental. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2A1DD4v

New Zealand wants to stop foreigners from buying homes

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What a shot! 29 amazing sports photos

Take a look at 29 amazing sports photos from October 24 through October 31. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2xCwohZ

Workplace touching: When it's OK, when it's harassment

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Christopher Bailey to leave Burberry after 17 years

Christoper Bailey will step down from his role at Burberry next year after 17 years with the British fashion house. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2ygzwo1

Questions raised about sailors' story after months adrift

The two women from Hawaii who say they were lost at sea had an emergency beacon on the ship that was not activated during their roughly five months at sea, a Coast Guard spokeswoman tells CNN. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2z0GoWe

Food, water cut as refugees refuse to leave Manus Island center

Hundreds of refugees holed up in an Australian-run immigration detention center on Manus Island, in Papua New Guinea (PNG), are refusing to leave despite being denied access to food and water. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2z17i0d

What's fueling Zimbabwe Bitcoin binge?

The most expensive bitcoin in the world are flying off virtual shelves in Zimbabwe. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zlNF3x

The mothers caught between the law and their jihadi children

Frenchwoman Nathalie Haddadi suffered every parent's worst nightmare: the loss of her child. But instead of sympathy, she says she was punished for her son's crimes as a foreign fighter in Syria. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2A0ih7v

iPhone X first impressions: The highs, lows and quirks

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Deposed Catalan leader in Brussels amid asylum speculation

Catalonia's deposed leader Carles Puigdemontis expected to make his first public statement since Spain's state prosecutor filed charges over his independence crusade, in an appearance in the Belgian capital Brussels. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2z7f7AX

Deadly Marburg virus outbreak declared in Uganda

An outbreak of contagious and deadly Marburg virus disease in the Kween district of eastern Uganda was declared by the nation's Ministry of Health on October 19.

Deadly Marburg virus outbreak declared in Uganda

An outbreak of contagious and deadly Marburg virus disease in the Kween district of eastern Uganda was declared by the nation's Ministry of Health on October 19. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gYDH0f

Inside the Niger ambush zone

CNN's Arwa Damon reports from the scene of the attack in Niger that left four US soldiers dead.

US warns of N Korean 'provocations' as it sends bombers, carriers to region

8 killed as Israel strikes Gaza tunnel, Palestinian Health Ministry says

Eight people were killed when the Israeli military struck a tunnel leading into Israel from Gaza, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza.

Emotional testimony in Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl's sentencing hearing

Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl teared up at his sentencing hearing Monday as he offered an apology to service members who were injured while searching for him after he deserted his outpost in Afghanistan in 2009.

Man uses party balloons to float 15 miles

A man sitting in a camping chair used about 80 helium balloons to fly 15 miles over South Africa.

Inside New York's most desirable apartment buildings

When luxury apartments first started appearing in the 1880s, wealthy New Yorkers still preferred the type of Victorian townhouses that lined Central Park.

8 killed as Israel strikes Gaza tunnel, Palestinian Health Ministry says

Eight people were killed when the Israeli military struck a tunnel leading into Israel from Gaza, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gNH6Lw

Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl takes the stand, delivers emotional testimony

Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl teared up at his sentencing hearing Monday as he offered an apology to service members who were injured while searching for him after he deserted his outpost in Afghanistan in 2009. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yZOmfH

Inside New York's most desirable apartment buildings

When luxury apartments first started appearing in the 1880s, wealthy New Yorkers still preferred the type of Victorian townhouses that lined Central Park. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2igMEi2

US warns of N Korean 'provocations' as it sends bombers, carriers to region

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Man uses party balloons to float 15 miles

A man sitting in a camping chair used about 80 helium balloons to fly 15 miles over South Africa. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2xmoEAg

Robert Mueller is the most powerful man in Washington

Justice Department special counsel Robert Mueller's one-two punch on Monday sent a forceful message to President Donald Trump, the public and potential suspects about the case he is constructing of Trump associates' involvement with Russia during the 2016 campaign.  from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2luMCbc

2,100 cities exceed recommended pollution levels, fueling climate change

Climate change is already affecting the health of populations around the world, but things are set to get worse if adequate changes aren't made, according to an international consortium of climate experts. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yYMVxW

Facebook: 126 million users saw Russian-linked ads

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Source: FBI opens inquiry into Puerto Rico power grid contract

The FBI has opened a preliminary inquiry into the $300 million Whitefish Energy Holdings contract secured by PREPA in Puerto Rico, according to a source with knowledge of the inquiry. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2igLNOy

Rescued sailors back on land after 5 months adrift at sea

After more than five months stranded at sea on their crippled sailboat, two American women and their dogs are back on dry land and thankful to be alive. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2A0mmbU

1.2 million in US Northeast without power after violent storm

The Northeast struggled with power outages and commuting delays Monday as the remnants of Tropical Storm Philippe blew out of the region. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2ifYWHo

House of Cards ending after Season 6

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The Mueller investigation: who could be next?

Special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into Russia's involvement in the 2016 election has yielded two indictments and a guilty plea. Who could be next? from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yXvaPN

US forces capture second Benghazi attack suspect in Libya

US forces captured Mustafa al-Imam in Libya for his alleged role in the 2012 Benghazi attacks that killed four Americans, including Ambassador Christopher Stevens, the White House announced on Monday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2hotDKK

Antique rugs and luxury cars: How Manafort spent his millions

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This photo of mom overdosing with baby in the back seat saved her life

The photo is shocking. A young mother passed out in the front seat of her car, a syringe clutched in her fist. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zS0sH4

'Thor: Ragnarok' flexes its comedy muscles

Marking an ambitious detour into comedy, "Thor: Ragnarok" conjures sparks but doesn't quite catch lightning in a bottle. Sporadically fun and visually impressive, this third film works a bit too hard at flexing its laugh muscles, while bogging down in a midsection built around the enticing prospect of Thor versus the Hulk. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2ltsypy

Kim Jong Un's wife makes rare public appearance

North Korean state media published pictures of leader Kim Jong Un touring a cosmetics factory. His wife Ri Sol Ju made a rare public appearance with him. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2A27n15

Trump's transgender military ban blocked by US federal judge

A federal judge in Washington blocked the Trump administration Monday from enforcing parts of its transgender military ban. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2hmWI9A

UAE officials apologize to Israel judo team for handshake snub

Two senior sporting officials from the United Arab Emirates have apologized after one of the country's competitors refused to shake hands with an Israeli opponent at a judo tournament. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zitAep

Saudi Arabia to let women into sports stadiums

Saudi Arabia is starting to ease restrictions on women spectators in sports stadiums. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zWM8xD

Kenyatta wins 2nd term in disputed Kenya presidential rerun

Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has been re-elected for a second term after securing more than 98% of the vote in a highly-contentious rerun election that was boycotted by his main opposition rival. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zi9EIi

10-year-old leads police on 100 mph car chase

A 10-year-old boy leads Ohio State Highway Patrol on an hour-long car chase, reaching nearly 100 miles per hour at one point. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yZPmk4

What the Manafort indictment proves about Trump (and what it doesn't)

On Monday morning former Trump presidential campaign chairman Paul Manafort was indicted on charges of money laundering and filing false foreign lobbying reports, among other counts. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gVM0K8

Suspect admits dismembering journalist but denies murder

A Danish inventor has admitted to dismembering the body of Swedish journalist Kim Wall on his privately build submarine but continues to deny killing her, Danish police said. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2xAOXTD

Golf hero on Catalonia crisis: 'It's a touchy subject'

Spanish golfer Sergio Garcia knows all about the complexity of Spain's regions. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2igaomf

China to ban 'bloody, violent' video game?

