Monday, May 30, 2016

Parade marks Memorial Day in nation's capital

Bands, celebrities and members of the military parade along the National Mall in Washington, D.C, to honor fallen service members on Memorial Day. Rough Cut (No reporter narration)

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Air strikes hit Syria's Aleppo

Aerial bombardments level Syria's rebel-held areas of Aleppo in social media video that purports to show the aftermath of Syrian government airstrikes that killed at least two. Gavino Garay reports.

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Memorial Day marked with vintage planes, wreaths

People around the U.S. observe Memorial Day with music, vintage planes, parades and other ceremonies. Diane Hodges reports.

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Truck dangles off Bronx overpass

An accident on the Cross Bronx Expressway nearly sends a semi-truck off an overpass and leaves it teetering on the edge. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S. White House placed on security lockdown

The White House is placed on a security lockdown as the country observes the Memorial Day holiday, while officials investigate a suspicious package. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Obama pays tribute to fallen servicemembers

U.S. President Barack Obama pays tribute in a solemn ceremony to members of the United States military who died in the line of duty. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Stray cats in Saudi Arabia get a second chance

A young man from Saudi Arabia turns his home into an animal shelter and says he wants to show the West that by caring for animals Muslims "do not seek destruction." Gavino Garay reports.

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Honoring those who lost their lives in World War Two

Veterans and relatives gather at the World War Two memorial in Washington, D.C. to honor the more than 400,000 Americans who died in that conflict. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Obama lays wreath for Memorial Day

U.S. President Barack Obama lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery in observance of Memorial Day. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Clinton joins Memorial Day parade

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton joined New York Governor Andrew Cuomo in the Chappaqua Memorial Day parade. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Computer crash grounds passengers at JFK airport

Thousands of international passengers are delayed when the computer system crashes at Terminal 7 at one of the country's busiest airports on one of the busiest holiday travel weekends of the year. Diane Hodges reports.

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Iraqi army storms to edge of Islamic State-held Falluja

The Iraqi army has stormed to the southern edge of Falluja under U.S. air support in a direct assault to retake one of the main strongholds of Islamic State militants. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Erdogan: No Muslim family should engage in birth control

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan says Muslim families should avoid birth control and family planning. Rough Cut - Subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Copenhagen opens new cycle path

The Danish capital has unveiled a 13km long cycle path around Copenhagen's inner harbour. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Baby elephant rescued from drain in Sri Lanka

An elephant calf is discovered and pulled out of an uncovered drain near Sri Lanka's Hambantota port.

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Elephant calf rescued in Sri Lanka

A baby elephant is rescued from a drain in Sri Lanka's Hambantota port. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Floods, storms kill four in Germany

Severe flooding and heavy rain wreak havoc in southwest Germany. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Iraqi army starts final advance on IS-held Falluja

Iraqi army convoy gets set to begin operation to recapture the Islamic State held city of Falluja near Baghdad. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Chinese company apologizes for 'racist' ad

A Chinese detergent maker apologizes for a television advertisement that many in China and around the world call racist. But as Reuters' Anita Li reports, it also blames the media for causing the public outcry.

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Papal awards given to Clooney, Hayek and Gere

The Vatican's 'Scholas Occurrentes' award goes to Richard Gere, George Clooney and actress Salma Hayek for their commitment to promoting social change and peace. Gavino Garay reports.

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Iraqi forces keep up pressure in battle for Falluja

The Iraqi army maintains pressure to recapture the Islamic State stronghold of Falluja, 50 kilometres west of Baghdad, but keeps short of a full attack to allow civilians to flee. Natasha Howitt reports.

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Sunday, May 29, 2016

Video captures explosive gunfire in Houston shooting

Two people are dead following a shootout in an affluent Houston neighborhood over Memorial Day Weekend. Authorities are investigating the motive behind the shooting. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Flying man soars over China's Great Wall

"Human Arrow" Jeb Corliss rips through a target over China's Great Wall dressed in a wingsuit. Gavino Garay reports.

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A gorilla is shot dead, but a bear is spared when patrons enter zoo exhibits

When patrons enter zoo exhibits, an endangered gorilla is shot, but a bear at another zoo is spared, as we look at the week's animal news. Diane Hodges reports.

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Trump talks veteran care on Memorial Day

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump pays tribute to U.S. veterans on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial over the holiday weekend and tells supporters "we're going to win win win. We are going to win so much." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Flying man soars over China's Great Wall

"Human Arrow" Jeb Corliss rips through a target over China's Great Wall dressed in a wingsuit. Gavino Garay reports.

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Libertarian Party picks 2016 nominee

The Libertarian Party returns to its 2012 nominee for president, the former Republican governor of New Mexico Gary Johnson, to be its standard-bearer for the 2016 presidential election. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Rolling Thunder bikers roll into nation's capital

Thousands of military veterans and their supporters ride into Washington, D.C. on motorcycles for the Memorial Day's 29th Rolling Thunder Run. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Two dead, including one suspect in Houston shooting

Police say one suspect is dead and a second is wounded in a shooting in Houston, Texas, while another person was found dead in a vehicle. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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NBA player Bryce Dejean-Jones shot to death

Dallas police are investigating the death of New Orleans Pelicans player Bryce Dejean-Jones who was shot to death early Saturday when officials say he went to visit the mother of his child and mistakenly entered the wrong apartment. Diane Hodges reports.

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Tropical Storm Bonnie weakens before hitting South Carolina

Tropical Storm Bonnie, the first storm of the year to threaten the U.S., was downgraded to a tropical depression before making landfall in South Carolina, bringing heavy rains and a pounding surf to the Carolinas and eastern Georgia. Subtitled Rough Cut (No reporter narration).

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Gorilla shot after child falls into zoo enclosure

Employees at the Cincinnati Zoo shoot and kill an endangered lowland gorilla after the animal picked up and dragged away a young boy who had fallen into the moat surrounding the exhibit. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Pope holds Jubilee Mass for deacons from around the world

Pope Francis celebrates a special Jubilee Mass with deacons in St. Peter's Square and asks children around the world to join Syrians in a prayer for peace. Rough Cut - Subtitled (no reporter narration).

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China's towering glass-bottom platform opens

A glass-bottom platform that takes visitors a towering 400 metres above ground opens in China. Yiming Woo reports.

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'Human Arrow' achieves goal at Great Wall

'Human Arrow' Jeb Corliss ripped through a target on China's Great Wall, while wearing a wingsuit. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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China's towering glass-bottom platform opens

A glass-bottom platform that takes visitors a towering 400 metres above ground opens in China. Yiming Woo reports.

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Chinese children's perilous journey to school

Children in a remote part of China climb a perilous cliff to get to and from school. Rough cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Ronaldo booed as Real Madrid returns with trophy

The Real Madrid team returns to the Spanish city with the Champions League trophy to cheers from fans, and some boos for Cristiano Ronaldo. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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NASA tests new fabric to house astronauts in space

NASA experiments with a new fabric that may be a cheaper and safer option for housing crews during long stays in space. Rough cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Chinese children's perilous journey to school

Children in a remote part of China climb a perilous cliff to get to and from school. Rough cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Real Madrid triumphs in Champions League

Spanish club Real Madrid wins the Champions League for the record 11th time. Yiming Woo reports.

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Real Madrid triumphs in Champions League

Spanish club Real Madrid wins the Champions League for the record 11th time. Yiming Woo reports.

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Saturday, May 28, 2016

German politician hit by chocolate pie

A prominent member of a German far-left party has been hit in the face with a chocolate pie, in protest over her stance on refugees. Rough cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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British hikers' remains found in Canada

A British hiker is confirmed dead when his remains are identified two and a half years after he had gone missing in the mountains north of Vancouver. Gavino Garay reports.

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Nearly 900 migrants rescued and brought to Italy

A total of 890 migrants rescued from perilous boats in the Mediterranean are brought to safety in Italy, and aid workers say more children than ever are among them. Sharon Reich reports.

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Nearly 900 migrants rescued and brought to Italy

A total of 890 migrants rescued from perilous boats in the Mediterranean are brought to safety in Italy, and aid workers say more children than ever are among them. Sharon Reich reports.

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Tropical storm Bonnie threatens S. Carolina

The first tropical storm of year makes its way toward South Carolina, where many heading to the coast over the weekend could see their Memorial Day plans ruined. Gavino Garay reports.

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Reunions for freed journalists in Colombia

Two Colombian TV journalists and a Spanish reporter kidnapped by Colombia's Marxist ELN rebel group along Colombia's northern narco-trafficking route have been released. Gavino Garay reports.

