Explaining global news to a global audience: This is the mission of CNN 10, a 10-minute educational news show that appears as a daily digital video and audio podcast. CNN 10 serves a growing audience interested in compact on-demand news broadcasts ideal for explanation seekers on the go or in the classroom.
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CNN 10 reports on a massive winter storm affecting nearly half the US and a devastating landslide in New Zealand. The episode also delves into significant social media lawsuits alleging harm to young users' mental health, alongside a proposed New York bill to establish health and safety guidelines for beloved bodega cats. It concludes with uplifting segments on Taylor Swift's induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and a 10-year-old rodeo star's incredible comeback after a rattlesnake bite.
The episode begins with updates from the World Economic Forum in Davos, detailing President Trump's bid for Greenland and its international implications, alongside domestic political news and discussions on a potential social media ban in the UK. It then shifts to a compelling profile of Lily Zhang, the first female to top Major League Table Tennis rankings, highlighting her journey from a laundromat player to an Olympic athlete. The episode concludes with a heartwarming story of a family discovering an 80-year-old newspaper featuring their own mother during a home renovation.
CNN 10 reports on a concerning rise in bull shark attacks off Australia's eastern coast, prompting beach closures and safety warnings, potentially linked to unusual weather patterns. The episode also explores Rome's decision to drastically reduce speed limits in its historic center to combat pollution and accidents, a move met with mixed reactions but showing promising results in other European cities. Furthermore, it highlights a fascinating behavioral breakthrough documenting a cow's tool use, suggesting higher cognitive capabilities, alongside heartwarming stories of a 95-year-old Rubik's Cube record-breaker and a 9-year-old's heroic fire safety actions.
Today's episode delves into the College Football National Championship, featuring interviews with star quarterbacks and highlighting an incredible Miami high school's deep connection to both competing teams. The program then shifts to global events, reporting on deadly wildfires in Chile and an extreme ultramarathon in Russia's frigid Yakutia region. Finally, it shares powerful stories of athletic resilience, including a figure skater's journey to the Olympics after personal tragedy and a high school basketball player's record-setting 100-point game.
This episode covers the emergency return of four astronauts from the International Space Station due to an undisclosed medical condition, detailing their safe splashdown and subsequent medical checks. It also delves into a fascinating scientific study proving horses can genuinely smell human fear. Additionally, the episode highlights Olympic fencer Ibtihaj Mohamed's work in Qatar, inspiring and training a new generation of female fencers, and touches upon the anticipated comeback of K-pop sensation BTS and innovative uses of AI in education.
CNN10 highlights inspiring individuals and surprising trends. We hear from the first wheelchair user to travel to space, overcoming a traumatic accident to achieve a lifelong dream. The episode also explores the resurgence of analog typewriters as a tool to reduce digital distractions, and features compelling stories of resilience from a burn survivor who became a firefighter and a high school student addressing food insecurity in her community.
Today's CNN 10 provides updates on Venezuela's political landscape, focusing on opposition leader Maria Karina Machado's international meetings. It then examines a significant nurses' strike in New York City over staffing and benefits, and introduces Team USA's figure skaters for the upcoming Winter Olympics, highlighting their inspiring personal stories. The episode concludes with a medical breakthrough in Peru involving conjoined twins and a nostalgic dive into a time capsule from the year 2000.
This episode delves into the United States' long-standing interest in acquiring Greenland, driven by mineral wealth and strategic defense, and examines why past efforts have failed. It also highlights fascinating research from Hungary showing how some dogs learn words by simply listening to human conversations, similar to toddlers. Additionally, the episode celebrates Mattel's new autistic Barbie, designed with advocacy groups to reflect the experiences of neurodivergent children. Finally, it features Australia's ongoing gold rush in Victoria and a flight academy dedicated to diversifying the aviation industry.