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Lewis Hamilton 'comes of age' to join F1 greats

When Lewis Hamilton was growing up he always dreamed of emulating his hero Ayrton Senna -- on Sunday, he surpassed the great Brazilian. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2lshqJN

Switch powers Nintendo to $1B profit

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Switch powers Nintendo to $1B profit

Drugmaker set to profit from unsafe opioid

It's not uncommon for drug companies to try to keep generic versions of their best-selling drugs off the market. But this is a story about a drug company that went to extraordinary lengths to do so, calling into question the safety of a drug it had sold for years. When its plan didn't work, the company made an unusual decision.

Butter-loving France facing a shortage

It's being called a "croissant crisis," and French chefs and home cooks are not taking France's butter shortage lightly. CNN's Jim Bittermann reports.

Myths about baby sleep and SIDS, debunked by an expert

We need more training to get a driver's license than to become a parent, in our culture. Even though we would benefit from parental education, some of us have never even held a newborn before having one of our own. And we often rely on advice from friends and family, much of it outdated or just plain wrong.

Butter-loving France facing a shortage

It's being called a "croissant crisis," and French chefs and home cooks are not taking France's butter shortage lightly. CNN's Jim Bittermann reports. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2idQW9Z

Drugmaker set to profit from opioid it said was unsafe

It's not uncommon for drug companies to try to keep generic versions of their best-selling drugs off the market. But this is a story about a drug company that went to extraordinary lengths to do so, calling into question the safety of a drug it had sold for years. When its plan didn't work, the company made an unusual decision. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2ziuHKL

Myths about baby sleep and SIDS, debunked by an expert

We need more training to get a driver's license than to become a parent, in our culture. Even though we would benefit from parental education, some of us have never even held a newborn before having one of our own. And we often rely on advice from friends and family, much of it outdated or just plain wrong. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zR4Jur

US warns of North Korean 'provocations' as it sends bombers, carriers to region

After months of rising tensions on the Korean Peninsula, Pyongyang seems to have gone quiet.

US warns of North Korean 'provocations' as it sends bombers, carriers to region

After months of rising tensions on the Korean Peninsula, Pyongyang seems to have gone quiet. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2hm0jVh

Kevin Spacey apologizes after accusation of sexual misconduct

Actor Anthony Rapp has accused Kevin Spacey of making a sexual advance at him when Rapp was 14, Buzzfeed reported Sunday.

Actor Kevin Spacey apologizes after accusation of sexual misconduct

Actor Anthony Rapp has accused Kevin Spacey of making a sexual advance at him when Rapp was 14, Buzzfeed reported Sunday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2xxpkTF

Sailors speak out after 5 months lost at sea

CNN's Ivan Watson speaks to the two sailors who survived against all odds, after being lost at sea for five months.

Study links acetaminophen in pregnancy to ADHD, but experts question results

Long-term use of acetaminophen during pregnancy was associated with twice the risk of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in children, according to a study published Monday in the journal Pediatrics. However, two experts believe that the data do not support these findings.

What 'ruin porn' tells us about ruins -- and porn

Ah, porn. Few words come with as many pre-loaded connotations and assumptions -- the promise of titillation, the thrill of taboo, the inherent air of seediness. Think poverty porn. Think food porn. Think good-old fashioned porn-porn. So what are we to make of "ruin porn", the work of photographers and artists who aim to communicate the romantic frisson -- as they see it -- of run-down buildings?

Sailors speak out after 5 months lost at sea

CNN's Ivan Watson speaks to the two sailors who survived against all odds, after being lost at sea for five months. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yUL0Nv

What 'ruin porn' tells us about ruins -- and porn

Ah, porn. Few words come with as many pre-loaded connotations and assumptions -- the promise of titillation, the thrill of taboo, the inherent air of seediness. Think poverty porn. Think food porn. Think good-old fashioned porn-porn. So what are we to make of "ruin porn", the work of photographers and artists who aim to communicate the romantic frisson -- as they see it -- of run-down buildings? from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gLP4EX

Saudi Arabia to let women into 3 sports stadiums

Saudi Arabia is starting to ease restrictions on women spectators in sports stadiums.

Why high-end jewelers are investing in rough diamonds

High jewelry houses are traditionally at the tail end of the diamond supply chain. Once they're extracted, rough stones are typically acquired by specialist diamond cutters and polishers, who analyze each stone -- sometimes for up to a year -- to determine the ideal cut in which to shape them. Only after this process are the polished gems usually presented to high jewelry houses, who set them into glittering creations.

Southeast Asia's new nightlife hotspot

When Gabriel García Márquez visited Hanoi to see how the capital of Vietnam was fairing after the decades-long Vietnam War, he discovered a city that sank into a provincial peace around 6 p.m. every evening.

Saudi Arabia to let women into 3 sports stadiums

Saudi Arabia is starting to ease restrictions on women spectators in sports stadiums. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zWM8xD

Why high-end jewelers are investing in rough diamonds

High jewelry houses are traditionally at the tail end of the diamond supply chain. Once they're extracted, rough stones are typically acquired by specialist diamond cutters and polishers, who analyze each stone -- sometimes for up to a year -- to determine the ideal cut in which to shape them. Only after this process are the polished gems usually presented to high jewelry houses, who set them into glittering creations. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2i6aqRC

Hanoi after dark: 7 unconventional nightlife experiences

When Gabriel García Márquez visited Hanoi to see how the capital of Vietnam was fairing after the decades-long Vietnam War, he discovered a city that sank into a provincial peace around 6 p.m. every evening. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zisYFz

Mueller's targets should be 'concerned,' Trump ally says

Navy investigating if Green Beret died at hands of SEAL Team 6 members

The Navy is investigating whether two members of the Navy's elite SEAL Team Six killed an Army Green Beret in Mali in June, a US official told CNN Sunday.

Puerto Rican rainforest obliterated

CNN's Martin Savidge takes viewers for a first hand-look at the devastation which left Puerto Rico's El Yunque National Forest in ruins.

The Japanese boxer turned award-winning architect

Light bursts into the dark room through a horizontal slit and an intersecting vertical line.

Summiting mountains without sight

Scaling the world's tallest mountains is a feat in and of its own—doing it while blind is extraordinary. Erik Weihenmayer is the first blind rock climber to summit the tallest peak in every continent, Mount Everest included. At a young age, Weihenmayer was diagnosed with retinoschisis, a rare eye disease that left him sightless by age 13. But he didn't let that hold him back from seeking out adventure, proving that what others may see as a hinderance can oftentimes be your greatest asset. Now, he's using his incredible spirit to inspire others to live a life with no barriers.

Mueller's targets should be 'concerned,' Trump ally says

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Navy investigating if Green Beret died at hands of SEAL Team 6 members

The Navy is investigating whether two members of the Navy's elite SEAL Team Six killed an Army Green Beret in Mali in June, a US official told CNN Sunday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gNws7N

Puerto Rican rainforest obliterated

CNN's Martin Savidge takes viewers for a first hand-look at the devastation which left Puerto Rico's El Yunque National Forest in ruins. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2hlW2Ba

Summiting mountains without sight

Scaling the world's tallest mountains is a feat in and of its own—doing it while blind is extraordinary. Erik Weihenmayer is the first blind rock climber to summit the tallest peak in every continent, Mount Everest included. At a young age, Weihenmayer was diagnosed with retinoschisis, a rare eye disease that left him sightless by age 13. But he didn't let that hold him back from seeking out adventure, proving that what others may see as a hinderance can oftentimes be your greatest asset. Now, he's using his incredible spirit to inspire others to live a life with no barriers. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zZMHXN

Jared Kushner traveled unannounced to Saudi Arabia

Jared Kushner and other senior White House advisers traveled to Saudi Arabia last week to continue discussions on Middle East peace, a White House official told CNN.

