AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND - MARCH 19: New Zealand middle distance runner Sam Ruthe before running in the mile distance at Mt Smart Stadium on March 19, 2025 in Auckland, New Zealand. Ruthe broke the four minute mile barrier with a time of 3:58.35 placing him as the youngest person in history and first under 15 years old to break the record. (Photo by Phil Walter/Getty Images)
Teen sets new record for fastest mile by a junior athlete

A 16-year-old from New Zealand has set a new world record for the fastest mile run by an under–18 athlete.

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AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND - MARCH 19: New Zealand middle distance runner Sam Ruthe before running in the mile distance at Mt Smart Stadium on March 19, 2025 in Auckland, New Zealand. Ruthe broke the four minute mile barrier with a time of 3:58.35 placing him as the youngest person in history and first under 15 years old to break the record. (Photo by Phil Walter/Getty Images)
Teen sets new record for fastest mile by a junior athlete

A 16-year-old from New Zealand has set a new world record for the fastest mile run by an under–18 athlete.

00:57 • Source: CNN
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Drone video captures beach hotel fire in Dominican Republic

A large fire at a hotel in the Dominican beach resort of Bayahibe has killed at least one person and forced nearly 1,700 tourists to evacuate, according to local authorities.

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USA beats Australia to secure spot in World Cup knockout rounds

After defeating Australia 2-0, the United States will move on to the knockout rounds of the 2026 World Cup. CNN's Andy Scholes talks to Team USA fans in Seattle about the team's performance so far and their chances of winning it all.

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The world’s first ‘museum of AI arts’ opens in LA

Dataland, which calls itself the first museum dedicated to "AI arts" is opening in Los Angeles. But at a time of growing concern about AI's place in society, is America ready for an AI museum? CNN's Jon Sarlin reports.

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Illinois man captures moment a tornado tore through his home

A powerful tornado hit an Illinois man’s home while he was inside, as severe storms swept across the Midwest on Wednesday.

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Dave Chappelle: Obama center event felt 'like medicine'

Comedian Dave Chappelle said the opening of the Obama Presidential Center felt “like medicine,” describing the event as a hopeful celebration of culture, laughter and unity.

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Scotland fans are drinking Boston dry

Boston’s bars have stocked up on their beer shipments, as they prepare to host Scottish fans for a second time in a week. Some bars nearly ran out of beer last weekend when Scotland played their first World Cup match in 28 years and fans descended on the city. Scotland face Morocco later today.

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Blue material peeling off bottom of Reflecting Pool after renovation

Some blue material at the bottom of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is peeling off, days after it was painted blue and refilled as part of a multi-million dollar renovation ordered by President Donald Trump. CNN's Tom Foreman reports.

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