New artificial snowmaking technology offers lifeline to struggling ski resorts
Nestled in the Pyrenees mountains, La Molina is Spain’s oldest ski resort. It boasts the biggest superpipe in the Pyrenees and its slopes have hosted high-profile events, from the Alpine Skiing World Cup to the Snowboard World Championships. But La Molina now faces an existential threat: The death of snow.
Man pleads not guilty to multiple charges, including attempted murder, in Queens stabbing spree
A New York man pleaded not guilty Friday to attempted murder - other charges in what police claimed was mostly unprovoked series of stabbings across the city this week.
Israeli government divisions deepen; cabinet minister says defeating Hamas unrealistic
Divisions within the Israeli government are deepening after war cabinet minister Gadi Eisenkot suggested the key war aim of defeating Hamas is unrealistic and called for elections within months.
First known action in criminal justice system - special grand jury examines Uvalde response
A special grand jury was chosen in Uvalde, Texas, Friday to investigate the response to the 2022 massacre at Robb Elementary School, according to area newspapers.
Anti-abortion advocates look to state legislatures at second post-Roe March for Life
Anti-abortion advocates gathered in Washington, DC, on Friday for the annual March for Life — the second since the Supreme Court overturned federal abortion protections.
More snow hitting Great Lakes and Northeast, closing schools - hampering travel
Another round of snow is covering the Northeast Friday, triggering emergency protocols in several areas as officials warn the conditions could make for dangerous travel through the evening.
Microsoft says state-sponsored Russian hacking group accessed email accounts of senior leaders
A Russian hacking group gained access to some email accounts of Microsoft senior leaders, the software giant disclosed in a regulatory filing Friday afternoon.
Netanyahu told Biden in private phone call he was not foreclosing the possibility of a Palestinian state in any form
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu explained to President Joe Biden in a phone call Friday that the public comments he made a day earlier — in which he appeared to reject the idea of creating a Palestinian state — were not meant to foreclose that outcome in any form, a person familiar with the conversation told CNN.
Georgia prosecutor on Trump case paid for trips with District Attorney Willis on his credit card, court filing shows
The special prosecutor hired by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to pursue the criminal case against former President Donald Trump bought tickets for Willis to accompany him on at least two out-of-state trips, records released Friday show.
Feds crack down hard on selling of personal data without consent
The US government is coming down hard on a data broker accused of selling consumers’ detailed location histories without their consent, highlighting privacy regulators’ growing focus on a sensitive and revealing form of personal information.
Ford is cutting back F-150 Lightning electric truck production
Ford will shut down one of two production shifts in April at the Dearborn, Michigan, factory that builds the F-150 Lightning electric pickup. The move is part of “matching F-150 Lightning production to customer demand,” the company said Friday.
Sen. Tim Scott expected to endorse Trump Friday in New Hampshire
Former GOP presidential candidate and South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott is expected to endorse Donald Trump on Friday in New Hampshire, a source familiar told CNN.
Sports Illustrated’s publisher lays off most of its staff, union says
The future of Sports Illustrated was uncertain Friday after the publisher of the iconic magazine and website laid off most or “probably all” of its guild-represented staff, its union said.
Texas authorities have begun arresting migrants at a public park near the US-Mexico border, official says
As the migrant crisis continues at the US-Mexico border and beyond, tensions between Texas and federal officials remain high. Here are the latest developments:
SLIM mission reaches moon; losing power due to solar cell issue
Japan’s “Moon Sniper” robotic explorer landed on the lunar surface, but the mission may end prematurely since the spacecraft’s solar cell is not generating electricity, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency said. The agency said it is currently receiving a signal from the lander, which is communicating as expected.
Los Angeles Innocence Project representing Scott Peterson, convicted of killing wife/unborn child
The Los Angeles Innocence Project is now representing Scott Peterson, who was convicted of murder in 2004 in the deaths of his wife and their unborn son, the group said Thursday.
2024 New Year’s resolutions failed - try taking things week by week
Several years ago, after some major losses and personal setbacks, I gave up entirely on making New Year’s resolutions.
Last year’s home sales lowest since 1995
The residential real estate market tumbled in 2023, as soaring interest rates steadily slowed sales activity — but home prices still hit a record high.
Americans feeling better about economy - thanks slowing inflation
Americans’ attitudes on the economy are improving substantially as inflation slows.
Japan’s lunar lander on moon - status unclear
Japan’s “Moon Sniper” robotic explorer has reached the lunar surface, but the condition of the spacecraft is still unknown, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency said.
What broke the American Dream for Millennials
Rachael Gambino and Garrett Mazzeo planned their financial life by the book: They went to college, paid down debt, saved aggressively, got married, bought a house, started a family. The dream.
FEMA overhauls disaster assistance program as climate crisis fuels more destructive extreme weather
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is changing the way it responds to natural disasters, it announced Friday, as the climate crisis fuels more extreme weather events and causes more destruction to people’s homes.
US Capitol Police investigated more than 8,000 threats against lawmakers in 2023, up from 2022
US Capitol Police said it investigated more than 8,000 threats against members of Congress last year – an increase of about 500 cases from the previous year, according to data released Thursday by the department.
Gisele Bündchen says differing parenting styles from ex Tom Brady can result in ‘pushback’ from her kids
While Gisele Bündchen “can’t really worry about” what the world at large has to say about her, when it comes to her family and her children’s upbringing, she has some strong feelings.
Why Calvin Klein ads still get people talking
Just a few days into 2024, Jeremy Allen White’s bare, muscled body — clad in Calvin Klein briefs — became the year’s first viral sensation.