Jared Kushner traveled unannounced to Saudi Arabia

Jared Kushner and other senior White House advisers traveled to Saudi Arabia last week to continue discussions on Middle East peace, a White House official told CNN. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2idNa09

Lewis Hamilton crowned F1 world champ for fourth time

Lewis Hamilton has been crowned the 2017 Formula One world champion -- his fourth title -- despite finishing ninth in what proved to be an intriguing Mexico Grand Prix.

UK minister investigated after sex toy allegations

British Prime Minister Theresa May has ordered an investigation into an international trade minister, Mark Garnier, who reportedly admitted to asking his personal assistant to buy sex toys and used a sexual slur against her.

Is this our first visitor from another solar system?

Astronomers around the world are trying to track down a small, fast-moving object that is zipping through our solar system.

Lewis Hamilton crowned F1 world champ for fourth time

Lewis Hamilton has been crowned the 2017 Formula One world champion -- his fourth title -- despite finishing ninth in what proved to be an intriguing Mexico Grand Prix. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2z2xuH6

Is this our first visitor from another solar system?

Astronomers around the world are trying to track down a small, fast-moving object that is zipping through our solar system. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2iDrsXr

UK minister investigated after sex toy allegations

British Prime Minister Theresa May has ordered an investigation into an international trade minister, Mark Garnier, who reportedly admitted to asking his personal assistant to buy sex toys and used a sexual slur against her. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zY2E0o

Mueller charges would shift the script for Trump

As early as Monday, special counsel Robert Mueller, brought in to investigate possible collusion between the Trump campaign and Russia, could have someone in custody. This follows CNN's Friday night story, citing sources briefed on the matter, which revealed that a federal grand jury has approved the first charges in the investigation.

Ex-US attorney on what to expect next in Mueller probe

Preet Bharara, the former US attorney for the Southern District of New York who President Donald Trump fired just three months into his presidency, shares what could possibly happen if someone is taken into custody under special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation.

USB stick found on street had airport security details on it

Heathrow Airport officials have launched an internal investigation into how a USB memory stick containing the airport's security information was allegedly found on a London street by a member of the public, a spokesperson for the airport told CNN on Sunday.

Tokyo Motor Show's coolest concept is from a little-known brand

The only lab in the world solving crimes against animals

The United States Fish and Wildlife Service Forensics Laboratory is the only lab in the world devoted entirely to investigating crimes against animals. Founded in 1988 by former crime scene investigator Ken Goddard, the lab could be mistaken for something out of a television show—except for the freezers full of animal corpses and flesh-eating beetles. Located in Ashland, Oregon, this state-of-the-art facility boasts a pathology department, an on-site forensic ornithologist and a genetics team to investigate illegal animal killings, smuggling and other crimes. With such a coveted team of experts and scientists, this unique lab is helping the entire world crack down on serious crimes against animals.

Meet the 71-year-old erasing neo-Nazi imagery all over Germany

For the past three decades, Irmela Mensah-Schramm has made it her mission to eradicate hate in the world. Armed with a spray can, a scraper and a bottle of nail polish remover, the 71-year-old activist takes to the streets of Berlin to remove and cover up Nazi imagery and racist graffiti. After visiting a concentration camp for the first time, Schramm was moved to do her part to build a better future. Today, she's removed over 77,500 neo-Nazi stickers all over Germany, and she has no intentions of stopping. Wherever there is hate in the world, Schramm will be there, can in hand

Ex-US attorney on what to expect next in Mueller probe

Preet Bharara, the former US attorney for the Southern District of New York who President Donald Trump fired just three months into his presidency, shares what could possibly happen if someone is taken into custody under special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2id4B18

Tokyo Motor Show's coolest concept is from a little-known brand

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The only lab in the world solving crimes against animals

The United States Fish and Wildlife Service Forensics Laboratory is the only lab in the world devoted entirely to investigating crimes against animals. Founded in 1988 by former crime scene investigator Ken Goddard, the lab could be mistaken for something out of a television show—except for the freezers full of animal corpses and flesh-eating beetles. Located in Ashland, Oregon, this state-of-the-art facility boasts a pathology department, an on-site forensic ornithologist and a genetics team to investigate illegal animal killings, smuggling and other crimes. With such a coveted team of experts and scientists, this unique lab is helping the entire world crack down on serious crimes against animals. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zgM2E8

Meet the 71-year-old erasing neo-Nazi imagery all over Germany

For the past three decades, Irmela Mensah-Schramm has made it her mission to eradicate hate in the world. Armed with a spray can, a scraper and a bottle of nail polish remover, the 71-year-old activist takes to the streets of Berlin to remove and cover up Nazi imagery and racist graffiti. After visiting a concentration camp for the first time, Schramm was moved to do her part to build a better future. Today, she's removed over 77,500 neo-Nazi stickers all over Germany, and she has no intentions of stopping. Wherever there is hate in the world, Schramm will be there, can in hand from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2hjUrMm

Mueller charges would shift the script for Trump

As early as Monday, special counsel Robert Mueller, brought in to investigate possible collusion between the Trump campaign and Russia, could have someone in custody. This follows CNN's Friday night story, citing sources briefed on the matter, which revealed that a federal grand jury has approved the first charges in the investigation. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2idPBzX

USB stick found on street had airport security details on it

Heathrow Airport officials have launched an internal investigation into how a USB memory stick containing the airport's security information was allegedly found on a London street by a member of the public, a spokesperson for the airport told CNN on Sunday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2iM8YEl

Iraqi Kurdish leader to step aside

Iraqi Kurdish leader Masoud Barzani will step aside as president of Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdish region as the political backlash to September's Kurdish independence referendum continues.

Wozniacki beats Williams for first time to win WTA Finals

Caroline Wozniacki exorcised a couple of demons in Singapore on Sunday to win the WTA Finals, the biggest title of her career.

Wozniacki beats Williams for first time to win WTA Finals

Caroline Wozniacki exorcised a couple of demons in Singapore on Sunday to win the WTA Finals, the biggest title of her career. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zYCAlF

Iraqi Kurdish leader to step aside

Iraqi Kurdish leader Masoud Barzani will step aside as president of Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdish region as the political backlash to September's Kurdish independence referendum continues. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2idJf3z

Christie: Mueller's targets should be concerned

The news that a federal grand jury has approved charges in special counsel Robert Mueller's Russia probe should concern those under investigation, New Jersey Republican Gov. Chris Christie said Sunday.

Kenya's poll results set to be released

The results of Kenya's presidential election rerun are expected to be released Sunday, capping off months of drama and sporadic violence surrounding voting that has highlighted the discord in the country.

Christie: Mueller's targets should be concerned

The news that a federal grand jury has approved charges in special counsel Robert Mueller's Russia probe should concern those under investigation, New Jersey Republican Gov. Chris Christie said Sunday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gTtHoT

Kenya's poll results set to be released

The results of Kenya's presidential election rerun are expected to be released Sunday, capping off months of drama and sporadic violence surrounding voting that has highlighted the discord in the country. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yUOvB9

Protesters rally against Catalan independence as autonomy stripped

Anti-independence protesters gathered in the Catalan capital of Barcelona on Sunday after Madrid took unprecedented measures to quash the region's bid to split from Spain.

