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Halle Berry is wishing her eldest child a very happy birthday.

The Federal Communications Commission is cracking down on spammy text messages with new rules for telecom companies, citing a surge of consumer complaints in recent years tied to unwanted robotexts.

You might have expected US officials to seem concerned about reports that Chinese President Xi Jinping is planning to speak with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after Xi's trip to Russia next week. After all, Xi, who leads the country the US views as its greatest strategic threat, is feeling stronger than ever.

There's a lot more to Irish cuisine than stout and spuds, although both should be high on your must-try list when visiting the island of Ireland.

"Succession" star Brian Cox joins CNN's Chris Wallace to discuss his character, Logan Roy, the show's upcoming final season and how his catchphrase became a fan favorite. Watch Chris Wallace's interview with Brian Cox Sunday, March 19, at 7pm ET on CNN or on HBO Max.

It has become a rite of passage for sports fans to fill out their annual March Madness brackets for the NCAA basketball tournaments.

On St. Patrick's Day, it might seem appropriate to knock back a shot of Jameson Irish Whiskey. However, when it comes to the luck of the Irish, US whiskey-makers might have the upper hand.

Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania is continuing to receive treatment for depression at Walter Reed Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland, after checking himself into the hospital on February 15. His office has said he has experienced depression "off and on" during his life, but that his condition "only became severe in recent weeks," necessitating inpatient care.

President Joe Biden could be damned if he saves the banks or damned if he doesn't.

Are you good at getting babies to laugh or do they stare at you with complete indifference? A developmental psychologist explains how we evolved to identify the absurd and how humor helped ensure our survival as a species.

As she watched construction workers dismantle the amusement park ride where her 14-year-old son died from a horrific fall, Nekia Dodd hoped no families will suffer as she has this last year.

Billie Eilish has made a surprise acting debut in an episode of Donald Glover's new thriller series, "Swarm."

• Parisian streets littered with trash after strikes

Telehealth and social media are playing a significant role in driving demand for Ozempic, a prescription drug that treats Type 2 diabetes, experts told CNN. The current drug shortage has limited access for patients with diabetes who rely on it to control their blood sugar.

First Republic Bank, facing a crisis of confidence from investors and customers, is set to receive a $30 billion lifeline from a group of America's largest banks. The bank's problems underscored continued worries about the banking system in the aftermath of the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. CNN's Christine Romans explains how the cash infusion is meant to head off a domino effect of more bank failures and demonstrate the industry still has a solid foundation.

• China's Xi to meet Putin next week in first visit to Russia since invasion • Secret security service document reveals Russia's 10-year plan to destabilize Moldova

Sometimes newfound flower species are lurking where scientists least expect to see them — in parks, gardens and even in planters on balconies.

Ben Affleck is clearing a few things up.

Jessica Layman estimates she has called more than 150 doctors in the past few years in her search for someone to prescribe opioids for her chronic pain.

Seeing surprise guests at sporting events is not uncommon. You often catch a glimpse of a movie star at a grand slam tennis event or a musician at a golf major.