Winning the War Against Ancient Diseases
The World Health Organization is on track to meet its goals to control, eliminate or eradicate sleeping sickness, Chagas and other ancient illnesses by 2020.
Preparing to Fly With Kids With Autism
The airport security line has become routine, if still stressful, for most travelers these days.
British and Irish Lions Tour 2017: All you need to know
Four nations, one rugby team. One goal -- to win a Test series against the mighty All Blacks of New Zealand.
Pence Confident Health Care Legislation Will Pass
Vice President Mike Pence acknowledged Wednesday that some of the Trump administration's promises have not yet come to fruition, but he is confident that efforts to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act will be fruitful.
Trump's Erdogan Call Reflects Terrorism Focus, White House Says
The Trump administration issued one mightily mixed message Monday.
Against Its Wishes, Auburn Hosts White Nationalist Richard Spencer
At least two people were arrested Tuesday at Auburn University amid mostly peaceful protests over the appearance of white nationalist Richard Spencer, whose speaking events have sparked an outcry at other schools.
Pence Says US Won't Negotiate Directly With North Korea -- for Now
The United States will not be negotiating directly with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un anytime soon, Vice President Mike Pence told CNN in an exclusive interview.
What Do Recycled Tires Have to Do With Religious Liberty? The Supreme Court Is About to Find Out
When Missouri launched an initiative in 2012 to encourage schools to use recycled tires to produce safer playground surfaces, it likely had no idea it was triggering a major religious liberty fight.
Democrats Needed a Win. They Didn't Get One in Georgia.
For the second time in a week, Republicans dodged a potential political cataclysm.
Tillerson: Iran Complying With Nuclear Deal, But Still Sponsoring Terrorism
Iran is sticking to the terms of its nuclear deal made with the Obama administration, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has concluded, but he questions whether sanctions should keep being lifted, given Iran's continued support for terrorism.
Maryland Rape Survivors No Longer Need to Prove They Fought Back
Sexual assault survivors in Maryland don't have to prove they physically fought their attackers to establish that a crime occurred under a new law signed by Gov. Larry Hogan.
Police Chief: Fresno Killings a Hate Crime
A man fatally shot three people in less than two minutes in what police in Fresno, California, are calling a hate crime.
Facebook Killing: Ex-girlfriend Joy Lane Meets, Prays With Victim's Daughters
The three women hugged, talked and wept, united in grief by a killer who recorded the last minutes of his victim's life.
Former NFL Star Aaron Hernandez Hangs Himself in Prison, Officials Say
Convicted murderer and former NFL star Aaron Hernandez was found hanged in his Massachusetts prison cell Wednesday morning, officials said, just days after he was acquitted in a separate murder case.
5 Things for Wednesday, April 19: Facebook, Georgia rRce, UK "snap" Election
Here are the 5 things you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Houston Police Searching for Man Accused of Killing 2, Shooting Another
Authorities in Houston are searching for an armed and dangerous man accused of killing his estranged wife and another man on Monday, as well as non-fatally shooting a neighbor on Tuesday, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
Hollywood writers' strike hovers
The writers and Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers issued a brief statement late Monday saying that they would resume talks on April 25, leaving less than week before the May 1 expiration of their existing contract.
Mark Zuckerberg makes cursory mention of Facebook murder video at F8
Mark Zuckerberg used his biggest press event of the year to briefly address an uproar over a murder video posted to Facebook.
Trump's new problem: Americans aren't shopping
President Trump keeps pushing "Buy American." He's planning to tout it again at a stop in Wisconsin on Tuesday.
United CEO Oscar Munoz: No one has been fired over passenger incident
"It was a system failure," said CEO Oscar Munoz in response to a reporter's question on Tuesday. "There was never a consideration for firing an employee or anyone around it."
75 Years Ago, The Doolittle Raid Changed History
Richard Cole was not thinking much about the future when flying in the surprise Doolittle revenge raid on Japan 75 years ago Tuesday. He says he was scared all the time. Now, at age 101, he is the last survivor of the 80 gallant men who successfully bombed Japan and delivered a giant morale boost for the United States just months after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
China OKs trademarks for Ivanka Trump's company on day she met with Xi
The Chinese government gave provisional approval to Ivanka Trump's company for at least two trademarks April 6, according to Chinese trademark documents reviewed by CNN.
Why Big Oil wants Trump to stay in Paris climate deal
President Trump could deal the landmark Paris climate agreement a massive blow this week.
Cleveland Murder Suspect Steve Stephens Kills Himself After Pursuit
Steve Stephens, the Cleveland murder suspect who posted video of the slaying on Facebook, killed himself in Pennsylvania after a police chase, officers said Tuesday.
Facebook finally makes a virtual reality world
The conference is a chance for Zuckerberg and his executives to wax poetic about all they ways they're changing the world, while also getting brands excited to sell things on Facebook.
