Several charged in overdose death investigation of actor Matthew Perry
Five people have been charged in connection with Matthew Perry's death. The Friends actor was found dead in October 2023 and an autopsy later found the cause was 'acute effects of ketamine.'
100 years ago, social clubs were everything. Now young Latinos carry them forward
Social clubs used to help newcomers adapt to life in America. Many have disappeared over the years. But in New York City, Latinos are keeping that tradition going.
Film on U.K.'s complicated relationship with race and identity is as timely as ever
A new film released this past week in the U.K. addressed the country's complicated relationship with racial and religious identities. It hit the screens amid far-right protests.
Biden is still trying to secure a peace plan for Hamas-Israel war
Back in May, President Biden outlined a plan to end the war in Gaza. Now, his administration is trying to get it across the finish line.
Instagram fails to protect female politicians from violent, racist, sexist comments
A new report that shows a deluge of misogynistic, racist and violent comments targeting Kamala Harris and female politicians on Instagram. Meta recently slimmed down its content moderation teams.
She still remembers the young local boy who saved her from drowning in the Bahamas
On this week's My Unsung Hero from Hidden Brain: Nearly 60 years ago, a young boy took action when Denise Elliott and a friend were struggling in the ocean.
The Met invites the use of senses — smell, touch — to connect with new fashion exhibit
Art museums have historically been places for looking at paintings. The latest fashion exhibit from the Metropolitan Museum of Art takes a step forward by highlighting smells, textures and sounds.
Former CNN executive is on a mission to revive 'The Atlanta Journal Constitution'
Former top CNN executive Andrew Morse has splashy plans to revive The Atlanta Journal Constitution, a local newspaper. Could it work?
Venezuela has arrested thousands in the weeks since controversial election
Venezuela's autocratic leader is cracking down on dissent. Hundreds have been arrested and lawmakers are moving to shutdown social media sites and close non-governmental agencies.
Inflation fell in July, and interest rates could drop in September
Inflation fell to its lowest level in more than three years in July. Consumer prices were up 2.9% from July 2023, clearing the way for the Federal Reserve to start cutting interest rates in September.
Ukraine attacks a second region in Western Russia, prompting a state of emergency
Ukrainian forces attack a second border region in western Russia, where the governor declares a state of emergency. Ukraine also targets air bases in at least a half-dozen regions.