UK PM apologizes over former US ambassador hire

From CNN. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer apologized for the appointment of former US ambassador Peter Mandelson, as well as to the victims of the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Starmer fired Peter Mandelson in September after the extent of his close ties with Epstein was revealed in documents released by the US Department of…

Singer d4vd charged with first degree murder

From CNN. The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office is expected to announce Monday whether it will file criminal charges against alt-pop artist d4vd in connection with the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The 21-year-old singer, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, was arrested Thursday, seven months after the young girl’s decomposed body…

Lena Dunham reflects on her love of clothes

From CNN. Lena Dunham “loves clothes.” In her memoir “Famesick,” she candidly writes about addiction, celebrity and chronic illness — and punctuates her memories with the ensembles that brought her joy and, to her amusement, a fair bit of criticism. “Now I actually feel really proud that Joan Rivers hated all my clothing.” She tells…

US-Iran talks unclear as Islamabad prepares for negotiations

From CNN. Security is in place and Pakistani officials are working to broker talks, but Iran has yet to confirm its participation, citing mistrust toward the US after what it says was an overnight tanker incident leaving the timing of any negotiations unclear. CNN’s Nic Robertson reports. #cnn #news

Enten: Trump in ‘worst position ever’ on inflation

From CNN. CNN chief data analyst Harry Enten details President Donald Trump’s sagging public support on inflation. Also, Rep. Marlin Stutzman (R-IN), Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA) and CNN senior business reporter discuss the inflationary pressure being driven by conflict with Iran. 0:00 Harry Enten looks at Trump’s shift in support on inflation 1:56 Enten shows…

Japan issues tsunami advisory after strong earthquake

From CNN. A three-meter (9.8 foot) tsunami warning was issued for Japan after a strong 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck off its northeastern coast on Monday, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency and the US Geological Survey. The threat was later revised down to a tsunami advisory, authorities said. #cnn #japanearthquake #tsunamiadvisory

Live: Prosecutors announce charging decision for singer d4vd

From CNN. The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office is expected to announce Monday whether it will file criminal charges against alt-pop artist d4vd in connection with the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The 21-year-old singer, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, was arrested Thursday, seven months after the young girl’s decomposed body…

Emotional plea after Shreveport shooting

From CNN. Councilwoman Tabatha Taylor urged the community to take the violence seriously after the Shreveport shooting, calling for support from mental health professionals and warning that such tragedies often stem from domestic disturbances.

US destroyer fires on and seizes Iranian-flagged ship

From CNN. US Central Command said the USS Spruance intercepted the Iranian-flagged “Touska” as it traveled towards an Iranian port in violation of the blockade. Iran’s military called it a violation of the US-Iran temporary ceasefire and threatened to retaliate. However, Iran was later accused of violating the ceasefire after reportedly opening fire on ships…

Trump on Iran talks: ‘No more Mr. Nice guy’

From CNN. In a recent Truth Social post, President Trump says the US is offering a “very fair and reasonable deal" but also warns he’ll “do what needs to be done” if it’s rejected. CNN’s Julia Benbrook reports. #cnn, #news, #Trump, #Iran

Hormuz whiplash is disrupting Iran talks & shipping logistics

From CNN. Iran once again closed the Strait of Hormuz, blaming the US for “breaches of trust”, a day after declaring the vital waterway open. No tankers have crossed the Strait of Hormuz today, according to tracking data, making Sunday one of the quietest days in the waterway since the conflict began. Trump energy secretary…

Rare mass shooting in Ukraine

From CNN. At least six people are dead and another 15 injured after a man opened fire on civilians in a Kyiv street on Saturday before taking hostages in a nearby supermarket, Ukrainian authorities said. CNN’s Sebastian Shukla explains why this is a rare event for the country.

How a must-win MI Senate race just became a GOP opening

From CNN. CNN’s Manu Raju reports from Michigan where a Democratic primary race for a key Senate seat is dividing the party over issues like Israel, immigration and party leadership on Capitol Hill. Michigan’s open Senate seat is now emerging as a GOP hedge against a potential takeover for Democrats, who need to net four…

Why women are turning to cannabis for menopause & pain

From CNN. CNN’s Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to Harvard Dr. Staci Gruber to learn why growing numbers of women are turning to cannabis to treat medical conditions and mental health. 0:00 Why the “Pot Doc” focuses on cannabis as medicine 3:17 Why cannabis shows promise for women 4:29 Is there a role for cannabis use…

Over two dozen held hostage in Italian bank robbery

From CNN. More than two dozen people were held hostage in a bank in Naples, Italy, according to Italian news agency La Presse. The hostages were held for about an hour and a half in an incident that happened around 12:30pm on Thursday. A nationwide search is underway for three or four robbers who escaped…

25 minutes of Harry Enten running this week’s numbers

From CNN. CNN chief data analyst Harry Enten runs the numbers of the week: from the Pope’s approval ratings to the Iran war and which groups are sticking by – and deserting – President Trump. 0:00 The Iran war & the 2026 midterms 3:07 The Michigan Senate race & the Democrats on Israel 6:28 Trump’s…