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SpaceX rocket booster makes stellar landing

A camera attached to a SpaceX first-stage rocket booster captures an extraordinary perspective as it lands at sea after successfully launching a communications satellite. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Putin visits Greek monastic community

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in Greece's monastic community of Mount Athos to celebrate the 1,000th anniversary of the founding of a Russian monastery.

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Pepper the hospitality robot at your service

The future in 5-star treatment? Pepper, a humanoid robot that can read emotions, makes her debut at the Innorobo robotics expo in Paris, as her makers get ready to release 1,000 units into the European market. Gavino Garay reports.

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Sanders reiterates call for Trump debate

U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders repeats his call for a debate with presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump, in what would be an unconventional debate that would sideline Democratic front-runner Hillary Clinton. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Iran's new parliament sworn in

Iran's centrist president, Hassan Rouhani, tells newly-elected lawmakers being sworn in for Tehran's new parliament that economic growth can't be reached with interacting with the world. Rough Cut - Subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Two dead, more missing in Texas floods

At least two people are dead and three others missing after record-setting rain triggered severe flooding in central and southeastern Texas. Diane Hodges reports.

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Dozens arrested at anti-Trump protest in California

Donald Trump brought his message of walls and deportations to the doorstep of America’s busiest border crossing on Friday as the presumptive Republican presidential nominee greeted supporters in San Diego, amid one of the largest counter-protests organized against him.

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Iran's new parliament sworn in

Iran's centrist president, Hassan Rouhani, tells newly-elected lawmakers being sworn in for Tehran's new parliament that economic growth can't be reached with interacting with the world. Rough Cut - Subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Giant Scottish caterpillar web draws tourists

Thousands of caterpillars attract attention in the Scottish city of Sterling after making a giant 32-foot-long (10-meter) web on a bush. Sharon Reich reports.

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Obama honors fallen troops in weekly address

On Memorial Day weekend, U.S. President Barack Obama uses his weekly address to pay tribute to members of the military who have died while serving the country. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Trump dismisses Obama's visit to Hiroshima

Republican presumptive nominee Donald Trump dismisses U.S. President Barack Obama's visit to the site of the world's first atomic bombing in Hiroshima, Japan, telling supporters in California, "who cares?" Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Clashes between protesters in Australia

Right-wing nationalists clash with anti-racism protesters in Melbourne, Australia. Rough cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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US forces hold month of mourning for murdered Japanese

The U.S. military holds a 30-day period of mourning at its Okinawa bases, after a Japanese woman was allegedly murdered by an American. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Ex-Argentine dictator jailed in conspiracy trial

Fifteen ex-military officials, including a former Argentine dictator, are found guilty of a conspiracy to kidnap and kill dissidents more than 30 years ago. Yiming Woo reports.

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Christian Arab wins Israel's first transgender pageant

A Christian Arab has won Israel's first transgender beauty pageant. Rough cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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IS commander in Iraqi city killed: US military

The U.S. military says the Islamic State commander in Falluja is among 70 militants killed, as Iraqi forces fight to take back the city. Rough cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Friday, May 27, 2016

Obama arrives in U.S. after historic Asia trip

U.S. President Barack Obama arrives in the U.S. after his trip to Vietnam and Japan. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Small plane crashes in NY's Hudson River

Search and rescue crews are responding to a small crash in the Hudson River in New York. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Billionaires take sides in the Gawker-Hogan fight

Two Silicon Valley billionaires, one an eBay co-founder and the other a PayPal co-founder, are battling it out over Gawker and Hulk Hogan.

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Tensions flare outside Trump rally in San Diego

Anti-Trump protesters clashed with police and at least one person was arrested outside a rally in San Diego for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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SpaceX Falcon rocket takes off from Cape Canaveral

SpaceX launches communications satellite from Cape Canaveral, Florida. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump holds rallies on hostile GOP turf

Emily Stephenson reports Donald Trump's West cost swing is featuring a series of rallies located in towns and cities- including San Diego and Fresno, CA - where the GOP establishment is not behind him, underlining his stance as a different kind of Republican.

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Amber Heard granted restraining order against Johnny Depp

Actress Amber Heard is granted a temporary restraining order against husband Johnny Depp after accusing him of domestic violence. Linda So reports.

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Sanders: "We have got to end fracking"

Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders, while campaigning in California, says fracking is poisoning drinking water and must stop. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Markets keep big weekly gain as Yellen hints of coming rate hike

Stocks put the finishing touches on the best weekly gain in just about three months as Federal Reserve chief Janet Yellen did little to alter expectations of a coming interest rate hike.

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Dr. Heimlich saves choking woman with his own maneuver

Dr. Henry Heimlich, the 96-year-old Cincinnati surgeon credited with inventing the lifesaving technique named for him, used it for the first time this week to save a fellow senior center resident who was choking on a hamburger. Rough Cut – subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Fed rate hike likely appropriate - Yellen

The Federal Reserve should raise interest rates "in the coming months" if the economy picks up, said U.S. central bank chief Janet Yellen at an event hosted by Harvard University. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Buy discount retailers in a slow-growth environment

Get set for slow growth and a range-bound stock market, says David Schiegoleit of U.S. Bank. He favors tech, consumer, and healthcare stocks.

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Trump: "I'd love to debate Bernie"

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump says he wants to debate Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders. He tells the same crowd that he loves women. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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NOAA: 'near-normal' number of storms expected in 2016

Experts from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecast a 'near-normal' number of storms for the 2016 Atlantic hurricane season. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Slow-motion camera captures awesome power of lightning bolts

Florida Institute of Technology scientists capture the awesome power of lightning bolts in super-slow-motion video.

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Stars pose with "Warcraft" wax figures

Cast of new blockbuster 'Warcraft' pose with wax work figures in London. Rough Cut - no reporter narration

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Cellphones linked to cancer

A U.S. government study found low incidences of heart and brain tumors in male rats exposed daily to radio frequencies given off by cellphones. Fred Katayama reports.

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Breakingviews: Chips slip

Rob Cyran and Reynolds Holding discuss the two-year downturn in semiconductor sales and why technology limits and global economic conditions suggest it may be a long-term trend.

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'Quack squad' hunts S African vine pests

A vineyard in Stellenbosch, South Africa is using an army of ducks to help control snails and pests attacking grapes. David Pollard reports.

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G7 fret over global growth prospects

On the final day of their summit in Japan, G7 leaders pledge to boost global growth - amid warnings of financial crisis. Kirsty Basset reports.

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G7 warn on global Brexit risks

G7 leaders warn a British exit from the European Union would be a serious risk to global economic growth, even though the issue wasn't formally discussed. Jacob Greaves reports.

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Travel nightmare looms over holiday weekend

Thousands traveling over Memorial Day Weekend run the risk of missing their flights due to inexplicably long wait times. Gavino Garay reports.

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Obama lays wreath in historic Hiroshima visit

Barack Obama, the first incumbent U.S. president to visit Hiroshima, lays a wreath at the site of the world's first atomic bombing. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Tsai's tough first week as Taiwan president

Beijing is making things a little rough for Taiwan's new president Tsai Ing-wen during her first week in office. Reuters' Anita Li says comments aimed across the Taiwan Strait range from petty criticisms to sterner warnings against independence.

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Is China's 'bus-way' the future of public transport?

Part subway, part bus, China's latest innovation in mass transport goes on show in Beijing. Rough cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Plane evacuated due to engine smoke

A Korean Air Lines plane preparing to take off from a Tokyo airport had to evacuate its passengers after smoke came out of its left engine. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Tsai's tough first week as Taiwan president

Beijing is making things a little rough for Taiwan's new president Tsai Ing Wen during her first week in office. Reuters' Anita Li says comments aimed across the Taiwan Strait range from petty criticisms to sterner warnings against independence.

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Search expands for California teen after shootout

The search for a missing 15-year-old girl in California expands, following a police shootout that killed a suspect. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Winners tie in National Spelling Bee

A fifth-grader from Texas and a seventh-grader from New York are the co-champions of the National Spelling Bee. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Thursday, May 26, 2016

Makeshift cinema helps Indian labourers unwind

An illegal makeshift cinema set up under a busy bridge helps Indian labourers unwind and escape into the world of Bollywood song, dance and romance. Rough cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Tourist boat in Thailand capsizes, kills two

A speedboat capsizes off the coast of a Thai island, killing two people, including a British citizen. Yiming Woo reports.

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A procession in Rome

Pope Francis holds a mass in Rome to mark Corpus Christi, which celebrates the belief that Jesus Christ's body and blood are present in the communion host. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Lava flows from Hawaiian volcano

Aerial video taken by the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory shows two new lava flows at Hawaii's Kilauea volcano. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Justin Bieber sued over "Sorry"

It's too late now to say sorry for pop singer Justin Bieber as he and his co-writers have been sued for allegedly stealing another artist's vocal riff on the song "Sorry". Rollo Ross reports.

