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According to sources familiar with the matter, South Korea's President Moon Jae-in has convinced North Korean leader Kim Jong Un that the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) is the best site for President Trump and Kim Jong Un's summit. CNN's Will Ripley reports.

White House chief of staff says report he called Trump an idiot is 'total BS'

White House chief of staff John Kelly defended his relationship with President Donald Trump Monday after NBC reported that he has called President Donald Trump an "idiot."

103 Uber drivers in US accused of sexual assault or abuse

John McCain says in book excerpt: 'This is my last term'

Republican Sen. John McCain, who is battling brain cancer in his home state of Arizona, says in his new book that his current term is his last and, as a result, he feels he can open up about how he sees the current political climate.

The biggest myths about the migrant caravan, debunked

You may have heard the migrant caravan is full of Mexicans. Or that they're trying to enter the US illegally. But neither is true.

Tallest geyser's recent eruptions baffle scientists

Yellowstone National Park's Steamboat Geyser just erupted for the third time in two months, and scientists aren't sure why.

US military sees spike in sex assault reports

Reports of sexual assault in the US military increased by nearly 10% in 2017, according to the Pentagon's annual study released on Monday, as the Army, Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps all documented a rise in reported incidents.

Stormy Daniels is suing President Donald Trump over his comments dismissing a composite sketch of a man who the porn star says threatened her over her alleged affair with Trump more than a decade ago.

Trump says 'there's no reason to apologize' for his Muslim ban call

President Donald Trump on Monday declined to apologize for his campaign-era proposal to ban all Muslims from the United States, saying "there's nothing to apologize for."

Flu vaccine, even when just 20% effective, saves tens of thousands of lives

Each winter, many people wonder whether its worth getting a flu shot while health officials repeatedly warn against not getting one.

Apple faces Wall Street 'panic' over iPhone

Playing football young may mean earlier cognitive, emotional problems

Sports may be a great way to keep kids active, but a new study of players finds that the earlier players with CTE started tackle football, the more vulnerable they were to emotional and cognitive problems.

World's oldest spider lived to be 43 before wasp's sting did her in

This is No. 16, a 43-year-old spider. Or, rather, this was No. 16.

What Dubai's ascent means for global architects

Forty years ago, the Dubai World Trade Center was approaching completion. At 489 feet and 39 stories, it barely registers on the city skyline today, dwarfed by steel and glass behemoths south along the Sheikh Zayed Road. But back in 1978 it was a statement of intent; the first skyscraper in Dubai and a premonition of financial and architectural growth to come.

South Korea's leader: Trump deserves Nobel Prize for role in Kim talks

South Korean President Moon Jae-in said Monday that US President Donald Trump would be a worthy winner of the Nobel Peace Prize for his involvement in the warming of relations with North Korea.

Watch the unusual eruptions of this massive geyser

President Donald Trump is expected to speak at the National Rifle Association's annual meeting later this week in Dallas, two sources familiar with the matter told CNN.

NFL team drafts a player with one hand

Team Trump goes to China to avert trade war

Children set off unexploded mortar; 3 killed

Three people are dead after children found and played with an unexploded mortar in Afghanistan Sunday, provincial authorities tell CNN.

North Korea will close main nuclear test site in May, South says

Trump slams 'lousy location' of London embassy ahead of summer visit

Trump threatens US government shutdown over border security

Crowd chants: 'Nobel! Nobel!' at Trump speech

The crowd chanted "Nobel! Nobel!" during a campaign rally in Michigan as President Trump talked about negotiations with North Korea.

Daughter tears up while honoring Steve Irwin

April 28, 2018

South Koreans woke to a political reality Saturday that seemed improbable if not impossible only months ago.

After the jury announced the guilty verdict on Thursday against Bill Cosby, the TV icon had an outburst in the courtroom.

There will be no state dinner. No military fanfare. No high fashion, high hats or high heels. But there is still a strong chance of an awkward handshake.

Trump says he's been too busy to get Melania a birthday present

President Donald Trump admitted on Fox News that he's been too busy to get a birthday gift for his wife, first lady Melania Trump, who turned 48 years old Thursday.

