Judge Rules Parts of Florida Voting Law Unconstitutional

The ruling against a major Republican election law, issued by a federal judge in Tallahassee, is likely to be overturned either by a higher appeals court or the U.S. Supreme Court.

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Ginni Thomas’s Texts, and the Limits of Chief Justice Roberts’s Power

His title notwithstanding, the chief justice cannot force a colleague’s recusal. If Justice Clarence Thomas is to disqualify himself, it will be his decision.

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Will Smith: Chris Rock's first comments since Oscars slap

The comedian says he is "still processing what happened" and denies reports he has spoken to Smith.

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Trooper admits to beating Ronald Greene with flashlight

In audio obtained by Associated Press, former Louisiana state trooper Chris Hollingsworth, admitted to beating Ronald Greene with a flashlight in a 2019 incident and portrayed himself as a victim. Greene died after his encounter with Hollingsworth and his death is under federal investigation. CNN Nick Valencia has more.

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She Took the White House Photos. Trump Moved to Take the Profit.

The former chief White House photographer made plans to publish a book of Trump photos. The former president had other plans.

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What is aphasia, the condition impacting Bruce Willis' acting career?

Bruce Willis is taking a break from acting due to a brain disorder called aphasia, "which is impacting his cognitive abilities," his family announced Wednesday.

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Ivermectin Does Not Reduce Risk of Covid Hospitalization, Large Study Finds

“At some point it will become a waste of resources to continue studying an unpromising approach,” one expert said.

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Opinion: Finally, a road map to hold Trump accountable

While Will Smith apologized to Chris Rock and the Academy Tuesday for the slap heard around the world, it doesn't detract from the stupidity of his actions or greatly minimize the damage that he has done.

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Trial for ISIS member accused in deaths of several Americans gets underway

The trial of an ISIS fighter accused of assisting in the kidnapping, torture and death of several Americans, Europeans and other foreign nationals from 2012 to 2015 began Tuesday in Alexandria, Virginia, with opening statements from each side.

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'Mentally unwell': Harwood reacts to Trump's request to Putin

In a new interview published Tuesday, former President Donald Trump called on Russian President Vladimir Putin to release any damaging information he has about the Biden family, in a brazen request for domestic political assistance from America's top adversary.

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See the video O.J. Simpson posted after Will Smith hit Chris Rock

O.J. Simpson has voiced his opinion on the incident that occurred between Will Smith and Chris Rock at the Oscars. HLN's Melissa Knowles reports.

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The W.H.O. says attacks on medical workers in Ukraine have left dozens dead.

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We're nearing a recession, if this always-accurate indicator is right again

The bond market just flashed a warning sign that has correctly predicted almost every recession over the past 60 years: an inversion of the US Treasury note yield curve.

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Mick Schumacher's crash at Saudi Arabian Grand Prix could cost Haas $1 million

Mick Schumacher's crash during qualifying at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix could cost Haas as much as $1 million to repair the car.

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Questlove missed Will Smith's slap because he was meditating

When Will Smith slapped Chris Rock at the Academy Awards on Sunday, audience members both in the Dolby Theatre and at home were stunned. Questlove, though, was meditating.

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Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks Enter a New Phase in Istanbul

“All the world is expecting good news from you,” President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said in greeting the Russian and Ukrainian delegations.

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Does Moderate Drinking Protect Your Heart? A Genetic Study Offers a New Answer.

By studying the relationship between gene variants and alcohol consumption, scientists found no real cardiac benefit to drinking, even modestly.

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Jada Pinkett Smith breaks silence on Oscars slap

Ticket sales for Chris Rock's shows have spiked after Will Smith struck him on-stage at the Oscars

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The Oscars slap controversy seems right for a 'Red Table Talk'

For more than 15 years, Jada Pinkett Smith and Gabrielle Union had been engaged in a feud.

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