World News African samurai: The enduring legacy of a black warrior in feudal JapanCNN - Words by Emiko Jozuka, CNN Graphics by Natalie Leung, CNNHong Kong (CNN) — When feudal Japan's most powerful warlord Nobunaga Oda met Yasuke, a black slave-turned-retainer, in 1581, he believed the man was a god. Oda had never seen an African before. And like
World News The UK's austerity policies have left thousands without enough food, HRW saysCNN - By Lauren Said-Moorhouse and Simon Cullen, CNN(CNN) — The UK government is violating its obligations to ensure families have enough food to live on, according to a damning new report from Human Rights Watch (HRW). Monday's report said austerity-motivated
Dallas, TX Transgender woman attacked in April found dead on Dallas streetCNN - By Sheena Jones and Susannah Cullinane, CNN(CNN) — A transgender woman whose April assault made national news was found dead on a Dallas, Texas, street Saturday morning, police said. Police responded to a report of a shooting in the 7200 block
Google Maps Google may just have killed Huawei's bid to become the world's top smartphone brandCNN - By Sherisse Pham, CNN BusinessHong Kong (CNN Business) — Google is cutting back on its business with Huawei, following an order from the Trump administration barring American companies from selling to the Chinese tech firm without
Jon Snow 'Game of Thrones' finale recap: Ashes to ashesCNN - By AJ Willingham, CNN(CNN) — Some say the world will end in fire. / Some say in ice. And so, our song of ice and fire ends as we all said it would: In extended council meetings and elective monarchy! Congratulations to anyone
Greg Abbott Nearly two years since the Sutherland Springs church massacre, a new sanctuary marks an era of healingCNN - By Christina Maxouris, CNN(CNN) — Sunday was the first time the bells of the First Baptist Church tolled in nearly two years. In 2017, 26 people were gunned down in the small Sutherland Springs community church in what Texas Gov.
Lori Lightfoot Lori Lightfoot to be inaugurated as Chicago's first black lesbian mayorCNN - By Amir Vera, CNN(CNN) — Monday will mark a historic day in Chicago as the city inaugurates its first African American lesbian mayor. Lori Lightfoot, a former assistant US attorney, will be sworn in at 10:30 a.m. at Wintrust
James Holzhauer 'Jeopardy!' champion James Holzhauer is back on Monday. Here's where he standsCNN - By Harmeet Kaur, CNN(CNN) — "Jeopardy!" is back to its regularly scheduled programming on Monday, and that means James Holzhauer is back on the buzzer. After a two week hiatus due to the "Jeopardy!" Teachers Tournament, record-breaking,
Taiwan Taiwan furious after China attempts to take credit for LGBT marriage winCNN - By Steven Jiang, CNNBeijing (CNN) — Taiwan has lashed out at China's state media for attempting to take credit for the island's historic decision to legalize same-sex marriage. On Friday, Taiwan's legislators passed a bill
Justin Amash Trump allies mobilize against congressman's impeachment revoltCNN - Analysis by Stephen Collinson, CNN(CNN) — Republicans are moving fast to squelch Justin Amash's rebellion against Donald Trump before his conclusion that the President "engaged in impeachable conduct" -- the first by a GOP lawmaker --
Photo Editing What a shot! 30 amazing sports photosCNN Take a look at 30 amazing sports photos from May 12 to May 19.