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Clinton raises alarm bells over Trump's foreign policy

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton raised alarm bells over Republican presidential candidate Trump saying, "he has even suggested that it is fine with him if more countries get nuclear weapons." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Fleeing Falluja

Civilians fleeing fighting in Falluja head for territory under control of Iraqi security forces, with about 50,000 people still trapped, as the battle approaches. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.

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Russian impressionist art in Moscow

A private museum of Russian impressionist art opens in Moscow featuring a special digital 'breathing canvas' that animates the art pieces.

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Wall St. pauses after two-day run

Wall Street held steady on Thursday after a couple of days of solid gains. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Trump calls Sen. Warren: "a real disaster"

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump continued to take aim at Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren, calling her a "real disaster." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S. Foods added to NYSE menu

Food distributor U.S. Foods went public on Thursday in a billion dollar deal. It was the second largest initial public offering this year. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Yellen will talk inflation, China-Envestnet's Jay Hummel

Envestnet's Jay Hummel, author of The Essential Advisor, talks with Bobbi Rebell about his outlook for the markets, and what investors should be paying attention to this summer.

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Trump: If world leaders are "rattled" by him that's a "good thing"

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump told reporters in Bismarck, North Dakota that if world leaders are rattled by him, "That's a good thing." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Idomeni camp bulldozed, migrants desperate

Greece's Public Order Minister says the evacuation of Idomeni, the makeshift border camp between Greece and Macedonia, is over, but many migrants have set up tents elsewhere. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Artist transforms Louvre's pyramid

French artist JR hides the pyramid entrance to the Louvre behind a giant image of the museum's historic facade. Sharon Reich reports.

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Bubbling lava erupts from Italy's Mount Etna

Europe's highest volcano experiences explosive eruptions, shooting red lava into the sky.

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G7 warns over South China Sea disputes

Gathering in western Japan for the G7 summit, leaders agree on the need to send a strong message regarding the territorial disputes in the South China Sea. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Marilyn Monroe belongings go on display in London

Letters, jewellery and other personal items belonging to Marilyn Monroe go on display in London, ahead of auction. Rough Cut (No reporter narration)

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Protesters camp out, hit the street for $15 wage

Workers demanding a minimum wage increase pitch tents outside the McDonald's headquarters in Oak Brook, Illinois. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Australia's deputy PM weighs in on Depp divorce

Australian Deputy Prime Minister, Barnaby Joyce, weighs in on Johnny Depp's divorce. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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France digs in as strikes deepen

Unions say power output in France has fallen by at least 5 gigawatts after members of the CGT union at utility EDF joined a rolling nationwide strike against planned government reforms. But, as Ivor Bennett reports, the government is refusing to give in to their demands and may be trying to exploit union divisions.

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Oil tops $50 but how long for?

Brent oil futures climb above $50 a barrel for the first time in nearly seven months, boosted by U.S. government figures showing a sharper-than-expected drawdown in crude stocks. As Sonia Legg reports, it helped boost energy-related shares in Europe and Asia.

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Pyongyang's skyline grows despite sanctions

It may be isolated and heavily sanctioned, but there's a building boom happening in the North Korean capital. As Reuters' James Pearson explains, it's not the government that's funding new projects, but a growing class of wealthy investors.

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Sales for Trump, Clinton masks neck and neck at China factory

Excitement over the U.S. presidential race has hit China, where a factory producing masks of the candidates is betting on a victory for Republican Donald Trump.

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Chinese factory churns out Clinton, Trump masks

There's no masking this Chinese factory's enthusiasm for American politics, as Julie Noce reports.

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Bank heist trail runs cold in the Philippines

More than three months have passed since $81 million was stolen from Bangladesh's central bank and sent to Manila, and nobody has been arrested. Reuters' Raju Gopalakrishnan explains what's holding up the investigation.

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Indian man lives for breaking records

A man in India changes his name and dental record for the love of his craft. Julie Noce reports.

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Over 100 firefighters tackle Australian factory fire

More than 100 firefighters work to extinguish a massive factory fire in Sydney. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Chinese factory churns out Clinton, Trump masks

There's no masking this Chinese factory's enthusiasm for American politics, as Julie Noce reports.

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Various heads of state arrive for G7 summit in Japan

Heads of state from the Group of Seven nations arrive at the summit location in Ise, Japan. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Smooth landing for solar plane

The Solar Impulse 2, an experimental airplane powered solely by energy from the sun, lands in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Tornados, storms hit Great Plains

Several tornados and storms slam the U.S. Great Plains, critically injuring two people in Kansas. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Protesters rally outside McDonald's headquarters

Minimum wage protesters calling for $15 per hour take to the streets of Chicago, kicking off two days of protests targeting McDonald's. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Long security lines here to stay - TSA chief

The head of the TSA told lawmakers he doesn't have enough security screeners to meet peak demand at U.S. airports, meaning long lines at security checkpoints will continue.

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Donald Trump says 'the safest place in this country to be is at a Trump rally'

Shortly after a protester was removed for interrupting his speech in Anaheim, Republican candidate Donald Trump said 'the safest place in this country to be is at a Trump rally'.

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Italian navy says migrant boat flipped, five dead

Video shows the Italian navy's dramatic rescue of hundreds of migrants after a large wooden fishing boat capsized off the coast of Libya. The navy says at least five bodies were found. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Clinton "distracted" by shirtless men at rally

After two men take their shirts off at her rally, Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton laughs and says "you know what, as long as they don't take anything else off." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Tiffany's steep sales drop

The strong dollar hurt the luxury retailer's sales in the U.S. and key overseas markets like Hong Kong. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Whole Foods goes budget conscious

Whole Foods Market launches a more affordable alternative to its flagship stores, known as 365, but may have to strike a tricky balance

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"I'm going to play my woman's card": Jamie Lee Curtis

Actress Jamie Lee Curtis introduces Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton at a rally, loudly stating, "I'm going to play all of our women's card. We are playing with a full deck." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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"Quack squad", the latest weapon for eco-friendly winemaker

A vineyard in South Africa is using an army of ducks to help control snails and pests attacking grapes, which has significantly reduced the vineyard's use of pesticides. Rough Cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Ducklings drained but not hurt after ordeal

Animal Control officials in Rancho Bernardo, California, rescue eleven ducklings one-by-one from a storm drain. Rough Cut - Subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Don't feel forced to go into risky assets - advisor

Investors fell they're not being responsible with their money, so they chase risky assets. Avoid that temptation, Scott Hanson of Hanson McClain Advisors tells Reuters' Fred Katayama.

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Polluted water inspires Filipino artists

Filipino artists use water pigments found in Manila's polluted rivers to create watercolor paintings depicting the need to advocate for a cleaner environment.

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Violent protests outside Trump rally in New Mexico

Protesters threw rocks and bottles at police officers who responded with pepper spray outside a rally for Republican presumptive nominee, Donald Trump in Albuquerque, New Mexico on Tuesday night. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Solar plane leaves Ohio, headed for Pennsylvania

Solar Impulse 2, the experimental airplane powered solely by energy from the sun takes off from Dayton, Ohio, en route to Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, in a historic bid to fly around the globe without fuel. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Obama arrives in Japan for G7

U.S. President Barack Obama arrives at Chubu Centrair International Airport in Tokoname, Japan for the G7 Summit. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Child labor in Indonesia’s tobacco farms

Rights groups say that the thousands of children working in hazardous conditions in Indonesia's tobacco firms need better protection.

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Taliban names its new leader

Former deputy Haibatullah Akhunzada is named as the new leader of the Afghan Taliban, as the group confirms for the first time that former leader Mullah Akhtar Mansour was killed in a U.S drone strike. Reuters Asad Hashim has the details on this new appointment.

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Sacha Baron Cohen jokes about Johnny Depp's dogs

Comedian and actor Sacha Baron Cohen jokes about Johnny Depp's recent run-in with Australian authorities over his dogs. Rough Cut (No reporter narration)

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Things are going to be ok, I promise:Obama

U.S. President Barack Obama talks to young people in Vietnam about entrepreneurship, and American politics. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Massive pollution in Cambodian canals

Canals in the Cambodian capital Phnom Penh are heavily polluted and overrun with garbage. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Australia's deputy PM says he's Johnny Depp's 'Hannibal Lecter'

The war of words between actor Johnny Depp and an Australian lawmaker continue. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Baby elephant at Dallas Zoo

Dallas Zoo welcomes the birth of a new African elephant weighing in at 175-pounds and cute as can be. Rough Cut – subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Video captures driver ramming police car before speeding off

Police dashcam video from May 15 from captures 23-year-old Kevina Freeman throwing her car into reverse and crashing into the cruiser before speeding off. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Clinton and Sanders hit California

Democratic presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders both hit the campaign trail in California, as their acrimonious battle for the 2016 nomination approaches its final stretch.

