
NASA’s Artemis II mission is expected to liftoff from Kennedy Space Center in Florida later today, carrying four astronauts on a journey around the moon. CNN's Meteorologist Derek Van Dam explains what sort of weather can disrupt the launch and the chances of it happening today.

NASA’s Artemis II mission is expected to liftoff from Kennedy Space Center in Florida later today, carrying four astronauts on a journey around the moon. CNN's Meteorologist Derek Van Dam explains what sort of weather can disrupt the launch and the chances of it happening today.

A second US military plane — an A-10 Thunderbolt II — was struck by Iran on Friday, forcing the pilot to eject, according to a US official familiar with the matter. CNN has reached out to the US Central Command for comment. CNN's Jim Sciutto reports on the details.

CNN military analyst Cedric Leighton explains how survival training prepares US fighter jet aircrews for enemy fire—like in the recent downing of a US F-15 in Iran.

Pope Leo is the first pontiff in decades to carry the cross during the entire Good Friday Way of the Cross service, following John Paul II early in his papacy. CNN’s Christopher Lamb reports from the Colosseum in Rome, where the celebration was held.

Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide joins CNN’s Becky Anderson to discuss diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Feet of usual snow missing from California’s mountains as climate change creates more precipitation extremes. The snow is vital for water supplies headed into the driest, hottest part of the year.

A US fighter jet has been shot down over Iran, and a search and rescue mission is now underway, according to three US sources. The state-run Tasnim agency said that the search for any missing crew had “so far been unsuccessful.” Separately, on Fars News, an anchor said a reward was being offered for anyone capturing an “enemy pilot or pilots.” CNN’s Jim Sciutto reports.

New body camera footage obtained by CNN affiliate WPBF shows Tiger Woods walking and on the phone shortly after crashing his car in Florida. Woods said he was on the phone with President Donald Trump after a deputy told him to move closer to the scene. Woods has been charged with two misdemeanors including driving under the influence and has pleaded not guilty. CNN reached out to the White House for confirmation on whether a call took place between Woods and Trump.

Russia launched 542 drones and 37 missiles Thursday night and early Friday targeting Ukrainian critical infrastructure facilities, according to the Air Force of Ukraine.

As Trump gears up for a landmark visit to Beijing next month, CNN reports on a nuclear weapons complex strung along the narrow valleys of Sichuan province, where there are clear signs of China’s nuclear revival. CNN’s Tamara Qiblawi reports.


