57
Trevor Noah On Processing Tragedy On Late-night
n times when it is easy and understandable to be at a loss for words, late-night television hosts often find themselves searching for the right ones to say.
Cannabidiol Slashes Seizures In Kids With Rare Epilepsy, Study Finds
Cannabidiol, which is found in marijuana plants, reduced the number of convulsive seizures in children with a severe and often fatal epilepsy disorder, according to research published Wednesday in the New England Journal of Medicine. Among children taking cannabidiol, the decrease in the frequency of convulsive seizures -- which involve a loss of consciousness, stiffened muscles and jerking movements -- was 23 percentage points greater than the decrease in seizures among children taking a placebo.
Landslide Piles Onto California's Infrastructure Woes
It's been a brutal year so far for California's infrastructure.
5 Things for Thursday, May 25: Manchester Attack, Russia, Trump, Montana
Manchester's beloved soccer team, Manchester United, won a league title. It was an emotional, bittersweet victory. Here's what else you need to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
'Dancing with the Stars' Crowns New Champs, Ending Surprise-filled Season
Warning: This post discusses the results of the most recent season of "Dancing with the Stars."
Paul Ryan: James Comey Is Not a Nut Job
House Speaker Paul Ryan said Wednesday he doesn't agree with President Donald Trump that former FBI Director James Comey is a "nut job."
White House Gears Up for Prolonged Russia Fight
Donald Trump and his senior White House aides are preparing for what they expect to be a prolonged and trying fight over whether the President, his campaign or his ring of associates had inappropriate contacts with Russian operatives during the 2016 election.
Trump Should Be Scared, Comey Friend Says
A friend of James Comey said Tuesday that if he were President Donald Trump he would be scared of the former FBI director's pending testimony.
Trump Tells Pope Francis: 'I won't forget what you said'
After a highly anticipated meeting, Pope Francis appears to have left his mark on President Donald Trump.
Melania Trump Minds Vatican Protocol in Veil Decision
Melania Trump has dutifully considered every outfit she has worn during her first trip abroad as first lady -- her visit with Pope Francis on Wednesday was no exception.
'I'm scared:' Six-year-old Boy Makes Plea to End Gun Violence
He's eloquent, passionate and powerful. And he's only 6 years old. Jeffrey Laney of St. Louis apparently has had it up to here with the violence that he's seen in the city.
Neo-Nazi Converted to Islam, Killed Roommates Who 'disrespected' His Faith, Police Say
A former neo-Nazi who had recently converted to Islam is charged with murdering two of his roommates for "disrespecting" his new faith, police in Tampa, Florida said.
Inside One of the Wildest Tornado-chasing Days Ever Recorded
In the world of storm chasers, May 24, 2016, inspires a near-universal fascination. On that day, the panoramic skies stretching over the Great Plains just outside of Dodge City, Kansas, became the backdrop for a dazzling tornado outbreak, when a series of supercell thunderstorms produced at least 12 twisters immediately around the city.
Other Times Terror Attacks Targeted Children
At any Ariana Grande concert, teenage and preteen girls make up a good deal of the crowd.
11 Jurors Chosen for Cosby Trial
Eleven jurors have been picked thus far for the Bill Cosby trial after the second day of jury selection at the Allegheny County Courthouse in Pennsylvania. Cosby faces sexual offense charges that could land the former comedian in prison.
Seth Rich and The Myth Behind the Unsolved Murder Case
Nearly a year ago, Seth Rich was shot in the back as he made his way home one night in Washington.
US Officials Raise Security Profiles at Arenas
If you are going to a concert or ballgame this week in the United States, you may not notice increased security -- but it will be there.
How to Make Sense Of the School Choice Debate
During her time as education secretary, Betsy DeVos has made it very clear she supports educational choice. This week, she even went as far as calling opponents of the movement "flat earthers" who are holding America's children back.
Landslide Buries California's Scenic Highway Near Big Sur
Dirt and stones are blocking the sweeping views of a coastal scenic highway in California.
5 Things for Wednesday, May 24: Manchester Attack, President Trump, Venezuela
The whole world is reaching out to Manchester after the concert attack. Here's what you need to know to to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
McCain: Trump-Russia Allegations Like A 'Lousy Movie'
"Anybody who gets close to this investigation loses their job or ends up in a difficult position," Warner said
Warner: Panel's Next Steps On Flynn Coming Tuesday
Former national security adviser Michael Flynn announced Monday he's pleading the Fifth
Unidentified object flies from North Korea over border with South
South Korea's military fired warning shots after it spotted an unidentified object flying from North Korea across their shared border, according to the South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Sen. Rand Paul Plans to Force Vote On $110 Billion Saudi Arms Deal
Sen. Rand Paul intends to force a vote in the Senate on the $110 billion arms deal to Saudi Arabia that President Donald Trump announced during his visit there, to a Paul aide told CNN.
Hillary Clinton's 'Email' Problem Was Bigger Than Anyone Realized
Hillary Clinton's ongoing struggle to deal with the revelation that she used a private email server during her time as secretary of state dominated the conversation about her presidential candidacy, and research suggests it might have doomed her campaign, according to a new study by a consortium of pollsters released over the weekend.
