Why the birthplace of Islam is hosting one of the world’s biggest raves | CNN

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The US economy’s growth was stronger than expected in the third quarter | CNN Business

New York CNN Business  —  The US economy grew much faster than expected in the third…

Closing arguments slated to begin in 2nd rape trial against Harvey Weinstein | CNN

Los Angeles CNN  —  Closing arguments are expected Wednesday in the Los Angeles sexual assault trial…

Tornado threats for parts of Alabama and Mississippi remain this morning before storms are expected to weaken today | CNN

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US calls for the release of Cambodian labor activist | CNN

The United States on Tuesday said it was deeply concerned by Cambodia’s arrest of union leader…

A ‘particularly dangerous situation’ tornado watch has been issued for 3 southern states | CNN

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Virginia Rep. Donald McEachin dies at age 61 | CNN Politics

Washington CNN  —  US Rep. Donald McEachin, a Virginia Democrat, died Monday, according to a statement…

China could have 1,500 nuclear warheads by 2035: Pentagon report | CNN Politics

CNN  —  China’s stockpile of nuclear warheads has surpassed 400 in a fraction of the time…

Clarence Gilyard, ‘Die Hard’ and ‘Walker, Texas Ranger’ star, dead at 66

CNN  —  Clarence Gilyard, the actor best known for playing computer hacker Theo in “Die Hard”…

Is this the last Christmas for Sears? | CNN Business

New York CNN Business  —  Tracy Easterling spent about an hour Sunday shopping at Sears, which…