First hostages released after Israel-Hamas truce begins
An four-day truce begins between Israel and Hamas, with the release of hostages held in Gaza since October 7 expected later Friday. Follow live updates....
Protecting New Zealand’s cities from climate change
New Zealand’s coastal communities bear the brunt of extreme weather events. In Auckland, young engineers and architects are using technology to help their city withstand...
Hear why he won’t celebrate if his niece is released from Israeli prison
CNN’s Nada Bashir speaks with Talal Sayyad, whose niece was sentenced to 13 years in prison in 2015, after Israel accused her of attempted murder...
Reconnecting with British traditions
CNN’s Richard Quest launches into a new season of travel with a trip to his homeland. After years abroad, his English etiquette is immediately put...
What gives the ‘birthplace of sake’ its edge?
CNN’s Will Ripley learns the ancient art of making Japanese rice wine and discovers a new weakness in the process....
Reimagining French fine dining in Tokyo
In restaurant Hyène, Chef Yoko Kimoto combines French cuisine with her Korean and Japanese heritage....
This young Mauritian chef is painting a beautiful portrait of the country’s cuisine
Ayushi “Chef Yu” Gooroochurn, the youngest executive chef in Mauritius, is painting a unique culinary identity using an inventive palette of flavors....
The three-year cruise is canceled
Life at Sea Cruises — which was due to launch its three-year round-the-world cruise in November — has called it off. There’s no ship, and...
Israel-Hamas truce begins after deal to free hostages
An four-day truce begins between Israel and Hamas, with the release of hostages held in Gaza since October 7 expected later Friday. Follow live updates....
CNN shares updates on the top stories around the world
CNN’s Kim Brunhuber shares updates on police raids in Germany, violent clashes in Ireland and an outbreak of respiratory illness in China....