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In search of traditional Turkish sweets
In the kitchens and bakeries of Istanbul, the Ottoman Empire lives on, with sugary treats that may date back more than a thousand years. Holly Williams takes a tour of delicacies, from baklava and kunefe, to a sweet milky pudding whose ingredients include chicken.
Police recover $769,000 in Tiffany jewelry swallowed by Texas man
The Texas man allegedly asked jail staff if he would be "charged with what's in my stomach."
Watch: Thief steals whole cake - and nothing else
Caught on Tape: A thief enters the Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo, Calif., steals a whole cake -- and nothing else -- and leaves.
Annual UFO report finds 21 cases of more than 700 received need more analysis
Among the 757 reports received, 4% had unusual descriptions, like "green fireball" or "a jelly fish with [multicolored] flashing lights."
Churchill portrait stolen from Canada hotel found 2 years later in Italy
Ottawa Police found the photograph in Italy and said the buyer plans to hand it back over to Canada during a ceremony in Rome.
Boaters find barnacle-covered cocaine package in Florida after storms
Florida detectives believe the package of cocaine washed in with the tides due to recent storms.
Hurricane Debby blows cocaine worth $1 million onto Florida beach
The trove of drugs, washed ashore by Hurricane Debby, was found by a good Samaritan, according to the U.S. Border Patrol.
RFK Jr. admits putting dead bear cub in Central Park 10 years ago
"I said let's go put the bear in Central Park and we'll make it look like it got hit by a bike," Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in a video he posted on X.
Olympic surfing photo goes viral. Some question if it's too good to be true.
Photographer Jerome Brouillet shares how he captured his once-in-a-lifetime shot of surfer Gabriel Medina at the 2024 Olympics surfing competition in Tahiti.
Treasure trove recovered from ancient shipwrecks 5,000 feet underwater
Archaeologists used a crewed submersible called "Deep Sea Warrior" to retrieve the coins, pottery and other ancient artifacts.
Congressman's son steals the show during speech
Not many people get to be on the House floor during a congressional meeting, so when Rep. John Rose's 6-year-old son got the opportunity, he made sure it was memorable.
Cicadas are so loud that South Carolina residents are calling police
"Although to some, the noise is annoying, they pose no danger to humans or pets," the sheriff wrote. "Unfortunately, it is the sounds of nature."
"World's deepest fish" caught on camera — 27,000 feet below the surface
Scientists set world records for the deepest fish ever recorded on video, as well as the deepest catch, while exploring trenches off Japan.
Hundreds of pounds of pasta mysteriously dumped in New Jersey woods
The unsettling images of spaghetti and macaroni becoming one with nature inspired many puns on social media.
California girl gets license to own a unicorn
California has granted a little girl a first-of-its-kind license to own a unicorn, provided the 7-year-old can find one. She had to agree to provide nourishment like watermelon, exposure to sunlight, moonbeams and rainbows, and polish its horn with a soft cloth. David Begnaud has more.
Twitter is auctioning off items from its California headquarters
From basic office supplies to fancy espresso machines, Twitter is looking to get rid of the surplus items at its California headquarters.
Skeleton of woman suspected of being a vampire in 17th century found in Poland
Archaeologists in Poland discovered the skeleton of a woman suspected of being a vampire in the 17th century. A padlock found with the remains was thought to prevent a vampire from returning from the dead. CBS News' Anne-Marie Green has more.
Marijuana Smokers Observe 420
Marijuana supporters gathered at the Colorado State Capitol in Denver to honor the date, April 20th, a day celebrated annually by pot enthusiasts and informally known as the unofficial holiday, "420."
Walking on Air
At the first ever Quiktrip Air and Rocket Racing Show, thousands watched while one woman walked on air. As KOTV's Jeffrey Smith reports, this wing walker leaves her fear on the ground
Coyote Vs. Human Toddler
A 2-year-old girl in Southern California discovered an adult coyote on the prowl in her suburban backyard, much to the dismay of her parents. KCAL's Lisa Kim reports from Noroc, Calif.
Teacher Beating Student on Tape
At a charter school in Houston, Tex., a teacher attacking a helpless student was caught on tape by another student. As KHOU's Gabe Gutierrez reports, a criminal investigation is underway.
Shopkeeper Saves Boy in Mall
"Caught on Tape": A four-year old boy waiting for his father at an Istanbul shopping mall escaped injury or worse after he climbed to the top of an escalator and was caught by a quick-thinking shopkeeper.
Jet Skier Saved on Memorial Day
CBS NEWS RAW: Rescue officials pulled a woman from the waters near City Island in the Bronx section of New York City after she apparently lost control of her jet ski near a jetty.
Moose Runs Loose
A lost moose in Norway found its way into a shopping center, leaving behind a gigantic mess. Gary Hamilton reports.
Pee Wee Coaches Brawl on Tape
A group of young pee wee football players are missing out on some big games due to a fight which broke out between their adult coaches, captured on tape. KHOU's Rucks Russell reports from Pearland, Texas.
Man reports himself drunk-driving in Florida
Florida authorities are sharing the details of an unusual 911 call on New Year's Eve, from Michael Lester who said he wanted to report himself drunk-driving. Polk County Sheriff's officials say the dispatcher kept him talking while directing officers to the scene. Listen to the entire exchange here provided by the sheriff's department.
Meteor sends shock wave over Michigan
A meteor lit up the night sky over Michigan on Tuesday, causing confusion and concern among some who saw the flash. WWMT's Franque Thompson reports.
Watch: U.S. Navy sets off giant explosion to test USS Gerald R. Ford
The U.S. Navy set off an explosion near the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier off the Florida coast Friday. The explosion, viewed from several locations, was part of a "full ship shock trial," which is done near warships to check whether they can withstand harsh conditions. Read more here.
Mitt Romney steps into boxing ring for charity
Former Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney traded the political arena for a different kind of fight Friday night, facing off with five-time heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield in a charity boxing match.
Blockchain company pulls Banksy into digital art market
A Banksy piece called "Morons (White)" was intentionally destroyed, then digitized as a non-fungible token, or NFT.
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