Today's CNN 10 explores several pressing issues, starting with widespread protests against U.S. immigration policies following a fatal incident in Minneapolis. It also examines the alarming snow drought in the Western U.S. and its critical implications for water resources. The episode further details a medical emergency on the International Space Station requiring an early crew return, and highlights a scientific discovery that may offer insights into the universe's mysterious dark matter.
CNN 10 explores the five key changes in the US government's dietary guidelines, including the new inverted food pyramid and emphasis on whole foods to improve public health. The episode also highlights an innovative use for dogs, as K-9s are being trained to detect dangerous mold in homes and businesses. Additionally, it features the unique new Chicago Snowballs co-ed baseball team focused on entertainment, and celebrates listener-submitted inspiring "10 out of 10" moments.
CNN 10 dives into the latest groundbreaking innovations at the Consumer Electronics Show, showcasing everything from flying taxis to advanced AI-powered robots and smart Lego systems. The episode also covers a significant national flu surge, offering practical advice for staying healthy. Concluding with heartwarming human-interest stories, it highlights Egyptian girls training for the Olympics in a small gym and introduces the world's youngest certified paramedic.
CNN 10 explores the groundbreaking history of the Harlem Globetrotters and investigates a tragic fire at a Swiss ski resort on New Year's Day. The episode also highlights the discovery of massive dinosaur footprints in Italy and NASA's innovative challenge to repurpose man-made trash on the moon. Additionally, it features Arkansas's new "Blue and Green Envelope Program" for safer traffic stops and an inspiring personal story of resilience against terminal illness.
This episode delves into the evolving political landscape of Venezuela after President Maduro's detention, examining the interim leadership and the country's significant yet underexploited oil reserves. It then shifts to recent extreme weather, detailing the impact of severe winter storms and king tides in California. Further, the podcast highlights the world's most expensive fish ever sold, a bluefin tuna, at Tokyo's famous Toyosu Market, and explores the critical procedures and history behind aircraft de-icing for safe winter travel. The episode concludes with two unique global stories: a mass job recruitment exam on an Indian airstrip and the grand Harbin Ice and Snow World festival in China.
This episode explores the dramatic overthrow of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by US military forces, detailing the escalating tensions, Maduro's controversial socialist rule, and the resulting impact on Venezuelan refugees at the Colombian border. Additionally, the episode covers a group of 19 Buddhist monks on a 2,300-mile "Walk for Peace" across the United States, promoting compassion and unity.
This special year-end episode of CNN10 looks back at 2025's biggest stories, covering extreme weather, global politics, scientific discoveries, and pop culture phenomena like K-pop. The broadcast then takes viewers on a virtual tour of holiday celebrations worldwide and reveals the most asked questions of Amazon's Alexa, before concluding with a heartwarming Make-A-Wish story.
Today on CNN10: We'll get the latest on Ford Motor Company's decisions to pivot from their ambitious EV plans - and what it may mean for the electric vehicle industry. Then, learn about the machine learning algorithms that power some of the year's most popular app features, like "Spotify Wrapped." Plus, we'll see how some festive critters at the London Zoo are ringing in the holidays. All this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Today on CNN10: We'll learn about the space race that could change how people around the world access the internet, as companies launch more satellites into orbit to challenge Starlink. Then, we'll look at a first -of-its-kind study shedding light on a unique partnership between dolphins and killer whales. Plus, we'll see how people in the world's coldest city handle the sub-zero temps during their daily routines. All this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...