Iran will keep building missiles, Rouhani says

Iran's missile program is not in breach of its nuclear deal and will continue despite objections from the United States, President Hassan Rouhani said Sunday.

A sisterhood forms to take down James Toback

It's a group none of them would have ever wanted to be a part of. But joining it gave them a measure of comfort and a new sense of purpose.

Protesters rally against Catalan independence as autonomy stripped

Anti-independence protesters gathered in the Catalan capital of Barcelona on Sunday after Madrid took unprecedented measures to quash the region's bid to split from Spain. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2lq3Ki9

Iran will keep building missiles, Rouhani says

Iran's missile program is not in breach of its nuclear deal and will continue despite objections from the United States, President Hassan Rouhani said Sunday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2xxcPr7

A sisterhood forms to take down James Toback

It's a group none of them would have ever wanted to be a part of. But joining it gave them a measure of comfort and a new sense of purpose. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zVmfOV

Fierce storm expected to hit New York on Sandy anniversary

Near hurricane-force wind gusts and heavy rain are set to batter the Northeast Sunday on the five-year anniversary of Superstorm Sandy.

Fierce storm expected to hit New York on Sandy anniversary

Near hurricane-force wind gusts and heavy rain are set to batter the Northeast Sunday on the five-year anniversary of Superstorm Sandy. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yV63gu

US sees advantage with newest stealth sub

Touted as the world's most technologically advanced fast attack submarine, the USS South Dakota is set to join the US Navy fleet amid a growing threat to American undersea dominance from several foreign rivals.

iPhone X screen repair: That'll be $275

iPhone X screen repair: That'll be $275

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US sees advantage with newest stealth sub

Touted as the world's most technologically advanced fast attack submarine, the USS South Dakota is set to join the US Navy fleet amid a growing threat to American undersea dominance from several foreign rivals. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zObKg5

Mattis: North Korean threat 'has grown markedly'

Secretary of Defense James Mattis said Friday ET that the increasing nuclear threat from North Korea has brought "a new urgency" to military and diplomatic collaboration with South Korea.

Powder keg on Manus Island as refugees won't leave

A confrontation is looming in Papua New Guinea (PNG) between local authorities and more than 700 men who are refusing to leave an Australian-run immigration processing center.

Bill Gates no longer world's richest person

Why white nationalists rallied in Tennessee

Several white nationalist groups held demonstrations on Saturday in Shelbyville and Murfreesboro, Tennessee, sparking a major police response and effectively shutting down parts of the two cities.

Mattis: North Korean threat 'has grown markedly'

Secretary of Defense James Mattis said Friday ET that the increasing nuclear threat from North Korea has brought "a new urgency" to military and diplomatic collaboration with South Korea. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gRKpVO

Powder keg on Manus Island as refugees won't leave

A confrontation is looming in Papua New Guinea (PNG) between local authorities and more than 700 men who are refusing to leave an Australian-run immigration processing center. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2icXlSE

Bill Gates no longer world's richest person

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Why white nationalists rallied in Tennessee

Several white nationalist groups held demonstrations on Saturday in Shelbyville and Murfreesboro, Tennessee, sparking a major police response and effectively shutting down parts of the two cities. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gM0UPF

Trump promises to release all JFK files

President Donald Trump said Friday night on Twitter that he would release all documents related to President John F. Kennedy's assassination, a pledge that comes despite national security agencies' last-minute requests to keep some of the records secret.

Trump promises to release all JFK files

President Donald Trump said Friday night on Twitter that he would release all documents related to President John F. Kennedy's assassination, a pledge that comes despite national security agencies' last-minute requests to keep some of the records secret. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2xwAmss

Under-17 World Cup: England crowned champions after thrilling win against Spain

English football is suddenly experiencing that feeling of waiting ages for a bus and then two come along at once.

Under-17 World Cup: England crowned champions after thrilling win against Spain

English football is suddenly experiencing that feeling of waiting ages for a bus and then two come along at once. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2z1juh3

Melania Trump does things her way

Mogadishu car bomb leaves at least 10 dead

At least 10 people were killed Saturday when a car bomb was set off outside a hotel near Somalia's presidential palace Saturday -- two weeks after the deadliest car bombings in the nation's modern history.

'Sonic attacks' denied by Cuban officials

The Cuban government apparently named for the first time some of the US diplomats who suffered health problems as a result of a series of mysterious incidents in Havana that US officials have described as attacks on their personnel.

Mogadishu car bomb leaves at least 10 dead

At least 10 people were killed Saturday when a car bomb was set off outside a hotel near Somalia's presidential palace Saturday -- two weeks after the deadliest car bombings in the nation's modern history. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zMhsy9

Melania Trump does things her way

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'Sonic attacks' denied by Cuban officials

The Cuban government apparently named for the first time some of the US diplomats who suffered health problems as a result of a series of mysterious incidents in Havana that US officials have described as attacks on their personnel. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2ze2HIf

US service member dies in chopper crash

One US service member was killed and six other US crew members were injured in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan's Logar province Friday evening, according to a statement from the NATO-led coalition in that country, Operation Resolute Support.

US service member dies in chopper crash

One US service member was killed and six other US crew members were injured in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan's Logar province Friday evening, according to a statement from the NATO-led coalition in that country, Operation Resolute Support. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2xvFq08

Tampa mayor on mystery killer: 'Bring me his head'

The mayor of Tampa has a message for police officers hunting down a mystery killer: "Bring me his head on a platter."

Tampa mayor on mystery killer: 'Bring me his head'

The mayor of Tampa has a message for police officers hunting down a mystery killer: "Bring me his head on a platter." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yU3YRG

Catalan police chief fired as Madrid imposes direct rule

The Spanish government has taken its first steps to impose direct rule on Catalonia, firing its police chief and nominating the deputy prime minister to take control of the region.

Conservative US news site says it hired firm that produced the Trump dossier

The Washington Free Beacon says it hired intelligence firm Fusion GPS during the 2016 Republican presidential primary.

Catalan police chief fired as Madrid imposes direct rule

The Spanish government has taken its first steps to impose direct rule on Catalonia, firing its police chief and nominating the deputy prime minister to take control of the region. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2iILzDp

Conservative US news site says it hired firm that produced the Trump dossier

The Washington Free Beacon says it hired intelligence firm Fusion GPS during the 2016 Republican presidential primary. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2iFJI28

Exclusive: First charges filed in Mueller investigation

A federal grand jury in Washington, DC, on Friday approved the first charges in the investigation led by special counsel Robert Mueller, according to sources briefed on the matter.

Exclusive: First charges filed in Mueller investigation

A federal grand jury in Washington, DC, on Friday approved the first charges in the investigation led by special counsel Robert Mueller, according to sources briefed on the matter. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2xtwpEE

An incredibly confusing week in politics is good for Trump

The news this week -- as is typical under President Donald Trump -- came fast and furious. It was also an extremely confusing week in politics.

An incredibly confusing week in politics is good for Trump

The news this week -- as is typical under President Donald Trump -- came fast and furious. It was also an extremely confusing week in politics. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zc7xpB

Trump wanted FBI informant's gag order lifted

In response to reporting that President Donald Trump personally pressed for an informant's gag order to be lifted, White House adviser Kellyanne Conway said Friday that he wanted the informant to be free to speak out.