Congress passes short-term funding extension
Congress passed a short-term funding extension Thursday, averting a partial government shutdown at the end of the week after lawmakers raced the clock ahead of a key Friday deadline.
SpaceX to launch first Turkish astronaut aboard private European space mission
A SpaceX rocket is set to take off for the International Space Station on another trailblazing mission operated entirely by the private sector. On board will be a group of European astronauts, including the first person from Turkey aiming to visit outer space.
The trailer for Jennifer Lopez’s ‘This Is Me…Now’ is total chaos
Jennifer Lopez covers a lot of ground in the new trailer for “This Is Me… Now: A Love Story.”
Grandmother accused of shooting infant enters not guilty by reason of insanity plea
A Liberty Township grandmother accused of shooting her 6-month-old granddaughter has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity.
Pakistan carries out military strikes on separatist targets in Iran
Pakistan carried out a series of deadly military strikes on what it said were separatist militant hideouts inside Iran, in the latest incident across their shared border that has sent tensions between the two neighbors soaring.
Family marks first birthday of Kfir Bibas; youngest hostage taken into Gaza
His face has become instantly recognizable around the world - a red-haired baby boy holding a pink elephant toy, looking directly into the camera with a toothless smile.
At least 21 dead from barrage of winter storms and cold – and there’s more on the way
An unrelenting series of winter storms and an outbreak of cold air have killed several people across a half-dozen states since Friday. Now, another round of extreme cold and snow will march across the central and eastern US, setting up more hazardous travel and a brutally-cold weekend. Here’s the latest:
Samsung's Galaxy S24 Series Fully Embraces AI Technology
Samsung’s next-generation flagship Galaxy S24 devices aim to take messaging, photos and games to the next level with artificial intelligence.
Epic Reunion Unveiled: No Doubt Set to Rock Coachella 2024 After Nearly a Decade!
The lineup for Southern California’s legendary, desert-centric Coachella music festival has officially been announced, and there’s no doubt it’ll be a good time.
This is what men will be wearing next fall
Whether you are aching for the great outdoors or in search of sleek office-appropriate suiting, the latest menswear shows in Milan for the Fall-Winter 2024 season offered options for the everyday.
Ohio police used flash-bangs during raid of home with toddler on a ventilator inside, body camera footage shows
Police in Elyria, Ohio, deployed exploding flash-bangs while raiding a home last week while a toddler on a ventilator was inside, newly released body-worn camera footage shows, and the mother says her child was harmed during the incident.
‘Tell it to my face’: Novak Djokovic responds to heckling fan during Australian Open win over Alexei Popyrin
Novak Djokovic was tested on the court in a tough second-round Australian Open win over home favorite Alexei Popyrin, but the Serb was also riled by at least one member of the crowd.
Firefighters, school crew rescue horse stuck snow in Pomfret
Firefighters pulled a horse to safety after it became stuck in the snow in Pomfret.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta: What weight tells us about our health
If you’ve been paying attention to health news recently, you may have noticed a subtle but real shift in the way society discusses body weight.
Princess of Wales in hospital up to two weeks - underwent abdominal surgery
Catherine, Princess of Wales, will spend up to two weeks recovering in hospital after successfully undergoing abdominal surgery.
US Air Force officer crowned as 2024 Miss America
Madison Marsh, a 22-year-old second lieutenant in the US Air Force and master’s student at the Harvard Kennedy School’s public policy program, emerged victorious at the 2024 Miss America pageant in Orlando, Florida on Sunday night. Marsh, representing the state of Colorado, is the first active-duty Air Force officer ever to receive the national title.
What we know about the drownings of 3 Mexican migrants near Eagle Pass, Texas
The drowning deaths of a woman and two children from Mexico near the US-Mexico border have magnified the rift between Texas and federal officials over who has jurisdiction in that part of the Rio Grande area and how to tackle the migrant crisis.
The 75 most impactful TV moments are debuts, farewells and historic firsts
It was through a television screen that most people witnessed the 1969 lunar landing and Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech.
New park dedicated to late US Rep. Elijah Cummings to honor his legacy
Green space on Mura Street in east Baltimore is dedicated to the late U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings. It's a vision that comes from Harry T. Spikes II.
Bills beat Steelers in frigid weather while Buccaneers defeat Eagles to advance in NFL playoffs
The next round of the NFL playoffs is decided after six games filled the ‘Super Wild Card Weekend.’
Here are 6 self-care tips to fight the blues
Sign up for CNN’s Sleep, But Better newsletter series. Our seven-part guide has helpful hints to achieve better sleep.
This photographer uncovers Hong Kong’s creatures of the night
A green pit viper coiled around a drainpipe, three blue-banded bees sleeping on a grass blade, and a gecko climbing a tree against the backdrop of a bustling city. They’re all part of Hong Kong-British wildlife photographer Lawrence Hylton’s extensive portfolio.
Vivek Ramaswamy suspends presidential campaign
Biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy ended his campaign for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination Monday night after a disappointing finish in the Iowa caucuses.
Hundreds of thousands are starving
Israel’s war in Gaza has brought famine with “such incredible speed,” the United Nations’ emergency relief chief told CNN on Monday, as he warned that hundreds of thousands of Palestinians are starving in the besieged enclave.
Trump wins Iowa Republican caucuses
Former President Donald Trump on Monday won the Iowa caucuses, solidifying his place as the front-runner for the 2024 Republican nomination as he attempts a historic political comeback nearly three years after leaving the White House in disgrace.
