Tim Walz formally accepted his nomination as the Democratic vice presidential nominee in the November U.S. election, rallying the party faithful in Chicago with a message of freedom and hope. “It is the honor of my life to accept your nomination for Vice President of the United States,” Walls said Wednesday as he took the…
Former US President Barack Obama speaks during the 2024 Democratic National Convention on August 20 in Chicago. Austin Steele/CNN Barack and Michelle Obama electrified the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday, ousting Donald Trump and urging Americans to reject the Republican nominee once and for all. Here are Some notes from the second night of TNC:…
Open Editor’s Digest for free FT editor Roula Khalaf picks her favorite stories in this weekly newsletter. Two bodies have been recovered by divers searching the wreckage of Mike Lynch’s Bayesian superyacht off the coast of Sicily, an Italian official said. The bodies have been removed from the rubble and are being examined by the…
Reuters Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s running mate says he is considering joining the campaign of independent presidential candidate Donald Trump or forming a third party. In a podcast, Nicole Shanahan said she was considering two options to avoid the “risk” of a Kamala Harris presidency. He also accused Democrats of “sabotage,” including planting insiders in…
It’s Day 2 of the DNC and Election Day is 76 days away. Here’s what you need to know: CHICAGO (AP) — Former President Barack Obama And Michelle Obama was scheduled to address Democratic National Convention On Tuesday, the party is drawing on its biggest coalition of stars, centrist leaders from the left and even…
Netflix shares hit all-time highs. On Tuesday, the streaming company’s shares traded at $710, above the 2021 intraday high of $701. The moves come as investors appreciate the company’s investment in live games. Revealing In a blog post, it said, “In line with our expectations, 150% in 2023 and an increase in prior ad sales…
Morgan Stanley International Chairman Jonathan Bloomer is among those missing after the boat carrying British tech tycoon Mike Lynch capsized off the coast of Sicily during a severe storm, an Italian official said. Salvatore Cocina, head of the Civil Protection Agency in Sicily, Blumer and Clifford Chance’s lawyer Chris Morvillo were among the six missing….
A new approach to brain stimulation could give people with Parkinson’s disease better control over their symptoms and halve the duration of their most troublesome symptoms, experts say. Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is now an important treatment for people with Parkinson’s and can help with symptoms such as stiffness, slowness and tremors. The approach involves…
Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news about fascinating discoveries, scientific breakthroughs and more. CNN — August continues to be an exciting month for sky watchers. Following the peak of the Perseid meteor shower last week, the first of four consecutive supermoons of the year will rise on August…
August 18, 2024, 06:37 PM ET MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Hideki Matsuyama lost a five-shot lead through four holes and responded with birdies on two tough holes of course to salvage an even-par 70 and two-shot victory Sunday at FedEx St. Jude. Championship. The start of the PGA Tour’s postseason has had tense moments at the…