Trump wanted FBI informant's gag order lifted

In response to reporting that President Donald Trump personally pressed for an informant's gag order to be lifted, White House adviser Kellyanne Conway said Friday that he wanted the informant to be free to speak out. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2llprA6

How Catalonia's independence crisis unfolded

Catalonia's independence referendum sparked a police crackdown and continuing mass protests. CNN looks at how it is unfolding.

US economy: Strong growth despite storms

Only 1 in 3 voters turn up for Kenya poll

Only a third of registered voters cast a ballot in Kenya's presidential election rerun on Thursday, according to the country's independent election commission chairman.

Weinstein accuser's first public appearance

One of Harvey Weinstein's most high-profile accusers is scheduled to make her first public appearance since charges of sexual harassment against the mogul came to light three weeks ago.

Vonn's goal: Race against men

Lindsey Vonn has won it all, but America's most decorated skier is determined to end her career having fulfilled her ambition of racing against men -- even though the former Olympic champion admits she would only be "averagely competitive."

How Catalonia's independence crisis unfolded

Catalonia's independence referendum sparked a police crackdown and continuing mass protests. CNN looks at how it is unfolding. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2xhtxty

US economy: Strong growth despite storms

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Only 1 in 3 voters turn up for Kenya poll

Only a third of registered voters cast a ballot in Kenya's presidential election rerun on Thursday, according to the country's independent election commission chairman. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2iExffg

Weinstein accuser's first public appearance

One of Harvey Weinstein's most high-profile accusers is scheduled to make her first public appearance since charges of sexual harassment against the mogul came to light three weeks ago. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yaML9w

Vonn's goal: Race against men

Lindsey Vonn has won it all, but America's most decorated skier is determined to end her career having fulfilled her ambition of racing against men -- even though the former Olympic champion admits she would only be "averagely competitive." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yPE18E

Israeli wins gold in UAE; officials refuse to play anthem

Regular pot smokers have more sex - study

Dr. Michael Eisenberg, an assistant professor of urology, sees a lot of patients at the Stanford University Medical Center who have problems performing in the bedroom.

Israeli wins gold in UAE; officials refuse to play anthem

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Regular pot smokers have more sex - study

Dr. Michael Eisenberg, an assistant professor of urology, sees a lot of patients at the Stanford University Medical Center who have problems performing in the bedroom. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gGakfg

UK Neo-Nazis arrested in 'plot to kill MP'

British police have charged members of banned Neo-Nazi group National Action over a plot to kill a British lawmaker. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zSF31d

'We'll see!' Art of the Trumpian non-answer

Just two weeks into Donald Trump's new presidency, he announced he was going to "look at" the unfounded claim that 3 million people voted illegally in the 2016 election. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2iCGOvj

Two women and their dogs lost at sea for months

Two women who had been adrift in the Pacific Ocean for nearly five months after their sailboat got damaged have been rescued, according to the US Navy. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2xrcXIH

Hamilton 'on track to be greatest F1 driver'

After the razzmatazz at Austin, Formula One moves onto to Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez circuit this weekend for arguably its biggest party of the year. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yVpgQZ

To many outside America, Trump seems not to be a strong leader in control

There is a new world order -- and hasn't it arrived fast? from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yVqH1Y

I'm writing this to ensure other young women won't stay silent like me

The first 10 years of my professional career were spent at CNN. Beginning as a production assistant, I worked my way up to senior producer for "Larry King Live." I had the most amazing opportunities to work incredible news stories, and even met my husband at CNN. I loved everything about TV news -- the excitement, the ability to be part of breaking a story, the adrenaline, and the camaraderie of the entire news team. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zab6fT

Outnumbered, outgunned: Soldier describes ambush on US soldiers in Niger

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JFK file release spotlights competing theories

President John F. Kennedy's death gave birth to decades of competing theories -- and a mountain of government paperwork. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zOEjdj

Catalonia crisis: Spain on verge of seizing control

The Spanish Senate was due to vote on the Madrid government's unprecedented plans to seize control of the autonomous region of Catalonia on Friday, as the crisis over the province's bid for independence comes to a head. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2lkOIKI

NYC 'could see 500-year floods each 5 years'

In the coming years, New York City might look less like a concrete jungle and more like a concrete swamp. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yVzD7t

Sugar and cancer: Is there a link?

Does sugar, which makes all things delicious, lead to cancer? from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gGDYB5

Two women and their dogs lost at sea for months

Two women who had been adrift in the Pacific Ocean for nearly five months after the engine on their sailboat stopped working have been rescued by the US Navy. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gHMtvN

Puerto Rico residents flee to Florida after Hurricane Maria

Tens of thousands of Puerto Rico residents are fleeing to Florida after Hurricane Maria, leaving behind an island that is still struggling to regain power more than one month after the storm. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yUwapH

Tiger Woods set to admit reckless driving

Tiger Woods is expected to plead guilty to reckless driving Friday afternoon in Palm Beach Gardens. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yV0Uqw

Total Recall: The CNN news quiz

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Will Tillerson's tough talk on Pakistan work?

US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson had strong words for Pakistan this week, calling on Islamabad to tackle terror havens within its borders on his maiden tour of South Asia as the US' top diplomat. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zKgaUi

Hedge fund attack hits $20B merger

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The week in 28 photos

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Ambushed US soldiers in Niger separated during firefight

The vehicles carrying the 12-member Green Beret-led team that was ambushed in Niger by ISIS militants earlier this month became separated during the firefight, US officials and a Nigerien soldier present told CNN Thursday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2lohuu7

China will become largest air travel market

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Paul Newman's old Rolex sells for record $17.8 million

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Australia Deputy PM loses seat over citizenship row

New Zealand may have just taken down its neighboring government. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zSkDFq

Japan's lonely vending machines

Vending machines are a mainstay of Japanese culture. There are over 5.5 million in the country -- one for every 23 people, the highest ratio in the world. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2iD3qvy

Trump wanted gag order lifted on FBI informant

President Donald Trump made it clear he wanted the gag order lifted on an undercover informant who played a critical role in an FBI investigation into Russian efforts to gain influence in the uranium industry in the United States during the Obama administration, according to two sources familiar with the President's actions. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2hddKXv

Killed US soldiers in Niger were collecting intel on terror leader

The US Army team that was ambushed in Niger was gathering intelligence on a terrorist leader operating in the area before it was attacked, three military officials have told CNN. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2ixre47

US Defense Secretary visits Korean DMZ

US Defense Secretary James Mattis has arrived at the demilitarized zone (DMZ) between North and South Korea, on the first day of his visit to South Korea. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gGbpnv

McDonald's new name in China

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Why warehouse conversions are sweeping the globe

In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the Industrial Revolution saw countless industries depart from the handmade era as machine-based manufacturing processes swept the globe. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yOPOBl

Warren: 'More questions than answers' on Niger attack

Sen. Elizabeth Warren says there are "more questions than answers" about what led to four US soldiers being killed in the October 4 Niger ambush, and she's arguing for Congress to have a bigger role in determining how US troops operate in countries like Niger where they don't have an active combat mission. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zSNny0

Sichuanese: China's most thrilling regional cuisine

Sichuanese is China's most thrilling regional cuisine. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2lkfing

Ancient skull may have belonged to tsunami victim

An ancient skull dating back more than 6,000 years may have belonged to the earliest known human victim of a tsunami, scientists say. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2iALuSj

