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The cemetery that wants to be your next getaway

Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn was once one of the most frequented tourist destinations in the United States. Now, with the opening of a new $43 million visitor center, it hopes that tourists from all over will come get to know some of its famous permanent residents like Basquiat and F.A.O. Schwarz.

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The cemetery that wants to be your next getaway

Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn was once one of the most frequented tourist destinations in the United States. Now, with the opening of a new $43 million visitor center, it hopes that tourists from all over will come get to know some of its famous permanent residents like Basquiat and F.A.O. Schwarz.

02:44 • Source: CNN
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British couple describes Russian warship firing warning shots

A retired British couple, Alan and Jane Kelvey, were sailing on a yacht towards France when a nearby Russian frigate fired warning shots.

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Mamdani: Knicks parade will be about joy and safety

With an estimated 10,000 NYPD officers assigned to the Knicks' championship parade on Thursday, New York City is mounting a massive security operation ahead of what officials expect to be a historic celebration. Mayor Zohran Mamdani talks to CNN’s Omar Jimenez about safety preparations and why the team's victory has resonated so deeply with New Yorkers.

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Barack Obama tears up over Michelle’s tribute to her late mother

Former first lady Michelle Obama wore a skirt displaying a portrait of her late mother while onstage at the new Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, which is set to open to the public on June 19.

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Fans react to Messi's first World Cup hat trick

Fans in Buenos Aires celebrated as Lionel Messi began Argentina's World Cup campaign with his first hat trick in the competition, defeating Algeria 3-0.

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China’s ‘Natasha’ toy trend draws backlash over violence and racism

A wave of videos showing a Black baby doll being beaten, pulled and thrown spread across Chinese social media before critics blasted the trend for violent imagery and inappropriate marketing.

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Teen’s deadpan answer to UK social media ban goes viral

A student's deadpan response to a reporter's question about the UK's proposed social media ban for under-16s quickly went viral. The reaction came after the UK government announced plans for a ban that could take effect in 2027 if approved.

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Boy George debuts AI 'ethical re-recording' of 'Karma Chameleon'

Singer-songwriter Boy George talks to the "CNN News Central" anchors about working with the new company, Artists Included using AI "ethical re-recording" in a new release of Culture Club's "Karma Chameleon."

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