Microsoft Updates The Surface Pro, But Don't Call It A Tablet
Microsoft wants you to think of its new Surface Pro as a laptop with a touchscreen -- not a tablet with a keyboard.
Ariana Grande Suspends Tour Following Manchester Terror Attack
Pop star Ariana Grande has suspended her "Dangerous Woman" tour in the wake of a terror attack following her concert in Manchester that left 22 people dead, a source with knowledge of the situation told CNN.
Snapchat Unveils Custom Stories, Amid Battle With Facebook
On Tuesday, Snapchat unveiled a new tool that lets users collaborate with friends and family to create custom Stories. Stories are photo and video posts that are shared by users and disappear after 24 hours.
Uber's CEO Is Just So Misunderstood
Over the years, Uber's CEO has been described as arrogant and a "bro-y alpha-nerd" -- along with plenty of more colorful terms not fit to print here. And that was before Uber's endless string of PR crises kicked off this year.
$1,000 In Netflix 15 Years Ago Worth $140K Today
There was no streaming media yet. Blockbuster was still a legitimate threat. It might as well have been the 1980s -- like it is on the Netflix cult sci-fi hit "Stranger Things."
How To Hide Your Embarrassing Instagram Posts
Facebook-owned Instagram is testing a new "archive" feature that lets users hide posts to a private space on their profile. As part of the test, users can also un-hide posts at any time to return them to their previous place on the profile page.
"007" Actor Sir Roger Moore Dies at 89, Family Says
Sir Roger Moore, the actor famed for portraying James Bond in seven "007" films between 1973 and 1985, has died after a battle with cancer, according to his family. He was 89.
Bill Cosby Arrives for Day 2 of Jury Selection In His Sex Offense Trial
For decades, he was one of America's most popular entertainers. Now, Bill Cosby is facing trial on sexual offense charges that could land the comedian in prison for the rest of his life.
Ariana Grande On Fatal Manchester Incident: 'I don't have words'
Singer Ariana Grande is expressing her remorse following an incident at her concert in Manchester, England that left at least 19 people dead.
Terror In the UK: Decades of Deadly Attacks
Several deadly terror attacks have struck the UK in recent decades -- mostly in London.
Pop Stars Pay Tribute to Ariana Grande Concert Attack Victims
Celebrities took to Twitter to pay tribute and express their sympathy in the wake of a terror attack at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, England on Monday evening that left at least 22 people dead and dozens injured.
Manchester Arena Attack: What We Know And Don't Know
An explosion ripped through a crowd of people leaving an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, England on Monday night. The deadliest attack on British soil since the 2005 London bombings has left a country in mourning and police searching for answers.
Manchester Terror Attack: 22 Dead at Ariana Grande Concert Blast
At least 22 people, including children, have been killed in a blast at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, in the deadliest terror attack on British soil since the 2005 London bombings.
'Skin and blood everywhere': Witness Describes Chaos in Manchester
Singer Ariane Grande had just performed her last song, "Dangerous Woman," to delighted fans, and the lights had just come on.
5 Things for Tuesday, May 23: Manchester Attack, Russia, Trump
The aftermath of an unfathomable attack in Great Britain leads off the things you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Mark Zuckerberg: I'm Not Running For Office
Speculation that Zuckerberg may be preparing to run for office has flourished during his "listening tour," in which he has been traveling the country -- and posing for photos at a Ford plant, on a tractor, feeding a cow and sitting down to dinner with an Ohio family he surprised.
Bitcoin Prices Are Soaring under Trump
Last week, markets were rocked after reports about former FBI director James Comey's memo about being asked by Trump to stop an investigation of former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn's ties to Russia.
Elon Musk Says Tesla Can't Yet Launch In India
CEO Elon Musk suggested on Monday that plans to begin selling cars in India as soon as this summer have been delayed.
New Ford CEO's Resume Includes Furniture And Football
Hackett, 62, was named Monday to replace Mark Fields, who was ousted after a three-year tenure. The stock price fell almost 40% with Fields in charge, and Ford fell behind competitors in the race to develop electric and later self-driving cars.
How Facebook Decides What Violent And Explicit Content Is Allowed
As the company scrambles to deal with videos of suicide and murder posted on its platform, a report from The Guardian gives new insights into the uncomfortable role the social media giant now plays as a content regulator.
Red Nose Day Founder Says 'Love Actually' Short Was An Easy Sell
In just a few days, "Love Actually" fans will find out what has happened to their favorite characters since the film first turned audiences into absolute mush 14 years ago.
Black Lawmaker Received Racist Threats After Calling for Impeachment
Rep. Al Green played recordings at a town hall on Saturday of racist threats he received after recently calling for President Donald Trump's impeachment.
Trump Is Proposing Massive Cuts to Food Stamps. His Voters Might Not Like That
The budget President Donald Trump is expected to unveil this week will include massive cuts to Medicaid, to child tax credit, to the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families -- and to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) aka food stamps
Chris Christie: I warned Trump about Flynn
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie said on Monday that if it were up to him, retired Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn never would have had a White House job.