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Federal prosecutors seek death penalty for alleged S. Carolina church shooter

The U.S. Department of Justice says it will seek the death penalty for Dylann Roof, the white man accused of killing nine black parishioners in a shooting rampage at a historic church in Charleston last June. Gavino Garay reports.

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Rivera, Tamayo lead Latin art sales

Rare works by Diego Rivera and Rufino Tamayo headline the spring Latin Art sales at Sotheby's and Christie's in New York.

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Cosby's attorney says his client's rights were "violated"

Brian McMonagle, Comedian Bill Cosby's lawyer, tells reporters after Tuesday's hearing on accusations of sexual assault that "today, a United States citizen had his due process rights violated." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S.-backed Syrian rebels begin offensive near Raqqa

Video from a pro-Syrian Kurdish news agency purportedly shows a U.S.-backed alliance of Kurdish-led armed groups beginning an operation to seize territory north of Islamic State's de-facto capital Raqqa, although the campaign at this stage does not include an assault on the city itself. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Strongest day in three months for stocks

U.S. stocks surged as investors made peace with a possible June rate hike. After the bell, Hewlett Packard Enterprise announced a spin-off of its services business. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Do muscle cars measure up in crash tests?

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety puts three American muscle cars to the test to see how they measure up in crashes. Rough Cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Baylor mum on reports Ken Starr fired as Univ. president

Baylor University declined to comment on reports that Kenneth Starr, the former independent counsel charged with investigating Bill Clinton during his presidency, has been fired over sexual abuse scandals at the school. Linda So reports.

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Protesters crash Chilean presidential palace

Some 20 student activists disguised as tourists crash Chile's presidential palace in Santiago and scuffle with guards who remove them by force, as part of their protest over President Michelle Bachelet's education reforms. Mana Rabiee reports.

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Domino's accused of stealing from workers

Domino's Pizza is being sued for making franchisees use a faulty computer system that resulted in more than half a million dollars in stolen wages, according to the NY state attorney general's office.

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Breaking traditional child marriages in Malawi

A tribal chief in Malawi has become an idol for hundreds of girls for her courage to break up more than 800 child marriages in order to send girls back to school.

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Breakingviews: Snapchat's $20 bln message

Richard Beales and Rob Cyran discuss why the disappearing-chat service's latest price tag may have more staying power than some high-flying startup valuations.

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Ryan slams VA Secretary over 'Disney' comments

House Speaker Paul Ryan criticizes Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert McDonald over his comments comparing VA wait times to Disney. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Thermographic camera knows if you're in love

Spanish researchers believe using a thermographic camera can tell objectively whether a person is in love and say the technology could be developed in mobile phones. Jim Drury reports.

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Battle lines drawn in France oil strikes

French police using water cannon and tear gas break up a strike picket that was blocking access to a large oil refinery in the southern port area of Marseille. As Ivor Bennett reports, the government versus union showdown is about contested labour law reforms.

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Five dead in Hawaii skydiving plane crash

Five people on a skydiving trip are dead after their plane crashed immediately after takeoff on the island of Kauai. Linda So reports.

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Greece starts clearing out thousands from makeshift migrant border camp

Thousands of migrants and refugees are being cleared out of the Idomeni camp on the Greece-Macedonia border where they've been stranded for months waiting for passage to the rest of Europe.

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Obama interviewed by Anthony Bourdain in Vietnam

U.S. President Barack Obama films an interview with famous TV chef Anthony Bourdain and greets crowds in Hanoi. Rough cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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The money to Mexico finds a new path in apps

Trump may threaten to cut off Mexico’s lifeline -- hard earned cash by Mexican migrants in the U.S. – but dozens of unregulated mobile apps are creating a new path for the funds to flow back home.

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Greece starts to move migrants at makeshift camp

Migrants and refugees at a makeshift camp on the Greek border with Macedonia begin clearing out. Yiming Woo reports.

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Obama says Vietnam activists barred from meeting him

U.S. President Barack Obama says several activists were prevented from meeting him, raising concerns about the country's human rights. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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A South Korean ice cream to fight hangovers

A convenience store chain in South Korea now sells an ice cream bar designed to fight hangovers. As Reuters Jee Heun Kahng says, its a new take on a hangover cure in one of Asia's hardest-drinking countries.

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Cambodian oxen predict relief from drought

Royal oxen at a traditional ceremony gobble up rice, corn and beans, believed to signify good harvests for Cambodia despite its worst drought in 50 years. Rough cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Monday, May 23, 2016

Brushfire rips through Southern California hills

Fire crews on the ground and in the air battle a brushfire near the Lake View Terrace community of Los Angeles, California that authorities believe was started by an arsonist. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Bob Dylan turns 75 on May 24

With more than 50 years in the spotlight, iconic music star Bob Dylan is still going strong at 75. Rollo Ross reports.

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Supreme Court rules for black man on death row

The Supreme Court ruled 7-1 that prosecutors wrongly used race in the selection of an all-white jury in the murder case of a black man who spent decades on death row. .

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Royally floral

Blooming exhibits at London's Chelsea Flower Show brings out the Royal family. Rough cut (no reporter narration)

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Drake holds off Beyonce for top spot on Billboard album chart

Drake holds his top spot on the weekly U.S. Billboard 200 album chart, keeping Beyonce from the coveted No. 1 position. Rollo Ross reports.

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Fed concerns weigh on stocks

Stocks closed out Monday's trading session in the red, on continued concerns the Fed could raise rates sooner rather than later. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Pope meets top Egypt cleric ending freeze in relations

Pope Francis meets the grand imam of Egypt's highest Islamic authority, as the two religious leaders seek to heal relations between their faiths. Rough Cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Eurovision winner's parents respond to controversy

Jamala's parents say they're upset with Crimea residents' negative reaction to their daughter's Eurovision song about the Crimean Tatars deportation. Sara Hemrajani reports.

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Yields won't spike much even with Fed rate hikes

The yields on the 10-year Treasury will stay under 2 percent even if the Fed were to raise interest rates this year, says market economist Peter Cardillo.

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Protesters call Nero-Gray verdict 'miscarriage of justice'

Protesters outside a Baltimore court react to news that officer Edward Nero was acquitted of all charges in the 2015 death of black detainee Freddie Gray. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Mickey Mouse and friends to sell at auction

Rare and wonderful: A treasure trove of Walt Disney memorabilia to be sold. Angela Moore reports.

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Breakingviews: Bayer beware

The German conglomerate is offering $62 bln for U.S. seed maker Monsanto. Kevin Allison and Jeffrey Goldfarb break down the value of the deal for both the buyer and seller.

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Clashes near Iraq's Falluja as offensive on IS begins

Iraqi government forces are fighting Islamic State militants near Falluja and bombarding central districts, as an offensive begins to retake the longtime jihadist stronghold that sits a short drive from the capital Baghdad. Mana Rabiee reports.

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Business growth slows but not everywhere

Business growth across the euro zone was at a 16-month low in May but, as Sonia Legg reports, after robust showings from Germany and France Monday's surveys suggest it is the smaller member countries which are struggling.

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Slimy hagfish inspire 'super hydrogels'

Scientists are studying the viscous, elastic slime of the Atlantic hagfish to create novel "super hydrogels", for use in numerous applications - from disposable nappies to adhesive plasters and contact lenses. Matthew Stock reports.

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Daniel Craig speaks out against landmines at humanitarian summit

James Bond star Daniel Craig addresses leaders at the world's first humanitarian summit in Istanbul.

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At least 40 army recruits killed in a suicide car bombing in Yemen

A suicide car bombing claimed by Islamic State has killed at least 40 army recruits in the Yemeni city of Aden, in one of the deadliest attacks yet on the beleaguered government.

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Fare war looms as Ryanair cuts prices

Ryanair, Europe's largest low-cost airline, is prepared for a fare war to break out later this year. As Hayley Platt reports, it's cutting its own fares sharply to increase its market share to sustain profits.

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Surprise on-air tirade questions Israeli politics

From expected and unexpected corners of israel, commentators are aghast by Netanyahu's shunting aside of his defence minister in favour of far-right nationalist Avigdor Lieberman, a move they say takes the nation in a dangerous new direction.

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Stars walk red carpet at Billboard Music Awards

Stars including Ashton Kutcher and Britney Spears walk red carpet at 2016 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Obama lifts arms embargo on Vietnam

Barack Obama says the U.S. will fully lift an embargo on sales of lethal arms to Vietnam. But there are some strings attached: Washington says it still expects Hanoi to show progress on human rights. Reuters' Martin Petty says that might be tricky.

