CNN 10

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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.

Wildfires destroy a historic goldrush town
09/05/2025

Today on CNN10: We get the latest updates in the negotiations to end the War in Ukraine, before seeing how another California wildfire has burned through a piece of American history. We will get some valuable life advice from an all star athlete-turned-college coach, and hear the heartwarming story of how a community rallied to give one teen the Quinceañera of her dreams. All this and more on CNN10!

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Why rare Auroras are easier to see this week
09/04/2025

Today on CNN10: We look at how record-setting rainfall has impacted aging subway systems in some of the US' biggest cities. Then, we get a look into one photographer's quest to snap the entire animal kingdom, one species at a time. We'll also learn what's causing a stunning wave of red auroras -- and why they may be easier to see this week. All this and more on today's CNN10!

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Children in Ukraine head back to school underground
09/03/2025

Today on CNN10: We explore how the leaders of Russia, China and India are working toward a "new world order," before seeing an underground classroom in war-torn Kharkiv. Then, we'll relive the moment the Titanic was discovered on the ocean floor 40 years ago. All before finding out just how big of an environmental impact your next chat-bot query could have. This and more on today's CNN10!

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Devastating earthquake strikes Afghanistan
09/02/2025

Today on CNN10: We learn about the relief efforts that are underway in Afghanistan as the country grapples with the fallout from a 6.0 magnitude earthquake. Then, we'll get the latest on a flotilla aiming to bring much-needed aid to Gaza by sea. And we'll hear more about a potential ban on one of New York's most famous tourist attractions. All this and more on today's CNN10!

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CNN10 Special Edition: 20 Years After Katrina
08/29/2025

Today, A special 12 minute episode of CNN10: We'll take a look back at Hurricane Katrina-- as the nation marks 20 years since the deadly storm made landfall on the Gulf Coast. We'll break down what made the storm so devastating, and hear from Dr. Sanjay Gupta about his experience reporting from New Orleans' biggest hospital. Plus, CNN Meteorologist Allison Chinchar will help us understand the science behind the catastrophic storm.

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SpaceX makes a major breakthrough
08/28/2025

Today on CNN10: We break down a pair of stories having a big impact on students across the country as the new school year kicks off. Then, we get a look at SpaceX's latest major breakthrough with the spacecraft that could one day take humans to Mars. And we'll learn how A.I. could be used to help restore famous damaged paintings. All this and more on today's CNN10!

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How this massive dust storm swallowed parts of a city
08/27/2025

Today on CNN 10, CNN Meteorologist Allison Chinchar stops by to give us an in-depth look at all things weather. We'll learn about massive dust storms, West Coast wildfires, and even A.I.-powered hurricane forecasts. Plus, we'll see how cutting-edge technology is bringing one of Hollywood's biggest films back to the screen in an all-new way. All of this and more on today's CNN10!

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Fossil hunting in the Badlands
08/26/2025

Today on CNN10, we get an update on Typhoon Kajiki, the powerful storm that's battering parts of South East Asia. Then, we take a look at NASA's latest mission to bring vital supplies to the International Space Station. We even get some hands-on experience hunting prehistoric fossils in South Dakota's famed Badlands. All of this and more on today's CNN10!

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Rare deep-sea creatures find livestream fame
08/25/2025

Today on CNN10: We learn about North Korea's newest secretive missile facility -- and the middle schooler who could be in line to run the regime. Then, we take a look at some cutting-edge solar cars racing towards revolutionizing the auto industry. And we hear from the scientists who discovered the "big butt starfish" that has the internet in stitches. All this and more on today's CNN10!

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This group is fighting to bring back the night sky
08/22/2025

Today on CNN10: We get the latest on TikTok's legal troubles, and why the popular social media app could have a bigger impact on mental health than we think. Then, we get an update on Hurricane Erin's ongoing impact on the US East Coast. We'll also get a special look at a group fighting to keep the night sky dark in an effort to help protect wildlife. All this and more on today's CNN10!

