December 2023

Severe flooding caused by a combination of the El Nino and Indian Ocean dipole weather phenomena has killed hundreds of people in East Africa since seasonal rains began in October.

More than 300 killed as heavy rains wreak havoc across East Africa

December 4, 2023 8:28 am CNN Newsource

By Bethlehem Feleke and Nimi Princewill, CNN (CNN) — Torrential rains and flash floods have ripped through parts of East Africa for several…

New Zealand's Mount Ngauruhoe which doubled up as Mount Doom in the "Lord of the Rings" movies.

Now you can visit a real-life ‘Hobbit Hole’ in New Zealand

December 4, 2023 8:27 am CNN Newsource

By Francesca Street, CNN (CNN) — The sweeping landscapes of New Zealand are, for many “Lord of the Rings” fans, inextricably linked to the…

Iowa man says Santas are in short supply this holiday season

December 4, 2023 8:25 am CNN Newsource

By Pepper Purpura Click here for updates on this story MARSHALLTOWN, Iowa (KCCI) — For decades, Todd Eagleston has…

A Massachusetts woman who works as a nurse is back home less than three months after she was struck by lightning while walking on a Boston beach. Thalita Teixeira Padilla

Massachusetts woman who survived lightning strike at Boston beach returns home

December 4, 2023 8:21 am CNN Newsource

By Russ Reed Click here for updates on this story BOSTON (WCVB) — A Massachusetts woman who works as a nurse is back…

Richard Branson sends Virgin Galactic shares plunging after he says he’s not putting any more money in

December 4, 2023 8:20 am CNN Newsource

By Jackie Wattles, CNN (CNN) — Shares of Virgin Galactic, the space tourism venture founded by Richard Branson, are plunging after the British…

‘The Gilded Age’ is the least dramatic drama on TV — and that’s why fans love it

December 4, 2023 8:20 am CNN Newsource

By Scottie Andrew, CNN (CNN) — “The Gilded Age” is, according to those who watch and discuss it, “the best show on television,” “high…

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum ends 2024 Republican presidential bid days before the fourth debate

December 4, 2023 8:20 am Associated Press

By JACK DURA Associated Press BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum has ended his 2024 Republican presidential bid. Burgum blames the…

Matthew Perry and Julia Roberts hug on the set of "Friends."

Julia Roberts breaks silence on ‘heartbreaking’ death of Matthew Perry

December 4, 2023 8:18 am CNN Newsource

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Julia Roberts is remembering her ex-boyfriend, the late “Friends” star Matthew Perry. In an interview…

Global journalist group says Israel-Hamas conflict is a war beyond compare for media deaths

December 4, 2023 8:15 am Associated Press

By RAF CASERT Associated Press BRUSSELS (AP) — With a journalist or media worker killed every day on average in the Israel-Hamas war, the head of…

The former US ambassador to Bolivia has been charged in federal court with acting as a secret foreign agent of Cuba.

Former US ambassador to Bolivia charged with being a covert agent of Cuba’s government

December 4, 2023 8:13 am CNN Newsource

By Hannah Rabinowitz, Holmes Lybrand and Evan Perez, CNN (CNN) — The former US ambassador to Bolivia has been charged in federal court with…

Tom Hanks once ‘worked for Cher’ as a hotel bellman in the ’70s

December 4, 2023 8:03 am CNN Newsource

By Marianne Garvey, CNN (CNN) — Tom Hanks had an interaction with Cher long before he became an Oscar-winning actor. Hanks appeared on “The…

The trial of 4 Egyptian security officials in the slaying of an Italian student is set for February

December 4, 2023 8:03 am Associated Press

By FRANCES D’EMILIO Associated Press ROME (AP) — Court officials in Rome have set a new trial date for four high-level Egyptian security…

Doug Burgum announces he’s suspending his 2024 presidential campaign

December 4, 2023 8:03 am CNN Newsource

By Veronica Stracqualursi, CNN (CNN) — North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum announced Monday he’s suspending his long-shot campaign for…

Former career US diplomat charged with secretly spying for Cuban intelligence for decades

December 4, 2023 8:00 am Associated Press

By JOSHUA GOODMAN and ERIC TUCKER Associated Press MIAMI (AP) — A former career American diplomat was charged with serving as a secret agent for…

Florence Pugh hit in face while promoting ‘Dune: Part Two’

December 4, 2023 7:56 am CNN Newsource

By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Singers aren’t the only ones in danger of flying objects. Video shared on social media showed actress…

Former top Ohio utility regulator surrenders in $60 million bribery scheme linked to energy bill

December 4, 2023 7:48 am Associated Press

By JULIE CARR SMYTH Associated Press COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio’s former top utility regulator has pleaded not guilty in connection with a $60…

The death toll from a mining tragedy in South Africa rises to 13 after a worker dies at a hospital

December 4, 2023 7:46 am Associated Press

JOHANNESBURG (AP) — The death toll from a mining tragedy last week in South Africa that involved an elevator at a mine has risen to 13 after a…

Jonathan Majors assault trial starts with competing versions of a backseat confrontation

December 4, 2023 7:43 am Associated Press

By JAKE OFFENHARTZ Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — The actor Jonathan Majors listened silently, head-cocked and eyes down, as a Manhattan…

AP’s top albums of 2023: Music from Olivia Rodrigo, Peso Pluma, the Rolling Stones and more

December 4, 2023 7:26 am Associated Press

By MARIA SHERMAN AP Music Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ten of the top albums of the year, as chosen by Associated Press Music Writer Maria Sherman. It…

ZeroAvia has completed short test flights of a small battery-powered electric airplane.

Will guilt-free long-haul flights ever be possible? Here’s what we know

December 4, 2023 7:16 am CNN Newsource

By Jacopo Prisco, CNN (CNN) — Aviation faces a steep climb towards a greener future. Although it has, like many other industries, committed to…

Month: December 2023