1 deputy killed and 2 injured in ‘ambush’ shooting in Florida, sheriff says
By Paradise Afshar and Ashley R. Williams, CNN (CNN) — A central Florida deputy was killed and two others were injured when they were…
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Iran claims Hamas leader killed by ‘short-range projectile,’ contradicting reports it was hidden bomb
By Radina Gigova and Jeremy Diamond, CNN (CNN) — Iran has claimed that the assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran…
Continue ReadingAt least 32 killed after suicide bombers target beach restaurant in Somali capital
By Catherine Nicholls, Irene Nasser, and Manveena Suri, CNN (CNN) — At least 32 people have been killed and dozens injured in a suicide attack…
Continue ReadingAfter emotional family reunions, the 3 Americans freed in a historic prisoner swap face a challenging road ahead
By Ashley R. Williams, CNN (CNN) — There were plenty of hugs to go around the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, where three Americans…
Continue ReadingDozens arrested in violent UK protests over Southport stabbings
By Niamh Kennedy, Duarte Mendonca, Chris Lau, Maija Ehlinger, Sophie Tanno and Sahar Akbarzai, CNN (CNN) — Police and protesters squared off in…
Continue ReadingCalifornia inmate on death row for 33 years must either be released or retried due to prosecutorial misconduct
By Stephanie Becker, CNN (CNN) — A convicted murderer who has been on California’s death row for 33 years must either be released or retried…
Continue ReadingMyanmar rebels are claiming their biggest victory yet over junta forces. Could it be a turning point in the brutal civil war?
By Helen Regan and Angus Watson, CNN (CNN) — The pounding of sustained gunfire and artillery had rattled Khin Swe’s home in northeastern…
Continue ReadingSpace Shuttle Program Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at NASA’s Space Shuttle Program which ended in 2011 after 135 missions. Facts The space…
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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of entrepreneur, philanthropist and NBA Hall of Fame point guard Magic Johnson.…
Continue ReadingD’Vontaye Mitchell, who died after being pinned to the ground in Milwaukee, died from asphyxia and drugs, autopsy report says
By Raja Razek and Emma Tucker, CNN (CNN) — D’Vontaye Mitchell, the 43-year-old man who was pinned to the ground in June by security officers…
Continue ReadingChildren of undercover Russian spy couple only learned their nationality on flight to Moscow
By Anna Chernova and Radina Gigova, CNN (CNN) — The children of two Russian intelligence agents, who were among the detainees released as part…
Continue ReadingWho was freed in major prisoner swap between Russia and the West?
CNN, US GOV, POOL, STATE DEPT By Ivana Kottasová and Anna Chernova CNN (CNN) — American journalist Evan Gershkovich and former US Marine Paul…
Continue ReadingA 20-year-old college student from North Carolina died after falling from a Grand Canyon rim
By Paradise Afshar and Jay Croft, CNN (CNN) — The body of a college student was recovered from the Grand Canyon after he fell 400 feet from…
Continue ReadingFamine declared in Sudan’s Darfur region after months of civil war
By Christian Edwards, CNN (CNN) — Famine has officially been declared in at least one refugee camp sheltering hundreds of thousands of people…
Continue ReadingA mother turns grief over her daughter’s overdose death into a movement to save others struggling with addiction
By Meg Dunn, CNN Johnson, Vermont (CNN) — For so many Americans, Jenna Rae Tatro’s story is one that’s all too familiar. After a visit to…
Continue Reading5 things to know for Aug. 2: Prisoner swap, Campaign funds, Middle East, Airline fees, Venezuela election
By Alexandra Banner, CNN (CNN) — A summer surge of Covid-19 is underway as immunity begins to wear off from the last set of shots. Watch this…
Continue ReadingBangladesh bans Jamaat-e-Islami party following violent protests that left more than 200 dead
By Associated Press (CNN) — Bangladesh on Thursday banned the Jamaat-e-Islami party, its student wing and other associate bodies as “militant…
Continue ReadingUS says Maduro lost Venezuela election as opposition leader says she’s in hiding
By Alfredo Meza, Stefano Pozzebon and Abel Alvarado, CNN (CNN) — The United States has said “it is clear” that President Nicolas Maduro…
Continue ReadingFormer bookie embroiled in ex-Ohtani interpreter gambling scandal pleads guilty to running illegal sports betting business
By Cindy VonQuednow and Taylor Romine, CNN (CNN) — The former bookmaker at the center of the gambling scandal involving Dodgers baseball star…
Continue ReadingMercury’s riches, America’s hottest city, Cardi B’s message to her baby. Catch up on today’s stories
By Meghan Pryce, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! Another reason to hate turbulence: one airline is removing a popular hot snack from its long-haul…
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