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How A.I. may decide what you're allowed to watch on YouTube
08/21/2025

Today on CNN10: We take a look YouTube's new A.I.-powered age verification -- and how it could impact younger users. Then, we learn about a new discovery in South America that's shedding light on a mysterious ancient civilization. Then, we put some straws to the test to find out which is the most eco-friendly -- the results may surprise you! All this and more on today's CNN10!

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The Fictitious girl group who just claimed Billboard's top spot
08/20/2025

Today on CNN 10: We break down the White House summit that could help pave the way for peace in Ukraine. Then, we look at how Hurricane Erin is impacting the US East Coast from hundreds of miles away. And we’ll also take a deep-dive into "KPop Demon Hunters," the record-setting Netflix movie that’s taking the world – and music charts -- by storm. All this and more on today’s CNN10!

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Why perfectly good Happy Meals are littering the streets of Japan
08/19/2025

Today on CNN10: We look at how a major labor strike at one of North America's largest airlines is impacting travel plans around the world. We follow the latest on an influencer pilot who's been stranded in Antarctica as his legal saga plays out. Then, we dig in and find out why hundreds of perfectly good Happy Meals are being tossed on the streets of Japan, outraging food waste advocates. All this and more on today's CNN10!

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The complex road to peace in Ukraine
08/18/2025

Today on CNN10: We preview what could happen next for the war in Ukraine after President Trump met with Russia’s Vladimir Putin in Alaska. We follow the latest path of fast-moving Hurricane Erin, before getting a glimpse of the Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing. Then we shine a spotlight on Sean the Science Kid, where he shows us an electrifying experiment. All of this and more on today’s CNN10!

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Kim Jong Un's Powerful Sister
08/15/2025

Today on CNN10: We explore why the sister of North Korea's Supreme Leader suggests new talks with the U.S. are possible. Then, we learn about a curious, yet kind new behavior being observed among orca whale populations, before seeing how one of the world's biggest pop stars is making her industry more carbon neutral. All this and more on today's CNN10!

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Watch this before applying to college
08/14/2025

Today on CNN10: The window to apply for Financial Aid programs opens early for a select beta group, we've got the details. Plus, we track massive wildfires sweeping across Europe, before discussing the ambitious talks of a transcontinental railroad that would connect both U.S. coasts. Then, we meet Wavy Dave — the robotic fiddler crab that helps scientists study crustacean courtship. All this and more on CNN10!

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How A.I. is being used by police departments
08/13/2025

Today on CNN10: We discuss what we know about a dangerous steel plant explosion in Pennsylvania, before explaining why the U.S. and China are pressing pause on their tariff hikes,. Then, we see how A.I. is being tested to help some police departments write reports. We’ll head to the South China Sea, where two Chinese military ships have collided, and dive into the discovery of a starfish with, well… a surprisingly large backside. All this and more on today’s CNN10

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11-year-old becomes youngest American to summit Matterhorn
08/12/2025

Today on CNN10: We learn about a new technology that could safely remove unwanted drones from the airspace around sporting events, concerts and eventually-- war zones. Then, we get an update on how to watch the year's most popular meteor shower, before taking a historical stroll through the White House Rose Garden. Plus, we'll meet an 11-year-old boy who just became the youngest American to summit Matterhorn in the Alps. All this and more on today's CNN10!

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The latest woman to change sports history
08/11/2025

Today on CNN10: President Trump and Russian President Putin will meet in Alaska to discuss how to end the War in Ukraine. Plus, we celebrate a milestone in sports with MLB’s first female umpire, and the return of SpaceX’s Dragon Capsule. Then we'll travel to China, where soccer-playing robots show off their footwork, and in Texas, newly uncovered dinosaur tracks give unsuspecting volunteers a peek into prehistoric life. All this and more on today's CNN10!

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Why a beloved toy store was forced to close
08/08/2025

Today on CNN10: After a decade of contaminated water systems, the Environmental Protections Agency now says the water in Flint, Michigan is safe to drink. Then we see how ChatGPT is trying to keep students from using its A.I. to cheat on their homework. Plus, an exclusive report from a beloved toy store in New York City, whose owner says she can no longer afford to stock her shelves since tariffs were enforced. All this and more on today's CNN10!