What two current heroin addicts want you to know

We hear about those who've kicked addictions, inspiring hope. We shake our heads in sadness and despair when we learn about those who've lost the battle and instead found early graves. Our hearts ache when surviving family members and friends share their pain in hopes of saving others. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2hbK0Ky

Johnita Due: A court ruling could silence alleged victims of sexual misconduct

The movement empowering women to speak up publicly about sexual misconduct against them has been spreading like wildfire across the media and entertainment industries -- and beyond. We've seen the effects this week with public accusations of sexual harassment being made against a Hollywood director, a celebrity chef, a political journalist and even a former president. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yTNICu

The JFK assassination files: Live updates

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UN: Syria responsible for sarin attack that killed scores

The sarin attack earlier this year on the rebel-held town of Khan Sheikhoun that killed more than 80 people was the work of the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, a joint report from the United Nations and international chemical weapons inspectors finds. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yWkqTT

Trump to withhold some JFK records

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US Sen Rubio: I would've used dossier

Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) denies having helped fund the research into the now-infamous dossier of allegations about Donald Trump and Russia during the 2016 election. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2iB0VtP

Air Force says $22M jet crash caused by assembly error

Investigators have concluded that a $22 million US Air Force F-16 fighter jet crashed near Joint Base Andrews, Maryland earlier this year because its engine was improperly assembled and was missing key parts, the service announced Thursday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gGm0Pe

Has the Trump factor boosted Pyongyang's textile trade?

Step inside North Korea's largest textile factory and it's not long before you're confronted with a banner emblazoned with the slogan "Kill and tear apart the lunatic Trump." from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2z9vOwB

A messy Middle East keeps Tillerson busy

Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's to-do list for the Middle East is not getting any shorter. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gHm812

Thailand's royal cremation ceremony caps year of mourning

A sea of black-clad mourners in Bangkok said a final goodbye to their beloved monarch during a funeral that climaxed with the late king's son and successor lighting a pyre built to resemble the sacred center of the Hindu universe.

Thailand's royal cremation ceremony caps year of mourning

A sea of black-clad mourners in Bangkok said a final goodbye to their beloved monarch during a funeral that climaxed with the late king's son and successor lighting a pyre built to resemble the sacred center of the Hindu universe. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zHUpVk

Trump declares opioid health emergency -- but what does it mean?

President Donald Trump will declare a nationwide health emergency to combat the opioid crisis at an event in the White House on Thursday, rather than issuing a national disaster declaration. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2z8OhcG

England rugby team calls up two apprentices to 'make the tea'

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Ashley Judd: Aftermath of speaking out against Weinstein has been 'moving'

An emotional Ashley Judd made her first TV appearance on "Good Morning America" since coming forward with allegations of misconduct against movie mogul Harvey Weinstein and kickstarting a nationwide discussion about sexual harassment against women. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2lkQ602

Golf star looking forward 'fun day' playing with Trump

Japanese golf star Hideki Matsuyama is looking forward to a "fun day" when he takes to the course with US president Donald Trump. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yOgQsC

Man who viciously beat ex-wife spared jail because her infidelity 'dishonored' him

There's outrage in Portugal after an appeals court there ruled that a man shouldn't have to serve jail time in the savage beating of his ex-wife, because her infidelity brought "dishonor" to him. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2y8ztua

Hillary Clinton unaware of dossier before it was published

Hillary Clinton was unaware of the now-infamous dossier of allegations about Donald Trump and Russia prior to Buzzfeed's publishing of the document earlier this year, a source familiar with the matter has told CNN. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2haYFGf

Disney Channel debuts LGBT storyline

Disney Channel's "Andi Mack" will feature its first LGBT storyline by having one of the main character, 13-year-old Cyrus Goodman, discover his sexuality in season two. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2y772gf

Twitter admits overstating user numbers for years

For years, Twitter has struggled to impress Wall Street investors with its lackluster user numbers. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2iCY2Zn

Big storm could hit New York

Sunday marks the five-year anniversary of when Superstorm Sandy hit New Jersey and New York. This Sunday night into Monday morning, some forecast models show, another big storm will lash the Northeast. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gE9jEJ

Man uses party balloons to float 15 miles

A man sitting in a camping chair used about 80 helium balloons to fly 15 miles over South Africa. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2xmoEAg

US sought to arm drones in Niger prior to attack

The United States military had been seeking the authority to arm its drones in Niger before the recent ambush of US forces there, three defense officials tell CNN. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2lh39PU

The list of men accused of harassment after Weinstein scandal

It's been 21 days since the sexual assault allegations against media mogul Harvey Weinstein exploded into public view. Since then there have been new allegations made against other powerful men in various industries seemingly almost every day. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2i5fTnS

What tensions? South Korea's economy soars

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The ski resort with a James Bond museum

Skiing's World Cup racing circuit kicks off in the Austrian resort of Soelden this weekend, and there is more to this Tyrol treasure than timing gates and skin-tight lycra. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gGdb8e

A Halloween visit to the world's biggest and oldest costume house

For the past 177 years, there's been one go-to London destination for costumes, whether it be a Halloween party or a Hollywood blockbuster. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zEJ74g

Fireworks factory blast: At least 26 killed

At least 26 people have been killed and 30 injured in a fireworks factory explosion Thursday near the Indonesian capital, Jakarta. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2lhBeiZ

Unrest, clashes clash on election day

Kenyan police fired tear gas at opposition protesters in Kisumu during the nations presidential election. CNN's Farai Sevenzo reports. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gKQL9t

Iraq's Abadi rejects Kurdish call to 'freeze' independence referendum

Iraq's Prime Minister demanded Thursday that Kurdish leaders cancel the results of its independence referendum, rejecting a proposal from Erbil to "freeze" the outcome instead and begin talks over the future of the region. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yUdp5E

Can a plant fix the opioid crisis?

Multiple surgeries couldn't help Lisa Vinson with the chronic abdominal pain stemming from endometriosis, a condition in which tissue begins to grow outside the uterus. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2z7KgoR

Five women accuse journalist Mark Halperin of sexual harassment

JFK files: Trump teases release as deadline arrives

More than 50 years after President John F. Kennedy was killed, Americans on Thursday may finally get the US government's full accounting of his assassination.

Kenyans once again vote for President

Kenyans voted for a new president Thursday for the second time in three months, despite the main opposition candidate's call for a boycott of the latest race.

US launches 'most advanced' stealth sub

Touted as the world's most technologically advanced fast attack submarine, the USS South Dakota is set to join the US Navy fleet amid a growing threat to American undersea dominance from several foreign rivals.

Official: Niger villagers likely tipped off ISIS

A US defense official tells CNN's Jim Sciutto that local villagers in Niger likely tipped off ISIS militants in an ambush that killed four US soldiers.

Trump-linked firm asked WikiLeaks about Clinton emails

The head of a data analytics company linked to the Trump campaign contacted WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange in 2016 regarding thousands of Hillary Clinton's emails kept on a private server while she was secretary of state, according to four sources familiar with the outreach.

A child's life cut short amid Venezuela's deepening crisis

Deivis Perez didn't say how much pain he was in. His tears and splitting skin spelled it out.

US envoy evacuated from South Sudan refugee camp

US ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley was forced out an area in the South Sudan amid rowdy protests. CNN's Elise Labott reports.

Runner sacrifices race to carry teammate

A high school cross country runner carried a teammate with a broken leg across the finish line despite knowing that he would be disqualified for making contact with another racer.

