Bono’s new book is more than a rock star memoir. It’s also a powerful tribute to America | CNN

Bono’s new book is more than a rock star memoir. It’s also a powerful tribute to America | CNN

CNN  —  While Bono was touring the US following the release of U2’s fifth studio album, he stopped by the Nashville home of country music icon Johnny Cash, who along with his wife June had invited him for lunch. Cash was a popular performer in Bono’s native Ireland, and the two singers had already formed … Read more

Bono reflects on his 40-year marriage to Ali Hewson | CNN

Bono reflects on his 40-year marriage to Ali Hewson | CNN

CNN  —  Bono’s new memoir, “Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story,” isn’t just about his time and travels with U2. It’s about love. “I also wrote the book to explain to my family what I was doing with their life because it was they who permissioned me to be away with U2 or lobbying Congress,” the … Read more

Loretta Lynn, coal miner’s daughter turned forthright country queen, dies at 90 | CNN

Loretta Lynn, coal miner’s daughter turned forthright country queen, dies at 90 | CNN

CNN  —  Loretta Lynn, the “Coal Miner’s Daughter” whose gutsy lyrics and twangy, down-home vocals made her a queen of country music for seven decades, has died. She was 90. Lynn’s family said in a statement to CNN that she died Tuesday at her home in Tennessee. “Our precious mom, Loretta Lynn, passed away peacefully … Read more