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World leaders mourn death of last Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev

August 30, 2022 11:31 PM CNN Newsource

By Jessie Yeung and Lianne Kolirin, CNN The death of former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, known for his pivotal role in ending the Cold War and…

New study could unearth the secret to how ‘immortal jellyfish’ reverses aging

August 30, 2022 10:10 PM CNN Newsource

Story by Reuters Scientists in Spain have unlocked the genetic code of the “immortal jellyfish” — a creature capable of repeatedly…

First on CNN: The rise in extreme heat is taking a toll on our well-being. It’s about to get worse

August 30, 2022 10:05 PM CNN

Across China, farmers are struggling to save their livestock and crops, as huge parts of the country bake under a record-breaking heat wave that has…

First on CNN: The rise in extreme heat is taking a toll on our well-being. It’s about to get worse

August 30, 2022 10:05 PM CNN Newsource

By Rachel Ramirez, CNN Extreme heat is on the rise around the world, and a new study shows it is taking a significant toll not just on our physical…

Pakistan emits less than 1% of the world’s planet-warming gases. It’s now drowning

August 30, 2022 9:40 PM CNN Newsource

By Rachel Ramirez and Angela Dewan, CNN Pakistan was already struggling when the devastating monsoon rains hit. This year, economic and political…

Putin snubs funeral of former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev

August 30, 2022 4:50 PM CNN

Former Soviet president Mikhail Gorbachev opens up about his legacy, communism, and difficult relationship with the US in an exclusive sit down with…

Artemis I launch for a journey around the moon rescheduled for Saturday

August 30, 2022 4:14 PM CNN Newsource

By Ashley Strickland, CNN The uncrewed Artemis I mission will get another attempt at launching on a journey around the moon on Saturday. The two-hour…

Putin snubs funeral of former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev

August 30, 2022 3:18 PM CNN

Mikhail Gorbachev, the last president of the Soviet Union before its dissolution, has died in Moscow at the age of 91. CNN’s Matthew Chance…

Mikhail Gorbachev, former Soviet president who took down the Iron Curtain, dies

August 30, 2022 2:37 PM CNN Newsource

By Susannah Cullinane and Laura Smith-Spark, CNN Mikhail Gorbachev — the last leader of the former Soviet Union from 1985 until 1991 —…

Taiwan fires warning shots at unidentified drone near islands

August 30, 2022 1:58 PM CNN Newsource

By Gladys Tsai, Jorge Engels and Jennifer Deaton, CNN Taiwanese soldiers on Tuesday fired flares at three unidentified drones that flew near Kinmen…

At least 1 dead, many feared trapped, after multi-story building collapses in Nigeria’s Kano State

August 30, 2022 12:26 PM CNN Newsource

By Sugam Pokharel, CNN At least one person was killed after a multiple-story building collapsed in the northwestern Nigerian city of Kano Tuesday,…

NASA releases stunning new image of the Phantom Galaxy

August 30, 2022 10:45 AM CNN Newsource

By Zoe Sottile, CNN Stunning new images produced by the Hubble Telescope and the James Webb Telescope showcase the Phantom Galaxy, a spiral of solar…

DNA analysis solves mystery of bodies found at bottom of medieval well

August 30, 2022 10:14 AM CNN Newsource

By Katie Hunt, CNN Construction workers breaking ground in 2004 on a shopping mall in Norwich, England, found 17 bodies at the bottom of a…

Princess Diana Fast Facts

August 30, 2022 10:00 AM CNN Newsource

CNN Editorial Research Here’s a look at the life of Diana, Princess of Wales. Personal Birth date: July 1, 1961 Death date: August 31, 1997…

Ukraine claims early success in counteroffensive as Zelensky vows to ‘chase’ Russians to the border

August 30, 2022 6:50 AM CNN Newsource

By Olga Voitovych, Jo Shelley, Tara John, Olga Konovalova, Rebecca Wright, CNN As Ukraine ramps up its offensive to retake Russian-occupied territory…

President Biden to speak about his Safer America Plan to reduce gun violence

August 30, 2022 6:42 AM Noelia Gonzalez

Biden’s addressing public safety today during a week of high-profile crimes news that includes gangs targeting celebrities. Gun violence and public…

Powerful Iraqi cleric tells supporters to stand down after day of deadly violence in Baghdad

August 30, 2022 5:07 AM CNN Newsource

By Aqeel Najim, Mostafa Salem, Mohammed Tawfeeq, Eyad Kourdi and Ivana Kottasová, CNN Powerful Iraqi Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr ordered his…

Dinosaur ribcage unearthed in ‘gobsmacking’ backyard discovery

August 30, 2022 4:04 AM CNN

Scientists in Pombal, Portugal have discovered the remains of a sauropod, one of Europe’s largest dinosaurs – known for their long necks and…

Dinosaur ribcage unearthed in ‘gobsmacking’ backyard discovery

August 30, 2022 4:04 AM CNN Newsource

By Hafsa Khalil, CNN Home renovations can unearth all sorts of unexpected items, but one Portuguese property owner discovered hidden treasure on…

What steps some states have taken to provide reparations for Black Americans

August 30, 2022 2:19 AM Stacker

Stacker explored the steps some states are taking to make amends for racial injustices and inequality against Black Americans.…

Russia’s war in Ukraine

August 30, 2022 2:15 AM CNN

Former Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko speaks with CNN’s Jim Sciutto about “several factors” he thinks are necessary for a ceasefire with…

Russia’s war in Ukraine

August 30, 2022 2:15 AM CNN Newsource

Fukushima town lifts evacuation order, allowing former residents to return 11 years after nuclear disaster

August 30, 2022 12:01 AM CNN Newsource

By Emiko Jozuka and Jessie Yeung, CNN More than a decade after Japan’s worst nuclear disaster, the town that hosts the disabled Fukushima…

Pakistan floods caused by ‘monsoon on steroids,’ says UN chief in urgent appeal

August 29, 2022 9:56 PM CNN Newsource

By Sophia Saifi, Kathleen Magramo, Mayumi Maruyama and Angela Dewan, CNN UN Secretary General António Guterres on Tuesday warned that the world is…

Greenland ice losses set to raise global sea levels by nearly a foot, new research shows

August 29, 2022 4:57 PM CNN Newsource

By Rachel Ramirez, CNN Widespread ice losses from Greenland have locked in nearly a foot of global sea level rise that’s set to come in the…

Angola’s ruling party extends 47-year streak with election win

August 29, 2022 10:56 AM CNN Newsource

By Stephanie Busari and Nimi Princewill, CNN Angolan President João Lourenço has secured another five-year term after winning the most competitive…

Prince Harry Fast Facts

August 29, 2022 8:21 AM CNN Newsource

CNN Editorial Research Here is a look at the life of Britain’s Prince Harry. Personal Birth date: September 15, 1984 Birth place: London,…

Councilwoman requests aid regarding work documentation for asylum-seekers

August 29, 2022 7:33 AM Priscilla Duran

NEW YORK, New York — The migrants that were forced to bus out of Texas—due to Governor Greg Abbott’s immigration feud with The White…

NASA scrubs launch attempt for Artemis I

August 29, 2022 6:21 AM Noelia Gonzalez

UPDATE: The Artemis I launch has been scrubbed after the team was unable to work through an issue on one of the rocket’s four engines. “Launch…

SpaceX and T-Mobile stir excitement in the wireless world

August 29, 2022 7:05 AM Noelia Gonzalez

SpaceX and T-Mobile are teaming up in an attempt to end mobile dead zones. The plan is to use SpaceX’s satellite-based internet business, Starlink,…