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States on frontline may not be ready for Zika

Some of the states most at risk for an outbreak of the Zika virus this summer are severely lacking in both the funding and expertise needed to fight the spread.

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Taliban leader 'is dead': Obama

U.S. President Barack Obama confirms that the leader of the Afghan Taliban had been killed in an American air strike. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Obama feeds fish in Vietnam

U.S. President Barack Obama feeds fish at the presidential palace in Hanoi. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Pakistan, Afghanistan notified of Taliban strike: Kerry

Secretary of State John Kerry says authorities in Pakistan and Afghanistan were notified of the U.S. strike that reportedly killed the AfghanTaliban leader. Yiming Woo reports.

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Obama lifts arms embargo on Vietnam

President Barack Obama says the United States will end its embargo on trade in lethal arms with Vietnam. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Vietnam welcomes Obama

U.S. President Barack Obama is welcomed by President Tran Dai Quang in Hanoi as an arms embarago on Vietnam hangs in the balance. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Sunday, May 22, 2016

Argentine Justin Bieber fans protest

Argentine fans of Justin Bieber protest in Buenos Aires, calling for their government to let the pop star perform in the country. Rough cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Los Angeles braces for arrival of Zika virus

With an outbreak of the Zika virus expected to reach the continental United States in the coming weeks, Los Angeles is aiming to quell the number of cases by wiping out mosquito breeding sources. Vanessa Johnston reports.

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Protest in Brazil against acting president

Thousands demonstrate against Brazil's acting president Michel Temer and his austerity measures. Yiming Woo reports.

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Sanders vows to beat Trump 'badly'

U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders calls out the Democratic party establishment and says he will beat Republican rival Donald Trump.

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One dead in Massachusetts police shootout

A massive manhunt for a man suspected in the shooting death of a police officer at a traffic stop ends in a shootout that killed the suspect and wounded a state trooper. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Man attacked by bear after entering cage at zoo

A 21-year-old man is hospitalized after he snuck into a North Dakota zoo after hours and stuck his arm into a cage containing a brown bear. Diane Hodges reports.

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Ken Loach wins second Cannes Palme d'Or

British veteran director Ken Loach has won his second Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Edward Baran reports.

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New Yorkers meet therapy reading dogs, friendly tortoise

In this week's animal news, a pet tortoise goes on a stroll through Central Park and non-judgemental dogs encourage young children to keep reading. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Postal votes to decide Austrian presidency, with far right in lead

The two candidates for Austria's presidential race are locked in a statistical dead heat and must wait for postal ballots to be counted before a winner is determined. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Stars and jury members arrive at Cannes awards show

Actors and directors in the running for the Palme d'Or as well as jury members arrive in Cannes for the awards ceremony. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Afghans confirm death of Taliban leader in U.S. drone strike

Afghan officials have confirmed the death of Taliban leader Mullah Akhtar Mansour in a U.S. drone strike, but many details remain unexplained. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Excited Vietnamese greet Obama

Vietnamese enthusiastically welcome U.S. President Barack Obama and hope for stronger diplomatic and economic ties, and the lifting of an arms embargo. Diane Hodges reports.

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Pope calls for action at Humanitarian Summit

Pope Franics calls on world leaderst to come up with a plan to increase global humanitarian aid at this week's World Humanitarian Summit in Turkey. Diane Hodges reports.

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Obama arrives in Asia

President Obama arrives in Asia for a week-long trip to Vietnam and Japan, including a G7 meeting where he will discuss how to counter China's assertiveness in the region.

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Obama arrives in Vietnam, seeks to turn old foe into new partner

U.S. President Barack Obama arrived in Vietnam late Sunday ahead of a three-day trip aimed at sealing the transformation of an old enemy into a new partner. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Shooting near White House, drug lord extradition approved

A week in crime extends from a man getting shot after brandishing a gun near the White House to drug kingpin Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman's resisting extradition to the U.S. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Sisi: "There is no scenario we can confirm"

As Egypt deploys submarine to hunt for EgyptAir plane President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi said, "There is no scenario we can confirm." Subtitled Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Coptic Christians hold prayers for EgyptAir crash victims

Egypt's Coptic Christians pray for the victims of the EgyptAir plane crash at Cairo's main Coptic Cathedral. Rough Cut - Subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Exaggerator wins Preakness, no Triple Crown

Exaggerator upset Kentucky Derby winner Nyquist at the Preakness Stakes, ensuring there will be no Triple Crown winner this year. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Austrian election could produce EU's first far-right head of state

Austria could elect the European Union's first far-right head of state, with support for Freedom Party candidate Norbert Hofer on the rise after he took the lead in the first round last month. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Russian paratroopers hold drills in central Ryazan region

Russian paratroopers stage major drills in the country's central Ryazan region. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Kerry says Taliban leader Mansour posed a 'continuing imminent threat'

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry says Mullah Akhtar Mansour posed a "continuing imminent threat" to U.S. personnel in Afghanistan, after the Taliban leader was thought to have been killed in an air strike. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Seven dead, others injured after Indonesian volcano erupts

Hot ash from Mount Sinabung in North Sumatra has killed at least seven people and injured several others. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Colombo celebrates Buddhist festival of Vesak

The Sri Lankan city of Colombo was aglow in lights as thousands celebrate the Buddhist festival of Vesak. Rough Cut-subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Clinton reiterates call for gun control laws

U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton repeated her call for "common sense" gun laws during a campaign stop in Florida where she met with the mothers of the Trayvon Martin Foundation, named after the Florida teen shot dead by neighborhood watch volunteer George Zimmerman. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Sanders calls for path to citizenship for Mexicans

US presidential candidate Bernie Sanders calls for comprehensive immigration reform during a trip to the border fence dividing San Diego from Tijuana. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Saturday, May 21, 2016

Bill stumps for Hillary as California preps for vote

Former U.S. President Bill Clinton stumps for his wife and presidential candidate Hillary Clinton in the San Diego area as the country's most populous state readies for its nominating contest in early June. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Islamic State calls for attacks on West during Ramadan

A new audio message purporting to be from Islamic State spokesman Abu Muhammad Al-Adnani calls on followers of the militant group to launch attacks on the U.S. and Europe during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. Rough Cut - Subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Afghan Taliban leader likely killed in U.S. strike

Afghan Taliban leader Mullah Akhtar Mansour was likely killed in a U.S. military drone strike in Pakistan authorized by U.S. President Barack Obama, a U.S. official says, speaking on condition of anonymity. Mana Rabiee reports.

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Czech treetop hotel offers a break from civilisation

Guests of a Czech treetop hotel take a break from city life to enjoy nature at their footstep. Rough Cut - Subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Sanders highlighting differences with Clinton in New Mexico

Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders is highlighting the differences between he and his opponent, Hillary Clinton, during a campaign stop in New Mexico. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Clashes break out during Bachelet speech in Chile

Protests turned violent in Valparaiso where a government worker died while President Michelle Bachelet was addressing Congress. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Russian air force shows off aerobatic teams

The Russian air force puts on an air show over Kubinka air base west of Moscow to celebrate 25 years since the foundation of the country's elite aerobatic teams. Rough Cur (no reporter narration).

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Blimp makes emergency landing in Philadelphia

A blimp makes an emergency landing and deflates at a construction site next to a Philadelphia highway. One eyewitness says it almost landed on his car. Vanessa Johnston reports.

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Drama therapy aims to help Lebanese prisoners

A drama therapy project inside the confines of Lebanon's Roumieh prison aims to help rehabilitate inmates, or make life-long incarceration and awaiting execution just a little easier to handle. Mana Rabiee reports.

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Obama departs for Vietnam

U.S. President Barack Obama departs from Andrews Air Force Base on a historic trip to Vietnam. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Rain forecast may bring relief to deadly India heatwave

Rainfall predicted across India's north may bring a much-needed respite to a heatwave that has killed at least 150 people. Mana Rabiee reports.

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Kazakh police break up anti-government protests

Kazakh police broke up anti-government protests across the country on Saturday, detaining dozens of protesters and cordoning off the main squares of major cities. Rough Cut - Subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Chicago airports to get staffing boost

The U.S. government is accelerating plans to add security staff and bomb-sniffing dogs at Chicago's two major airports after a "breakdown" earlier this week that frustrated travelers. Vanessa Johnston reports.