Extreme Weather Texas and Oklahoma bracing for tornadoes and floods as another round of storms returns to the Southern PlainsCNN - By Christina Maxouris, CNN(CNN) — The Central and Southern Plains -- which have already been battered by pounding thunderstorms, tornadoes and hail -- are taking cover before another round of dangerous weather. A "potent spring
Exit polls suggest a win for Narendra Modi in world's biggest electionsCNN - By Helen Regan, CNNVaranasi, India (CNN) — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on course to win a second term after polling in the world's biggest election came to a close on Sunday, initial exit polls suggest. Most exit
Debt Management A billionaire will pay off debt of Morehouse College's 2019 graduates. Here is what that gesture meansCNN - By Darran Simon, CNN(CNN) — Billionaire investor Robert F. Smith's commitment to pay off the student loan debt for graduates of the historically black Morehouse College covers millions of dollars, the school said. "When have
Ron Howard Ron Howard and Brian Grazer say they will boycott Georgia if the 'heartbeat bill' goes into effectCNN - By Amir Vera, CNN(CNN) — Filmmaker Ron Howard and producer Brian Grazer have joined the list of Hollywood stars who say they will boycott Georgia after the state's governor signed the controversial "heartbeat bill" into
Jon Snow 'Game of Thrones' finale flies high, but can't quite stick the landingCNN - By Brian Lowry, CNN(CNN) — The following contains spoilers about the "Game of Thrones" series finale that premiered May 19. "When you play the Game of Thrones, you win or you die." After eight seasons, 73 episodes and a
News Trump appears to confirm cyberattack against Russian entity during midtermsCNN - By Kevin Bohn, CNNWashington D.C. (CNN) — President Donald Trump appeared to confirm that the United States had conducted a cyberattack against a Russian entity during last year's midterm elections in an interview aired
World News For Modi, India's marathon election ends where it all beganCNN - By Helen Regan and Omar Khan, CNNVaranasi, India (CNN) — The River Ganges, or the Ganga to Indians, is one of Hinduism's most sacred waterways. Considered the personification of goddess Ganga, it is worshiped by millions of the faithful.
Bluetooth Save big on these sweat proof Bluetooth earbudsCNN - Jacob KrolAs part of an ongoing series, the CNN Underscored team showcases outstanding deals you can shop right now on the CNN Store. Each week, our staff chooses a product to feature that we think you'll love.
World News World's biggest cave is even bigger than we thoughtCNN - By Kate Springer, CNN(CNN) — Thanks to discoveries made during a recent expedition in Vietnam , it appears the world's largest cave, Son Doong, is even bigger than previously thought. Last month, a trio of British divers the
Pete Buttigieg Buttigieg takes to Fox News and slams Fox NewsCNN - By Dan Merica, CNN(CNN) — Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg used a Fox News town hall in New Hampshire on Sunday to slam two of the network's primetime opinion hosts, knocking both Tucker Carlson and Laura
College & University Morehouse College grad shares plans after loan debt paidCNN Morehouse College graduate Elijah Nesly Dormeus explains what billionaire investor Robert F. Smith paying off his student loan debt means to him.
Vietnam World's biggest cave even bigger than we thoughtCNN Divers have discovered an underwater tunnel that connects Vietnam's Son Doong -- the world's largest cave -- with another enormous cave.
Alabama Graduation party ends in deadly gunfireCNN One person was killed and eight others were wounded after gunfire erupted during a high school graduation party in Alabama.
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge Prince William and Duchess Catherine just released some adorable new family photosCNN - By Harmeet Kaur, CNN(CNN) — Kensington Palace took to social media and shared some new photos of the royal family frolicking around in new garden co-designed by the Duchess of Cambridge. The "Back to Nature" garden, also
TBS CNN analyst: Here's the nuclear option for CongressCNN CNN legal analyst Elie Honig breaks down the options Congress has to force the White House and Justice Department to comply with subpoenas.
PGA Championship Brooks Koepka clinches fourth major at PGA ChampionshipCNN - By Rob Hodgetts, CNN(CNN) — The coronation had more spice than he would have liked, but Brooks Koepka held his nerve to seal back-to-back PGA Championship titles to confirm his status as a once-in-a-generation player. The
Trayvon Martin Sybrina Fulton, Trayvon Martin's mother, to run for political officeCNN - By Darran Simon, CNN(CNN) — Sybrina Fulton, an African-American mother who became a social justice activist after the 2012 fatal shooting of her son, Trayvon Martin, is running for political office in Florida. Fulton will
Jon Snow What we think will happen on tonight's 'Game of Thrones' finaleCNN - By Melissa Gray, CNN(CNN) — After eight years the world is finally about to find out how "Game of Thrones" ends. We know some characters will die. There will probably be dragon fire. A lot of us won't be happy with the outcome.
News Egypt explosion injures tourists near Giza pyramidsCNN - By Magdy Samaan and Sarah El Sirgany, CNNCairo, Egypt (CNN) — At least 17 people were wounded in an explosion that targeted a tourist bus on its way to visit Egypt's Giza pyramids, a doctor at the hospital where they are being treated told CNN.