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CNN10 Special Edition: The Role of the Monarchy, The Role of the Crown
08/07/2025

Today on CNN10-- A full ten minutes on one fascinating topic: The difference between the British government and the Royal Family. The U.K. runs their country quite differently from the way we do things here in the U.S. And what roles do the King, the Queen and the Prince even play? It can get confusing, but we're here to break it all down.

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Gifford Fire becomes largest California wildfire this year
08/06/2025

Today on CNN10: Coy teams up with CNN meteorologist Derek Van Dam to unpack the chaos behind California’s wildfires. Then, a look back at a historic anniversary in Hiroshima, followed by a deep dive into how social media swindlers are using fake identities on LinkedIn. All that and more on today's CNN10!

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What happens if an asteroid hits the moon?
08/05/2025

Today on CNN10: An asteroid being monitored by scientists has changed course... we explore what could happen next. Then, back on Earth, we visit ancient petroglyphs that were just discovered in Hawaii, before looking into why Chinese companies are clamoring to get their storefronts to the U.S. Then, Coy takes a field trip to Asheville, North Carolina to get an update on how the town is recovering after Hurricane Helene. All of this and more on today's CNN10!

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Back to School: The biggest news stories you may have missed this summer
08/04/2025

Today on CNN10: Coy kicks off the new school year with a refresher on some of the summer’s biggest news events. Then, we talk to some teens who attended Pope Leo's Youth Jubilee in Rome, before uncovering the unexpected origins of the potato plant. Coy also sits down with Olympic swimming legend Katie Ledecky to talk training and determination. All that and more on today's CNN10!

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A Very Special Summer Shoutout
08/01/2025

This week on CNN10: Coy joins us from our new Wall of Friends, featuring art, photos and memorabilia from all of YOU! We begin with an update on the starvation crisis in Gaza. Then, we head to Australia, where teens have outsmarted A.I. in a math competition. Back in the US, Coca-Cola releases a new version of its soda, and kids take their cases to a Florida judge. All this and more, this week on CNN10!

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Why Scientists want to smell Ancient Egyptian mummies
07/25/2025

This week on CNN10: We explore new ways to tackle the problem of microplastic pollution in our oceans, before meeting an extraordinary man and his team of doctors who successfully completed a double hand transplant. Then, we'll see why archaeologists are using their noses to study ancient Egypt and meet the newest member of an esteemed Spanish lifeguard team.

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Why teens are struggling to find jobs this summer
07/18/2025

This week on CNN10: Coy reports live from the MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta! First, we’ll dive into why fewer teens are landing summer jobs, before learning about a new version of TikTok coming to the U.S. Then, we’ll see how firefighters are battling the wildfires threatening the Grand Canyon. Finally, Coy shares highlights from one of his favorite summer trips to Petaluma, California before meeting one very special dog. All this and more, this week on CNN10!

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Catastrophic Texas Floods
07/11/2025

This week on CNN10: We’re covering the aftermath of the historic flooding in Texas. Then, we’ll head to Chile, where the Vera C. Rubin Observatory is getting ready to scan the skies and change how we see the universe. Finally, we’ll look at Tesla’s bold new rollout of robotaxis and why some people are questioning its safety. All that and more, this week on CNN10!

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The Decision to Pay College Athletes
07/04/2025

This week on CNN10: We'll discuss what might happen now that colleges can begin cutting checks to their college athletes, then we'll go inside a cockpit simulator to see what happens when a pilot loses communication with an airport, before seeing amazing video of two rival shark species sharing a meal. All this and more on this week's CNN10!

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This is Your Brain on ChatGPT
06/27/2025

This Week on CNN10: Dr. Sanjay Gupta guest hosts for an episode where his expertise couldn't be more valuable: Analyzing a new study that shows what happens to our brain activity when we use an A.I. shortcut like ChatGPT. We'll also see what happens to our bodies when subjected to intense heat and humidity-- because portions of the country experienced dangerous heatwaves this week. Then, we'll see what it's like to endure an official NBA draft workout. All this and more on a special Summer Friday edition of CNN10!

