Is Trump running for president mostly to avoid prison?
It's impossible to know how genuinely worried Donald Trump may be about the prospect of going to jail for any of the criminal offences he has been charged with. He…
Jack Smith: The special counsel investigating Donald Trump
He is currently overseeing two separate criminal investigations into a former American president, but Jack Smith is no stranger to bringing high-stakes cases. Over the past two decades, Mr Smith,…
‘Dangerous manoeuvres’ in China and Philippines’ cat-and-mouse sea chase
A Chinese Coast Guard ship blocked a Philippine patrol vessel in the South China Sea, causing a near collision in waters where Beijing's vast claims have alarmed the US and…
Philippines: The paradise islands caught in the US-China crosshairs
The largest ever military exercises between the United States and the Philippines are drawing to a close. They began just days after China's military rehearsed a blockade of Taiwan –…
Holding out against China in a row over reefs
China has had an unusually busy and bizarre week. On Monday – as the saga over the alleged spy balloon dragged into its 11th day – a fresh spat erupted…
Chatbots: Why does White House want hackers to trick AI?
What happens when thousands of hackers gather in one city with the sole aim of trying to trick and find flaws in artificial intelligence (AI) models? That is what the…
Women’s World Cup: Vlatko Andonovski says it’s ‘not the right time’ to question USA’s mindset
Vlatko Andonovski has defended his team from criticism. Robin Alam/USSF/Getty Images CNN — US coach Vlatko Andonovski defended his team from criticism ahead of the last-16 Women’s World Cup knockout…
Netherlands vs. South Africa: How to watch Women’s World Cup last-16 tie
South Africa’s players celebrate defeating Italy and advancing to the knockouts of the Women’s World Cup. Hagen Hopkins/FIFA/Getty Images CNN — The Netherlands and South Africa will face each other…
Nate Diaz: MMA fighter directs homophobic slur at Jake Paul and employee during press conference
Nate Diaz speaks to the media following his victory at UFC 279 on September 9, 2022. Amy Kaplan/Icon Sportswire/Getty Images/FILE CNN — MMA fighter Nate Diaz used homophobic slurs during…
Simone Biles set to return to competitive gymnastics after two-year absence
Biles competes on balance beam at the 2019 world championships in Stuttgart, Germany. Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images CNN — Seven-time Olympic medalist Simone Biles is due to return to competitive gymnastics…