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Will George Zimmerman's interview hurt his defense at trial? Criminal defense attorney Midwin Charles weighs in
Criminal defense attorney Midwin Charles on how George Zimmerman's first interview could be used against him in court.
What's trending for July 19th, 2012
Treasure hunters pull up record haul from WWII shipwreck & 550 David Hasselhoff cutouts stolen from convenience stores.
MYB: Capital One fined, Amazon sales tax to hit more states
Christine Romans on Capital One bank fined for deceptive marketing & Amazon sales tax to hit more states.
Iran to blame for Bulgaria bus blast? The latest on the investigation
(CNN) - A bombing on a bus with Israeli tourists in Bulgaria was likely carried out by a male suicide attacker, the nation's interior minister said Thursday. The attack occurred Wednesday in a parking lot outside Burgas Airport in Bulgaria. Israel has suggested Iran or an Islamic militant group could have been behind it.
"From what we could see on the video cameras ... we identified a person who served as a suicide bomber in this terror attack," Interior Minister Tsvetan Tsvetanov told Bulgarian National TV.
Another person died from the blast overnight, he said, bringing the death toll to eight. The dead are six Israelis, a Bulgarian bus driver and the suicide bomber. Three people seriously wounded in the attack have been flown to a Sofia hospital, a spokesman for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel said Thursday. A further 32 wounded people were on their way back to Israel, he said.
The suspect in the attack had a Michigan driver's license, which FBI officials on the scene have identified as fake, Tsvetanov said. As a result, the suspect's identity is "currently unknown," he said, adding that a fingerprint check was being carried out.
This morning on "Early Start," CNN's Elise Labott addresses Israel's claim that Iran is behind the blast in Bulgaria.
Drought threatens food, fuel prices – Rob Marciano talks to a struggling dairy farmer
This morning, more than 60% of the US is now dealing with extreme drought conditions that are showing no signs of letting up.
Officials say close to 1300 counties - 1/3 of the counties in the entire country - have now been labeled disaster areas. The Obama Administration is now asking Congress for drought relief help and to pass a $500 billion farm bill.
Right now, crucial farm crops are withering away, suffocating under the blistering heat and threatening to drive up prices on food and fuel for the entire nation. Soybean prices have already surpassed record highs and corn prices are next. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says increases in consumer costs could come later this year and next year.
This morning on "Early Start," CNN's Rob Marciano is live in Indianapolis at the heart of the drought, and he talks to a dairy farmer who says the drought threatens his ability to feed his cows and will push prices up.
Behind the Scenes: Thomson sailing solo around the world
"Early Start" co-anchor John Berman interviews Alex Thompson on his attempt to sail solo around the world. Here's a behind-the-scenes look at the shoot.
Interview airs on "Early Start" this morning at 5amET on CNN. Tune in!
PREVIEW: John Berman interviews Alex Thomson on his attempt to sail solo around the world
Here's a sneak peek at "Early Start" co-anchor John Berman's interview with Alex Thomson, an aspiring "single-handed, around-the-world sailor." He has made it his mission to sail around the world—the entire world—all alone without stopping.
In this video, Alex explains his favorite place in the world to sail.
Watch the rest of the interview on "Early Start" tomorrow, July 19th at 5am ET on CNN.
World celebrates Nelson Mandela's 94th birthday
Qunu, South Africa (CNN) - South Africans celebrated Nelson Mandela's 94th birthday Wednesday by participating in good deeds nationwide to honor the legacy of the famous statesman.
The frail icon has not appeared in public for years, but he is celebrated worldwide on his birthday for his role in reconciling a country torn apart by apartheid.
In South Africa, citizens performed at least 67 minutes of public service on his birthday, a reference to the number of years he devoted to helping others.
In Mandela's childhood village of Qunu, relatives, including children and grandchildren, gathered to mark his birthday and perform community service at the local health centers.
This morning on "Early Start," Robyn Curnow shares her interview with fmr. President Bill Clinton and the Mandela family on Nelson Mandela's 94th birthday.
Mom Misty Morrissey says missing IA girls possibly taken, talks about her 'desperation' in search
Misty Morrissey, mother of missing girl Lyric Cook, on the latest in the search for Lyric and her cousin.
Corn farmers worried drought will worsen – Rob Marciano reports
Rob Marciano talks with Brian and John Scott on how their corn fields are faring through a record drought.