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Solar plane takes off from Oklahoma on global quest

The Solar Impulse 2, a solar-powered airplane on a historic bid to circle the globe takes off from Tulsa, Oklahoma, and flies to Dayton, Ohio, on the 12th leg of its journey. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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EgyptAir debris recovery begins in Mediterranean

As Egyptian teams begin recovering items from the crashed EgyptAir plane, French officials say smoke signals were detected moments before the plane plunged into the Mediterranean. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Rescue efforts underway in flood-ravaged Sri Lanka

The Sri Lankan military is attempting to reach thousands of people stranded in their homes after the country was hit by the worst flooding in 25 years. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Apple's Tim Cook meets with Indian PM Modi

Apple Inc CEO Tim Cook holds a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi as his company looks for new growth markets. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Obama trumpets new overtime rules in weekly address

U.S. President Barack Obama hails a new rule to extend overtime pay to 4.2 million American workers during his weekly address. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Funerals held for protesters killed in Baghdad protests

Funerals are held for protesters who were killed in violent demonstrations in Baghdad's fortified Green Zone on Friday. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Hanoi prepares for Obama visit

The city of Hanoi in Vietnam is getting ready to host U.S. President Barack Obama for several days. Julie Noce reports.

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Friday, May 20, 2016

Egypt finds human remains from plane crash at sea

Egypt said that its navy had found human remains of passengers floating in the Mediterranean, confirmation that an EgyptAir jet plunged into the sea with 66 people on board. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.

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Sri Lankan air force mobilizes to rescue flood victims

Sri Lanka's president promises full support to flood victims as hundreds of thousands are forced from their homes after days of torrential rain. Rough Cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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From selfies to chaos: A tourist view of the White House lockdown

Witnesses describe a chaotic scene after a shot is heard near the White House. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Donald Trump tells NRA 'getting rid of gun-free zones'

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump tells the National Rifle Association that if he will be "getting rid of gun-free zones" if elected.

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Sanders: "We are going to fight for every last vote"

Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders signaled he is not backing down telling supporters in New Mexico, "We are going to fight for every last vote." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Stars of 'The Last Face' walk the red carpet in Cannes

The stars of Sean Penn's latest directorial effort 'The Last Face' walk the red carpet in Cannes. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Donald Trump on teleprompters

Donald Trump says presidential candidates should have non-teleprompter speeches only because "you find out about people."

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Gosling and Crowe play not so 'Nice Guys' in a seedy 70s Los Angeles

Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe play two hopeless private eyes in a seedy late 1970s Los Angeles in "The Nice Guys." Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Protests lead to curfew in Baghdad

Baghdad imposes a curfew after Green Zone protesters clash with police, injuring dozens. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.

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Egypt finds belongings, debris from plane crash

The Egyptian navy says it has found personal belongings of passengers and other debris floating in the Mediterranean, showing that EgyptAir flight 804 plunged into the sea with 66 people onboard. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Donald Trump on San Bernardino: 'If we had guns...boom'

Republican candidate Donald Trump tells the National Rifle Association that during the San Bernardino attacks: "Boom....if we had guns on the other side, it wouldn't have been that way."

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Brazilian researchers develop face-controlled wheelchair

Brazilian researchers develop a wheelchair that can be controlled through small facial, head or iris movements. Roselle Chen reports.

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Return to Cambodia's "Killing Field"

Hundreds of Cambodians gather to remember those who died during the Khmer Rouge regime. Rough Cut-subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Security forces fire on protesters in Baghdad's Green Zone

Protesters storm into Baghdad's Green Zone and are repelled by security forces firing tear gas and live bullets, according to a Reuters witness. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Cash out now if you can't handle volatility

Market volatility could increase with anxiety over the next Fed rate hike. So move to fixed income or cash out if you think you can't take a 10 percent drop, says wealth advisor Ken Kamen.

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Nicolas Winding Refn talks 16 year old girls in Cannes

Danish director Nicolas Winding Refn presents his latest feature 'The Neon Demon', starring Elle Fanning, about the fierce competition among models in a world where youth and beauty are the only things that count. Rough Cut - no reporter narration

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Breakingviews: Insider trading chip shot

Reynolds Holding and Richard Beales discuss dodgy dealings involving an ex-Dean Foods chairman and, indirectly, a golf pro and why such cases are alive and well – even against company bosses.

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Pain, grief during prayers for EgyptAir victims

Family and friends come together in prayer at a mosque in Cairo to pay respects to the victims of the EgyptAir flight that crashed into the Mediterranean. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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South Korea launches hangover cure ice cream

A South Korean convenience store launches a hangover-fighting ice cream marketed specifically to combat the after-effects of alcohol consumption. Holly Rubenstein reports.

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Paris attack suspect refuses to speak

Salah Abdeslam, the only surviving Paris attacks suspect, appears in a French court for the first time but refuses to speak. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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San Francisco police chief resigns

San Francisco's police chief Greg Suhr has resigned under pressure from the city's mayor, hours after an officer's fatal shooting of a black woman. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Obama weighs lifting Vietnam arms ban

President Obama has a tough call to make on whether to lift a ban on arms exports to Vietnam. Washington says Hanoi’s human rights record is a sticking point, but at the same time, the rise of China is an incentive for Obama make friends. Martin Petty reports.

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Egyptian military says missing EgyptAir plane debris found

Egyptian state TV reported that the navy has found items belonging to the passengers of the EgyptAir flight that went down in the Mediterranean Sea, north of the Egyptian coastal city of Alexandria.

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China's Olympic hopefuls see there's more to life

China's gymnastic production line has been churning out Olympic medals for decades, and they train hard from a very young age. But as Anita Li reports, high training costs and a greater value on education are leading many to pick a different path.

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Taiwan's first female president sworn in

The leader of Taiwan's pro-independence Democratic People's Party, Tsai Ing-wen, sends a message of peace with China as she is sworn as president. But in her speech, no mention of the 'one China' policy that Beijing has been pushing for. Tara Joseph reports from the inauguration in Taipei.

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Pakistan digs mass graves as heat wave looms

Karachi residents are digging mass graves to prepare for an impending heat wave, as Pakistan steels itself for temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius. Yiming Woo reports.

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China's Olympic hopefuls see there's more to life

China's gymnastic production line has been churning out Olympic medals for decades, and they train hard from a very young age. But as Anita Li reports, high training costs and a greater value on education are leading many to pick a different path.

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First female president takes office in Taiwan

Taiwan's first female president, Tsai Ing-wen, is sworn into office, as a wary China watches over. Natasha Howitt reports.

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Jason Derulo fans see double

Singer Jason Derulo meets his match after his wax likeness is unveiled at Madame Tussauds in Hollywood. John Russell reports.

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Thursday, May 19, 2016

Taiwan inaugurates first female president

Tsai Ing-wen is sworn in as Taiwan's first female president. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump: EgyptAir flight was 'blown out of the sky'

U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump says the EgyptAir plane that disappeared over the Mediterranean was "blown out of the sky" and criticizes Democratic rival Hillary Clinton's reaction to the incident. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Palestinian journalist released by Israel

Israel has released a Palestinian journalist they accused of being a Hamas activist after he held a three-month-long hunger strike. Rough Cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Improving the fan experience with technology

The head of IBM’s sports and entertainment practice, Jim Rushton, talks about fan-centric design. From dealing with traffic to parking issues to where to find a hot dog once inside the stadium, he explains how technology can play a role in making your visit more enjoyable.

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Canada's Trudeau says wants Britain to stay in E.U.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he wants Britain to stay in the European Union during a Reuters interview at his Parliamentary office in Ottawa. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Henry the tortoise takes a Central Park walk

"He's that person at the party that mingles and talks to everyone. He's the mixer," says Amanda Green, owner of Henry the 17-pound tortoise. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trudeau 'regrets' physical interaction in Parliament

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau tells Reuters that he "regrets" his recent conduct in Parliament, when he physically intervened during a confrontation between members of parliament. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump woos Sanders loyalists amid Dem chaos

Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders has had a tough week navigating the fall out for his supporters' aggressive behavior at the Nevada State Convention, leaving both Sanders and party leaders wondering how to unite the party against Donald Trump.

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Theater chain not liable in 2012 Colorado movie massacre

A jury decides the owners of a Colorado movie theater, Cinemark USA Inc., where a gunman killed 12 people during the 2012 screening of a Batman film, are not liable for the mass shooting. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Pro-golfer Phil Mickelson part of trading scandal

U.S. authorities on Thursday charged a former chairman of Dean Foods and a professional Las Vegas gambler with engaging in a years-long insider trading scheme, which included a tip that benefited professional golfer Phil Mickelson.

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Dolan brings his 'best film yet' to Cannes

27-year-old Canadian director Xavier Dolan returns to Cannes with family drama 'Juste la fin du monde' (It's Only the End of the World). Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Twenty-three injured in Peruvian bullfighting festival

Twenty-three people were injured in the first three days of the traditional "Toro Chutay" bullfighting festival in Peru's Huancavelica region. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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First images released of Egypt plane search

The Egyptian military releases video showing the ongoing sea and air search underway to locate the wreckage of an Egyptian passenger plane that plunged into the Mediterranean. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Golfer Mickelson to repay profits made in alleged insider trading scheme: Feds

U.S. authorities announce insider trading charges against a professional Las Vegas gambler, and a former company chairman, also saying pro golfer Phil Michelson benefitted from their scheme. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Rescued Chibok girl meets Nigeria's president

A Nigerian schoolgirl rescued after more than two years of captivity with Boko Haram militants meets President Muhammadu Buhari.