Hillary Clinton only has herself to blame for her 2016 loss
Hillary Clinton's loss at the hands of Donald Trump last November is the single biggest upset in modern presidential politics.
CNN to host town hall with Ohio Gov. John Kasich
The town hall, which will be moderated by CNN's Anderson Cooper, will focus on President Donald Trump's first 100 days in office, Kasich's reflections on the 2016 campaign and his new book, "Two Paths, America Divided or United."
Want Donald Trump to say nice things about you? Say nice things about him
That congratulatory call was a far cry from the decidedly tepid response from Trump's State Department that urged Erdogan "to protect the fundamental rights and freedoms of all its citizens -- regardless of their vote on April 16."
One reason President Donald Trump changed his rhetoric on China? He really likes the Chinese president
President Trump listed two key reasons for his change in rhetoric towards China
President Trump has a long history of praise for autocrats, dictators and strongmen
From Vladimir Putin to Saddam Hussein, President Donald Trump has a long history of regularly and openly expressing admiration for a rogues' gallery of foreign dictators and authoritarians.
Cleveland murder suspect Steve Stephens kills himself after pursuit
Steve Stephens, the Cleveland murder suspect who posted video of the slaying on Facebook, killed himself in Pennsylvania after a police chase, officers said Tuesday.
Family of Man Killed in Facebook Video Says He Was 'stripped of his dignity'
A phone call. Then a scream on the other end. That's how Tammy Godwin found out that her father, Robert Godwin Sr., had been shot to death.
Coachella Attendees Use 'Find my iPhone' App to Track Down Thief
Move over Scooby Doo gang. There's a new mystery-solving team in town, and they're sporting flower crowns.
Facebook Murder Suspect Steve Stephens Could Be Anywhere
The nationwide manhunt for Steve Stephens has led to a series of dead ends, forcing authorities to scour abandoned buildings and plead for the public's help in turning in the murder suspect.
Trump Campaign Raking in Money for 2020, Disclosures Show
President Donald Trump and the Republican Party are fast at work amassing a war chest for 2020, raising tens of millions of dollars before Trump even marks his 100th day in the White House.
Immigration Arrests Rise in First Months of Trump Administration
The number of undocumented immigrant arrests rose by roughly one-third in the first weeks of the Trump administration, largely driven by an increase in the number of non-criminals arrested.
People Really Don't Like Paul Ryan. But Why?
House Speaker Paul Ryan is the least popular person to hold that job in a very long time, according to a new poll conducted by the Pew Research Center.
How a Georgia House Race Could Rock the National Political Landscape
Eighteen candidates are running in the special election primary to replace Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price in Georgia's 6th district on Tuesday.
Trump Aide Epshteyn Joining Trump-friendly TV Network
A controversial White House aide is not landing another job within the Trump administration as had been expected since his departure.
Dems Look South to Test Anti-Trump Strategy
Voters here sent Newt Gingrich to Congress for two decades. Tom Price, the conservative Republican tapped by President Donald Trump to dismantle Obamacare, represented the district for another dozen years.
Spicer Defends White House's Lack of Transparency
The President's tax returns and White House visitor logs -- both public information under the previous administration -- will remain private under President Donald Trump.
Blackhawk Military Helicopter Crashes in Maryland
A UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter with three crew members on board experienced a hard landing Monday, crashing in Leonardtown, Maryland.
What to Watch: White House Faces Key Decision Points
For a young White House still gripped with internal divisions, a set of upcoming events are taking on new significance. President Donald Trump -- who spent last weekend without his senior-most aides at his Florida estate -- is still caught between a conservative faction, led by senior adviser Steve Bannon, and a more moderate bloc, led by his son-in-law Jared Kushner.
There's a New World's Oldest Woman
How to be the oldest person in the world? Don't drink rum, according to 117-year-old Jamaican Violet-Mosse Brown, recently dubbed the world's oldest human.
Homeless, Terminally Ill Dogs Find Sanctuary Here
The brown-eyed beagle rests his head on the edge of his bed, his eyes peering out as volunteers walk by and stop to pet him. He's known as "Much Loved Bob," and volunteers say he doesn't have much time left.
Tennessee Could Make College Free for 'older adults'
It's back to school in Tennessee, but not for the kids. The state House passed a bill that would fund two years of community college or technical school for "older adults" for free. The bill now goes to the state Senate.
Prince Death Investigation Documents: Opioids Found in Several Places in Paisley Park
Opioid painkillers were found in several places in Paisley Park in the days following Prince's death last year, court documents released Monday showed.
2 Detroit Police Officers Responding to Burglary Injured in Shooting
Two Detroit police officers who went to a home to investigate a burglary call late Sunday were wounded in a shooting when they approached the location, the city police chief said.
Search for Suspect in Facebook Homicide Video Widens to 5 States
A man who allegedly killed an elderly father after he had enjoyed an Easter meal with his children -- then posted a video of the killing on Facebook -- may no longer be in the Cleveland area, police said Monday.

