‘Smile 2’ grinning to No. 1 at box office while ‘Anora’ glitters in limited release
AP Film Writer Horror movies topped the domestic box office charts and an Oscar contender got off to a sparkling start this weekend. “Smile 2,”…
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Idris Elba is building an entertainment industry in Africa
By Nicole Goodkind, CNN New York (CNN) — Idris Elba has conquered Hollywood with iconic roles in “The Wire” and “Luther.” Now, the…
Continue ReadingLiam Payne fans gather in great crowds to pay tribute in London’s Hyde Park
By Sara Smart and Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — London’s Hyde Park was one of the several sites around the world this weekend for an…
Continue ReadingTrump’s closing pitch to voters begins with profane attacks and a lewd story about a Hall of Fame golfer
By Steve Contorno and Kate Sullivan, CNN (CNN) — Donald Trump has pivoted to making his closing argument to voters heading into the final…
Continue ReadingSix-time Olympic champion Chris Hoy, 48, announces terminal cancer diagnosis
By Issy Ronald, CNN (CNN) — Six-time Olympic champion Chris Hoy has announced that he has terminal cancer and that doctors have given him two…
Continue ReadingUS writer Anne Applebaum appeals for arms for Ukraine as she accepts German peace prize
Associated Press WARSAW, Poland (AP) — The prominent American writer Anne Applebaum has urged continued support for Ukraine with weapons in…
Continue ReadingGeorgia authorities investigating a dock gangway collapse that killed 7 on a historic island
Associated Press SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Georgia authorities say they are investigating the catastrophic failure of a dock gangway that collapsed,…
Continue ReadingThe reality of breast cancer in men
By Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN (CNN) — A few years ago, I had a male patient who came to me complaining of breast enlargement. At first, we…
Continue ReadingCubans struggle as power not fully restored days after blackout and hurricane hits island
Associated Press HAVANA (AP) — Many Cubans waited in anguish late Sunday as electricity on much of the island had yet to be restored days after a…
Continue ReadingCuban power grid collapses for fourth time as hurricane arrives
By Patrick Oppmann, CNN Havana, Cuba (CNN) — Hurricane Oscar’s arrival to eastern Cuba Sunday impacted millions of residents already facing…
Continue ReadingFrench league condemns homophobic chants made by PSG fans about Marseille and Rabiot
AP Sports Writer PARIS (AP) — The French soccer league has condemned homophobic chants made by some Paris Saint-Germain fans during the home game…
Continue ReadingAs Harris turns 60, Democrats cast Trump as old and ‘unhinged’
By Eric Bradner, CNN (CNN) — Vice President Kamala Harris turns 60 on Sunday – and, her campaign wants voters to know, that makes her 18…
Continue ReadingJapan, UK and Italy to expedite next-generation fighter jet to replace F-2s and Eurofighter Typhoons
Associated Press TOKYO (AP) — The defense ministers of Japan, the U.K. and Italy have agreed to accelerate the joint development of a…
Continue ReadingRwanda says no community transmission of Marburg virus, with zero new infections in recent days
Associated Press KAMPALA, Uganda (AP) — Rwanda’s health minister said Sunday that an outbreak of the Marburg virus is not spreading in the…
Continue ReadingIn part of swing state Michigan, neighbors skip presidential signs in a heated campaign season
Associated Press BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — The lawn of Nick Hannawa’s suburban Detroit home is lined with political signs backing…
Continue ReadingStart your week smart: US Intel leak, Gaza, Dock collapse, Mississippi shooting, Boeing
By Andrew Torgan, CNN (CNN) — You’ve probably heard a lot of talk this campaign season about how putting hefty tariffs on goods made overseas…
Continue ReadingWill US convenience stores find the secret to selling better food?
AP Business Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Americans who think of petrified hot dogs, frozen burritos and salty snacks when they imagine getting food at a…
Continue ReadingNo. 5 Georgia upset No. 1 Texas in game marred by Longhorns fans throwing trash on the field
By Issy Ronald, CNN (CNN) — The No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs upset No. 1 Texas Longhorns 30-15 in Austin on Saturday evening as Bulldogs running back…
Continue ReadingVoting groups that got a boost from Harris’ candidacy are still working to persuade voters of color
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Left-leaning voter engagement groups that saw a surge in support and energy after Vice President Kamala Harris…
Continue ReadingTrump works the fry station and holds a drive-thru news conference at a Pennsylvania McDonald’s
Associated Press FEASTERVILLE-TREVOSE, Pa. (AP) — Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump manned the fry station at a McDonald’s in…
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