Trump doctor withdraws as Cabinet nominee

Rear Adm. Ronny Jackson has withdrawn as President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs, he said in a statement Thursday morning.

12 murders, 50 rapes: Suspect arrested after 40-year manhunt

For decades, a masked gunman nicknamed the Golden State Killer roamed through communities in California, raping dozens of women in a campaign of terror that left 12 people dead.

Harry, Meghan and the finely tuned royal wedding PR machine

As so often, it all started with a tweet. This particular one was posted on the morning of November 27 last year.

Curbing salt intake could add years to your life

Potato chips. Pretzels. Pizza. French fries.

Israeli police officer jailed for 9 months for killing Palestinian teen

Tension filled the small Jerusalem courtroom as a family sat meters away from the man who killed their son, waiting to hear the judge's verdict.

Snapchat plunges after app redesign

Medieval grave reveals rare 'coffin birth' and neurosurgery

What do you see when you look at this house, covered in the blue and yellow swirls of Vincent Van Gogh's "The Starry Night?" Is it art, or an eyesore? A neighborhood gem, or a neighborhood nightmare?

Fox News twists CNN reporter's words about threats to journalists

US Supreme Court appears to back Trump's travel ban

Conservative justices and swing vote Justice Anthony Kennedy appeared to side with the Trump administration Wednesday as the Supreme Court heard oral arguments on President Donald Trump's travel ban.

Novak Djokovic suffers shock defeat to world No. 140

For those who think owning a sailing yacht is just for the rich and famous, think again.

Macron opens door to new Iran deal in talks with Trump

French President Emmanuel Macron and US President Donald Trump have indicated they want to aim for a new deal to curb Iran's regional ambitions and ballistic missiles program that would run alongside the existing international nuclear pact.

Danish inventor given life sentence for gruesome Kim Wall murder

Danish inventor Peter Madsen has been found guilty of the murder of Swedish journalist Kim Wall and sentenced to life in prison.

Japan objects to mango mousse South Korea is serving Kim

English football club Leeds United has drawn criticism for a planned postseason tour of Myanmar, with complaints from fans and a member of the UK parliament urging its cancellation.

New Gmail now comes with disappearing messages

The humble mushroom is the newest superfood

Mushrooms are often considered only for their culinary use because they are packed with flavor-enhancers and have gourmet appeal. That is probably why they are the second most popular pizza topping, next to pepperoni.

World's longest nonstop flight coming soon...

Singapore to New York, nonstop. Almost 20 hours in the air.

The costs of child care around the world

Finding the right child care can be a frustrating -- and expensive -- process for parents around the world, from New York to Nairobi.

Gene Seymour: The groovy talent behind 'Schoolhouse Rock'

China fears Kim is moving out of its orbit as South Korea, US talks loom

Melania gives a peek of state dinner decor

First Lady Melania Trump is prepared the first state dinner hosted by the Trump administration for French President Emanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte.

Judge orders reopening of US immigration program -- after 90-day delay

Another federal judge has overruled the Trump administration's efforts to end a popular immigration program -- this time saying the government has to accept new applications.

Verdict expected in Indian guru rape trial amid heightened security

A special court is expected to deliver a verdict Wednesday in the trial of a self-proclaimed Indian spiritual guru accused of raping a minor, in a case that comes at a volatile time in India following a spate of highly-politicized sexual assaults.

Outrage as Chinese university tries to silence student #MeToo activist

An open letter accusing China's top university of silencing a student activist protesting sexual harassment has drawn outrage at the school and support for the student on Chinese social media, even as censors work to scrub clean of posts on the story.

Facebook is offering facial recognition again in Europe

In 2017, global wine production dropped to its lowest level in 60 years. Analysts say consumers will likely end up paying more, especially for cheaper bottles.

Facebook reveals its internal rules for removing controversial posts

NASA images take you 4,000 light-years away

NASA released a new image and a virtual tour of the Lagoon Nebula, a celestial body 4,000 light-years away.

What will the royal baby be named?

What's in a name? A lot, if you happen to be a member of Britain's royal family.

Ethiopia to be Africa's fastest growing economy in 2018

Ethiopia, Africa's second most populated country, is forecast to be the fastest growing economy in Sub-Saharan Africa this year, according to new data from the IMF.

