Former Colorado funeral home owner sentenced to 30 years in case that forced industry crackdown
A former Colorado funeral home owner who helped her ex-husband hide nearly 200 decomposing bodies has been sentenced to 30 years in prison.
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US starts new phase of Iran war boarding tankers | CNN
The US is putting pressure on Iran with its blockade, as US forces have boarded vessels in the Arabian Sea and nearly 2,000 miles off the Persian Gulf in the Indian Ocean. CNN’s Haley Britzk…
Why a bitter political feud has left a former Zambian president unburied 10 months after his death
The body of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu still hasn’t been buried because of a feud over his funeral and nearly a year after he died in South Africa.
Federal authorities arrest 2 dozen Mexican Mafia members and associates in California
Federal authorities say they've arrested nearly two dozen members and associates of the Mexican Mafia during a crackdown across Southern California. The U.S.
New bridge helps cement Lesotho as water lifeline for South Africa’s economic hub
A newly built bridge in Lesotho is set to nearly double its water exports to South Africa. The Senqu Bridge, launched this week, is part of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project.
More people are addicted to marijuana, but fewer of them are seeking help, experts say
Cannabis use among young adults has reached historic levels, with nearly 18 million Americans using marijuana daily in 2022.
2 trains collide in Denmark, critically injuring 5 people
Two trains have collided in Denmark, critically injuring five people. The collision happened early Thursday near Hillerød, north of Copenhagen.
Wyatt Johnston's double-OT deflection gives Stars 4-3 win over Wild in Game 3
Wyatt Johnston scored on a power-play deflection at 12:10 of the second overtime to give the Dallas Stars a 4-3 victory over the Minnesota Wild early Thursday for a 2-1 lead in the first-rou…
El Salvador tries hundreds of alleged gang members | CNN
Nearly 500 alleged MS-13 gang members face trial in El Salvador as part of the Central American nation’s crackdown on gang violence.
El Salvador tries hundreds of alleged gang members | CNN
Nearly 500 alleged MS-13 gang members face trial in El Salvador as part of the Central American nation’s crackdown on gang violence.
988 hotline's launch is linked to thousands of fewer suicide deaths among teens and young adults
Nearly 4,400 fewer U.S. teens and young adults died by suicide than projected in the first two-and-a-half years of the 988 mental health crisis hotline.
Why were 200 tourists trapped on a hill in Rio? | CNN
Nearly 200 tourists were stranded on a popular Rio de Janeiro overlook as a police operation targeted suspects in a nearby favela. Gunshots could be heard, but officials say no visitors were…
Beyoncé, Bezos, baubles and bustiers: What to know about the 2026 Met Gala
It’s nearly upon us: The Met Gala is back on May 4. This year’s broad dress code, “Fashion is Art,” promises to produce some truly flamboyant ensembles when stars make their way up the carpe…
DHS warns it will run out of money to pay airport security workers in coming weeks | CNN
US airports could face a new wave of long security lines as early as May after the nation’s homeland security chief said on Tuesday that he will run out of money to pay 50,000 workers due to…
Road teams pushing back in early days of NBA playoffs, stealing away the home-court advantages
The first six games in this season’s playoffs all had something in common. The home teams all prevailed, winning by an average of 18.5 points per game.