US envoy evacuated from South Sudan refugee camp

US ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley was forced out an area in the South Sudan amid rowdy protests. CNN's Elise Labott reports. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zQ0S1a

Official: Niger villagers likely tipped off ISIS

A US defense official tells CNN's Jim Sciutto that local villagers in Niger likely tipped off ISIS militants in an ambush that killed four US soldiers. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2hai8qz

Runner sacrifices race to carry teammate

A high school cross country runner carried a teammate with a broken leg across the finish line despite knowing that he would be disqualified for making contact with another racer. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gIG86P

A child's life cut short amid Venezuela's deepening crisis

Deivis Perez didn't say how much pain he was in. His tears and splitting skin spelled it out. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2z4lEgs

Trump campaign analytics company asked WikiLeaks about Clinton emails

The head of a data analytics company linked to the Trump campaign contacted WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange in 2016 regarding thousands of Hillary Clinton's emails kept on a private server while she was secretary of state, according to four sources familiar with the outreach. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2y5rcan

The 32-year-old trying to revamp Saudi Arabia

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has vowed to destroy extremist ideologies and return to a more moderate Islam. CNN looks at the man trying to transform the Kingdom.

Trump: 'The fake dossier was made up'

Donald Trump answers questions about Hillary Clinton and the DNC helping fund the Russia dossier research.

Unexpected fossil find rewrites history of humanity

When researchers published findings of the earliest Homo sapiens fossils ever discovered in June this year, the scientific community was abuzz.

US Amb. under investigation for comments in Samoa

US Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa Scott Brown says cultural differences prompted an investigation into comments he made that caused "offense" at an event in Samoa -- and that politics might have played a part as well.

'Outraged' US lawmakers want action on Myanmar

Bipartisan anger about the ongoing violence in Myanmar prompted Trump administration officials Tuesday to defend their approach to the country, where more than 600,000 people have fled persecution.

Woman gets an entire plane to herself for $60

Karon Grieve got an entire plane to herself during a flight to Greece on Jet2, and it cost her just $60.

'Outraged' US lawmakers want action on Myanmar

Bipartisan anger about the ongoing violence in Myanmar prompted Trump administration officials Tuesday to defend their approach to the country, where more than 600,000 people have fled persecution. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zBejkP

Trump: 'The fake dossier was made up'

Donald Trump answers questions about Hillary Clinton and the DNC helping fund the Russia dossier research. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yJtpYT

The 32-year-old trying to revamp Saudi Arabia

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has vowed to destroy extremist ideologies and return to a more moderate Islam. CNN looks at the man trying to transform the Kingdom. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zDUj19

Unexpected fossil find rewrites history of humanity

When researchers published findings of the earliest Homo sapiens fossils ever discovered in June this year, the scientific community was abuzz. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zDXZ2C

Woman gets an entire plane to herself for $60

Karon Grieve got an entire plane to herself during a flight to Greece on Jet2, and it cost her just $60. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2i4ceXE

US Amb. under investigation for comments in Samoa

US Ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa Scott Brown says cultural differences prompted an investigation into comments he made that caused "offense" at an event in Samoa -- and that politics might have played a part as well. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yOa3kc

Ex-US intel chief warns of North Korea's boiling point

In an interview with CNN's Anderson Cooper, Former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper said he worries about a possible world war and President Trump pushing Kim Jong Un to his boiling point.

Bush responds to sexual assault accusation

Former president George H.W. Bush has responded after an actress alleged that he touched her inappropriately while he was sitting in his wheelchair during a photo op that took place a few years ago.

Trump: I knew soldier's name -- it was on 'a chart' in front of me

President Donald Trump defended Wednesday his conversation with the a fallen soldier's widow who said Trump didn't remember her husband's name.

How real is the Saudi crown prince's modernization push?

Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia's young crown prince, has made headlines across the world after promising the kingdom will return to a "moderate" form of Islam. He also guaranteed a brighter future for his people, as he promoted modernization plans to wean the country off oil, attract foreign investment and diversify the economy.

Trump: I knew soldier's name -- it was on 'a chart' in front of me

President Donald Trump defended Wednesday his conversation with the a fallen soldier's widow who said Trump didn't remember her husband's name. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2xoRd09

How real is the Saudi crown prince's modernization push?

Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia's young crown prince, has made headlines across the world after promising the kingdom will return to a "moderate" form of Islam. He also guaranteed a brighter future for his people, as he promoted modernization plans to wean the country off oil, attract foreign investment and diversify the economy. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2ldHjwC

Bush responds to sexual assault accusation

Former president George H.W. Bush has responded after an actress alleged that he touched her inappropriately while he was sitting in his wheelchair during a photo op that took place a few years ago. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gIBGVX

North Korean official: Take hydrogen bomb threat 'literally'

A senior North Korean official has issued a stern warning to the world that it should take "literally" his country's threat to test its to test a nuclear weapon above ground.

How will a strengthened Xi deal with Trump?

The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) concluded its 19th National Congress this week, where it amended its constitution, set policy priorities, and selected new members to serve in its highest leadership bodies -- handing Chinese President Xi Jinping political power not seen since Mao Zedong was in charge of the country.

Everything that's gone wrong so far in Kenya's election

Kenyans will get the chance to pick a new president Thursday -- for the second time in three months -- after the result of the first ballot was controversially overturned amid allegations of vote-rigging.

Everything that's gone wrong so far in Kenya's election

Kenyans will get the chance to pick a new president Thursday -- for the second time in three months -- after the result of the first ballot was controversially overturned amid allegations of vote-rigging. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2iyYQhS

North Korean official: Take hydrogen bomb threat 'literally'

A senior North Korean official has issued a stern warning to the world that it should take "literally" his country's threat to test its to test a nuclear weapon above ground. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gHVmct

Russian troll sites kept online by American companies

Russian troll sites kept online by American companies from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2y6cBXl

Kardashians renew multimillion dollar TV contract until 2020

The Kardashian-Jenner family is staying in the world of reality TV, at least for the next three years. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zELXGe

Amazon will let delivery people inside your house

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US Senator: More Republicans will be speaking out

Sen. Jeff Flake (R-AZ) responds to President Donald Trump's morning tweet which called out his speech one day ago on the Senate floor.

CNN anchor: With my husband deployed, the news hits home

It's Saturday afternoon and I'm mid-movie on the couch when suddenly I'm sucked into a Twitter wormhole.

Fats Domino, titan of early rock 'n' roll, dead at 89

Antoine "Fats" Domino, a titan of early rock 'n' roll whose piano-based hits -- such as "Ain't That a Shame," "Blueberry Hill" and "Blue Monday" -- influenced artists including Paul McCartney and Randy Newman, died Tuesday, according to Mark Bone, chief investigator with the Jefferson Parish Medical Examiner's office in Louisiana. Bone says Domino passed away due to natural causes. He was 89.

Water-borne infections push Puerto Rico death toll higher

More than a month since Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico, the death toll from the storm has risen to 51, according to Puerto Rico's Department of Public Safety

Kenya election set to go ahead after Supreme Court no-show

Kenya's controversial presidential election appears set to go ahead as planned on Thursday after the Supreme Court proved unable to rule on a challenge because not enough justices showed up for a session on Wednesday.

Russian troll sites kept online by American companies

Russian troll sites kept online by American companies

Eminem wins lawsuit against New Zealand political party

You better lose yourself the moment you try to copy an Eminem song.

NYT, BBC and others barred from China's big moment

Kardashians renew multimillion dollar TV contract until 2020

The Kardashian-Jenner family is staying in the world of reality TV, at least for the next three years.

