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Search Is Suspended for Passenger Who Went Overboard From Cruise Ship

The U.S. Coast Guard said on Thursday that it halted its hourslong search for a 77-year-old woman who went overboard from a Holland America Line cruise ship near Cuba. from World News https://ift.tt/prUyRkS

A portrait found in a Maine attic unexpectedly sold for $1.4M. Could it be a long-lost Rembrandt?

The rediscovered painting was listed as a Rembrandt copy worth as little as $10,000. But several auction bidders appeared to believe it may be a genuine masterpiece. from World | CNN https://ift.tt/TtRmi6Y

Venezuela’s Presidential Contender Flees, and Hopes for Democracy Dim

The opposition candidate’s decision to seek asylum in Spain and the autocratic leader’s antagonism toward regional powers lessen the chances of a political transition. from World News https://ift.tt/fnKHaMy

This 70-year-old med student just graduated. He has this advice for others

Everyone thought he was the professor. But the gray-haired older man was a freshman medical student — just like the rest of the class. from World | CNN https://ift.tt/i8mNOfC

This hurricane season is confounding experts and defying forecasts. What the heck is going on?

It’s eerily quiet in the Atlantic during the peak of hurricane season. What’s causing it could be a sign of what’s to come in a warming world. from World | CNN https://ift.tt/lVOLaJX

The week in 36 photos

Take a look at 36 photos of the week from August 29 to September 5. from World | CNN https://ift.tt/zVNlven

El adolescente sospechoso del tiroteo en Georgia ya había sido investigado por amenazas que hizo en internet

El FBI dijo que el adolescente negó haber hecho las amenazas. Su padre dijo a los investigadores que tenía armas de caza en la casa, pero afirmó que su hijo no tenía acceso a ellas sin supervisión. from World News https://ift.tt/xaQsd9F

Was a ‘Russian spy’ whale shot dead? Animal rights groups call for an investigation

Police are determining whether to probe the fate of Hvaldimir, a white beluga once suspected of spying for Russia due to his harness with a camera mount. from World | CNN https://ift.tt/uyoQSET

China kicks off major African summit as it seeks to woo leaders amid pressure from the West

Delegations from dozens of African countries are gathering in Beijing for a three-day summit set to see China showcase itself as a lead partner for the continent, despite slowing lending for its development – and as it faces rising frictions with the West. from World | CNN https://ift.tt/6D1tALN

A Timeline of Some of the Deadliest Attacks in Ukraine’s War With Russia

Rescue efforts were still underway after two missiles hit a Ukrainian city on Tuesday, the latest attack of a yearslong war. from World News https://ift.tt/EGeaNMt

Two U.S. Marines Attacked in Turkey by Nationalist Youth Group

Turkish officials said they had detained 15 members of the group. The two servicemen had returned to the ship and were safe, U.S. officials said. from World News https://ift.tt/23T4OxP

Venezuela opposition presidential candidate Gonzalez wanted for arrest for ‘crimes associated with terrorism’

Venezuelan authorities have issued an arrest warrant for the former presidential candidate Edmundo Gonzalez, amid a crackdown on the country’s opposition movement following July’s disputed election. from World | CNN https://ift.tt/kWAHMnd

Discovery of 6 Dead Hostages in Gaza Spurs Protest and Division in Israel

The Israeli military said Sunday that Hamas had killed the hostages before they were discovered by Israeli troops on Saturday. from World News https://ift.tt/enRchZd