Defender Dante Remembers Brazil's 'painful' 7-1 World Cup Defeat to Germany
It's a date -- July 8, 2014 -- etched indelibly, painfully into the memories of Brazilian football fans all across the globe.
Emma Stone Says Male Co-stars Have Taken Pay Cuts for Her
Emma Stone may be playing tennis legend Billie Jean King 40 years after King's most famous match, but the two still have something in common: a problem with gender-based pay disparity in their professions.
A Parent Killing a Child Happens More Often Than We Think
It's the most unfathomable of crimes: a parent killing their own child. It grabs headlines when it happens -- like this week in Georgia, where a mom is accused of stabbing four of her children to death. The reality is, filicides happen with depressing regularity in the US. And mothers are almost as likely to be the killers as fathers.
How to Make Fast Food Healthier for Vegetarians and Vegans
Ordering fast food can be tricky for people who are trying to eat healthfully, but it can be particularly challenging for vegetarians. Menus are often limited in vegetarian staples such as beans, lentils, whole grains and vegetables.
This STD is Becoming 'smarter' and Harder to Treat
Gonorrhea is becoming harder and in some cases impossible to treat with antibiotics, the World Health Organization said.
State Department Names Special Envoy to Ukraine
The State Department has tapped Kurt Volker to be its special representative for Ukraine, the department announced Friday.
Trump, Putin High-stakes Showdown at G20 Ends After Over 2 Hours
President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin's high-stakes meeting at the G20 summit here in Germany has ended, lasting four times its planned length.
Ohio Man Pleads Guilty to Trying to Join ISIS, Feds Say
An Ohio man pleaded guilty Thursday to trying to join ISIS, the US Department of Justice said.
Ex-Sheriff Joe Arpaio's Fate in Criminal Contempt Trial Rests with Judge
Former Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio claimed "nobody is higher than me," and told his deputies they could enforce federal immigration law in defiance of a court order, a prosecutor said Thursday in the closing arguments for Arpaio's criminal contempt trial.
Cory Booker on 2020: 'I don't know what the future's going to bring'
New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker seems to tread carefully around speculation of a potential 2020 White House bid.
Delta Flight Security Incident Leaves 3 Injured
A Delta Air Lines flight turned back after takeoff from Seattle to Beijing on Thursday night following a "security incident" in the first class cabin.
5 Things for Friday, July 7: G20, Russian Spying, Ethics Watchdog, Gonorrhea
Michael Phelps opened up to CNN about his mental health struggles. It's one of several long reads you can settle in with this weekend. For now, here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Hulk: 'I'm sure racism doesn't exist in Russia anymore'
Two years on from saying he encountered racism in "almost every game," former Zenit St. Petersburg striker Hulk says the issue is no longer a problem in Russia.
Charlie Gard: British Baby at the Center of Global Debate
Eleven-month-old Charlie Gard has irreversible brain damage and cannot see, hear, move or even cry, doctors say. Yet this terminally ill British baby is at the middle of a global ethical argument over whether he should live or die, an argument that has attracted the attention of Pope Francis and US President Donald Trump.
Kelly Clarkson Is Not Here for Your Body Shaming
Troll Kelly Clarkson at your own risk. The Grammy-winning singer shut down a Twitter user who had something to say about her weight.
'Snowfall' Wades Into Early Days of Crack Cocaine
The dirty business of drugs is a crowded neighborhood on television these days. Yet "Snowfall" carves out its own turf, delivering a potent cocktail garnished with elements of "The Wire," "Traffic" and "Narcos," as the early days of crack cocaine unfold from multiple perspectives.
Police Kill Gunman Trying to Steal Helicopter at Oregon Airport
Police in Oregon fatally shot a man who attempted to steal a helicopter from a private air hangar at an airport near Portland, authorities said Monday.
NYPD Officer Shot in the Head, Dies in Hospital
A police officer was fatally shot early Wednesday as she sat in a command vehicle in New York, authorities said.
5 Things for Wednesday, July 5: North Korea, G20, Voter Rolls, Reddit, UK Baby
Welcome back! We're sure you're bright-eyed and bushy-tailed and ready for the rest of the week. Here's what you need to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Chris Christie's Sunbathing Pics Clinch It: He's Stopped Caring
On Friday, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie ordered beaches across the Garden State closed -- a reaction to the ongoing budget impasse in the state's legislature.
White House Pays Women 80 Cents for Every Dollar Paid to Men
Women working in the White House earn an average salary of 80 cents for every dollar paid to their male colleagues, a CNN analysis found.
Trump, Putin and The Meeting That Could Shape the World
US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have been circling one another, intrigued yet at a distance, ever since the former real estate tycoon launched his convention-busting White House bid.
Poll: Majority of Americans Say Civility Has Declined Since Trump Elected
The majority of Americans -- seven in 10 -- say the level of civility in Washington has declined since Donald Trump was elected President of the United States, a new NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll finds.
The Dangers of Blaming Social Media for America's Problems
It's dangerous to pin all of our country's problems on social media. From both ends of the polarized political spectrum, "there's a tendency to blame social media" for a degradation of the public discourse, "when social media really is just reflecting larger trends in society," author Emily Parker told Brian Stelter in this week's "Reliable Sources" podcast. "We are providing the content."
Porsche Reveals Most Powerful 911 Ever
Porsche has just unveiled the fastest and most powerful version of its iconic 911 sports car.
Trump Punches CNN In a Juvenile Tweet
President Trump is wrestling with challenges both at home and abroad -- but on Twitter he's wrestling with CNN.