Has Santorini island found a savior?

Tourist crowds drawn to Santorini by its sunset views and whitewashed villages are putting a strain on the Greek island. It's wine industry could yet save it.

Mo Salah: A day in the life of the 'Egyptian King'

NFL-inspired Gronkowski pulls out of Kentucky Derby

The horse named after New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski won't be competing at the Kentucky Derby in a little over the week due to illness.

Two suspects held over lynching of Canadian in Peru

Peruvian authorities have detained two men suspected of lynching a Canadian man in a remote part of the country's Amazon rainforest in an apparent reprisal attack for the killing of a respected indigenous leader.

Russia joined a chorus of voices Monday urging US President Donald Trump to stand by the Iran nuclear deal, as Tehran sent a stern warning that it was an "all or nothing" situation.

What will the royal baby be named?

Airstrikes kill scores at Yemen wedding

At least 33 people were killed and 41 wounded after airstrikes hit a wedding party in northwest Yemen on Sunday night, medic Abdullah Nusari and a municipal official told CNN.

China tech firms under fire for sexist job ads

Royal baby will make world's greatest brand even stronger

UK Masterchef contestant dies in London Marathon

A runner in Sunday's London Marathon who appeared on the BBC television show "Masterchef: The Professionals" collapsed during the race and later died, according to the event organizers.

Donald Trump's wild weekend showed just how abnormal his presidency has become, even if his breaching of conventional decorum has lost the power to shock.

China trash ban is a global recycling wake up call

April 22, 2018

Mitt Romney did not win the Utah Republican Party's nomination on Saturday, meaning he must compete in a June primary election as he seeks to replace retiring US Sen. Orrin Hatch.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said the regime no longer needs nuclear tests or intercontinental ballistic missile tests, state-run KCNA reported Saturday.

Iran official slams woman's treatment by 'morality police'

How Barbara Bush changed the life of a Syrian pizza maker

Ask anyone around Houston to name their favorite pizza joint, and the answer's likely to be unanimous: Fuzzy's in west Houston.

Stunning virtual tour of the Lagoon Nebula

NASA released a new image and a virtual tour of the Lagoon Nebula, a celestial body 4,000 light-years away.

Here's what we do know about Trump's wealth

Before he was President, Donald Trump deceived a Forbes reporter about his personal wealth in the 1980s in order to make it onto the magazine's Forbes 400 list, according to a new allegation by the reporter.

Dance music superstar Avicii dead at 28

The one word which may derail Trump-Kim talks

China challenged Australian warships in South China Sea, reports say

Armstrong agrees to pay $5 million to settle cheating lawsuit

Cycling legend Lance Armstrong will pay the United States $5 million for using performance-enhancing drugs while the US Postal Service was paying millions to sponsor his team, according to the US Department of Justice.

Southwest gives $5,000 checks to passengers on deadly flight

Some passengers aboard Southwest Airlines Flight 1380 received a $5,000 check after a deadly engine failure that led to an emergency landing in Philadelphia.

LA Fitness apologizes after racial profiling allegations

LA Fitness has apologized after accusations that two black patrons at a New Jersey club were racially profiled and asked to leave. The fitness chain also promised to improve staff training.

Chinese tech firm fires back, 'cannot accept' US ban

Premier League revenues hit record $6.4 billion high

David Copperfield forced to reveal magic trick secret in lawsuit

Backpacker trapped in torrential rains survived by hiking 20 miles in sandals

For a group of friends in Hawaii, this past weekend was supposed to be filled with fun, laughs and a wedding engagement; instead they were left cold, wet and trekking through knee-deep mud to safety.

Frida Ghitis: Cuba's new President just a rebranding of repression

Do not believe all those headlines claiming that Cuba is beginning a "new era." Yes, it's true that, as of Thursday, Cuba has a new President and that, for the first time in decades, his name is not Castro. For now, however, not much more than the presidential letterhead is changing.

Republicans weren't actually doing Trump a favor

One of the two Canadian women who documented a lavish cruise trip to Australia on Instagram as a front for smuggling cocaine has been sentenced to at least four and a half years in prison.