Today on CNN10: Japan has seen a record number of bear attacks this year-- CNN investigates why and what can be done to protect locals. Plus, we get to snoop inside the UK's largest lost-and-found... and hear what the government authority does with some of the wild items that go unclaimed. And don't miss a heartwarming father-daughter dance just in time for the holidays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Today on CNN10: We'll dive into the history behind college football's most storied rivalry -- the annual Army-Navy game. Then, we'll see how one city is dealing with a troublesome trend involving driverless cars. Plus, we'll learn about the newest honorees on Hollywood's iconic "Walk of Fame" -- and hear the surprising story behind their nomination. All this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Today on CNN10: We'll learn what's causing the torrential rainfall bringing widespread flooding to parts of the Pacific Northwest this week. Then, we'll dive in to a culinary first - as Italian cuisine becomes the first food style to attain UNESCO heritage status. Plus, we'll get a look at TIME Magazine's annual "Person of the Year" announcement. All this and more on today's CNN 10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Today on CNN10: We'll get an update on the National Weather Service's struggle to fill hundreds of critical jobs, and the impact it could have on weather forecasts during the upcoming winter storm season. Then, we'll see why reindeer farmers in Finland say Russia's war in Ukraine is harming their herds from hundreds of miles away. Plus, we'll take a look at this year's Nobel Prize awards, and a unique exhibit showcasing past winners of the storied prizes. All this and more on today's CNN10! Lear...
Today on CNN10: We'll learn about the social media ban that has gone into effect for children under 16 in Australia, making it the first nation to take such sweeping measures to shelter young people from online risks. Then, we'll see how never-before-seen photos of civil rights icon Rosa Parks are highlighting lesser known aspects of her legacy. Plus, we'll get the latest on another unfortunate incident at Paris' Louvre Museum. All this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices...
Today on CNN10: We'll see how the people of Syria are celebrating the one-year anniversary of the fall of former President Bashar al-Assad's regime following years of brutal civil war. Then, we'll learn how robots are helping reconstruct ancient fresco paintings that were lost when Mount Vesuvius destroyed the Italian city of Pompeii. Plus, we'll get a look at how one teacher is saving Christmas for hundreds of students with the help of social media. All this and more on today's CNN10! Learn mor...
Today on CNN10: We learn about a new vaccine that could save millions of lives from mosquito-borne illness, before meeting the first 10-year-old who will help lead her state government in Nebraska. Then, we'll explore how A.I. is helping elderly populations feel less lonely. All this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today on CNN10: We'll look back at a grim chapter in American history, as the country marks 80 years since the closing of World War II internment camps. Then, we'll get a sneak peek at the Times Square Ball's newest makeover ahead of this year's New Year's Eve celebrations. Plus, we'll hear from a body language expert who studies some of the world's most successful athletes, and learn how it could apply to our every day lives. All this and more on today's CNN10 Learn more about your ad choices. ...
Today on CNN10: We'll learn about ancient settlements in Turkey that could shed new light on how humans began living in communities. Then, we'll take a look at a revolutionary spider-shaped robot that's capable of 3D-printing full sized houses. Plus, we'll take a look at one of the year's most peculiar sporting competitions - the Housekeeping Olympics! All this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Today on CNN10: We'll take a look at Pope Leo's historic visit to the Middle East, including a landmark meeting with thousands of young people in Lebanon. Then, we'll see how students in Gaza are finally returning to school in the war-torn enclave. Plus, we'll learn how the Sri Lankan government is responding after Cyclone Ditwah ravaged the island nation this week. All this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Today on CNN10: We'll learn about the bomb cyclone that's bringing wintry weather to much of the country this week. Then, we'll go behind the scenes at a high-tech fulfillment center to see how Wal Mart is using logistics to keep up with the holiday shopping season. Plus, we'll hear from an elite sleep coach who has spent decades teaching professional athletes to fall asleep in unlikely places -- including the side of a cliff. All this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices....
We welcome you back from Thanksgiving break with new photos of Antarctica that were just captured by a groundbreaking satellite. Plus we'll see how the season's biggest shopping weekend impacted the U.S. economy, before learning about a very special delivery headed for the Smithsonian National Zoo. All this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today on a special Thanksgiving edition of CNN10: We'll take a look back at the holiday's storied history. Plus, we'll sit down with Dr. Sanjay Gupta to discuss "binge gaming," and learn how it could impact you. All this and more on today's CNN10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