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Too early to determine cause of EgyptAir disappearance: White House

"It's too early to definitively say what may have caused this disaster," says White House Spokesman Josh Earnest, adding that U.S. officials "have been in touch with their counterparts in France and Egypt to offer assistance." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Greece says it's found debris of missing EgyptAir jet

An EgyptAir jet carrying 66 passengers and crew from Paris to Cairo disappeared from radar over the Mediterranean south of Greece on Thursday, with Athens saying the plane swerved in mid-air before plunging from cruising height and vanishing.

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Trump's judges list a positive step: Paul Ryan

U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan says Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's announcement of the names of 11 judges he would consider for the Supreme Court was a "very good step in the right direction." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Dean Foods referred to as 'Dallas Cowboys' in alleged insider trading scandal: U.S. Attorney

U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara announced insider trading charges against Billy Walters, a professional Los Angeles gambler, and Tom Davis, ex-chairman of Dean Foods. Davis referred to his company as "Dallas Cowboys" during illegal conversations in an alleged insider trading scandal that involved golfer Phil Mickelson.

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Breakingviews: Goldman's Tesla timing

An upgrade on the electric-car maker's stock from Goldman Sachs analysts coincided with its bankers helping Tesla sell new shares. Antony Currie and Jeffrey Goldfarb take a closer look.

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Freed Nigerian schoolgirl arrives for meeting with President

Nigerian schoolgirl Amina Ali, who was rescued after over two years of captivity with Boko Haram militants, arrives for a meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari, amid hopes she can shed light on the fate of 218 other abducted Chibok girls. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Alaskan man saved from a burning vehicle in a dramatic rescue

A policeman and onlookers manage to pull a trapped man from a burning car in a dramatic rescue in Alaska.

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Man badly injured after falling over cliff

Officials say it took rescue crews nearly two hours to rescue a man who fell off a cliff while riding an ATV in Stanwood, Washington. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Blue diamond fetches record $57.6 million at auction

"Oppenheimer Blue", the largest and finest fancy vivid blue diamond ever offered at auction, sells for world record $57.6 million. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Death toll set to climb after Sri Lanka landslides

Hopes are fading for the survival of about 150 people trapped under the mud and rubble of two landslides in Sri Lanka, where torrential rains have forced hundreds of thousands from their homes. Mana Rabiee reports.

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Chinese jets buzzed U.S. spy plane: Pentagon

The Pentagon says two Chinese fighter jets flew too close to a U.S. spy plane flying over the South China Sea. It says the encounter was in international air space. But Reuters' Greg Torode explains why that might not matter so much to Beijing.

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Top Beijing official's warning against Hong Kong independence

China's No. 3 leader Zhang Dejiang warned against Hong Kong independence during his departing speech at the end of his three-day visit.

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Lung cancer breathalyser in UK clinical trials

A breathalyser that could detect the early signs of lung cancer in patients' exhaled breath is undergoing clinical trials in Britain. Matthew Stock reports.

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Largest ever photo event opens in London

Photo London opens in the capital, representing 85 of the world’s leading galleries and showcasing work by some of the most important photographers from the earliest days of photography to today

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Over 200 migrants rescued in Mediterranean

A Norwegian ship rescues 201, including 65 children, in the Mediterranean. Rough Cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Young Chinese athletes focus on academics, too

A shift in China's athletic training programs help students succeed, even if they don't make it in sports. Julie Noce reports.

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English Premier League champions visit Thai palace

Leicester City, English Premier League champions, visit Thailand's glittering Grand Palace. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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EgyptAir plane missing

EgyptAir says a plane flying from Paris to Cairo has disappeared 10 miles into Egyptian air space. Rough Cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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EgyptAir says flight from Paris to Cairo missing

National carrier EgyptAir says a plane carrying 66 passengers and crew on a flight from Paris to Cairo has gone missing. Natasha Howitt reports.

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Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Canada's PM apologizes after physical altercation

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau apologizes in Parliament after he rushed across the floor to hurry one legislator to his seat, was accused of elbowing another in the chest and got into a shouting match with an opposition leader. Rough Cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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DC Comics universe on display

Warner Bros. unveils super hero attraction at studio backlot featuring the likes of Superman, Batman and other DC Comic heroes. John Russell reports.

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Man saved from burning car in Alaska

A man trapped by a burning vehicle is pulled to safety by a policeman and passersby in Anchorage, Alaska, in a dramatic rescue captured on video. Rough Cut - no reporter narration.

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Firefighters battle hospital fire in Ankara

A fire sweeps through the roof of Turkey's Numune hospital in Ankara, prompting panic among patients and their relatives. Vanessa Johnston reports.

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Anti-Maduro protesters face-off with Venezuelan police

Venezuelan police fire tear gas as several thousand opposition protesters demand a recall vote to end President Nicolas Maduro's socialist rule. Vanessa Johnston reports.

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First look at freed Nigerian schoolgirl

Nigerian teenager Amina Ali is the first of the so-called 'Chobok girls' to be freed after she and over 200 classmates were kidnapped by Boko Haram militants more than two years ago. Mana Rabiee reports.

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Sanders shifts focus to California

Despite Hillary Clinton's approach toward acquiring the delegates she needs to clinch her party's nomination, Bernie Sanders celebrates his victories in San Jose and focuses on the primary battle in California. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Heavy rain drenches South Florida

Communities in South Florida are underwater after powerful storms ripped through the area, knocking down trees and overturning mobile homes. Vanessa Johnston reports.

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June is month to watch for rate hike

The minutes from the April Federal Reserve policy meeting indicate a likely interest rate hike in June if the economy improves as policymakers expect. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Billionaire V.C. under fire in beach dispute

A battle over access to a prime piece of California coast has brought unwanted attention to one of the most prominent venture capitalists in Silicon Valley.

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Kristen Stewart 'at home' with French film industry

Kristen Stewart talks about mixing making the Twilight movies with indie projects; the joy of making movies in France and her hopes for working with Olivier Assayas in the future. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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'Aquarius' team at Cannes raise Brazil concerns

Brazilian director of 'Aquarius' expresses concern over the situation in his country after the suspension of President Dilma Rousseff last week.. (Rough Cut - no reporter narration).

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Humpback whale entangled off Mass. coast

Rescue crews are trying to free a humpback whale entangled in fishing lines off Massachusetts' Cape Ann coast. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Google launches Google Assistant: CEO Sundar Pichai

Google CEO Sundar Pichai launches Google Assistant during his keynote address at the search engine giant's annual development conference in Mountain View, California.

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Google says creating home entertainment device Google Home

Google is creating a home entertainment device called Google Home which will be available later this year, according to Mario Queiroz, vice president of product management at the search engine giant's annual development conference in Mountain View, California.

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Quake rattles nerves in Ecuador

Security cameras capture the moment a magnitude 6.7 earthquake hits the coastal Ecuadorian city of Esmeraldas. Rought Cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Anti-Maduro protesters clash with Venezuelan police

Venezuelan police block an anti-Maduro march in Caracas, the third demonstration in the city this week demanding a referendum to recall the president. Rough Cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Dardennes brothers bring 'La Fille Inconnue' to Cannes

Double Palme d'Or winners Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne present their latest offering at Cannes Film Festival, saying viewers own the film and can see the message they want in it. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Protesters band together in Brazil

Opponents of Brazil’s new interim government organize a musical protest. Angela Moore reports.

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French protesters burn police car as police stage protest against recent violence

Protesters in Paris torch a cop car during a protest against police, as the officers themselves protest against what they say is the burden of having to maintain security and near-daily clashes with opponents to government plans to reform labor laws.

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Wave test platform creating ripples

A unique wave testing tank in Edinburgh is creating ripples in the renewable energy community. Jim Drury reports.

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Millions set for pay boost with new overtime rule

The Obama adminstration is issuing new rules that extend overtime pay to 4.2 million U.S. workers. Linda So reports.

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India inaugurates the world's largest rooftop solar plant

India launches renewable energy project expected to provide clean energy sufficient to power 8,000 homes in Punjab state.