Amazon will let delivery people inside your house

US Senator: More Republicans will be speaking out

Sen. Jeff Flake (R-AZ) responds to President Donald Trump's morning tweet which called out his speech one day ago on the Senate floor. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zDas6R

CNN anchor: With my husband deployed, the news hits home

It's Saturday afternoon and I'm mid-movie on the couch when suddenly I'm sucked into a Twitter wormhole. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2ldZK4h

Fats Domino, titan of early rock 'n' roll, dead at 89

Antoine "Fats" Domino, a titan of early rock 'n' roll whose piano-based hits -- such as "Ain't That a Shame," "Blueberry Hill" and "Blue Monday" -- influenced artists including Paul McCartney and Randy Newman, died Tuesday, according to Mark Bone, chief investigator with the Jefferson Parish Medical Examiner's office in Louisiana. Bone says Domino passed away due to natural causes. He was 89. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zOef1T

Water-borne infections push Puerto Rico death toll higher

More than a month since Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico, the death toll from the storm has risen to 51, according to Puerto Rico's Department of Public Safety from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yQuUUz

Eminem wins lawsuit against New Zealand political party

You better lose yourself the moment you try to copy an Eminem song. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2z7NhW9

Black passengers warned about flying American Airlines

The NAACP has warned African-American travelers to be careful when flying with American Airlines.

Players to wear Anne Frank image after fans' anti-Semitic slogans

It was an incident which led to widespread condemnation.

Source: Clinton campaign, DNC helped fund dossier research

Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign and the Democratic National Committee helped fund research that led to the now-infamous dossier of allegations about President Donald Trump and Russia, a source familiar with the matter told CNN.

Las Vegas shooting victims struggle to afford mounting medical costs

Las Vegas shooting victims struggle to afford mounting medical costs

Players to wear Anne Frank image after fans' anti-Semitic slogans

It was an incident which led to widespread condemnation. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yNwZjV

Bank customer takes down a robbery suspect

Robert Sakosky bravely intervened when a suspected armed robber attempted to steal from a bank in Pennsylvania, according to Scott Township Police. The incident was captured on surveillance camera.

Dodgers win Game 1 of World Series

Two of baseball's best pitchers made very few mistakes in the opening game of the World Series, as the Los Angeles Dodgers edged the Houston Astros 3-1 in Los Angeles.

Opioid addiction and the most controversial bathroom in New York

Of all the provocative strategies to reduce harm from opioid addiction, the one that I am about to describe is near the top.

How the Queen made $8M from horse racing

Queen Elizabeth II has won over £6.7 million ($8.8m) from horse racing prize money in the past three decades, new figures from the British Horse Racing Authority show.

Black passengers warned about flying American Airlines

The NAACP has warned African-American travelers to be careful when flying with American Airlines. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2y5mN2p

Bank customer takes down a robbery suspect

Robert Sakosky bravely intervened when a suspected armed robber attempted to steal from a bank in Pennsylvania, according to Scott Township Police. The incident was captured on surveillance camera. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2z4aYOR

Dodgers win Game 1 of World Series

Two of baseball's best pitchers made very few mistakes in the opening game of the World Series, as the Los Angeles Dodgers edged the Houston Astros 3-1 in Los Angeles. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2ldvGpE

Las Vegas shooting victims struggle to afford mounting medical costs

Las Vegas shooting victims struggle to afford mounting medical costs from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gHdSBx

Opioid addiction and the most controversial bathroom in New York

Of all the provocative strategies to reduce harm from opioid addiction, the one that I am about to describe is near the top. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2y5uDJs

How the Queen made $8M from horse racing

Queen Elizabeth II has won over £6.7 million ($8.8m) from horse racing prize money in the past three decades, new figures from the British Horse Racing Authority show. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2gHLxeK

Kenya election set to go ahead after Supreme Court no-show

Kenya's controversial presidential election appears set to go ahead as planned on Thursday after the Supreme Court proved unable to rule on a challenge because not enough justices showed up for a session on Wednesday. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yNdYwp

Millions bid Thai King a final farewell

Draped in plastic sheets to keep off the rain, Thais slept in the streets of Bangkok Wednesday to reserve a place to witness the funeral parade for the late Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who ruled the country for 70 years.

US flexes naval muscle in Asia ahead of Trump's visit

Two US Navy aircraft carrier strike groups have arrived in the Pacific in the past two days, putting three of the massive war ships in the region as President Donald Trump prepares for a visit early next month.

Kurds propose halt on independence plans

The leaders of Iraq's autonomous region of Kurdistan have proposed holding off on acting on its September independence referendum in an effort to "act responsibly in order to prevent further violence," in the face of the Iraqi government's military response to the vote, a statement says.

Einstein's handwritten notes sell for $1.8M

Two handwritten notes penned by Albert Einstein have been sold at an auction for a combined $1.8 million -- hundreds of times their estimated sale value.

Millions bid Thai King a final farewell

Draped in plastic sheets to keep off the rain, Thais slept in the streets of Bangkok Wednesday to reserve a place to witness the funeral parade for the late Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who ruled the country for 70 years. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2yKqUD2

US flexes naval muscle in Asia ahead of Trump's visit

Two US Navy aircraft carrier strike groups have arrived in the Pacific in the past two days, putting three of the massive war ships in the region as President Donald Trump prepares for a visit early next month. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2zAOdhV

Kurds propose halt on independence plans

The leaders of Iraq's autonomous region of Kurdistan have proposed holding off on acting on its September independence referendum in an effort to "act responsibly in order to prevent further violence," in the face of the Iraqi government's military response to the vote, a statement says. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2i3Ep8P

Einstein's handwritten notes sell for $1.8M

Two handwritten notes penned by Albert Einstein have been sold at an auction for a combined $1.8 million -- hundreds of times their estimated sale value. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - App International Edition http://ift.tt/2li5Kcz

Bob Corker, Jeff Flake throw the GOP some spine

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Republicans who are not on their way out the door have shown the resolution of invertebrates: Our view               from USATODAY - News Top Stories http://ift.tt/2y4gufF

NFL hot seat rankings: Speculation reaches 'fever pitch' for Colts' Chuck Pagano

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Embattled Colts coach may be losing his grip in wake of team's most embarrassing loss yet.               from USATODAY - News Top Stories http://ift.tt/2i2xM70

Sweating blood: Young woman's rare condition mystifies doctors in Italy

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There's no one explanation for the phenomenon, linked historically with religious mystery.               from USATODAY - News Top Stories http://ift.tt/2gBEwbq

Honor for Filipino World War II veterans 75 years later

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Fought & Forgotten: After 75 years after World War II, Filipino soldiers are finally being recognized by the U.S. for their sacrifice.               from USATODAY - News Top Stories http://ift.tt/2i2xJbk

Child faces deportation after crossing checkpoint for gall bladder surgery

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The girl's mother said Tuesday that federal agents were waiting outside her daughter's hospital room in Corpus Christi.               from USATODAY - News Top Stories http://ift.tt/2xlfDHX

Gold Star Family says Trump sent promised $25K

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A North Carolina woman whose stepson was killed in Afghanistan says she has received a $25,000 from President Donald Trump after he promised the gift during a phone call in June. (Oct. 24)               from USATODAY - News Top Stories http://ift.tt/2z4jkX3

Bill O'Reilly is 'mad at God' for sexual harassment scandal

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The former Fox News host is feeling forsaken.               from USATODAY - News Top Stories http://ift.tt/2yKvCAO