Tesla to Deliver First Model 3 Cars This Month
Tesla's first mass market electric car will start rolling off the production line this week.
Samsung's Galaxy Note 7 is Back! (Just don't call it the Note 7)
Samsung's fire-prone smartphone that sparked a global crisis is making a comeback.
Crayola Opens Colorful Contest for New Crayon Shade
Crayola fans feeling blue about the recent retirement of the beloved dandelion from the crayon box now have a chance to help choose its replacement.
Suspect in Student's Kidnapping Linked to Abduction Fantasy Web Page, FBI Says
Before Brendt Christensen allegedly kidnapped Yingying Zhang, he may have visited an online forum called "Abduction 101," with threads called "Perfect abduction fantasy" and "planning a kidnapping," an FBI agent said.
Amtrak Train Derails Near Chambers Bay Golf Course in Washington
An Amtrak train derailed in Washington state near a well-known golf course on Sunday.
Hospital Gunman Fired From Job Week Before Shooting, NY Official Says
The doctor who killed one of his former colleagues and injured six others during a shooting rampage at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital on Friday had been fired from a separate city job just one week earlier, a New York City official told CNN.
5 Things for Monday, July 3: Trump Tweets, Health Care, An Attack in Iraq
Have a great 4th! Five Things is off tomorrow, but when we get back, the world will be waiting for the Trump-Putin meeting at the G20 summit in Germany. Until then, here are the 5 things you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Delegitimizing His Presidency, One Tweet At a Time
It marked a rare presidential moment on a most un-presidential day -- Donald Trump stood at a podium flanked by flags as "Stars and Stripes Forever" rang out, after delivering a speech on energy.
How Yellow Affects Your State of Mind
Ever heard that if you looked at the color yellow for too long, you might begin to feel anxious or irritated? Or that babies are more likely to cry in yellow rooms and a colleague sporting the color would be judged deeply? Or considered a coward?
Self-driving Police Patrol to Hit Dubai
Self-driving police vehicles are set to hit Dubai -- but don't expect to catch a ride in one. This autonomous police car is tiny. Continuing a Smart Dubai initiative, which saw Dubai Police introduce a humanoid robot officer last month, the force has signed an agreement with Singaporean company OTSAW Digital to introduce so-called "autonomous outdoor security robot" O-R3 by the end of 2017.
Confederations Cup: The Fan Experience
Traveling around a country as vast as Russia is bound to throw up some logistical problems.
'Big Bang Theory' Star Johnny Galecki Thanks Firefighters Following House Blaze
"Big Bang Theory" star Johnny Galecki has expressed his thanks to the men and women of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, days after a large blaze claimed his home.
Police: Venus Williams at Fault in Fatal Crash; Victim's Family Sues
A police report says that Venus Williams is responsible for a car accident earlier this month in Florida, which caused injuries to a 78-year-old man who later died.
Jay Z Apologizes to Beyoncé In One of His 'best songs'
Jay Z dropped his new album "4:44" at midnight on Friday and sent the Internet into a frenzy.
5 Things for Friday, June 30: Trump Tweets, China, Germany, Travel Ban
It's Fourth of July weekend!! Be careful out there. Some popular fireworks have been recalled after unintended explosions. Here's what else you need Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Study: State Revenue Declines Lead to Cuts in Children’s Medicaid Benefits, Education Spending
State spending cuts during economic downturns fall more heavily on children than the elderly, according to new research by experts at Rice University. Their findings are published in the National Tax Journal and analyze implications for policymakers.
London to Open World's Fastest Urban Zip Wire
ondon thrill-seekers will soon be able to see the city's famous skyline from a whole new angle -- thanks to a new zip line opening in July. The concept is the brainchild of Zip World -- a Welsh adventure company now branching out to the capital.
Emilia Clarke Is Ready to Bring Khaleesi's Story to An End On 'Game of Thrones'
HBO might be looking at a myriad of ways to continue the "Game of Thrones" phenomenon after the series completes its eighth and final season, but Emilia Clake is ready to bring Khaleesi's story to a proper end.
John Mayer Seems to Have Learned From His Past
John Mayer, you've come a long way. In a new interview with Rolling Stone, the singer said he's coming into adulthood as he approaches 40.
111 People Died Under California's New Right-to-die Law
One hundred eleven people died last year under California's new right-to-die law, according to a report released Tuesday by the state's Department of Public Health.
Donald Trump's Son Eric Opens New Turnberry Golf Course
While his father runs the US, Donald Trump's son Eric has been busy launching the new "King Robert the Bruce" golf course at the Trump Turnberry resort in Scotland.
Michelle Rodriguez Threatens to Leave 'Fast & Furious' Franchise
Michelle Rodriguez is standing up for her female cast members. The actress announced on Instagram that she is prepared to leave behind her beloved role as Letty Ortiz in the hit "Fast and the Furious" franchise due to its lack of strong female voices in the series.
Most 2014 World Cup Head Impacts Didn't Receive Concussion Protocols, Study Says
More than 3 billion people around the world tuned in to watch soccer's 2014 FIFA World Cup, during which there were 81 head collisions. And only 15% of those injured players received a concussion assessment from health care personnel, according to a report published Tuesday in JAMA.
Skin Patch May Be the Future of Flu Vaccines, Study Suggests
The future of flu vaccines just might come in a tiny, prickly patch. A phase 1 clinical trial, the results of which were published in the medical journal Lancet on Tuesday, has deemed the dissolvable microneedle flu patch to be "well tolerated" and safe for possible use.