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Trump clears air with Fox's Kelly, talks about 'regrets'

U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump clears the air with Fox News anchor Megyn Kelly after a months-long public feud, telling her he has some "regrets" in life and, in his own way, apologizing for Tweeting that she was a "bimbo". Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Japan's economy dodges recession

Japan's economy expanded at the fastest pace in a year in the first quarter, thanks in part to a leap year consumption boost. But, as Laura Frykberg reports, analysts say the rebound is not strong enough to dispel concerns over a contraction this quarter

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Bangladesh's gay community is living in fear

Weeks after Bangladesh's top gay rights activist was murdered by Muslim militants, the LGBT community is going into hiding. Reuters' Sanjeev Miglani says they are fearful of being the next target.

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Sanders vows not to drop out of race

Democratic presidential Bernie Sanders says he will stay until "the last ballot is cast" even as rival Hillary Clinton is expected to eventually secure the party's nomination. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Deadly landslides in Sri Lanka

Landslides in Sri Lanka have killed at least 150 people after days of heavy rain. Yiming Woo reports.

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Striking Belgian prison guards burst into ministry

Dozens of Belgian prison warders break into a ministry building during a trade union demonstration. Rough cut - subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Tuesday, May 17, 2016

Activists climb Madrid tower in trade pact protest

Greenpeace activists scale Madrid's Kio Towers to protest the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Venezuela leader sees 'disappearance' of opposition legislature

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro warns of the imminent demise of the opposition-led parliament and the existence of an alleged U.S. plot to ultimately force him out of power. Rough Cut - Subtitled (no reporter narration).

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Exclusive: Trump willing to meet N. Korea's Kim

In Exclusive interview, presumptive Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump says he'd willing to talk to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to try to stop Pyongyang's nuclear program. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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J.K. Rowling says Trump has a right to be bigoted

J.K. Rowling gives a message of tolerance as she picks up her PEN/Allen Foundation Literary Service Award. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Kristen Stewart walks Cannes red carpet for Olivier Assayas' "Personal Shopper" premiere

Kristen Stewart hits the red carpet for the premiere of "Personal Shopper" about an American personal shopper in Paris, trying to connect with her dead brother. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Almodovar's Julieta premieres at Cannes

Pedro Almodovar's latest offering 'Julieta' premieres in Cannes, where it is competing for the Palme d'Or. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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“Clinton Cash’ is screened in Cannes

Filmmakers say the film “Clinton Cash’ exposes questionable Clinton finances. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Police test man for anthrax after he parks on National Mall

U.S. Park Police say a man who was arrested after he drove his truck on to the National Mall was tested for anthrax contamination, as his truck is searched by robots. Nathan Frandino reports.

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U.S. stocks took a step back on Tuesday

Stocks drop on rate hike jitters after investors increased their bets that the Fed would raise rates later this year. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Police dashcam captures suspected meteor in Maine sky

A police dashcam video captured what is suspected of being a meteor flashing across the sky in Portland, Maine. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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LendingClub troubles mount

Shares of LendingClub lost even more ground, adding to last week's 51 percent plunge, after news of a shareholder lawsuit. Bobbi Rebell reports.

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Increasing the transplant donor pool by fixing lungs outside of the body

An ongoing clinical trial looking at a device designed to recondition lungs outside of the body could increase the numbers of donor organs available for transplants and potentially improve survival rates in the future, researchers say. Ben Gruber reports.

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South Korean novelist wins Man Booker International Prize

South Korean author Han Kang wins the Man Booker International Prize for fiction for her novel "The Vegetarian". Rough Cut (No reporter narration)

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Man freed after 18 years in Texas jail

John Nolley, convicted of murder in 1998, is granted bond while his innocence claims are reconsidered based on new evidence in his case. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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India lashed by rain, scorched by heat

Rains are lashing southern parts of India while intense heat wave conditions are making life miserable in the north and west. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Sanders visits Puerto Rico ahead of primary

Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders campaigns in Puerto Rico, making a pitch for the 60 pledged delegates at stake. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Breakingviews: Pandora unboxed

Jen Saba and Reynolds Holding discuss activist investor Keith Meister's efforts to engineer a sale of the online music service and whether rivals Spotify and Sirius XM make sense as buyers.

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Man rescued from collapsed building

Emergency crews pull a man from a collapsed home in West Philadelphia, who was reportedly trapped under debris in the basement. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Ryan says GOP unity crucial ahead of election

House Speaker Paul Ryan says he wants "real unification over our common principles and policies" with Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, who Ryan says is "getting the nomination." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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French protest unpopular reform

French President Francois Hollande says the battle is not won against unemployment, and driving through labor reforms aimed at delivering jobs is more important than presidential popularity. And as Laura Frykberg reports, protests against the reforms are not letting up.

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Scores killed in Baghdad bombings

Three bombings have killed at least 63 people and wounded more than 100 in Baghdad. Islamic State is claiming responsibility. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Clinton looks to snap losing streak in Kentucky

As Democrats head to the polls in Kentucky and Oregon, presidential candidate Hillary Clinton hopes a big win in Kentucky can help her put down tenacious challenger Bernie Sanders.

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Robert De Niro walks Cannes red carpet

Hollywood star Robert De Niro walks the Cannes red carpet at the premiere of boxing drama 'Hands of Stone'. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Primitive advertising takes shape in N. Korea

In theory, the sate is meant to control everything that North Koreans get to see, but as James Pearson explains, the rise of the so-called 'money masters' is giving way to a wave of very basic advertising.

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Vodafone grows for first time since 2008

Vodafone says its earnings growth will accelerate this year after a programme to improve its networks boosted demand in Europe. As Hayley Platt reports, it also helped the group return to underlying growth in 2016 revenue and core earnings for the first time since 2008.

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Landslides, heavy flooding in Sri Lanka

Heavy rains cause floods and landslides in Sri Lanka after a three-month heat wave ends. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Poroshenko awards singer Jamala after Eurovision win

Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko gives medal to singer Jamala, the winner of the Eurovision Song Contest. Rough Cut (No reporter narration)

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Duterte memorabilia flying off the shelves in Davao

Business is booming in Davao where shops are selling memorabilia of tough-talking Rodrigo Duterte who's poised to become the Philippines next president. Julie Noce reports.

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Tito Jackson traces Michael's steps in new favela video

Michael Jackson's brother, Tito, returns to the favela where the iconic "They Don't Care About Us" video was filmed, to record a new song alongside a community project. Rough Cut (No reporter narration).

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Young Chinese athletes focus on academics, too

A shift in China's athletic training programs help students succeed, even if they don't make it in sports. Julie Noce reports.

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U.S. Coast Guard rescue French sailor

The U.S. Coast Guard rescue distressed boaters from a lake in Michigan and a French sailor off the coast of New Jersey. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Monday, May 16, 2016

China and Thailand, a match made in business heaven

Chinese investment has been increasing in Thailand as both economies find benefits from working with each other. Julie Noce reports.

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'Loving' cast and crew walk the red carpet at Cannes

Cast and crew of Jeff Nichols' latest film 'Loving' walk the red carpet in Cannes for the film's premiere. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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High court dodges ruling on Obamacare birth control

The Supreme Court declined to rule in a high profile Obamacare case on whether religious groups must provide contraceptives to employees, but proposed a compromise for lower courts to resolve the case.

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Venezuela buys time as it reaches new oil deal with China

Venezuela says a better deal over oil loans was reached with China, but authorities warn the economy is likely to remain in recession until the end of 2017. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.

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Therapy dogs help New York immigrant kids clear reading hurdles

A reading program aimed at improving the literacy skills of immigrant children uses therapy dogs as furry, non judgmental listeners. Elly Park reports.

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Singer Sinead O'Connor found safe in Chicago area: police

Police say Irish-born pop star Sinead O'Connor was found safe, hours after authorities reported her missing in a Chicago suburb. Linda So reports.

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White male cabinet raises fears of backsliding in diverse Brazil

Interim president Michel Temer's all white, male cabinet raises fears that steps toward diversity and social inclusion under leftist rule will be left to slide backwards. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Record snow hits Maine in May

Parts of northern Maine woke up Monday morning to five inches of snow in mid-May. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Remnants of Ancient Rome found off coast of Israel

Divers find ancient Roman cargo from 1,600-year old shipwreck in Israel. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.

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Vardy leads the party in Leicester City

Tens of thousands of Leicester City fans cheer the squad as they parade the Premier League trophy through the city. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Turkish town becoming front-line in Syrian war

Distressed residents of Kilis are angry at rocket attacks from Islamic State and fearful for the future, as the border town becomes a front-line and thousands flee. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.

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Listen to Warren Buffett on Apple

Look for more retail investors to buy Apple's beleagured shares now that the Oracle of Omaha has spoken, says Jonathan Corpina of MEP Traders.

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Breakingviews: Apple of Omaha

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway disclosed a $1.1 bln stake in Apple, in a rare break from the Oracle's aversion to tech. Rob Cyran and Jeffrey Goldfarb question the logic.

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