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What We Know—and Don't Know—About Iran's Nuclear Program
06/20/2025

This week on CNN 10, we get an update on the conflict between Israel and Iran as the two countries continue to trade airstrikes. We also see how some artificial intelligence videos called deepfakes are fooling the technology designed to detect them. And we'll get a close up look at some of the wild traditions that follow hockey's famous Stanley Cup, before finding out how a precious military medal found in a scrapyard was returned to a veteran's family. All this and more on this week's CNN 10!

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CNN 10 Friday Summer Special!
06/13/2025

It's the scary Friday the 13th edition of CNN 10!

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How Fish Skin Saved a Child’s Life
06/06/2025

This week on CNN 10: Coy takes a field trip to Asheville, NC and explores some of the amazing ways locals and small businesses have rebuilt and recovered since Hurricane Helene nine months ago. Then, we learn about an innovative medical procedure that uses fish skin to heal a child's severe wound, before sharing some amazing videos of a volcano eruption in Italy.

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Visa Delays Could Leave International Students in Limbo
05/30/2025

Welcome to our first of 10 Special Summer Friday Episodes!

This week we look at why the State Department just told embassies to pause new interview appointments for international student visas. Then, we tour a museum in Boston that fears it may not survive without its recently revoked federal funding. We'll watch SpaceX's most powerful rocket take off for a ninth time, before getting some words of wisdom from a childhood icon. All this and more on this week's CNN10!

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A Visit to 'The Land of Enchantment'
05/23/2025

Today on CNN 10, we take you to the largest gypsum dune field in the world and find out what makes the geological feature so unique. We'll also learn what type of humanitarian aid has been allowed into war-torn Gaza this week, before getting an update on the fight to protect the manatee's food source in a Florida lagoon. And we'll find out how one teen is going to great heights to raise awareness for pediatric cancer research. All this and more on today's CNN 10!

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The Science Behind Tornado Formation
05/22/2025

Today on CNN 10, we get an update on severe storms that devastated parts of the US and then learn the difference between a tornado watch and warning. We'll also find out how engineers are planning to use a tiny robot they created to help in emergencies. Then we'll learn what sport is getting ready to make its debut at the 2028 Olympics, before finding out how one community rallied to send a senior off to college with a special graduation gift. All this and more on today's CNN 10!

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How a TikTok Star Learned Dozens of Languages
05/22/2025

Today on CNN 10 we learn about the cancer diagnosis former President Joe Biden received and how he spent much of his political career battling the disease. We'll also meet a polyglot who can greet people in dozens of languages. And we'll check out an inspiring celebrity commencement speech, before finding out how a high school football team is helping their community recover from a severe storm. All this and more on today's CNN 10!

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Teaching Girls to Skateboard in Gaza
05/20/2025

Today on CNN 10, we learn how the FDA's approval of a diagnostic test could help slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease. We'll also find out how one man used a drone to help rescue a swimmer in rough waters. And we'll see how skateboarding is lifting the spirits of a group of kids in Gaza, before checking out a student program that's using 3D printing technology to provide prosthetic limbs to people thousands of miles away. All this and more on today's CNN 10!

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She Survived 24 Days in the Sierra Nevada Wilderness
05/19/2025

Today on CNN 10, we find out the first thing a rescued hiker requested after spending weeks missing in the wilderness. We'll also learn why scientists are predicting a smelly aquatic plant will wash up on some shores in record numbers, before learning about a unique student led program that's reviving the population of an important fish species. Then we'll learn about one teen's triumph over tragedy through the sport of golf. All this and more on today's CNN 10!

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Ending Homelessness in California
05/16/2025

Today on CNN 10, we find out what California's governor is proposing to combat the growing issue of homelessness in the state. And we'll learn what icky aquatic plant scientists are predicting will crowd beaches along the Atlantic this summer. Then we'll find out why one YouTube star is stirring up controversy for a recent video shot in Mexico, before checking out a rare two headed reptile. All this and more on today's CNN 10!

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