Hidden crack found in Southwest jet engine

April 19, 2018

Island suffers largest power blackout in US history

April 19, 2018

April 19, 2018

Memories of classical ballet performances dance in Wanda Sihanath's head when she thinks about her childhood in Elgin, Illinois. She remembers balancing at the barre to Beethoven and pirouetting to Vivaldi.

Would you pay $1.1M for this derelict house? Someone did.

Jim Carrey crashed Jeff Daniels interview and proved nothing's changed since 'Dumb and Dumber'

It's been several years since Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels were on the big screen together, but if Carrey's surprise appearance on "Conan" on Tuesday night proved anything, it's that some classic pairings just go from fun to funner over time.

Why winning with style is important to Guardiola and Vieira

With the odd exception or two, Pep Guardiola's Manchester City blew away all who crossed their path on the way to lifting this season's Premier League title, playing a brand of football which was as effective as it was mesmerizing.

Tumbleweeds take over California town

A California town has been overrun by tumbleweeds brought in by high winds.

Passengers grabbed woman sucked out of window in deadly engine failure

For 20 minutes, the Southwest Airlines jet was a normal flight from New York to Dallas with 149 people aboard.

Hear Southwest pilot's emergency call

The pilot of Southwest flight 1380 tells air traffic control "there's a hole" in the plane.

Toys 'R' Us rejects bid from billionaire

Every man's nightmare: The serious case of the 'Broken Bananah'

What may be every man's worst medical nightmare happened to 32-year-old Ross Asdourian.

Spirit mediums blur gender lines in SE Asia

Having documented transgender communities for more than 30 years, photographer Mariette Pathy Allen is accustomed to working with those facing stigma and abuse. But the subjects of her latest book represented an altogether different experience.

House mice don't carry door keys, but they can freely enter any residence in New York City, from low-rent studios to penthouse suites.

Baboons break out of research center

Four baboons, having clearly read too much dystopian fiction, escaped a biomedical research lab in San Antonio by climbing a 55-gallon barrel and jumping out of their enclosure.

Starbucks to close all US stores for racial-bias training day

Southwest flight makes emergency landing after losing an engine

A Southwest Airlines plane flying from New York to Dallas had to make an emergency landing in Philadelphia on Tuesday morning when the aircraft lost one of its engines, a passenger aboard Flight 1380 said.

Stormy Daniels releases sketch of man who allegedly threatened her over Trump affair

Stormy Daniels released a composite sketch on Tuesday of the man she alleges threatened her in 2011 and is offering a $100,000 reward to anyone who can identify the perpetrator.

Kim Jong Un's wife afforded new level of respect in North Korean media

Ri Sol Ju, wife of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, has been afforded a new title in the country's state media, a move that analysts say could signal an evolution in the power structure of the reclusive country.

Report: Trump puts brakes on new Russia sanctions that Haley announced

NASA's planet-hunting satellite to launch

An American has won the elite women's division at the Boston Marathon for the first time since 1985.

Flesh-eating disease spreads in Australia and no one knows why

Scientists in Australia have voiced concern about an apparent outbreak of Buruli ulcer, a flesh-eating disease that usually occurs in West and central Africa.

WWE stars John Cena and Nikki Bella have ended their relationship.

In May, more than 1,000 works of art and fine objects collected by banker and philanthropist David Rockefeller, and his wife, Peggy, will be sold at auction in six Christie's sales over three days, and an accompanying 11-day online sale. The proceeds, which Christie's expects to total in excess of $500 million, will benefit the many charities they supported during their lifetimes, including the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA).

Former FBI director Comey takes aim at the US President in a TV interview

Macron: I 'convinced' Trump to stay in Syria

Actors Robert De Niro and Ben Stiller made surprise appearances on "Saturday Night Live" to spoof the FBI raid on President Donald Trump's attorney Michael Cohen.

Ricciardo defies the odds to win Chinese GP

A charging Daniel Ricciardo claimed a remarkable and unexpected victory in the Chinese Grand Prix Sunday after a tactical masterstroke by his Red Bull team.

Does the Commonwealth Games have a future?

Caravan of migrants climbs freight train, moves closer to US

A caravan of Central American migrants heading north has boarded a train for the next leg of the journey in Mexico.

Scottish runner collapses 2 kilometers from marathon victory